Stroll around Algaida and the surrounding countryside and your senses will fill with the scent of pine, almond and fig trees. This ancient inland town in Majorca is known for the secluded monasteries on Puig de Randa mountain, in particular the topmost Santuario Nuestra Señora, as well as the 13th century Mare de Déu de la Pau de Catellitx pilgrimage chapel. The Cossiers dances of the region are also a big draw, as is the ‘mallorquinischen’, which is the traditional Majorcan cuisine of almonds, olives, pork and chicken and is distinct from other Spanish food. Be sure to visit Gordiola too, home to the island’s oldest glass blowers and an amazing experience to watch the masters at work.
Renting holiday apartments in Algaida
Enjoy the slow pace of life of a really relaxing holiday by staying in apartments in Algaida. By having your own kitchen and living area you can choose to have a lie-in on a lazy day and eat breakfast whenever you like; a steaming hot cup of coffee and pastries on your own balcony beats a crowded buffet breakfast room at a hotel any day! Comfortable Algaida apartments like the kind you’ll find on HouseTrip are a great holiday accommodation option for families in particular, as this type of holiday rental works out to be better value for money than hotel rooms.
Where to stay in Algaida
If it’s beautiful scenery and views across rolling hills that you’re after, then you’ll find them in abundance when you stay in Algaida. Choose holiday accommodation near Puig de Randa and enjoy mountain walks in the pine-scented air. If you like to be close to restaurants and bars, then a holiday rental near the centre of town is a good bet. HouseTrip has a range of apartments in Algaida for you to choose from, whether you want a self-catering base with a swimming pool or a rustic cottage. Whatever kind of accommodation you pick, you can enjoy the local specialities that you’ve prepared in your own kitchen to get a real taste of the Majorcan way of life.
Algaida with the family
Your children will be blown away by the majestic views and fascinating landscapes during a family holiday in Algaida. Keen walkers can climb up the Puig de Randa and be transported to a magical realm when seeing the three secluded monasteries: 15th century Santuario de Nuestra Señora de Gracia hermitage on a rocky promontory on the lower terrace; 14th century Santuario lies de Sant Honorat on the second terrace; and the famous Santuario Nuestra Señora at the top, once the retreat of the philosopher Ramón Lull. Take the kids to see the glass blowers at work at Gordiola, visit the Friday market, and then relax at your holiday rental for the family with a bowl of local olives, figs and almonds.
