JC Stays: Iberostar Grand Hotel Portals Nous, Mallorca

But even those without ceiling mirrors have USB power points, Nespresso machine, 48 inch satellite TV, Bvlgari toiletries in the bathroom and a pillow menu.

Set on its own sandy cove, the sea is so close that you fall asleep listening to the gentle rhythm of the waves.

Or there’s always the large outdoor swimming pool with its waterfall cascading down the length of the hotel and two-level terrace for sun lounging. A couple of floors down is the luxurious spa for more relaxation, with your pick of various holistic health and beauty therapies.

Back at beach level, the Astir restaurant has its own terrace looking out onto the blues of the Mediterranean, with Spanish specialities on the menu while breakfasts feature a miniature glass showcase to your table, packed with individual croissants, cakes and mousses.

More restaurants and bars await on the sophisticated Puerto Portals Marina, around 15 minutes’ walk away, where the rich moor their yachts and a market takes place at sunset. If do you crave the ‘big’ city, Palma is a bus or short taxi ride away.

Happily, there’s no real need to go anywhere else unless you do develop itchy feet. The high standard of service here, the equally high quality of the food and some indulgent pampering in the spa all made me very loath to leave.