The DNA: Millions of travellers are familiar with the holiday hotels dotting the Spanish costa’s and islands. It is great to see that with a revamp of one of these oldies, the classic holiday is far from dead. ZEL Mallorca is the first of a co-operation between tennis super star Rafael Nadal and Meliá Hotels International. It is located in Palmanova, set directly on a stretch of stunning white sand and crystal-clear waters. With ZEL Nadal wants to “offer those moments in life that I personally enjoy so much: sailing, particularly in the Mediterranean; eating on the beach, at a beach bar or in a beach club; and relaxing while spending time with friends and family, feeling at home.”

✅ free Wi-Fi • size matters: 165 rooms, including 21 suites (25-80m2) (269-861 sq ft) • hotel opened: July 2023 (previously Innside, Sol Beach House and Sol Cala Blanca) • bathroom amenities: HAAN ❌ no parking available • pets allowed • 24-hour front desk • wheelchair accessible