21 best hotels in Mallorca to visit in 2026
Mallorca is, without doubt, the chicest of the Balearics. While Ibiza is known for its dual passion for partying and wellness, Menorca is best for families, and Formentera is the undiscovered gem. Majorca? The epitome of Balearic sophistication, which has welcomed the likes of the Spanish royals, the A-list elite, and generations of artists, writers and poets for decades.
In recent years, Mallorca has continued to attract a glamorous international crowd, with high-profile visitors dropping anchor off its coves and A-listers favouring its private fincas and yacht-lined harbours (think Kendall, Kylie and Kate).
As such, Mallorca has gained a reputation for luxury hotels, a buzzy restaurant scene (it’s home to 12 Michelin stars) and fabulous shopping. Along with delicious tapas and fine Spanish wines, Mallorca has incredible natural landscapes, such as the UNESCO World Heritage Serra da Tramuntana, Mondragó Natural Park and the Albufera Natural Park. Elsewhere, white sand beaches like Cala Deià, Pollensa and Cala Vasques draw in both local and tourist crowds.
If, as it should be, Mallorca is on your list of potential holiday destinations for 2026, our guide to the chicest places to stay should come in handy.
How we chose the best hotels in Mallorca:
When deciding which star hotels would make the cut, we had a lot of criteria. Of course, first and foremost was access to a beach or swimming pool – because, duh, it's Mallorca, you need to catch some rays and cool off too. Other things we considered were facilities like spas and particularly great restaurants – after all, there are so many amazing places to eat here, you should be ticking some off. We also included some options in Mallorca's lesser-known areas, such as the island's often-overlooked rural centre – as well as it's grand dame hotels.
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For our travel writers' full edit of the best hotels in Mallorca, from boutique hotels to luxury hotels, keep scrolling…
Son Xotano
Son Xotano is a just-opened luxury hotel set on a beautifully restored 13th-century estate in Mallora's often overlooked rural centre. In-the-know guests come here for a slower, more restorative pace, with far fewer tourists than the Balearic's buzzy resort towns. There's just 22 rooms and suites here, with bright, cosy interiors, complete with vaulted ceilings and arched windows – ask for a suite with a sun-dappled terrace, overlooking the surrounding cypress trees and olive groves.
At Son Xotano Restaurant, you'll find Mediterranean cuisine sourced as locally as possible – think fresh, buttery octopus with garlic emulsion and crispy polenta – with a brilliant breakfast spread to boot. The hotel doesn't rely on a traditional resort-style spa, but instead wellness offerings are more understated – massages on request from local therapists, private yoga sessions, and hikes through the surrounding countryside.
Price per night: from £300.
Address: Carretera Sencelles, S/N, Parcela 17, 07140 Sencelles, Mallorca
Star rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Aethos Hotel
The Aethos hotel group are renowned for their boutique, highly personalised service, and their brand new Mallorca outpost is no different. Opening its doors in June 2025 in Peguera, on the island's southwest coast, Aethos Mallorca offers 61 rooms and suites, many with postcard-pretty views over the glittering Mediterranean sea.
Facilities include an infinity outdoor pool, indoor pool, spa with hammam and sauna, fitness centre, and direct beach access. Dining centres on Onda, serving seasonal Mediterranean cuisine, alongside a relaxed pool club and rooftop bar ideal for sunset drinks.
Price per night: from £220.
Address: Carrer Mareselva 2, 07160 Peguera, Calvia, Mallorca, Spain
Star rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Finca Banyols
Brand new for 2026 and set to open on March 10th, Vignette Collection's Finca Banyols is tucked into the postcard-perfect hills of Alaró and has been masterfully restored from an ancient olive oil mill into a five-star hotel – while preserving its centuries-old soul. A far cry from the bustling streets of Palma, Finca Banyols is a secluded escape in the UNESCO-protected Tramuntana mountains, with 32 traditionally Mallorcan rooms. There's three restaurants to choose from, plus a magnificent outdoor pool and a wellness centre complete with an indoor treatment room (where bespoke therapies utilise the estate's own organic olive oil and honey) open-air spa cabanas and a heated pool.
Price per night: from £340.
