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Hello there Dave.
Well done for chosing Magaluf or Palma Nova it's a great place for a holiday.
The resorts are mainly 3 star hotels and a few are all inclusive, although there is a better selection offering HB- I'd reccomend the Santa Lucia in Palma Nova- stunning location and good quality service and food. Or in Magaluf, The Anitllas/Barbados Sol cannot be beaten for overall quality, food and service- it's brilliant and thats where I go!
However, if you must be all inclusive there are a few choices.
Someone has already mentioned the Hawaii it's ok if you really have to have beachside and although the hotel has lovely views, the food and service are not up to a high enough standard for my liking. Its also it's on the Torrenova headland near to the Honolulu (Also AI) whilst they're ok, their location is good for the beach and little else. It gets dark around there at night and finding your way back from the resort can be a bit of a headache!
You could consider the Palma Nova Hotel but the Palma Nova Palace is slightly better although neither are beachside they are in the resort centre. Last time I looked the Palma Nova Palace got a 4 star rating but I'd say go expecting a decent 3 star. I would check the reviews carefully though because things may have changed since last time I was out there.
The Tordos Mirlos also in Palma Nova is AI but again not beachside although it was recently refurbished in a "Flintstones theme" great for the kids and it gets good reviews for food and service- thats a pretty safe bet.
In Magaluf, The Barracuda and Marina Pax are next to eachother and around 150m to the beach accross the road. They both have an excellent reputation, their pools aren't very big and get crowded in high season but they are both excellent hotels and probably two of the best AI in Magaluf.
DON'T bother with the Don Manolo- it's badly in need of refurbishment as is it's sister hotel the Don Juan- they are cheap but totally cheerless- stay away!
To Sum up then. The best overall AI hotel would be the Marina Pax (it has the edge on the Barracuda) unless you want Palma Nova particularly or you have little ones then my vote would have to be Tordos Mirlos.
The Hawaii and Honolulu hotels are like Butlins abroad and the standards are too varied for me, but their beachside location is good.
Whatever you decide I hope you have a lovely holiday! Good luck!
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