A hotel with genuinely stunning views and a warm staff, though a few quirks and some eye-watering…read moreprices are worth knowing about before you book.
Starting with the highlight: the view of Port de Sóller from this hotel is breathtaking. Arguably the best vantage point of any hotel in the area, and it never got old. The atmosphere throughout the property matches it well. There are plenty of spots to lounge around, and for outdoor seating they provide blankets, which is a thoughtful touch. The room itself is accurately represented on their website, so no surprises there.
The staff are, for the most part, wonderful. Attentive, warm and genuinely good at making you feel at ease. There was one odd interaction by the pool where a waitress brought over water, juices and nuts to our chairs unprompted. We assumed it was complimentary, but she returned shortly after with a check. When we explained we hadn't ordered anything, she took the drinks back and delivered them to the right couple rather than preparing fresh ones. Small thing, but a bit of an unusual call.
A couple of room notes worth flagging: the bed comes with two small individual blankets, one per person, and no shared bed sheet. Never encountered that setup at a hotel before and it took some getting used to. The shower also consistently leaked water out onto the bathroom floor, leaving a puddle every single time regardless of how careful you were.
On pricing, be prepared. This place is expensive. A coffee or juice by the pool will cost you significantly more than anything you'd find down at the port, and they actively prompt for tips on every transaction, which felt out of place for Spain. The one major exception is breakfast, which is included in the stay. Take full advantage of it, including the fresh orange juice that otherwise runs €10 a glass.
For food and drinks beyond breakfast, skip the hotel and head down to the port. There are plenty of great restaurants and bars to explore, all at far more reasonable prices.
In terms of amenities, the WiFi is genuinely excellent, with solid coverage throughout the hotel and speeds around 48Mbps down and 16Mbps up. There is a sauna and a steam room, both open until 9PM, though no hot tub. They also offer a free yoga class twice a week on Thursdays and Saturdays. It fills up fast, so sign up as soon as you check in.
If you have time to explore beyond the hotel, the hike up to Torre Picada is absolutely worth it for a full 180 degree view of the Balearic Sea. There is also a local market that runs on Thursdays and Saturdays, a nice way to spend a morning.
Overall, a memorable stay with a lot going for it. Just go in with eyes open on the pricing and a willingness to explore outside the property for most of your meals.
