Best hotels in Mallorca 2023

Situated in the very heart of the Mediterranean, the Balearic island of Mallorca has been charming visitors for centuries, with its dramatic mountains, golden beaches and lush valleys.

The island’s capital, Palma, is one of Spain’s most vibrant cities – rivalling even Barcelona for its food and cultural scene – while, outside the main resorts, you’ll find ancient castles, forts and merchants’ houses lining the coast and dotting the unspoiled interior.

Many of Mallorca’s most beguiling historic buildings have been turned into gorgeous hotels, and today the island is home to dozens of wonderful places to stay, from the small and boutique, to the palatial and five-star. Here, we’ve put together a list of our top picks, to help you find the perfect spot to call home while visiting Mallorca.

Neighbourhood: Palma

Can Bordoy could claim to be Palma’s friendliest hotel, with the sort of staff you’ll want to wave to from the car as you leave.

Rooms here are romantic – all velvet drapes and stand-alone bathtubs, while the garden out back is the ideal retreat from the city’s bustle. There’s a small pool surrounded by mature trees and the sound of birdsong.

Stay in for dinner at Botanic, where the menu focuses on healthy local ingredients, and ask the knowledgeable bar staff for their local wine recommendations.

Neighbourhood: Palma