Castillo Hotel Son Vida

Imagine a 13th-century castle-turned-hotel where you can savour discreet and sophisticated luxury on a secluded hilltop overlooking Palma. This former centre of Mallorca's nobility turned into a luxury hotel in 1961 and was the site of the island's first golf course, Golf Son Vida. Surrounded by lush sub-tropical gardens, it shut down for massive renovations in 2005, reopening in early 2006. It offers magnificent views over the city and the bay of Palma de Mallorca. Here, you can find bliss by exploring the extensive grounds, relaxing by the indoor or outdoor swimming pool, and pampering yourself in the Beauty Spa.

Special attention has been paid to ensure that every guest room and suite, offers an authentic and historic glimpse of this treasured castle’s past, while still presenting the most modern of amenities. The property's exceptional dining spots blend gourmet cuisine with regional flavours, complemented by wines from the one of the finest wine cellars of the world. Restaurant Es Castell features Mediterranean cuisine and a glass façade which affords an impressive view over Palma de Mallorca and the sea. Restaurant Es Vi has international cuisine in an elegant, bodega-style setting and ceiling-high glass doors which reveal 800 wines from the best appellations. Finally, a magnificent outdoor terrace overlooking the bay of Palma awaits at Bar Armas; whisky experts and cigar lovers meet in the Cigar Lounge George Sand.

Castillo Hotel Son Vida is located in the exclusive neighbourghood, Son Vida, very close to the estate's three 18-hole championship golf courses, Son Vida, Son Muntaner and Son Quint. The historic centre of Palma is just 4 kilometres (2 miles) from the hotel, while other places of interest are also within a short drive.