Deià Holidays: Mallorca's Coastal Village Guide
Illes Balears · Balearic Islands · Spain · 656 residents · on the coast
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Deià is a village of around 656 people on the Mallorcan coast, set 183 metres above the sea and about 14 miles from Palma de Mallorca airport. It is small enough to cross on foot, yet it holds a good deal within easy reach: the Robert Graves House Museum and the Castell del Moro are both under half a mile from the centre, the cove of Cala Deià lies about a mile below, and the Miramar monastery and the Mirador de Son Gallard viewpoint are each under two miles along the coast. Summer brings the warmest, driest weather, with July almost rainless, which makes this a natural choice for a quiet summer holiday by the sea.
Why go
- The Robert Graves House Museum sits less than half a mile from the village centre.
- Cala Deià, a family-friendly cove beach, lies only about a mile below the village.
- Palma de Mallorca airport, with direct UK flights, is roughly a 20-minute drive away.
Top sights in Deià
Museums, Coves and Coastal Viewpoints
The best-known sights are close together. Cala Deià, the village's beach, is about a mile away and suits families, while the Miramar monastery stands roughly 1.7 miles along the coast. Closer still, the Robert Graves House Museum is under half a mile from the centre, as is the Castell del Moro, a castle within the village itself.
For a second swim, Es Canyaret is a smaller beach around 1.4 miles away, and the Mirador de Son Gallard, about 1.6 miles out, is a viewpoint over this stretch of coast. There is also a cave roughly 1.7 miles from the village for those keen on the natural landscape.
Tours and tickets for the area can be booked directly on this page through the booking cards below.
Tours & tickets in Deià
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Deià can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Deià
Staying in a Small Hillside Village
With a population of only around 656, Deià is a quiet place rather than a lively resort, and that is much of its appeal. The village itself sits at 183 metres, so staying in the centre puts you within a short walk of the Robert Graves House Museum and the Castell del Moro, with the sea about a mile downhill at Cala Deià.
If you would rather be close to the water, look at places on the way down towards the cove; if you prefer to explore the coast and the neighbouring villages, the centre is the better base. Live hotel prices for Deià are shown on this page.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Deià and the villages around it is a hire car from Palma de Mallorca (PMI), about 20 min away.
Best time to visit Deià
When to Visit Deià
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Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
June, July and August offer the most pleasant conditions. Daytime highs climb from around 25°C in June to 27°C in July and a peak of about 28°C in August, the hottest month. July is remarkably dry, with roughly 3 mm of rain spread over a single day on average.
The wettest month by volume is February, at around 88 mm, while May has the most rainy days, about 11. Winter is mild rather than warm, with highs of around 13°C in January and February, so it suits walking and sightseeing more than the beach. September and October still reach 24°C and 22°C respectively, though with more rainy days than high summer.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 13°C | 9°C | 57 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 13°C | 9°C | 88 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 17°C | 11°C | 42 mm | 11 h |
| Apr | 18°C | 12°C | 39 mm | 11 h |
| May | 20°C | 15°C | 57 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 25°C | 19°C | 52 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 27°C | 23°C | 3 mm | 14 h |
| Aug | 28°C | 23°C | 48 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 24°C | 21°C | 60 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 22°C | 19°C | 55 mm | 10 h |
| Nov | 18°C | 15°C | 57 mm | 8 h |
| Dec | 14°C | 11°C | 48 mm | 8 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
Getting to Deià from the UK
The nearest airport is Palma de Mallorca, around 14 miles away, and it has direct flights from the United Kingdom. The drive to Deià takes about 20 minutes, so car hire or a transfer gets you to the village very quickly after landing.
If you are travelling by sea, Palma's port is about 13 miles from Deià, with ferries to Barcelona, Valencia and Dénia on the mainland and to Ibiza and Maó. Alcúdia, around 27 miles away, has sailings to Barcelona and Ciutadella, and Ciutadella itself, about 65 miles away by the facts given, links to Alcúdia and Barcelona.
By air
- Palma de Mallorca (PMI)14 miles, about 20 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Nearest ferry ports: Palma (13 miles), Alcúdia (27 miles), Ciutadella (65 miles).
Deià is good for
Around Deià
Neighbouring Villages Worth the Drive
Deià is surrounded by small places within a few miles. Valldemossa is about 3 miles away, and Sóller and Port de Sóller are each around 4 miles, the latter giving you another stretch of coast. Bunyola is also roughly 4 miles off.
A little further, Fornalutx, a village of under 700 people, lies about 6 miles away, Esporles about 7 miles, and both Alaró and Banyalbufar around 8 miles. None of these involves a long day in the car, so it is easy to pair a morning visit with an afternoon back at the cove.
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Tips from Robin
Practical Tips for Your Stay
The village sits 183 metres above sea level and Cala Deià is about a mile away, so expect a walk back uphill after a swim, and plan accordingly with young children or heavy beach bags.
With only around 656 residents, Deià is small, so do not expect the range of services of a large resort; Sóller, with over 14,000 people, is about 4 miles away. Spring is not reliably dry either: May averages around 11 rainy days, so pack a light layer if you travel then.
Questions people ask
How far is Deià from Palma airport?
Palma de Mallorca airport is about 14 miles from Deià, roughly a 20-minute drive. The airport has direct flights from the United Kingdom, which makes Deià one of the quicker villages to reach after landing.
Does Deià have a beach?
Yes. Cala Deià, a family-friendly cove beach, lies about a mile from the village centre. Es Canyaret, a second beach, is around 1.4 miles away. Bear in mind the village sits 183 metres up, so the return walk is uphill.
What is the best month to visit Deià?
June, July and August have the most pleasant conditions. July is the driest month, with around 3 mm of rain on a single day on average, and August is the hottest, with highs near 28°C.
What is there to see in Deià itself?
The Robert Graves House Museum and the Castell del Moro are both under half a mile from the centre. The Miramar monastery and the Mirador de Son Gallard viewpoint are each under two miles along the coast.
Is Deià good for a family holiday?
It can be. Cala Deià and Es Canyaret are both family-friendly beaches, and the Robert Graves House Museum is suitable for families too. The village is small and quiet, with around 656 residents, so it suits families seeking a calm stay.
Can I visit Valldemossa or Sóller from Deià?
Easily. Valldemossa is about 3 miles away, and Sóller and Port de Sóller are each around 4 miles. Fornalutx, about 6 miles away, makes another short outing from the village.