Property for sale in Portixol

Properties to buy in Portixol, Palma Mallorca

Portixol on the eastern outskirts of Palma de Mallorca is an aspirational place in which to look for houses for sale. In fact, when it comes to houses for sale in Portixol, this delightful old fishing port is often top of many house hunters’ lists due to the recent modernisation of Portixol, making it a trendy place to live.

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About Portixol

Speak with anyone who lives in Portixol and you are likely to have to listen for quite a while about how wonderful it is. This former fishing village has enjoyed significant investment and improvements over the years, to become one of Palma’s coolest hang-outs and most sought after suburbs. Its proximity to the town center and airport make it a major location and its mixture of smart restaurants and bohemian bars makes it a hot-spot for visitors and residents alike.

Although Portixol lies on the outskirts of Palma, its just a few kilometers away from the cathedral, easy to steer or cycle using the dedicated traffic-free promenade. This boardwalk really is that the heart of this community and provides the world a free-spirited atmosphere as inline-skaters weave between dog walkers and cyclists watched by the drinkers and diners who sit along the busy frontline of bars and restaurants.

Portixol is on the coast so there are several beaches to settle on from.

History and Culture of Portixol

Portixol may be a former fishing village, one among several suburbs of Palma that are rejuvenated for both locals and tourists. Its seafront properties, former fisherman’s cottages, became highly wanted. Contemporary bars, cafes, and restaurants line the seafront. Portixol is one of Mallorca’s coolest spots. See the guide for Mallorca’s coolest spots.

The architecture in Portixol is a triumph of old meets new. The original cottages have been largely upgraded and sit cheek-by-jowl with shiny new hotels and contemporary urban art. There is an intimate feel to this little enclave which has to be experienced to be understood.

If you are a good walker, Portixol offers the perfect starting point to explore the city, the port of Palma or just enjoy the beaches.

Major attractions in Portixol

The single biggest attraction in Portixol is that the beautiful chaos around the promenade which stretches for 16 km connecting Portixol and Es Molinar with Palma on one side and El Arenal on the other. Cars jostle for parking – bathers mix with hipsters, tourists, and business executives – all competing for their favorite restaurant table.

Beaches – The small beach in the bay is far calmer and more sheltered than the huge, neighboring Playa de Palma beach to the east and although the sand is not as light or fine, it's often cleaner. Visit the beach during the ‘Nit de Sant Joan‘ (23rd June) and see it lit by candles and tea lights. Can Pere Antoni, towards Palma on the other side of the harbor, is a larger beach or head the opposite way, east to Ciutat Jardi for an extended stretch of sand.

Things to do in Portixol

Apart from eating, drinking, and enjoying the beach, there are many encouragements to move in Portixol. If you don’t feel confident enough for roller-blading or skate-boarding you could hire a bicycle or Segway and explore the coastline.

The nightlife in Portixol also can be very lively, especially during high season. As with many fashionable locations, venues do come and go quite quickly, but there is usually a good choice of different bars and clubs to choose from.

Go to the beach 

The main beach, Playa de Palma is the big one that forms the coast between Portixol and Palma and is a very popular one for tourists staying at some of the larger hotel complexes. Locals are more likely to visit the smaller beach actually in Portixol, which is a more sheltered cove away from the tourists.

Explore Portixol marina 

A fishing and boating marina that attracts a lot of locals for sailing lessons, kayaking, and other marine adventures, it's a busy spot with lots of activities you could get up to. 

If taking to the waters isn't your thing, some tapas and sangria at a local restaurant will see you fir right in too.

See the colorful old fisherman's houses Off the seafront

the town itself is made up of lots of tiny old fishermen's houses, each one different from the next and they're adorable to wander among. It's a much simpler way of life than the bustle of Palma. 

The whole place mixes a more contemporary style, with waterfront modernized apartments, with its history as a fishing village. It's a fabulous little place that is really worth a visit even if you aren't staying there.

Walk along to Palma Cathedral 

Halfway along the promenade you can't miss the old cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of Light. You can go inside, or wander the gardens next to it.

Where to Stay? Hotels in Portixol 

Portixol Hotel in Palma de Mallorca

Located within the popular harbour of Portixol, the hotel enjoys a frontline position just outside Palma. The city centre is just a short walk away, which means the cathedral, a whole host of museums and attractions, and the best shopping on the island, are within easy reach.

Important keypoints about the Hotel

• The restaurant is open from breakfast until late, and may be a favourite amongst locals also as guests. The view of the bay is a pleasant addition to any meal. If you feel like something a little less formal then you can opt for a snack in the bar, where you can sink into the comfy sofas, and even browse the selection of international newspapers.

• The modern and functional rooms combine the simplest of Scandinavian design with top quality fixtures and fittings.
• The Nespresso coffee machine in the room is a welcome touch, as is the docking station for your MP3 player.
• You will love The view across the bay.
• You should stay here For the small harbour ambience with big city convenience.
• Good to Know: Palma is within walking distance, but the hotel can provide city bikes for your convenience.

