The most known, arguably the most loved and the largest of the Balearic Islands, Majorca is a utopia of wooded hillsides, rugged mountains, soothing valleys, ancient villages, and one of the world’s most gorgeous coastal paradises.
Majorca is the perfect place to hop on a memorable boat trip, grab a sun lounger at a beach club, and stroll through quaint old streets as you sample delicious Mediterranean cuisine.
Blue waters, secret coves, and soft golden sands set a beautiful backdrop for the island’s myriad upmarket resorts, which range from hilltop boutiques to opulent historic mansions. From my many trips to the beautiful island over many years, here are the best cool and unusual hotels in Majorca, Spain (in no particular order)…
1. VIVA Cala Mesquida Resort & Spa – an upscale, vibrant and family-friendly resort filled with a range of fun activities as well as the wow-factor
Fabulous seascapes, a huge choice of sporting activities, and exquisite dining options characterize this lively yet relaxing oasis. Its elevated position above Cala Mesquidabeach brings the perfect coastal vantage point to the comfort of your room, and its manicured grounds are softened by a natural setting of mature trees and flowers.
Clean and simple décor, white walls, and neutral-shaded furnishings suffuse the interiors with an opulent charm, extending into the bedrooms and apartments which come with terraces or patios.
This luxury resort boasts three external pools, as well as a children’s splash pool and a heated indoor pool in the peaceful spa.
2. Bikini Island & Mountain Port de Soller – a creative, cool and Instagrammable resort perfect for fun and design-loving Millennials and Gen Zs
Set in the backdrop of the Tramuntana mountains and surrounded by olive groves, this modern-day, design-oriented resortis dressed in an upmarket bohemian style.
Rattan furniture features heavily in the guestrooms, which open out onto private terraces overlooking the hills and sea. The graceful pool area is dotted by thatched-roofed umbrellas, under which cosy loungers exude peace and tranquillity.
On-site, the laid-back bar & lounge and the casual restaurant bring a creative, arty flair to your evening dining experience, graced by colourful potted plants and beautiful designer furniture. Every communal space in the hotel is soundtracked by pleasant music from the 60s, 70s, and 80s.
3. El Llorenc Parc de la Mar – Adults Only (+16) – a vibrant and modern design hotel featuring a rooftop terrace and pool with views of Palma Bay
Hallmarked by ingenious design and understated elegance, this luxurious five-star boutique faces the sea from a quiet promenade in the historic quarter of Calatrava.
A Great Gatsby style opulence permeates the interiors, where 1920s-style retro images and classic walnut mouldings are brought to life by futuristic lighting.
A palette of warm neutral colours and lush foliage beautifully contrast the Moorish pieces, sewn together by a charming staff presence.
The rooftop terrace boasts a lavish cocktail bar which serves bistro-style snacks, and vast raffia-fringed emerald parasols and comfy sunbeds flank the beautiful infinity pool. The guestrooms are decorated in warm and restful hues of cream, buff, and dove grey, and feature bespoke fittings which add an air of individuality.
4. Hotel The Sky – Adults Only – a modern, newly renovated and sleek party hotel where guests can experience party nights hosted by top DJs
Situated in the heart of Cala Ratjada, one of Majorca’s most popular fishing villages, Hotel The Sky is a haven inspired by the beauty and bounty of the island.
This is the ideal spot to revel in the turquoise blue of the Mediterranean, venture down leafy shopping streets, and head into the surrounding mountains to get your dose of nature. The 34 exclusive rooms ooze intimacy and sophistication through sleek lines and modern décor, and some offer freestanding tubs.
The panoramic rooftop bar invites you to relax on sun loungers by the pool, and relish the quaint chill-out atmosphere along with your favourite cocktail.
5. Innside by Melia Palma Bosque – a fun, trendy and cool urban-style hotel perfect for partying Millennials and Gen Zs
Graced by a youthful spirit, Innside by Melia brings you within a few steps of the seafront promenade and the trendy district of Santa Catalina.
