Peguera Resort Guide

Located on the southwest coast of Mallorca, Peguera is a charming seaside town known for its beautiful beaches, bustling marina, and lively nightlife.

With a wide range of accommodation, restaurants, and activities, it’s an ideal destination for a sunny Mediterranean getaway.

Introduction

Peguera is part of the municipality of Calvià and is located approximately 25 kilometres from Palma.

Originally a small fishing village, it began developing into a tourist resort in the 1960s and is now one of Mallorca’s most popular beach destinations.

The town itself is centred around a pretty bay sheltered by rocky headlands on either side.

A palm-lined promenade runs the length of the beach, which is made up of soft golden sand and clear shallow waters – perfect for swimming and sunbathing.

Behind the beachfront are tree-shaded streets filled with shops, bars, and restaurants.

Two beaches flank the main beach – Platja des Carregador to the west and Platja Tora to the east. Further afield are the charming coves of Cala Fornells, Cala Boix, and Cala Egos.

While Peguera has a laidback, low-key atmosphere during the day, after dark it comes alive with buzzing bars, restaurants, and nightclubs that stay open late into the early hours.

Families and couples tend to congregate around the marina and promenade area, while younger crowds head to the infamous BCM nightclub in Magaluf.

Peguera Beaches

Peguera is blessed with several beautiful beaches to choose from.

Take a look at our guide to Peguera beaches for full details.

Things To Do In Peguera

Facilities

Peguera has all the amenities and services you’d expect of a popular resort town.

• Supermarkets & shops – There are several small supermarkets dotted around town for groceries and essentials. The main tourist shopping street is Bulevar de Pegura selling everything from beachwear to souvenirs.
• Banks & ATMs – Major banks include La Caixa and Banco Sabadell, with ATMs spread around town.
• Pharmacies – Farmacia Meritxell on Bulevar de Pegura is open daily.
• Post office – Correos is located on the main shopping street Carrer dels Pins.

Activities & Excursions

There’s plenty to see and do around Peguera besides lounging on the beach all day. Popular water sports and activities include:

• Scuba diving – Dive centres in the marina offer courses plus guided dives along the coast, including wreck diving around the nearby Malgrats Islands.
• Snorkelling – The rocky coves around Peguera provide fantastic snorkelling with colourful fish and even seahorses in the shallows.
• Boat trips – Take a boat trip to explore the dramatic west coast, stop in secluded coves for swimming and snorkelling, or spot dolphins out at sea.
• Jet skiing – Zoom around offshore on a jet ski, available to hire for 30 minutes at a time.
• Parasailing – Soar 450ft above the bay while parasailing for spectacular aerial views.
• Banana boating – Hold on tight as a speedboat whizzes you and up to 5 others on a giant, bright yellow inflatable.
• Paddleboarding – Paddle along the tranquil shoreline on a stand-up paddleboard, easily hired from the main beach.

In town, there are bike hire outlets.

Not far away in Magaluf you can find Katmandu Park offering an interactive 5D cinema, laser maze, and interactive games. Fifteen minutes away by car in Portals Nous you can also visit Marineland Mallorca which has dolphin, sea lion, and parrot shows plus a water play area.

Attractions

• Peguera Marina – Take a stroll around the Marina and browse the souvenir stalls, or stop for a drink overlooking the boats.
• Western Water Park – A short bus, car or taxi ride away in Magaluf you’ll find this great water park.
• Caves of Drach – Take a bus tour to Porto Cristo to see the fascinating limestone caves and underground lake.
• Palma aquarium – One of Europe’s biggest aquariums with over 8,000 marine creatures to discover just outside Palma de Mallorca.

Bars, Pubs & Restaurants In Peguera

Peguera has an impressive selection of dining options from laidback beach bars to family restaurants to sophisticated eateries.

Beach Bars & Cafes

Relaxed bars and cafes line the promenade serving up cold beers, sandwiches, and tapas with a sea view. Popular spots include Minibar Playa, El Bar, and Mio Bar.

Restaurants

• Red Rubber Duck – Nice cuisine with beach views.
• Gecko Restaurant – Pasta’s and pizzas with a great atmosphere.
• Mar y Mar – Friendly place for food and drink with great sea views and sunsets.

Peguera Nightlife

After dark, head to Ten Club or Blanco y Negro nightclubs with their neon-lit dance halls and parties that go on until morning. Or for a more laidback vibe, grab a cocktail at one of the marina bars.

Golf

Peguera has a fantastic 18-hole golf course located just 2km inland from the resort at the foot of the Tramuntana mountains. Santa Ponsa I offers a good variety of par 3s, 4s and 5s across cliff-top fairways with sea views. Green fees are around €100 in high season.

Peguera History

Peguera first began as a quiet fishing village in the mid-19th century. Its name means ‘over tar’ in Catalan.

Tourism began in the early 1960s as visitors were drawn to Peguera’s peaceful coves and beaches. Gradually hotels, apartments and restaurants were built to cater to growing numbers of sun-seekers.

By the 1990s, Peguera had established itself as one of Mallorca’s most popular resorts.

Best Places to Stay In Peguera

Peguera offers a wide range of hotel and apartment accommodation to suit all budgets.

• Villa Columbus Boutique – Budget friendly hotel in the heart of town.
• Bella Colina – 3-star hotel with central location.
• Apartamentos Ponent – Apartments with modern amenities with indoor & outdoor pool.

Peguera Weather

Peguera enjoys a typical warm Mediterranean climate with hot dry summers and mild winters.

• Spring – Temperatures in April to June range from 15-22°C making sightseeing comfortable.
• Summer – July and August are the hottest months with highs around 30°C. The sea temperature gets up to 23°C.
• Autumn – September and October still see highs of 26°C and are ideal for beach holidays before the crowds depart.
• Winter – December to February is the cooler season with average temperatures of 12-17°C. Rain showers are possible but generally mild.

Getting There

By air

• Palma de Mallorca Airport is just 25km from Peguera. There are regular bus shuttles that take 30 minutes.

By bus from Palma

• Buses run every 15 minutes from Palma bus station to Peguera with a journey time of around 1 hour.

By rental car

• Peguera is easily accessed from Palma via the MA-1 motorway.
• Various international car rental companies operate desks at Palma airport.

By taxi

• A taxi from the airport to Peguera takes around 35 minutes and costs approximately €65.

By boat

• Private yachts and smaller leisure boats can dock directly at Peguera marina.

So there you have it – everything you need to know to plan the perfect Peguera vacation!

With its beautiful beaches, vibrant nightlife and plethora of restaurants and activities, it’s easy to see why this Mallorcan resort remains a favourite Mediterranean destination.