Restaurants in Portixol

You can find a restaurant to suit any taste in Portixol; the adjacent Molinar is especially famous for sea-food. Prices can vary dramatically; you will pay a premium for waterfront restaurants or can hunt out a local tapas bar in the back streets for a bargain bite to eat.

Hotel Portixol offers an exquisite decked restaurant with sea-views very on the brink of Palma. You can choose to eat inside or out and the vibe is certainly cool & trendy.

Also for local fish and wonderful sea views, highly recommend restraint is Ola del Mar restaurant.

El Paseo Maritimo

This former fishing neighborhood is connected to Palma by the wonderful seaside promenade, el Paseo Maritimo. It attracts a lot of activity, particularly on weekends. A seat on a sunny terrace is that the dream; and restaurants with outdoor space are busy, no matter whether their cuisine may be a triumph.

Among Portixol’s wide selection, it’s possible to find some excellent gastronomy. Fresh fish and seafood abound, presented in formal and informal settings. There are gourmet set menus in stylish venues, and generous lunch menus loved by the locals, in long-standing Spanish bars. Beach clubs with sea views and extensive cocktails lists also can be found during this trendy Palma suburb.

Ola del Mar

Scrumptious sea food and relaxing harbour views are drawn from this up-market Mediterranean restaurant. Their enticing menu promises locally-sourced fish, intriguing rice dishes and paellas, and traditional Spanish meat options such as lamb shoulder and oxtail stew. A good proposal for a special lunch or supper.

Petit C’an Punta Port

This cosy harbour restaurant provides a cool vintage setting during which to sample healthy and artistic international cuisine. The owner, Austrian actress Sonja Kirchberger, shares her passion for local produce together with her own brand vegetable oil . Vegetarians will find plenty of choice here.

Cocco

A popular glass-fronted Italian restaurant, with sea views from the primary floor. The menu is long, with Mediterranean classics, featuring fish, meat, pasta and pizzas. Located along the seaside promenade makes it an attractive option for passersby seeking refreshment, and the atmosphere is always bustling and lively.

Assaona

Luxuriate in the stunning vistas from the terrace of this beach club. The natural tones of wood and rattan evoke a feeling of relaxation, best enhanced with one of their tasty cocktails. Their menu of creative Mediterranean gastronomy includes seaside favourites, like surf and turf, and fish of the day.

Alta Marea

A gourmet Italian restaurant on the seaside promenade, beside a tranquil square. Fresh, seasonal ingredients persuade their delicious daily specials, which makes up the small menu. Savour the taste of expertly cooked homemade pasta, paired perfectly with one among their recommended Italian wines. 

Club Nautico Portixol

A laid-back Spanish restaurant beside the harbour. Popular among the locals, they serve a very affordable three course set lunch menu. Not haute cuisine by any means, yet their sea food and paellas are delicious, and they have ample terrace seating.

Izizi Nunak

An adult-only restaurant with an air of mystery. The decor is grand and alluring within the spacious lounge, while the tiny terrace overlooks the seaside promenade. Their menu consists of international cuisine – ranging from seafood to burgers – and they have a wide selection of cocktails.

Events in Portixol

You are more likely to travel to Palma if you are interested in events, as the city is so close by. There you have a wide choice of cultural, sporting, religious and historical events all-year-round. 

Living in Portixol

Portixol has been growing in popularity for several years. It is quieter during the low season periods but is one of the locations in Mallorca that stays open and active all-year-round. It’s convenient location is one of the major factors driving demand.

The community is a world mix within Portixol and Molinar with denser populations of local Mallorcans within the outer areas. The area attracts all kinds of people including families, singles, young and old. The beaches, pedestrianised walkways and play parks make it suitable for children and the cool mix of bars and restaurants means there is something for everyone.

The extensive redevelopment also means that there is a jumble of older properties and new properties, with a considerable amount of new construction still going on in some places.

If you are considering buying a property in the area it is important to be as well-informed as possible as prices can differ dramatically depending on the street and type of property as there are many properties, houses and apartments for sale in Portixol, Molinar.

Front line new apartments and penthouses are the most exclusive in Portixol and Molinar and are priced from 1-3 million euros – houses are from around 3 million euros. The former fisherman’s cottages are very much in demand and (if you can find one for sale) cost over 600,000 euros and are not for the faint-hearted as they are very overlooked by the passing parade.

Second line and back-street properties are much more affordable with apartments available from as little as 200.000 to 300,000 euros.

The entire area continues to grow in popularity with demand also creeping into the adjacent Ciudad Jardin, where prices are a little lower, but rising fast. There also are areas under development between Portixol and Palma.

If you are looking for advice in order to buy, sell or rent a property in this or any other area of Mallorca, please do not hesitate to have a look at our selection of reliable and professional real estate agents in Portixol.

Whether your ideal choice of a house in Portixol is a cosy apartment, a contemporary rooftop penthouse, a converted townhouse, a luxury villa or a rural finca, we at Balearic-properties.com/en would be delighted to help you find your perfect property for sale in the Portixol.