Best hotels in Mallorca

Juma Historic Hotel, Mallorca

The Juma Historic Hotel is a true landmark in Pollensa, Mallorca, proudly holding the title of the island's oldest hotel. Originally opened in 1907 as the Hotel Cosmopolita, it has been a cornerstone of local life for over a century. Its current name was adopted in 1958, blending the initials of the couple, Juan Ochogavia and Maria Cerdà, who led a major renovation at the time.

“This little hotel, which opened in 1907, is on Pollença’s main square, making it a good choice for a weekend stay because of the Sunday market that takes place there. It has small but comfortably furnished rooms with traditional Mallorcan pieces and hand-embroidered linens.”

Protur Naisa Palma, Mallorca

Protur Naisa Palma is a sleek, modern urban retreat nestled in the heart of Palma de Mallorca. As a certified sustainable hotel, it balances contemporary design with eco-conscious practices, making it a thoughtful choice for travelers who want to enjoy the city while keeping their environmental footprint in check.

“Opened in 2019, the 99-room Protur Naisa Palma Hotel is on a quiet street just outside the old town with an inviting lobby lounge and restaurant, an indoor pool and spa, and a rooftop pool with sun beds and lounge chairs.”

Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Majorca.

Petit Palace Hotel Tres Palma, Mallorca

Petit Palace Hotel Tres in Palma de Mallorca offers a unique blend of history and modern minimalism. The property is cleverly composed of two distinct structures: a beautifully restored 16th-century noble manor house known as Can Mayol and a contemporary apartment block. These buildings are united by a central Mediterranean courtyard, where guests can relax beneath a towering palm tree, preserving the quiet charm of the city’s historic La Lonja district.

“Hotel Tres swings joyously between 16th-century town palace and fresh-faced Scandinavian design. Centred on a courtyard with a single palm, the rooms are cool and minimalist, with cowhide benches, anatomy-inspired prints, and nice details like rollaway desks and Durance aromatherapy cosmetics.”

Hotel Antigua Palma, Mallorca

Hotel Antigua Palma is a stunning luxury boutique hotel tucked away in the heart of Palma’s medieval Jewish Quarter. Opened in 2019, the property is a beautifully restored 17th-century "casa noble"—a former aristocratic mansion—that has been thoughtfully reimagined to blend centuries-old Mallorcan heritage with modern, minimalist comfort.

“Antigua Palma, a hotel with a Baroque courtyard and a rooftop porch, is central and just a few blocks away from the Palma de Mallorca Town Hall.”

Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Mallorca.

Nakar Hotel Palma, Mallorca

Nakar Hotel is a sleek, design-led boutique hotel located right on Avinguda de Jaume III, one of Palma’s most bustling shopping streets. The building itself has a fascinating history; originally a 1960s office structure, it was reimagined by Toni Ramis—whose family has deep roots in the island's leather industry—to honor his Mallorcan heritage.

“On a main boulevard in central Palma, the Nakar Hotel opened in 2016 with interiors that incorporate local materials, like typical Majorcan stone. In addition to 57 neutral-toned rooms, the property also has a restaurant, a spa, an indoor heated pool and a rooftop terrace with an infinity pool and views across the old town.”

Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Majorca.

Hotel Born Palma, Mallorca

Hotel Born in Palma is a hidden gem in the heart of the city’s Old Town. Housed in what was once the 16th-century palace of the Marquis of Ferrandell, the building retains much of its original grandeur. Walking through the entrance, you’ll find an impressive sweeping staircase, marble finishes, and high arched ceilings that immediately transport you to a bygone era of Mallorcan nobility.

“Romanesque arches and a giant palm tree spectacularly cover the central courtyard and reception area of this shabby-chic hotel, which occupies the former mansion of a noble Mallorcan family. Guest rooms are modest, though some have the original coffered and painted ceilings and traditional Mallorcan furnishings.”

Calatrava Mediterranean Sea House, Mallorca

Calatrava Mediterranean Sea House is a refined boutique hotel nestled in the heart of Palma’s historic centre. Housed in a beautifully restored 19th-century building, the property is uniquely aligned with the city’s ancient maritime walls, blending its deep historical roots with a light-filled, contemporary aesthetic.

