Les Meravelles is a resort area, along with neighbouring districts and cities, part of a large coastal area of Playa de Palma.
Is Forest Mariveles between the resort towns of can Pastilla (North-West side of the coast) and El Arenal (South-West side of the coast).
Urbanization was created in the 1930-ies of the promoter Mikel Pallisa, on the land belonging to the estate of the Sleep Sunyer and was known as Les Meravelles.
Initially, the district was created with a residential purpose, but the growth of population and development, began to dominate the tourist value that has led to the fact that currently the Forest Maravelas is a popular tourist destination with beach, promenade and the well-developed infrastructure with plenty of bars, cafes, restaurants and accommodation facilities.
Along the entire district, more than 2 kilometers, lies the beach strip.
The beach in the Forest-Mariveles is a Central part of the long beach Playa de Palma (Dresses de Palma, Playa de Palma / Platja de Palma), which covers the coast of the three resort areas: can Pastilla- North-Western tip of the beach, Forest Maravelas - Central part of the beach and S'arenal - South-Eastern extremity of the beach. Between the resort areas there is no clear visible boundaries, working together in a common tourist area - one of the busiest in Mallorca.
On the beach of light sand, from loose to more dense. Sea water is clean, sandy bottom, depth comes rather abruptly.
In the high beach season in Playa de Palma has all the necessary infrastructure: sunbeds and sun umbrellas (beach chair or umbrella 6 euros), urn, soul, beach cafes, bars, playgrounds, a dedicated area for water activities, there are monitoring services and access for people with disabilities.
Along the beach runs the promenade (waterfront) and the road, on the opposite from the beach side which houses hotels, cafes, restaurants, bars, pubs, eateries and shops. Read more about Playa de Palma...
Along the promenade along the Playa de Palma (from can Pastilla to S'arenal and back), runs a tourist train. The fare is 4.50 euros.
The Church of St. Fernando (Parroquia de San Ferran) was built in 1940 by architect and urban planner, Francesca Casas. In 1971, the Church was elevated to the rank of parish.
The Church is located at the address: Carrer de Sant Ramon Nonat, 2 near coastal Forest Park Mariveles.
A modern Church with a circular plan and a large number of stained glass Windows, through which it is also called crystal.
The construction of the chapel began in 1914, the sanctuary was consecrated on 25 August 1915 and dedicated to our lady of the Angels. In subsequent years, the monastery was built, which became the school of community for the training of Ministers of the Franciscan order.
Currently, there is a small Museum of archaeology and Ethnology of the Franciscans. The entrance ticket to the Museum and Church is 5 euros.
Address of Church: Avinguda Fra Joan Llabres, 1.
Themed adventure Park entertainment and trolls "Forestal" (Forestal Park Mallorca).
The Park is located opposite the Church and Museum at the address: Avinguda Fra Joan Llabres, Nº1, 07600 Palma, Illes Balears. The Park's website: forestalpark.
Playground for mini-Golf "Dino" (Dino Minigolf) with 54 holes divided into three fields, surrounded by lush vegetation.
Address of mini-Golf Dino's: Forest-Mariveles, Carretera de l'arenal, 56. The website mini-course: novabeachlounge.com/en/dino-mini-golf;
Bars, pubs and clubs located throughout the district Forest Mariveles and the surrounding area, however, the General atmosphere of the beer boom and fun is to go to the South-Western part of the resort, where there are:
- beer club "Mega Park" (Mega-Park), which from morning to morning full of life, where festivals, parties, live sports events and various entertainment events. The entrance to the Megapark free (free). Address Mega-Park: Carretera de l'arenal, 52. The website Mega-Park: megapark;
- "bar street" Padre Bartolome Salva (Carrer Padre Bartolome Salva), on both sides of which there are several bars, tapas bars, pubs and pubs in which from morning to late evening bubbling with fiery life. Read more about main bar street of Playa de Palma...
The aquarium of Palma (Palma Aquarium) is located in the nearby resort town of can Pastilla. Next to the aquarium is equipped with Parking for cars.
The address of the aquarium of Palma: Calle de Manuela de los Herreros, 21. The website of aquarium of Palma: palmaaquarium.
Aqualand water Park (Aqualand El Arenal) is the largest water Park in Mallorca. In the water Park: an area for children, a relaxation area, a roller coaster of adrenaline and quiet slopes.
A water Park in the Eastern outskirts of the neighbouring resort of El Arenal, at the address: Autovia Palma Arenal, Km 15. The website of the Park: aqualand.
How to get to the Forest Mariveles: taxi; car; bus from Palma No. 15, 23 (passes the Aqualand water Park), 25 and 31, from the airport No. 21.
The 5-star Iberostar Selection of Playa de Palma with swimming pool and sun loungers, free Wi-Fi, Spa and fitness centers, 2 restaurants and a poolside bar.
In rooms: satellite TV, mini-bar and balcony.
Room rates are included: Breakfast + dinner or all inclusive. Link to the hotel
The 4-star Iberostar Bahía de Palma - Adults Only for adults only, with a panoramic swimming pool and a rooftop terrace, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, a Spa and Wellness centre, a bar and private Parking.
Room rates are included: Breakfast + dinner or all inclusive. Link to the hotel
The 4-star Myseahouse Flamingo - Adults Only 4* Sup with two outdoor swimming pools with sea views, free Wi-Fi, a Spa centre, a relaxation area with sun loungers and a garden.
In the rooms: balcony or terrace, satellite TV, telephone and a free safe.
The room price includes: Breakfast or Breakfast and dinner. Link to the hotel
Holiday home Playa de Palma Beach House with terrace, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi.
Extras include a Seating area and a kitchen with an oven and a microwave. Link to the holiday home
Villa Arenas with BBQ facilities, a patio, air conditioning, private pool, garden and free Wi-Fi.
Villa: 5 bedrooms, a flat-screen satellite TV, a kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine and a bathroom with a bathtub. Link to the Villa
All accommodation in Playa de Palma, including into the Woods Maravelias, you can view and book here