Address: Camí de Banyols s/n, 07340, Alaró, Palma de Mallorca
Star rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
NandoestevaEs Príncep
It’s not often you get to stay inside Palma’s ancient city walls — quite literally within the stone ramparts — but that’s exactly what Es Príncep offers. Built into the Baluard del Príncep, one of the city’s last surviving bastions, it blends centuries of history with clean-lined modernity. Floor-to-ceiling windows, sleek interiors, and thoughtful touches (half bottles of champagne and jelly babies in the minibar; Nespresso at your bedside) sit comfortably within the bones of a 16th-century fortification.
Restored by a local Mallorcan family with architect Elías Torres this Leading Hotels of the World property feels both rooted and quietly luxurious. Its rooftop is a private lookout, with a jewel-like infinity pool, linen-covered tables for grilled octopus and patatas bravas, and panoramic views across Palma’s terracotta rooftops to the bay.
A discreet hideaway for those who want to feel immersed in the old town — but still retreat with a cocktail when the bells start ringing.
Price per night: £220
Address: Carrer de Bala Roja, 1, Centre, 07001 Palma
Star rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Can Alomar
This beautifully restored, art-filled former palazzo is the ideal base for exploring all that Palma has to offer. Discreet – you’d be forgiven for walking past the front door – it’s got just 16 rooms, making it one of the smaller five-star hotels in the city. While there is a rooftop pool, this hotel is best suited for those who want to spend their day mooching around the nearby shops or visiting the city’s incredible museums and art galleries. Make sure to book a table for dinner at the hotel’s in-house Japanese-Peruvian fusion restaurant, De Tokio a Lima, as it is extremely popular with both hotel guests, tourists and locals alike – not least for its impeccable views of Paseo del Borne.
Price per night: from £250
Address: Carrer de Sant Feliu, 1, Centre, 07012 Palma, Illes Balears, Spain
Star rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Ikos Porto Petro
If you’re looking for a family-friendly hotel where the all-inclusive is distinctly on the boujee side, then you’ve come to the right place. Ikos hotels are known for being at the high end of luxury all-inclusives, with everything from Michelin-star food to Champagne on tap (or cava, this is Spain after all), yet they somehow marry this with being supremely welcoming of children, with endless activities and facilities targeting them. Located near the Mondrago National Park on the south east coast of the island, the resort boasts five swimming pools, five restaurants, a kids club and creche, three tennis courts, a gym, a spa and beach access. The best thing? No one will give you a second glance if your toddler has a tantrum by the pool or makes a mess at dinner.
Price per night: from £560
Address: Carrer d'es Far, 16, 07691 Portopetro, Illes Balears, Spain
Star rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
L’Avenida
With its pretty market square, vintage tram, and multitude of shops, restaurants and bars, it’s easy to see why Soller has become such a popular option for couples travelling to Mallorca sans kids. Located on a flagstone street just a few steps from all the action is L’Avenida, a turn-of-the-century townhouse that’s been lovingly transformed into a boutique hotel, with just 16 rooms and suites. With a petite swimming pool, spa treatments available in your room and endless excursions organised by the concierge, there’s plenty to keep you busy, not to mention the beach is a 10-minute stroll away. Great news for foodies too, as the lack of hotel restaurant means you can explore all the gastronomical delights Soller has to offer.
Price per night: from £135
Address: Avinguda de la Gran Via, 9, 07100 Soller, Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain
Star rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Hotel Valldemossa
Tucked high above the sleepy, pine-scented village of picture-perfect Valldemossa and with just 12 rooms, Hotel Valldemossa is an embodiment of Mallorca’s rural charm. Formerly part of the ancient Carthusian monastery, the serene hideaway is the brainchild of IT Mallorca group that’s been reimagined as a slick yet serene adults-only retreat nestled in the lush Tramuntana mountains.
At the core of the hotel’s philosophy is healing. Enter: the Sanctuary spa, a cave-like haven carved into the hillside, complete with a private pool, sauna, and a treatment menu ranging from lymphatic drainage and sound therapy to acupuncture. Morning yoga takes place on the open-air deck, surrounded by citrus trees and rosemary hedges, whilst hikes begin right from the hotel’s gate, winding through ancient terraces and wildflower paths. There’s an outdoor gym with vistas of the quiet mountains and hammocks nestled into the orange groves.