“This boutique stunner sits right on the Old Town walls, with dazzling sea views in one direction, and close-ups of some of Palma’s main sights in the other. The rooms retain the building’s 19th-century allure, adding rich fabrics, contemporary art, smart TVs and minibars.”

Can Ferrereta, Mallorca

Can Ferrereta is a stunning boutique hotel located in the heart of Santanyí, a charming town in the southeast of Mallorca. The property is a beautifully restored 17th-century mansion, once the home of the affluent Bonet family. It has been transformed into a peaceful luxury retreat while painstakingly preserving its historic roots, such as original stone arches, wooden beams, and traditional vaults.

“This tranquil boutique hotel in the heart of the small town of Santanyí offers an exquisitely unexpected splash of luxury in a low-key rural destination.”

Cap Rocat, Mallorca

Cap Rocat is an extraordinary boutique hotel carved directly into a former 19th-century military fortress overlooking the Bay of Palma. Architect Antonio Obrador spent a decade transforming this historic site, ingeniously blending the structures into the sandstone cliffs so they remain almost invisible from the sea. The design perfectly preserves the “bones” of the fortress, even incorporating playful details like bullets used as door handles and gun carriages repurposed as coffee tables.

“What was once a 19th-century military fortress on the southern flank of the Bay of Palma has been converted into one of Mallorca’s—and arguably Europe’s—most distinctive hotels. On a rocky outcrop some 25 minutes from Palma, in a protected nature reserve, the sprawling complex of redoubts, ramps, and stone-walled vaulted armories covers some 70 acres; guests can get from one part to another in electric carts.”

Palma Riad, Mallorca

Palma Riad is a luxurious, adults-only boutique hotel that brings a slice of North African exoticism to the historic centre of Palma de Mallorca. Opened in 2021, the property is housed in an ancient building on a quiet, noble street in the Old Town. Its design concept is inspired by traditional Moroccan riads, reimagining the "secret garden" aesthetic to create a private, intimate refuge that serves as a bridge between Mallorcan and Moroccan cultures.

“Palma’s especially well stocked when it comes to boutique boltholes, but not many have a vibe quite as sultry or exotic as this. In a restored 18th-century townhouse off the evocative Carrer De Sant Jaume near the heart of town, there’s a real purity of vision to this adults-only hotel.”

Finca Serena Hotel, Mallorca

Finca Serena Hotel is a luxurious, five-star, adults-only sanctuary tucked away in Mallorca’s agricultural heartland, Pla de Mallorca. Opened in 2019, this tranquil estate sprawls across 40 hectares of pristine countryside, covered in lavender fields, lemon orchards, ancient olive groves, and flourishing vineyards.

“This is the sort of place where people set off, novel in hand, to wander through the orchards looking for a shady patch to read or cover their faces with a hat for a snooze, all before heading back for a local gin cocktail under the poolside pergola. Everything about the surroundings is authentic.”

Belmond La Residencia, Mallorca

Belmond La Residencia in the mountain village of Deià is a masterclass in Mediterranean elegance. Built from two restored 16th and 17th-century manor houses, the property feels less like a hotel and more like a private, sun-drenched estate. It famously gained international prominence after Sir Richard Branson purchased it in 1987, transforming it into a legendary escape that has hosted everyone from royalty to rock stars.

“‘The Res’ to its habitués, this is where the rich, famous or merely cashed up rub shoulders. A short stroll from the village centre, these former 16th- and 17th-century manor houses set in 12 hectares of manicured lawns and gardens offer every conceivable luxury – uniquely designed rooms, tennis courts, spa, two outdoor pools, a sculpture garden and three excellent restaurants.”

Grand Hotel Son Net, Mallorca

Grand Hotel Son Net is a stunning 17th-century manor house tucked away in the foothills of Mallorca’s Serra de Tramuntana mountains. Originally built in 1672 by the knight Don Francisco de Net, the estate served as a private aristocratic residence for over three centuries. Today, this boutique retreat masterfully preserves its historic soul, including an original internal courtyard, a private chapel, and an ancient spring-fed well.

“This restored family estate is more than a step up for the Mallorcan hotel scene. It’s also a remarkable showcase of heirlooms and antiques from around the world, which – unusually for a new opening – already has the feel of a classic.”