Luxury establishment with a grand, historical atmosphere with old, original oil paintings and interesting decor. Set in superb grounds amongst pine trees in the outer city district of Son Vida. Property has its own golf courses and shares facilities with other nearby luxury sister properties. Fine dining restaurants and bars have delightful terraces with great island views.

Has some good facilities for children, so it would appeal to families and those keen on relaxing or visiting the sights of Palma as well as golfers. Visitors will not fail to be impressed by the overall quality and setting.

Car hire for exploring the island is useful, as there is little else of interest in the immediate vicinity and no beach nearby. Major renovation completed in 2006. Closest sister hotel is the Arabella Sheraton.

Exterior

Restored, 13th-century castle tower forms the centrepiece of the 1960's building which comprises two linked sections which are more modern.

Property type: Hotel

Balcony/Terrace: Most rooms

Storeys: 4 and 8

Interior

Grand central interior has an atrium with a stained glass roof and original oil paintings. Main buffet and a la carte restaurant have picture windows and super island views with a gourmet Mallorcan restaurant adjacent. Both restaurants share an outside terrace with metal chairs and tables. A wood-panelled main bar has a huge outside terrace with a water feature.

Rooms: 164

Grounds

Set in lovely, densely-vegetated landscaped grounds with pine and palm trees, overlooking the wooded countryside all around. A main pool terrace with padded loungers under canopy shades and a raised, stone bar with shaded seating. A second pool is nearby, close to a children’s mini-club, playground and children’s pool.

Location

Area Type: In the residential district of Son Vida, by the golf course of the same name. In a slightly elevated position in a pine-wooded area on a side street. The nearest town is Son Rapinya which is two miles away, where the nearest amenities can be found as there are none nearby. A free property shuttle operates to the golf course, 750 yards away. A 15-minute drive to the centre of the capital, Palma.

Nearest beach: 6 mls (Cala Mayor)

Nearest Shops: 1¼ mls

Public Transport:
outside to Bus