This is the perfect place to savour innovative signature cuisine, crafted cocktails, and vibrant DJ sessions. The hotel’s open-plan design has paved the way for many multi-purpose spaces to feature, catering to both the business and leisure traveller.
Kickstart your day with the Syndeo breakfast buffet, which focuses on healthy, fresh, and local dishes. In the evening, you can dive into a world full of Asian and Andean influences combined with typical Majorcan flair at the hotel’s restaurant, offering a diverse and constantly changing menu.
6. Las Gaviotas Suites Hotel & Spa – a tasteful, family-friendly and stylish hotel offering guests a mix of local Mediterranean and International cuisine
Adding an air of serenity and freedom to your beautiful island vacation, Las Gaviotas is set in tranquil, natural surroundings, and impresses with its elegant décor, soothing colour schemes, and modern in-room materials.
You can wake up and immediately gaze in awe over scintillating seascape panoramas, before savouring a delicious breakfast in the comfort of your room.
On-site, you can dig into an expansive buffet which combines local Mediterranean and international cuisine. All of the gastronomic offerings are faithful to the environment, without sacrificing flavours or variety. Alternatively, the Pool Bar and Lobby Bar both await with graceful terraces enlivened by live music.
7. Elba Sunset Mallorca Thalasso Spa – an elegant, spacious and quiet hotel within walking distance of the party scene at Magaluf Beach
Set in a residential area a few metres from the tourist beach of Palmanova, Elba Sunset Hotel features all the hallmarks of a modern luxury resort.
Its prime location on a majestic cliff presents guests with impressive vistas of the islet of Sa Porrasa. A large part of this avant-garde resort is dressed in elegant whites, including the four poster lounge beds, the interiors of the communal areas, and a wide assortment of the in-room décor.
This complements the cream-coloured furnishings, and the large glass walls through which azure ocean views seep in. The in-house spa utilizes natural products, and has exclusive cabins in which you can enjoy blissful treatments and rituals.
8. Hotel Zhero – one of the best lifestyle hotels in Majorca offering a chic, trendy and boutique stay
Celebrate your dream holiday at this luxury Majorca bolthole, where a stylish boutique ambiance sets the scene for a beloved couple’s and family retreat.
Set in the hills overlooking the Med, the all-white interiors form a soothing backdrop, before which the minimalist décor and contemporary furnishings stand elegantly.
Each room comes with a flat-screen plasma TV, as well as a private balcony where you can relish an open-air ambiance with a pool view.
The hotel boasts a lounge bar with a poolside terrace, offering the perfect spot for a crafted cocktail or a fresh coffee. 5 unique eateries feature here, offering you a memorable opportunity to sample a wide variety of cuisines.
9. Reverence Mare Hotel – Adults Only – a sleek, Mediterranean-style and modern hotel providing guests with a beachfront location
Situated along the iridescent southwest coast, Reverence Mare features four buildings each with their own character and facilities.
Distributed across them are modern and spacious guestrooms, which come with a balcony, a flat-screen TV, and coffee and tea-making facilities.
As a guest you can benefit from luxurious outdoor pools, exquisite dining venues, and a spa, as you kick back and let the charming staff craft your perfect getaway.
A handful of the pools are located on the roofs of the buildings, offering jaw-dropping sunrise and sunset views. The wellness area boasts indoor pools, whirlpool baths, saunas, and hydrotherapy cabins.
10. Hotel Honucai – a new, cool and unique hotel just moments away from the ocean
Hotel Honucai invites you to begin your constellation of magic moments at a luxury seafront expanse, where high-level comfort and blissful intimacy coexist in perfect harmony.
This boutique hotel offers bright and elegant guestrooms with a contemporary, Mediterranean-inspired design, draped in plush materials and an atmosphere of warmth and well-being.
Breathtaking marina views can be relished from the luxury of a glittering outdoor pool, beside which you can savour a delicious aperitif or a crafted cocktail.
