Luxury Villas to rent in Alcudia

The vibrant town of Alcudia is set in the north of Mallorca. Alcudia is a place full of history, it was actually founded by the Phoenicians and it is surrounded by a medieval wall. It is a town where you feel the presence of its history and culture. In addition to its beautiful cobblestone streets, the region has some of the best sandy beaches on the island.

The historic centre of Alcudia dates back to the 14th century after the Catalan conquest of the island. The king James II of Mallorca gave orders to build walls to protect the city from possible attacks. Alcudia was declared National Artistic Heritage in 1974, since it is the best walled enclave on the island.

You will see historic and beautiful buildings with great architectural value. The most remarkable ones are Gothic and Renaissance mansions and churches.  In summer, this romantic setting is accompanied by open-air theatre performances and concerts.  Additionally, Alcudia has the smallest Roman amphitheatre in Spain and the ancient Roman city of Pollentia.

In the pedestrian area you will find many different options to sample Mallorcan and Mediterranean gastronomy, and a great variety of shops. In fact, on Tuesdays and Sundays there is a traditional market where you can buy handcrafted products and food.

Pollentia

Alcudia has the remains of the Roman city of Pollentia which was founded after the Roman consul Quintus Caecilius' conquest in 123 BC. This meant the beginning of urban life on the island. The strategic point of Alcudia's bay was the main reason for the town's great urban development and indeed, it was the most important Roman town in the Balearic islands. Nowadays, you can visit areas such as the forum and the amphitheatre.

Recommended beaches near Alcudia

• Alcanada: a small sandy beach of crystal-clear waters. Next to the beach there is a pine forest and in the sea there is an islet with a lighthouse, which gives a picturesque touch to the scenery.
• Cala en Poncet: a charming cove of approximately 80m of sand and rocks. It is an inviting and intimate area which affords beautiful views of Alcudia bay.
• Cala Cap de Bou: a beach exposed to the wind, so a particularly popular spot for windsurfers.
• Es Coll Baix:  12 km away from Alcudia and you must walk around 20 minutes to get to the beach. It is worth the walk since you're rewarded with a virgin beach with sand and pebbles.
• Alcudia Beach: the biggest beach in the Balearic Islands. This beach is perfect for leisure activities such as windsurfing, waterskiing, catamarans, pedalos, and so on.

Hiking and cycling

The exceptional geographical surroundings of Alcudia is one of the main attractions of the region. Thanks to the good climate, you will be able to enjoy any kind of outdoor sport. The most recommended routes for hiking and cycling are in the Tramuntana range, that is why Alcudia is the perfect place if you want to indulge in these sports. We recommend you to take routes such as the Sa Talaia, Es Coll Baix or S'Albufera.

Golf

There are many excellent places in Mallorca to play golf and one of the most popular courses is Alcanada Golf, set in Alcudia. This course has 18 holes and 72 par. It borders the sea and has stunning views of Alcudia bay, the islet and coves.

If you are seeking a holiday with plenty of activities and also have time to relax, Alcudia is the place. And we have many holiday villa rentals for you to choose from!