Restaurant De Tokio a Lima takes its name – and culinary spirit –from three corners of the globe: the minimalist elegance of Japan, the bold vibrancy of Peru, and the soulful ingredients of the Mediterranean. Think: fresh sashimi with citrusy fire, grilled local vegetables elevated with miso and spice, and a delectable red shrimp with cuttlefish and creamy rice.
Price per night: from £400
Address: Vieja de Valldemossa, 07170 Valldemossa, Mallorca
Star rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Can Aulí
Nothing beats checking into Can Aulí, tired and weary after a flight. There is something instantly soothing about this place, housed in a former 17th-century mansion, with its sand-coloured stone walls, warm lighting and serene near-silence. Cloud-like beds and neutral decor with wooden beams continue the sense of calm in the rooms, with premium rooms offering postcard-pretty views of the old town's fairytale streets and stone houses. Breakfast is the jewel in Can Aulí's culinary crown, where a delicious buffet consists of everything from fresh fruits and vegetables, salads and cold cuts to just-baked pastries and homemade breads and cakes (á la carte is available if creamy scrambled eggs and flavour-packed beetroot and avocado toast are more your vibe). Location-wise, you couldn't be more central, with attractions such as Pollença Market and the Calvari Steps less than a 10-minute walk away.
Price per night: from £240
Address: Carrer de Mallorca, 40, 07460 Pollença, Illes Balears, Spain
Star rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Kimpton Aysla Mallorca
Kimpton Aysla Mallorca is located 14km from Palma in Santa Posa, a lively resort in the south-west of the island, making it ideally situated for those who want to experience both beach and city break in one. Design-led, it boasts 79 art-filled rooms, plus three swimming pools (including the largest indoor pool in Mallorca) and an Asian fusion restaurant. It’s also only 10 minutes away from Santa Ponsa Beach and Puerto Portals, if you want an afternoon on the beach or a night on the tiles. Families are welcome, with a children’s pool zone and cots available on request. New for 2025 is the Zayt Pool Cub, complete with Balinese beds and a great poolside menu, while the Saba Bar and Bodega fuses Asian techniques and Mediterranean flavours.
Address: Avinguda del Golf, 37, 07180 Santa Ponsa, Balearic Islands, Spain.
Price per night: from £250
Star rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Es Racó d'Artà
Those looking for a wellness centre should check into this peaceful bolthole in the north-east of the island. The passion project of an architect and a designer, its eight bedrooms exude minimalist luxury, while its two casas and 21 casitas have the added bonus of a private pool (plus more privacy, thanks to the lush surrounding forest). Guests can indulge in meditation, breathwork and yoga, plus wholesome workshops in things like beekeeping, perfume making and art therapy, and there’s a spa complete with sauna, steam room and watsu dome – not to mention an infinity pool. Unsurprisingly, the food is just as nourishing, with restaurant Beni Axir serving an organic menu devised by local boy Rafael Nadal’s nutritionist, Gemma Bes, using ingredients grown on site.
Address: Camí des Racó. Ctra. de Cala Mitjana Km1.5, Balearic Islands, Spain.
Price per night: from £365
Star rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
La Residencia, A Belmond Hotel
Dubbed ‘La Res’ by those in the know, La Residencia was a favourite of Diana, Princess of Wales, and is one of the most luxurious places to stay on the island. Located in Deià, the trendy village loved by Kate Moss et al, the sprawling hotel is part of the prestigious Belmond Group, with everything that entails: namely multiple pools, gastronomic delights and beautifully decorated suites, including one designed by Matthew Williamson. Surrounded by olive and citrus groves and just a short drive from Cala Deià beach and C’as Patro March restaurant, it’s easy to see why the fashion crowd love it here. El Olivio, the hotel’s fine dining option under the stars, is impossibly romantic – we saw two proposals taking place during a four-night stay.
Price per night: from £550
Address: Carrer son Canals, 07179 Deià, Illes Balears, Spain.
Star rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Save when you book with these Expedia discount codes.