The Salicornia restaurant beckons travellers to immerse in authentic cuisine in an avant-garde setting, where the spirit of tradition coalesces with the very best of island produce.
To book, check prices or availability for Hotel Honucai
11. Finca Hotel Rural Es Turó – a bright, chic and quiet hotel located in the Mallorcan countryside, ideal for cycling and hiking
This tranquil countryside gem is the perfect spot to disconnect and experience rural life. Its 250-year-old Mallorquin-style architecture, chic beach aesthetic, and boutique ambience set the tone for a vacation of discovery.
You can soak up majestic sunsets from the Jacuzzi and admire scintillating coastline views from the infinity pool, or treat yourself to a blissful wellness extravaganza in the on-site spa.
The restaurant sprawls out across a spacious terrace by the pool, and offers an expertly curated menu made naturally with the island’s freshest ingredients. The rooms are designed individually, but all follow a similar Mediterranean theme.
12. Can Sull – a stylish, charming and tranquil accommodation where guests can enjoy a sauna, outdoor massage area and a more authentic Mallorcan experience
This haven of serenityis idyllically situated in the artists’ village of Cas Concos, in Majorca’s majestic south-east corner. Originally built as a farm at the beginning of the 19th century, the hotel is often frequented by villagers who come to reminisce of its storied past.
In the modern day, the resort is graced by a lush outdoor pool girdled by soaring palms and cosy sun loungers, where you can relish a magical sunset.
The on-site wellness centre offers an outdoor massage area, as well as a Klafs premium sauna with a panoramic window and a view of the cactus garden.
To book, check prices or availability for Can Sull
13. Can Cota Boutique – Turismo de interior – a petite, beautiful and stylish accommodation where guests can admire picturesque views of Alcudia Bay
Inspired by the lifestyle of the villages of the Serra de Tramuntana, in Can Cota an emphasis is placed on the little details which are often overlooked.
Built at the end of the 19th century, the rooms are all graced by gorgeous south-facing panoramas over the island and the Bay of Alcudia.
Whilst preserving the hotel’s history, recent refurbishments have brought it into the 21st century, and have resulted in the incorporation of a swimming pool, a wine cellar, a spa, and an indoor squash court.
The 10 rooms are commodious and bright, with most of them opening up onto an outside terrace and shared areas which include lounges, gardens, and a large dining room.
14. Hotel Finca Ca N’ai – Adults Only – a rustic, traditional and charming boutique accommodation surrounded by breathtaking palm trees, olive groves and Mediterranean plants
This gorgeous hotelbrings to life the dream of a Mediterranean rural life, set on an ancient farm established in 1723. Palm trees, lemon trees, orange trees, and olive groves surround the property, with views extending over the fields and up to the mountains of Tramuntana.
Here, comfort is harmonized blissfully with the essence of nature and tradition, a coalescence that can be felt immediately upon entry to the hotel’s beautiful Majorcan courtyard.
Every detail of the property, from the façade to the reception to the guestrooms were designed with a keen eye on highlighting the nature that nourishes the estate. I loved the standout feature, the palm-fringed swimming pool, which is dotted by Balinese beds, evoking total serenity.
15. Kimpton – Aysla Mallorca, an IHG Hotel – a trendy, contemporary and hip boutique resort perfect for a relaxing and rejuvenating vacation
Here we have a modern sanctuary of well-being, nestled among lush native gardens filled with sunlight. Contemporary living blends seamlessly with touches of tradition in a place where exploration meets relaxation.
You can begin your day with a delicious buffet breakfast or an inspiring morning workout, and end it with a balmy evening sunset on the terrace with fine organic wine and great food.
The hotel’s elegant interiors are sparked by a quaint boutique design, which extends into the Mediterranean-style guestrooms, some of which feature a private garden. Here, quirky décor and vibrant wall hangings radiate a boho-chic atmosphere.
16. Reverence Life Hotel – Adults Only – a newly renovated, spacious and bright hotel surrounded by several local attractions
This white-washed haven of luxury sits right on the Santa Ponsa seafront, and its modern, minimalist décor is arranged beautifully to exude a blissful Mediterranean feel.
