Crew Focus in Mallorca
With Courtesy of Erica Lay & The Mallorca Bulletin. #25/1080.
Erica Lay owner of EL CREW International Yacht Crew Agency http://www.elcrewco.com/ erica@elcrewco.com
Part 2: Small Marinas, Big Charm – More Under-30m Gems in Mallorca
Last week we checked out some great options for marinas offering lovely surroundings and excellent services for vessels under 30m, but we really only scratched the surface. Let’s check out a few more tucked-away favourites around the island.
Real Club Nàutic Port de Pollença (RCNPP)
Location: North Coast | Max Length: 25m | Draft: 3m | Berths: 375
Heading north, RCNPP is a more laid-back sibling to the busier Alcudia. Located in a wide bay loved by sailors and windsurfers, this marina has a welcoming, unhurried feel. There’s a good mix of services, a decent shipyard if you need repairs, and the town is refreshingly unspoilt.
- Local tip: Grab fresh bread and pastries from the legendary Formentor bakery and picnic along the pine-shaded promenade.
- Dinner pick: Stay – part restaurant, part institution, right on the water.
- Want more culture? Take a short trip inland to the charming town of Pollença.
Porto Petro
Location: South-East | Max Length: 25m (RCNP), 12m (Puerto) | Draft: 3m+ | Berths: 200+
Tiny but mighty, Porto Petro is one of the island’s most picturesque mini-marinas. The vibe? Quiet luxury. Think well-heeled locals, no loud beach clubs, and a calm bolt-hole vibe for those wanting to slip under the radar.
- Eat here: Restaurante Norai is a local favourite.
- Explore: Walk to Mondragó Natural Park for a peaceful swim in protected crystal-clear waters—well away from the jet ski brigade.
The Real Club Náutico Portopetro accommodates up to 25m vessels, whereas the adjacent Puerto de Porto Petro handles yachts up to 12m.
Port d’Andratx
Location: South-West | Max Length: ~30m | Draft: ~4m
While Puerto Portals steals headlines with designer boutiques and Bentley-lined docks, Andratx offers scenic beauty, solid facilities, and a mellow, slow-living vibe that makes you forget what an email inbox even is.
- Dinner options:
- Oliu for something elegant
- Bar Central for a proper, no-frills menú del día
- It’s also a great base for exploring Mallorca’s wilder western coast.
Colònia de Sant Jordi
Location: South Coast | Max Length: ~20-25m | Quiet Marina
Once a humble fishing village, Colònia de Sant Jordi has grown into a laid-back stopover with easy access to some of Mallorca’s best beaches, including the iconic Es Trenc.
- Seaside stroll: The promenade here is perfect at sunset.
- Sundowner spot: Cassai Beach House has atmosphere in spades.
The marina is small but peaceful—and often overlooked by those heading to louder ports.
Cala Ratjada
Location: North-East | Max Length: ~25m | Solid Facilities
Yes, it’s popular with northern European tourists, but don’t write it off. The harbour area is pretty, the facilities are solid, and the surrounding coastline hides many coves to explore by tender.
- Eat here: Ca’n Maya – excellent grilled fish and a view of the working harbour.
- Worth the detour: Hidden calas and sea caves just around the corner.
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Remember:
Book Ahead!
As mentioned last week—the bigger your yacht, the more you need to plan ahead. The joy of these smaller marinas is that they’ll often try to squeeze you in… whereas Palma might laugh you off the phone if you didn’t book seven months ago.
Worst case scenario? Drop anchor in one of the nearby bays and tender in for dinner. Speaking of anchorages…
Stay Tuned for Part 3:
🚤 Our Guide to Mallorca’s Best Anchorages – dropping next week!