Purobeach Resort, Santa Ponsa – Review

Purobeach’s first full resort brings its iconic beach-club spirit to the southwest of Mallorca. Set on a hillside above the Bay, Oasis del Mar Purobeach Resort Santa Ponsa has 160 rooms and suites across terraced buildings with sea and countryside views, two outdoor pools, a dedicated wellness centre and dynamic cocktail and dining scene. At the heart of the resort is the Purobeach pool club with DJs and daybed food and drink service.

The Mediterranean breeze rustles the twisted pines. From the upper pool deck, the bay fills my view, from the broad beach to the hillside clad in pine trees and private residences and the open water. A tray has been delivered with iced water, nuts, and a small glass of fresh juice. I have just check in to the first resort by Purobeach. The pool experience is as many know it, yet expanded into a full resort with varied dining, wellness, and guest rooms a few steps away. I’ve been welcomed by General Manager Pablo Gonzalez and his right-hand man, the charismatic and friendly Borja. The resort has only recently opened and the team are excited to be welcoming the first guests.

Mediterranean days

Days begin quietly. Breakfast is taken in the buffet restaurant, a bright room of blond wood, raffia shades and pale ceramics that opens to a poolside terrace beside Mediterranean pines. Tables dress with rolled white linen napkins and rattan placemats, the terrace looking towards the second pool and the bay beyond. Alongside the usual hot dishes and fresh fruit sits a Mallorca corner, a celebration of the destination. Sobrasada, ensaïmada, coca mallorquina, little pasties of meat and peas, garnishes of pickled sea fennel. It is the sort of spread that tempts you to try local specialities.

Purobeach experience

The main pool is the resort’s pulse. It sits at the top of the property for maximum panorama. Daybeds line one side of the pool, and sun loungers edge the deck, with a few designer loungers in the shallow water. The music and Purobeach DJ shapes the mood throughout the day. The team set you up with towels and a refreshment tray. The pool café covers the cravings that strike once the sea air does its work. Fresh salads, light plates, and something from the grill if the swim has built an appetite. Order something cold and let the afternoon find its pace.

A quieter pool sits on the other side, with a softer rhythm and a gazebo for outdoor massages. The aspect here turns to the pine-clad hills. It suits couples looking for a quieter experience.

A shuttle runs to the beach for those who want sand between their toes, though it is hard to leave that upper deck once you start soaking up the vibe.

Rooms and Suites

Rooms are spread across the hillside in low buildings and in the main block by reception. Some face the bay. Others look out to the pines and inland hills. All keep to a contemporary Mediterranean palette of neutral, sand tones and warm woods. Bathrooms open to the room with basins set behind a screen, with a separate shower and WC. Minibars are neat and well stocked with proper glassware. A vase of fresh flowers with eucalyptus is a nice touch on arrival. Rattan flip flops replace the usual hotel slippers, which prove comfortable and practical by the pool. A chilled cava and a plate of handcrafted treats by the pastry chef are a tempting gesture that sets a friendly tone. Higher category rooms add space, better views and in some cases private outdoor terraces with sunbeds or an open-air shower.

Wellbeing

The Purobeach promise here is that the club comes to you. You move from room to lounger in minutes. Late sleepers drift to breakfast, then enjoy a day on the deck. Couples take the raised beds for privacy without losing the view. When the mood changes, choose a bike ride along the coast, with regular and e-bikes available by the hour or day. Morning yoga brings a slow mindful start to the day, while the outdoor gym is perfect for those wanting to maintain their routine. Golfers can arrange tee times with partner clubs around the island, which saves the admin.

The wellness area sits under the main building, cool and calm with a sauna, Turkish bath, and adults only relaxation room. Treatments use SeaSkin Life and range from aromatherapy to deep tissue. I booked a personalised massage with Pablo, a trained physiotherapist. Longer rituals weave in Mallorca ingredients; clay wraps and singing bowls. After-sun options soothe the skin once you have overdone it.

Gastronomy

By day, the pool café keeps you going with plates like a halloumi salad. By evening Ona sets the mood for the resort, its terrace facing the sunset through the pines. Service is unhurried. Start with something chilled like a signature cocktail. The menu focuses on the Mediterranean, so expect grilled fish, salads, and pasta for those who want comfort. From the grill come delicious steaks. There is plenty for tables that prefers to share. We kept tasting notes to a minimum and let setting and service do the work. It a charming ambiance, with small lamps glowing on the tables, and the breeze carrying aromas of pine.

A DJ takes over on selected nights and the resort moves from swim to sundown to a late drink. It suits couples and friends who want a place that holds the whole day, rather than shuttling between hotel and club.

Oasis del Mar works because it understands what Purobeach loyalists love and incorporates it into a place where you can actually stay. It’s also a clever way to introduce Purobeach to a whole new market, with its five-star positioning, and quite residential location You can come here to slow down and to look out to sea, and party too, the Purobeach way.