Four Seasons Formentor
The Four Seasons arrived in Mallorca in August 2024 – taking over the former Hotel Formentor, built in 1929 – with the help of a €25 million facelift. Thanks to its beautiful mountainside local on the coast, there are ample opportunities to connect with nature, whether that’s hiking or biking in the shade of the towering pines, or snorkelling, kayaking or swimming in the sea. The beach itself is a slice of heaven, with turquoise waters and golden sands, perfect for a fly and flop holiday if you ask us. You’ll also be spoilt for choice when it comes to food, with seven (count them!) different restaurants.
Price per night: from £900
Address: Carrer de Formentor, Formentor, 07470, Mallorca.
Star rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Palacio Can Marques
Opened to much fanfare in 2019, Palacio Can Marques is a slice of Parisian glamour in the heart of Palma. Located in the trendy La Lonja district, its unassuming entrance hides its cavernous interiors, with 13 grand suites to choose from and an impressive light-filled atrium and central staircase running to the rooftop bar. There’s a Champagne bar ready to welcome you at check-in – featuring the largest collection of Lanson in Spain – as well as a shaded courtyard restaurant serving local delicacies for breakfast and offering fine dining in the evening (the blueberry risotto stays with us to this day). Perfect for couples, we recommend the Rose or Romance rooms – the latter has a sofa by the bathtub, for an intimate tête-à-tête.
Price per night: from £240
Address: Carrer dels Apuntadors, 15, Centre, 07012 Palma, Mallorca.
Star rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Son Bunyola
Located amongst 1,300 acres of UNESCO-listed land, Sir Richard Branson’s contribution to Mallorca’s hotel scene is as glamorous as you would expect. Once a 16th-century finca, it has been lovingly and respectfully converted, with many original features, such as angels carved on the ceiling of the chapel-turned-restaurant, left intact. It’s the ideal place for groups of friends or family, with three, four and five-bedroom self-catering villas each with a private pool, but they’d be foolish not to secure a table at the brand new Sa Tafona restaurant, which offers seafood tapas dreamed up by a Michelin-starred chef.
Price per night: from £430
Address: Ctra. C, 710, 83km, 07191 Banyalbufar, Mallorca.
Star rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
El Llorenç Parc de la Mar
Situated in the oldest neighbourhood in Palma, La Calatrava, El Llorenç Parc de la Mar effortlessly marries the old with the new, paying homage to the building’s medieval past while bringing its interiors into the 21st century. Case in point: its buzzy rooftop infinity pool – the longest in the city – where a well-heeled crowd of creatives spend the day dozing on the Balinese sunbeds or admiring the 360-degree views of the Old Town and Palma Bay. Locals and tourists alike fight for a spot at the 12-seater chef’s table at the Michelin-starred DINS Santi Taura restaurant, which serves a Balearic tasting menu from its open kitchen. Suffice to say, this spot of heaven is adults-only.
Price per night: from £200
Address: Plaça de Llorenç Villalonga, 4, 07001 Palma, Illes Balears, Spain.
Star rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Can Bordoy Grand House & Garden
Tucked away in the heart of Palma’s idyllic Old Town, Bordoy Grand House & Garden is a veritable oasis from the hustle and bustle of the cobblestoned centre, and is ideal for those who want total relaxation within walking distance of restaurants, shops and galleries. Originally a 16th-century mansion, many of the original features have been maintained or recreated, and the 24 rooms are positively cavernous, with a mixture of antique furniture and non-intrusive mod-cons. The hotel’s menu of local cuisine is available to be eaten in three spots – on a terrace in the garden, in the library, or in the Jumanji room, lined with creepers. The heavenly walled garden is also home to a heated pool and Jacuzzi, but the pièce de la résistance is the outdoor treatment area, where your muscles can be pummelled into submission amongst the flora and fauna, with nature as the soundtrack.
Price per night: from £270
Address: Carrer del Forn de la Glòria, 14, 07012 Palma, Illes Balears, Spain.
