New Mallorca hotels are opening on the largest island in the Balearic Islands. The Balearic Islands are one of the most popular destinations for tourists visiting Spain.
Spain has welcomed 30.2 million international tourists in the first half of 2022.
Majorca has always been known for its glorious beaches and weather, but the island has so much more to offer. In winter, Mallorca; with daytime temperatures of between 12 and 17 degrees, the year-round open golf courses are a very pleasant spot to tee off in front of a dream backdrop.
Here are the newest hotels that opened in Mallorca, Spain.
Son Bunyola Hotel and Villas
Opening: June 2023
Sir Richard Branson’s latest venture, Son Bunyola Hotel and Villas, is a 16th-century finca that boasts a sprawling 1300-acre estate, featuring almond and olive groves, vineyards, citrus fruit trees, and three miles of pristine Mediterranean coastline. The hotel, more than two decades in the making, is a testament to Branson’s determination to share this extraordinary location with the world.
Son Bunyola Hotel offers 26 impeccably designed rooms and suites, showcasing the renowned charm of Mallorca through the expert styling of local interior designer Rialto Living. The main finca and the Tafona, which previously housed the historic olive press, have been elegantly restored by local architect Gras, while additional annex buildings complement the estate’s allure. The hotel features two restaurants—a Mediterranean restaurant, a tapas restaurant—and multiple outdoor dining terraces.
ZEL Mallorca
Opening: July 2023
ZEL Hotel, a collaborative venture between tennis icon Rafael Nadal and Meliá Hotels International, has officially opened its doors in Nadal’s homeland of Mallorca, Spain. Positioned near the pristine Palma Nova Beach, the hotel embodies the Mediterranean lifestyle, promoting relaxation and leisure with its ‘fiesta and siesta’ ethos. Guests can immerse themselves in a tranquil environment accentuated by nature-inspired decor while enjoying a plethora of activities, including concerts, fitness programs, and island excursions handpicked by Nadal himself. The facility boasts two swimming pools, a spa complete with jacuzzis, a steam room, a sauna, state-of-the-art workout facilities, and Beso Beach Mallorca, a beach-club-style restaurant offering a selection of Mediterranean and Basque seafood delicacies.
This 165-room property, nestled between the super-yacht hub of Andratx and the capital, Palma, radiates a retro-Mediterranean charm with neutral tones, rope curtains, and ikat patterns, a nod to the local culture. Despite its array of amenities including a sprawling golden beach, multiple dining options, and an extensive gym, ZEL intriguingly does not feature a tennis court, possibly indicating Nadal’s transition towards a new phase of his career. However, Nadal’s influence is palpable, with a curated list of island attractions based on his personal experiences, inviting guests to explore Mallorca through his eyes.
Pure Salt Port de Sóller
Opening: April 2022
Located in the picturesque coastal town of Sóller and overlooking the bay, the 90 room 4* star boutique hotel Pure Salt Port Sóller offers its guests a unique experience in a prime environment, replete with nature and unique landscapes, on the northwest coast of Majorca.
It will feature 90 rooms, a spa, pool, and restaurant, and will be an adult-only hotel (14 years and upwards).
El Vicenç de la Mar
Opening: June 2022
El Vicenç de la Mar is a luxurious retreat on one of Mallorca’s lesser populated coasts.
Located in Cala Molins, one of four intimate coves on the northern tip of Mallorca, El Vicenç de la Mar sits on a beautiful bay on the northern coastline of the island, just 7 km from Pollença on the west side of Cap Formentor
The hotel offers multiple categories of rooms ranging from a Penthouse Suite with a large terrace and private pool, Privilege Rooms with a shared swim-up pool, Junior Suites with private outdoor hot tubs and Signature Rooms with private terraces to gaze over the dramatic coastline.
Major features at the hotel will include a breathtaking multi-tiered rooftop terrace with a swimming pool, cocktail bar and restaurant where guests can enjoy the sweeping views across Cala Sant Vicenc and the Sierra Tramuntana Mountains, which are a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Staying at El Vicenç is a perfect option for cyclists, due to its facilities and surroundings, where you can discover great excursions and routes. The hotel has a Bike Center with capacity for up to 30 bicycles, protected with a state-of-the-art security system, where you can leave your bike.
Hilton Mallorca Galatzo
Opening: July 2022
Hilton Mallorca Galatzo is set on the coast of the stunning Spanish island of Mallorca with panoramic vistas of the Mediterranean Sea and eye-catching Galatzo mountain.
Just 20 minutes from the airport, Hilton Mallorca Galatzo blends traditional Mallorcan architecture and contemporary design. Beaches, hiking trails, and scenic spots are less than two kilometers away from our hotel. Within 20 minutes you can reach Andratx Golf Club, Golf Santa Ponça, and the Port of Andratx.
The hotel has four diverse bars and restaurants and extensive leisure facilities which make it a destination in its own right. With a fusion of island architecture and contemporary design, each of the 208 rooms feature private balconies to take in the fresh sea air and embrace the Balearic climate.
Kimpton Aysla Mallorca
Opening: End of August 2022
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants’ first resort hotel in Europe will officially open in Mallorca. Situated in the town of Santa Ponsa (in Calviá, only 14 km from Palma de Mallorca and 20 minutes from its airport) Kimpton Aysla Mallorca will be open year-round, emulating a sanctuary of luxury and wellness and representing an important step in the European expansion of Kimpton.
It is a short distance from some of the island’s most prestigious leisure clubs, like the Mallorca Country Club, a regular practice ground for some of the world’s top tennis players, and Golf Santa Ponsa, a large golf complex with two 18-hole PGA European tour courses, a 9-hole course, and a driving range.
Kimpton Aysla Mallorca has 79-rooms, distributed around exuberant central Majorcan-style patios.
For those looking to indulge their active side, the hotel will have an extensive program of fitness and wellness activities such as road cycling, morning workouts, guided meditation, and yoga lessons.
Kimpton Aysla Mallorca will be home to two restaurants and two bars, set in warm and welcoming spaces, and will be the gathering places loved by locals and hotel guests alike: ZAYT Pool Kitchen & Garden Deli and SABA Restaurant, Bodega & Bar.
