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Faster action against illegal holiday rentals – is the island council's new tool enough?

Mallorca Neighborhoods Feeling the Pressure of Holiday Rentals

Parts of Palma, including La Lonja, Son Espanyolet and Portixol, are often affected by holiday rental pressure.

Published: April 22, 2026
Faster action against illegal holiday rentals – is the island council's new tool enough?

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Which Mallorca neighborhoods are most affected by holiday rental pressure?

In Palma, areas such as La Lonja, Son Espanyolet and Portixol are often mentioned in the debate about holiday rental pressure. Residents there say short-term rentals can change the rhythm of daily life, increase noise and reduce the sense of a normal residential neighborhood. The concern is not only tourism, but how housing use affects community life.

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