Occidental Cala Viñas

We've been going to the occidental now for over 15 years but on this occasion we we're disappointed in the dining and the smell from the AC system around the property especially in the dining area.

The food was great each day.

We have just returned from a perfect, three generational holiday at the Occidental. We needed a hotel that was a short transfer from Palma airport , close to a beach and suitable for a toddler, teens and 20-30 year-olds and a Nana that likes quiet. The Occidental not only met these expectations but surpassed them. The numerous pools, restaurant and bar facilities, children’s activities and hotel rooms were even better than we could have expected having read some of the previous reviews. I simply do not understand how people can be critical of this hotel or their staff. They went above and beyond and always had time for your queries no matter how busy they were. To those holidaymakers who complained of the noise, I would suggest you ask for quiet rooms. We did just this and they were perfect. To those holidaymakers who complained of the food, I wonder what more they could be expecting as the choice was plentiful. During our holiday, I observed the managers going around and checking on things daily. You can see they really care and want to make our holiday the best it can be and for this I thank them. I would particularly like to mention the staff at the children’s pool. The attendant always had his eyes peeled and this was particularly reassuring when you have children in the water. We enjoyed our holiday so much at this hotel and are hoping to return in the future. Thank you.

It is very convenient for familes with kids, the beach is right next door plus you have another lovely beach 17min away on foot. Its sort of isolated so its a perfect getaway for those enjoying nature. The hotel was decent , good service although it feels that they lack on a number of staff at restaruant and bar area. Nothing major however its area for improvement. The kids club is great facility , you have 2 hours in the morning and afternoon to leave the little ones and get a bit of a break. The kids entertainer called Andrea was very good , the kids loved going to the club most likely becuase of her. I think they didnt miss a single session which was great.

Beautiful beach

Hotel is really wonderful! We stayed for 4 nights in June. 4 adults and a 16 month old. Swimming pool options are great, Barcy club for the kids was great, buffet options were really varied, waiters and waitresses were very friendly, rooms were comfortable and we had an incredible view over the sea, activities were great. The real gem was you can walk down a small slope and you are on the beach, it’s incredible! Very safe beach with shallow water. We had a wonderful stay here. Thank you!

Highly recomend

Property was ok. Views from the beach were beautiful. The layout is really weird. For an all inclusive, you are nickel and dimed for everything outside of the food/drinks. Room was kind of dated. Food was not great. Staff was friendly.

I liked the location, the beach, the taxi service and some menus. I think you could improve some areas like swimming pools, food menu and internet signal.

More like 2 stars than 4. Property didn’t seem safe, room very basic and smelly, staff lot helpful We booked especially because of kids facilities but were given a room a building so far from all that is not easy to access with a young child.

Awful customer service, rude staff who didn't care about our complaints and ho also lied. We were put in a basement room that had no door on the bathroom, not even a door on the toilet. The room looked like it was being renovated and hadn't been finished - there was a rail where a door should have been. The bed linen was cheap and thin. The aircon didn't work properly. The hairdryer didn't work and was poor quality. There was a cockroach in the hallway scuttling around. This is NOT a 4 star hotel, it would barely scrape a 3 star. Staff made no effort to resolve this and we had to complain everyday and take 30mins daily doing this.When I asked for the room to be discounted they said no but they would upgrade us if we visit again. I would certainly never visit this hotel again - unbelievably awful - AVOID! Expedia should not list a hotel that has no doors on the bathroom or toilet - false marketing which is illegal in the UK.

Nice room with amazing views

Firstly, if you are planning to go to this hotel for some sun, it's probably not a great idea. The poor design means the swimming pools all sit to the North of the hotel which ensures they are kept in shade all day. Just in case there is an opportunity as the sun moves through the sky, some strategically placed Palm Trees ensure there is still no sun. Secondly, our room stunk. I mean it stunk. We complained about it and they sent a maid and a handyman who together poured an industrial amount of chemicals down each plughole and hoped for the best. It alleviated the problem for an hour or so, but then the staus quo was resumed. Further complaints to reception meant that we could downgrade to an inferior room but with no partial refund, or we could put up with it. As we were only staying for 3 nights, and we were now on day 2, not to mention that we'd un-packed already, we decided against the move and instead did what we could to stay out of the room. Reception tried to blame the rain that we had seen on Day 2 - but the stink started long before this. We ended up spending a whole day on the nearby beach as it's the only place that get's the sun. Of course we had to pay for the privilege and we had to travel back across the beach, and back up into the hotel every time we wanted a drink - not ideal! The experience of a 'Superior Room with views' was really disappointing. I'm normally very positive, but this left a bitter taste.

Booked a sea view upgrade. No rooms available on arrival. Four trips to reception later over 2 days eventually got room I paid for but no refund for upgrade cost for nights we didn’t have it. Overall nice hotel. Decent food. Drinks service at meal time very poor

The location was nice, the hotel could use some updates. Our fridge wasn't working and the A/C smelled moldy. They had decent food and very good entertainment program. Unfortunately loud music on till midnight so it was loud.

Nice location. Nice room but very noisy above the restaurant and next to the entertainment bar. Not enough staff at bars, regular long queues. Evening Entertainment was poor, you couldn’t hear or see it from the entertainment bar. Food was the same every day. Staff was nice

This hotel desperately needs a refurbishment. The reception area is new and modern , the staff are lovely but the “Blocks” housing the rooms are old and dirty . The pool area was disgustingly dirty . Bird mess left for days uncleaned and sun beds falling apart !

Big family type hotel, tours and discount travelers....type resort. Very noisy,tons of kids, loud music concert at night.....buffet, tiny pools....skip

Nice location situated alongside a fantastic beach. Very relaxing stay!

This property is set on a nice cove, but not unique. There is NO real walkability to other locations or restaurants. You need a car to stay here and be able to do anything. The buffet is edible but definitely not what I would expect on vacation. It’s a little more cafeteria style. Rooms are clean, but outdated. Staff is very nice and the evening shows were at times entertaining. I would say this is best compare to an on-land cruise ship...if I had to do it over would stay on the north side of the island.