Star rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Arturo + LaurenCan Ferrereta
One of the hottest new additions to Mallorca’s hotel luxury scene, having opened in April 2021, Can Ferrereta has swiftly become a favourite with the jet-set. Located in the lesser-known south-east of the island, in the historic centre of Santanyí, it occupies a 17th-century mansion in a gorgeous pastoral setting. What it lacks in sea views, it makes up for in lush bougainvillaea-filled gardens, with a 25-metre saltwater pool to cool off in. It’s not all bucolic loveliness,s though – there’s also a rather impressive art collection, featuring the likes of Joan Miró, Miguel Planas and Bárbara Vidal. There are two restaurants – La Fresca, for casual poolside dining during the day, and Ocre, where diners can enjoy tasty local dishes in the atmospheric former wine cellar.
Price per night: from £270
Address: Carrer de Can Ferrereta, 12, 07650 Santanyí, Illes Balears, Spain.
Star rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Arturo + LaurenSant Francesc Hotel
The rooftop pool at Sant Francesc Hotel is the place to see and be seen in Palma, giving off a sort of Shoreditch House with sunshine vibe. The hotel itself is just as trendy, full of modern art and cool interiors, transforming the mid-19th-century building into a haven of contemporary design. Each of the 42 rooms and suites has all the basic necessities like free wi-fi, king-sized beds and a smart yet welcoming décor, but what really sets it apart is the quality of service on offer, led by the reception’s friendly and knowledgeable Miguel Feliz, who will probably know your name by heart.
Price per night: from £280
Address: Plaça de Sant Francesc, 5, 07001 Palma, Illes Balears, Spain.
Star rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Save when you book Mallorca hotels with these booking.com discount codes.
Cap Rocat
Few hotels have as dramatic a location as Cap Rocat, a former military fortress that practically clings to the cliffside overlooking Palma Bay. While the exterior makes the most of its majestic Moorish architecture, with an infinity pool carved into the former ramparts, the interiors are minimalist and modern, exuding a sense of zen. This feeling continues in the world-class spa, which is found deep underground in the most sheltered part of the fortress, where you can enjoy a range of spoiling treatments including various hammam experiences. To cap this feeling of total luxury, there’s a private beach plus a yacht for exclusive guest use.
Price per night: from £750
Address: Ctra. d'enderrocat, s/n, 07609 Cala Blava-Llucmajor, Balearic Islands, Spain.
Star rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Hotel Son Net
Once the palacio home of the Net family, Hotel Son Net has changed hands in recent years, undergoing an ambitious 2.5-year renovation by the owners of Finca Cortesian in Marbella. The end result was unveiled in May 2023, showcasing opulent, unique bedrooms (each of the 31 has its own design, including the six poolside cottages), multiple pools, shaded private cabanas, tended lawns and flowerbeds. The restaurant, Mar & Duix, retained its original chef, who focuses on local cuisine with ingredients sourced from the ecological vegetable garden, while the private vineyard produces the house wine. Barely a 30-minute drive from Palma, it feels a world away from city life.
Price per night: from £600
Address: Castillo Son Net, s/n, 07194 Puigpunyent, Illes Balears, Spain.
Star rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Which part of Mallorca is best to stay in?
Palma de Mallorca is the island’s capital city and cultural heart. Its beautiful Old Town (one of the best preserved Gothic centres in Europe) is home to many historic landmarks (such as Bellver Castle), museums and galleries (don’t miss the Fundació Miró Mallorca, dedicated to the famous artist), as well as Michelin-star restaurants (Zaranda is one of the oldest and the best), not to mention rooftop terraces, exclusive nightclubs, outdoor pools and picture-perfect beaches.
In terms of sandy beaches and coves, the east coast has rustic, secluded options, like Cala Llombards, known for its impossibly turquoise waters, as well as more spacious ones, like Cala Torta (no overlapping towels here). The north-east has the best-known beaches in the resort town of Alcudia, while the north-west boasts the slightly quieter Cala Tuent. There are also plenty of charming Spanish villages and rustic fincas to visit: Port de Soller, Palma Nova, Cala Ratjada, Can Pastilla, Port de Pollença, Cala Millor and Santa Osa.
But if you really can't decide which part of Mallorca is best to stay in, do as we did at Glamour, and rent a car at Palma airport for a road-trip. Perfect for first-timers who want to see as much of the island as possible, it's imperative you stop in Deià, a beautiful northwest village in foothills of the Tramuntana mountains that has attracted an artistic, bohemian crowd for decades.
