Castillo Hotel Son Vida
A 13th-century castle on the Son Vida ridge above Palma, where the bay and the cathedral spread out below like someone arranged them for you. Ask for a south-facing room, take breakfast on the terrace early, and let the city stay fifteen minutes away by taxi.
Mallora’s take
The whole point is the position: sat on the Son Vida ridge above Palma, with the bay, the cathedral and the city lights laid out below — terrace and the south-facing rooms get the full panorama, the back-facing ones don't. It's a Marriott Luxury Collection flag inside a 13th-century castle shell, so expect Bonvoy mechanics at the front desk alongside the period décor. Service is the consistent strength across reviews; recent stays mention an active renovation programme on parts of the property, worth confirming what's closed when you book. You're 10–15 minutes by car from anywhere useful — taxi or rental is non-negotiable.
Good to know
Breakfast is not included in most rates and reviews flag long waits in peak weeks — go early or book half-board. The hotel sits inside the gated Son Vida urbanisation with its own golf course; there's no walking into Palma from here, so factor in transfer costs for evenings out.
Price / night
€450 – €800
Stars
5★
Parking
free
To beach
15 min drive
Breakfast
paid
Location
Carrer Raixa, 2, Son Vida, 07013
