Majorca Squatters: Crisis in British Tourist Town
- Parts of Alcudia, a historical town in Majorca known for its stunning beaches, are facing challenges due to squatters occupying abandoned properties.
- The abandoned buildings, located on Carretera Arta Road, have become blighted by graffiti and litter.
- Efforts to resolve the squatting problem have been ongoing.A petition was launched three years ago, but the situation persists.
Squatters are occupying abandoned properties, including the derelict Es Fogueró Palace, in the popular British tourist town of Alcudia, Majorca, leading too rising concerns among residents. For nearly a decade, the former hotel adn tennis court have sat empty on Carretera Arta Road, now marked by graffiti and litter. Locals are urgently requesting action from authorities as the squatters allegedly have access to utilities. The Alcudia Town hall is currently in discussions with the property owners to resolve the crisis, as highlighted by News Directory 3, with a petition from three years ago failing to resolve the situation. The presence of these squatters impacts the area’s appeal. Discover what’s next for this crisis.
Squatters Occupy Abandoned Hotel in Alcudia, Majorca
Updated June 08, 2025
Parts of Alcudia, a historical town in Majorca known for its stunning beaches, are facing challenges due to squatters occupying abandoned properties. The affected area includes Es Fogueró Palace, a former hotel, and a neglected tennis court, both vacant for about 10 years.
The abandoned buildings, located on Carretera Arta Road, have become blighted by graffiti and litter. A bar, lottery office, and guest services once thrived there. The presence of squatters has raised concerns among residents and visitors alike, impacting the areaS appeal.
Efforts to resolve the squatting problem have been ongoing.A petition was launched three years ago, but the situation persists. Alcudia Town Hall is reportedly in talks with the hotel group that owns the properties to find a solution.
The squatters allegedly have access to utilities, leading to frequent calls to social services and the police. Loli, one of the squatters, estimates that around 20 people reside in the abandoned area.
“Upstairs, there are people who have caused problems, and the police have had to come, but most of us are normal, quiet people, workers, or sick people like me,” Loli told the Majorca Daily Bulletin.
Loli added that drug-related issues and fights frequently enough prompt calls for security and social services intervention.
what’s next
Alcudia Town Hall is expected to continue discussions with the property owners to address the squatting issue and explore potential solutions for the abandoned buildings.