Here, not only are you connected to the pulsating city of Palma by an efficient public transport system, but you are also surrounded by a plethora of entertainment options, cultural attractions, and eclectic restaurants.
The on-site wellness area welcomes any guest who wants to revitalize mind, body, and soul, while the gourmet snack bars and buffet restaurants offer you a true journey of the senses. Each guestroom is equipped with the latest mod cons, as well as cosy seating areas and plush box-spring beds.
17. Convent de la Missio – a unique, urban and upscale boutique hotel steps away from an array of restaurants and bars
Originally a monastery for 18th-century missionaries, Convent de la Missio sits on a tranquil street in the heart of historic Palma.
Its airy white lobby and vaulted Art Bar exude an atmosphere of calm and contemporary, and large original artwork contributes to a somewhat eye-catching aesthetic.
A wing of luxurious guestrooms has been added to the third floor, inviting you through original monastery doors into a sanctuary of peace.
In each unit, natural wood flooring, taupe-hued carpeting, and tasteful art complement the minimalist décor, and the complimentary truffles are a nice touch. The acclaimed Marc Fosh restaurant offers Mediterranean dishes with a contemporary twist, and the atmospheric Art Bar is an idyllic spot for cocktails.
18. Cal Reiet Holistic Retreat – a holistic lifestyle boutique retreat on the island where guests can enjoy a relaxing, peaceful and lavish stay with yoga too
The homely atmosphere is set through calming, neutral interiors, stone floors, and delicate artwork, while a relaxing salon with grand piano exudes opulence.
The extensive rear gardens boast a large pool, girdled by cream sun loungers and parasols. A standout room is the Luxury Romance Room, which boasts a mahogany desk and sofa, as well as a freestanding bath, Aromatherapy Associates amenities, and plush bathrobes.
The hotel also plays host to a relaxing al fresco kitchen and candle-lit dining terrace, where imaginative and seasonal dishes are served alongside top-of-the-range Majorcan wines.
19. Ynaira Hotel & Spa – a beautiful, elegant and contemporary hotel located in the heart of the island
Within this beautiful and traditional Majorcan house, a contemporary design has harmonized with the historical idiosyncrasies, forming a truly unique and original character.
Ynaira Hotel is the perfect basecamp for exploring the entire island without sacrificing on the peace, tranquillity, and laidback atmosphere of a secluded getaway.
A keen eye on elegance and comfort has seen the guestrooms decorated in gorgeous neutral colours, setting an intimate backdrop for the plush, high-quality furnishings.
A true pampering experience is offered in the on-site spa, which is equipped with a heated pool, a jacuzzi, a hammam, a sauna, and a massage cabin.
From your private sanctuary, you can relish either mountain or town views, and sleep amid quirky décor that blends hip modernity with historic glamour.
Throughout the property, you can admire works by local artists, which bring a refreshing soul to the interiors. Breakfast here is a sacred moment, set in a quaint bucolic-style room and featuring a comprehensive selection of local products.
Also at your disposal is the seasonal outdoor pool, which makes for the perfect photo shoot, owing to its jaw-dropping backdrop of beautiful mountain terrain.
To book, check prices or availability for Can Na Panxa
My first true adventure began as a six month voyage around South East Asia as a fresh faced backpacker and ever since I’ve lived a semi nomadic existence, clocking up visits to over 40 countries. I’m a lover of US Road Trips, deserted beaches bathed in warm glow of a sunset, Cuban mojitos, travel destinations far away from the tourist crowds and all things Scandinavian – from cloudberry liquors to Nordic noirs. When not wandering the world and running Global Grasshopper, you’ll find me walking my rescued Greek street dog in leafy South West London, strolling around the Brighton Lanes on random day trips, hunting for photogenic landscapes or daydreaming about my favourite places; Havana, Copenhagen, Italy, Laos, California and the surreally beautiful landscapes of a wintry Iceland.
