Cala Deia
3.5
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3.5
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Natasha W
11 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
This could be okay during low season/very early in the morning before the hoards of tourists arrive. We visited at 2pm and it was horrendous. Driving down to the beach was dangerous. We nearly collided with two cars on the narrow, narrow windy roads. The parking situation was chaos. People were just abandoning their cars because the car park was full. There was no beach. Just dirty rocks. The sea was far too choppy to swim in. There were two restaurants. One could not be accessed unless you scrambled across the rocks because of the huge waves. Both were extremely busy and the we were told there was an hour wait for food at the accessible restaurant in the cliff. We turned around and went straight home. Please, AVOID.
Written 3 August 2023
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Cherryl C
Hamilton, New Zealand34 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
I wish we had read these reviews before going to Cala Deia! We walked the windy road down to the water which is really just a generous single laned road. It takes around 25min to walk to the bottom so you need to be prepared for the 25min walk back up which in the August heat is not easy!
We were excited at the thought of a swim to cool off from the walk but it was not to be. The smell hits you as you approach the Cala, it was like mulch underfoot and the rocks around the waters edge were slimy and you pretty much choose a rock to perch on or lie on the mulch. We took a photo to say we survived the walk turned around and began the trek back up the hill. As hot as we were we couldn’t bring ourselves to swim there it was unappealing.
The cars were backing up the hill around midday as there was nowhere to park and they couldn’t turn around so it was a traffic jam. When we finally made it to the top there was a policeman stopping cars going down. A motor bike is the best way to get to Cala Deia….that is if you really want to make the effort, personally I wouldn’t.
We were excited at the thought of a swim to cool off from the walk but it was not to be. The smell hits you as you approach the Cala, it was like mulch underfoot and the rocks around the waters edge were slimy and you pretty much choose a rock to perch on or lie on the mulch. We took a photo to say we survived the walk turned around and began the trek back up the hill. As hot as we were we couldn’t bring ourselves to swim there it was unappealing.
The cars were backing up the hill around midday as there was nowhere to park and they couldn’t turn around so it was a traffic jam. When we finally made it to the top there was a policeman stopping cars going down. A motor bike is the best way to get to Cala Deia….that is if you really want to make the effort, personally I wouldn’t.
Written 23 August 2023
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Tanya F
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Jul 2022 • Couples
We tried to get to the beach by car but were stopped en route by a policeman stationed at the turning and told that only guests at the two restaurants, pre booked, could drive to the beach.
So we gladly turned away, clearly too many celebrities in the area.
Loads of beautiful places to visit on the northern side, forget Cala Deia, but be aware
So we gladly turned away, clearly too many celebrities in the area.
Loads of beautiful places to visit on the northern side, forget Cala Deia, but be aware
Written 4 July 2022
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AuntieCapybara
London, UK14 contributions
Aug 2021 • Family
Do your research! If you are travelling off/shoulder season or early in the day, this could be a real gem. If you’re part of the elite Deia crowd, I imagine you’d know what times to visit.
However, we just popped in to check it out on the way to somewhere else - it was an absolute time-drain and completely not worth the effort in season; ‘crowded’ doesn’t begin to describe it, it looked like one person per rock. We’re fairly tenacious when it comes to beach parking but it was an absolute nightmare even by our standards.
However, we just popped in to check it out on the way to somewhere else - it was an absolute time-drain and completely not worth the effort in season; ‘crowded’ doesn’t begin to describe it, it looked like one person per rock. We’re fairly tenacious when it comes to beach parking but it was an absolute nightmare even by our standards.
Written 3 August 2021
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katkin
Bristol25 contributions
May 2024 • Family
May well be a pretty cove but drive down steep, hairpin bends on single track road with adverse camber with almost no passing places! Very little parking at the bottom. Even if you get a space getting past cars coming down as you leave needs nerves of steel or a death wish. Lots of more accessible pretty coves. Going there was accidental and never to be repeated, just glad got away with no (apparent) damage to hire car. If you want to go, do yourself a favour and walk down!
Written 25 May 2024
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Frequent Traveller
United Kingdom87 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
We hiked here from Soller - wonderful walk but not worth the detour to the cove. The lead-up to it is ruined by an endless and chaotic car park, with graffiti everywhere, and the little cove itself is heaving with people. It would, however, be really lovely without the crowds so maybe go first thing in the morning. Otherwise stick to Soller for a far nicer beach experience.
Written 8 June 2022
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collymarps
england936 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
Deia is a Lovely town full of attractive honey gold buildings tumbling down the hillside with a spectacular mountain backdrop.
Some nice restaurants and an over priced supermarket but otherwise notmuch in the way if amenities.
But the scenery is the star.
Parking is a nightmare but there is a free car oark about 15 mins walk away,opposite the entrance to the road for cala deia.
On thatnote cala deia beach is not worth the 45 moniit walk downhill though. There is pay car parking at the bottom but you'll be lucky to get a space.
The walk back up is a bit awful especially in the heat....
Some nice restaurants and an over priced supermarket but otherwise notmuch in the way if amenities.
But the scenery is the star.
Parking is a nightmare but there is a free car oark about 15 mins walk away,opposite the entrance to the road for cala deia.
On thatnote cala deia beach is not worth the 45 moniit walk downhill though. There is pay car parking at the bottom but you'll be lucky to get a space.
The walk back up is a bit awful especially in the heat....
Written 8 June 2022
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TaylorGengo
Kingston, NY2 contributions
Sept 2022 • Couples
Disgusting beach. Don’t let Instagram fool you. Over crowded, long hike to get to if you don’t get to park there early enough, smelly, water was so dirty. Had all kinds of weird particles floating around. I couldn’t wait to shower when we got back to our stay. Not worth it in my opinion.
Written 14 September 2022
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Rebecca S
Cardiff, UK27 contributions
Sept 2022 • Couples
Unfortunately this Beach does not look like the pictures. The water is very clear but the beach itself really smells! It is a mission to get to this Beach from the town and it really isn't worth it. We ended up staying for about 20 mins then climbing back up the hill in the midday heat as we couldn't stand the smell! We jumped straight in the shower and had to wash all our swimming costumes and towels as soon as we got back to our hotel.
Written 18 September 2022
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Regan V
Labrador, Australia43 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
Beautiful part of Mallorca. Out of the way. The hike down is worth it for the swim at this part of the island. The colour of the water is beautiful and calm. Water was great temperature for September. Great views to take photos.
Written 25 September 2023
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Can we book the fish restaurant in September. We shall be staying at Pollensa there are 6 of us?
Written 28 March 2016
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