Mallorca’s top hotels reopen

Belmond La Residencia, Deía

The Balearic island of Mallorca has had one of the lowest rates of COVID19 in Spain and in the Mediterranean. It was also chosen as the first Spanish destination to undertake a trial study to allow German tourists into the island without quarantine and put the new health protocols to the test. 

Figures from the Mallorcan Hoteliers Federation, show some 300 hotels opened from under the new protocols of hygiene and health.

Many of the premium hotels on the island, which enjoy spacious rural and seaside locations were the first to open including :

Belmond La Residencia, Deía

Located in the picturesque village of Deià, the hotel’s terraces overlook the village and the Sierra Tramuntana. Guest experiences include the hotel’s own donkey trail and a daily, private boat excursion. www.belmond.com/hotels/europe/mallorca/deia/belmond-la-residencia 

Hotels Can Simoneta, Pleta de Mar and Fontsanta Hotel & Spa 

Hotels Can Simoneta, Pleta de Mar and Fontsanta Hotel & Spa are a Mallorquin family-run trio of seaside/rural retreat hotels. www.torredecanyamel.com

Hotel Cap Rocat 

Hotel Cap Rocat is located in former 19th century fortress that has been transformed into a 30 room hotel on the south coast. It has direct access to the sea from 2 km of coastline on a protected marine reserve. www.caprocat.com 

Finca Serena, Montuiri 

Finca Serena, Montuiri is part of an historic rural estate located inland on the outskirts of the traditional village of Montuiri. The hotel is situated in 40 hectares with Mediterranean gardens, 900 olive trees, 10 hectares of vineyards and walking paths. www.fincaserenamallorca.com/en

Hotel Can Aulí Luxury Retreat, Pollensa. 

The island’s latest rural boutique hotel open for the first time at the end of July. Located close to the main square and the ancient Calvari steps, it features 21 rooms and views of the Sierra Tramuntana. www.boutiquehotelcanauli.com/en/ 

The Castillo Son Vida 

Originally a 13th-century castle, converted into a grand hotel in 1961 with a terrace overlooking the Bay of Palma and the city. The 164 room hotel is located within its own grounds as is the Sheraton Arabella Golf Hotel and has the Arabella Golf Son Vida.

The St. Regis Mardavall 

The St. Regis Mardavall resort is located beside the Puerto Portals marina. www.stregis.com/mardavall 

In Palma: The El Llorenç Parc de la Mar 

The El Llorenç Parc de la Mar is the city’s latest boutique hotel to open in the Calatrava area of Palma’s historic old town. Clients can enjoy the Mediterranean cuisine of local chef, Santi Taura in the hotel’s DINS restaurant. www.elllorenc.com/en 

Boutique Hotel Can Alomar 

Boutique Hotel Can Alomar is located on the Palma’s elegant Borne Boulevard in the centre of city. Its Tokio Lima restaurant has a large terrace overlooking the old city and Palma Cathedral. www.boutiquehotelcanalomar.com/en

Can Bordoy Grand House 

Can Bordoy Grand House & Garden is a 16th century manor house located in Palma’s old town. Lavishly restored and opened in 2018, the hotel features 24 suites and one of the largest private gardens in the city with pool. www.canbordoy.com 

Hotel Portixol 

Located beside the traditional marina of Portixol, this hotel’s swimming pool overlooks the sea. www.portixol.com Mallorca experiences Bonnie Lass Charters Bonnie Lass Charters operates a 17 metre classic 1949 motorboat out of Puerto Soller with capacity for up to 12 guests and offers private sunset charter. www.bonnielasscharters.com

Balearic Helicopters 

Balearic Helicopters flies private charters in an R44 aircraft for 3 passengers (in the same group) for a 30 minute flight over the island. www.balearic-helicopters.com Golf The majority of Mallorca’s 22 golf courses are now open. www.mallorcagolfisland.com

The Fomento del Turismo 

The Fomento del Turismo (the Mallorca Tourist Board) was founded in 1905 and is the longest established tourist board in Spain and possibly the world. It is located in the centre of Palma and remains a private, independent and non-profit making supported by members from throughout the island’s tourism sector.
Website:  www.fomentmallorca.org