Some of you long standing visitors to Mallorca might remember the song by Jürgen Drews called König von Mallorca*.
His version of Mallorca is about as far from our version as you can imagine. We like to get away from the beaches and up into the hills. There are three hotels that we would recommend. If you want to be close to Palma then head for the Valparaiso Palace Hotel which stands above the port and its rooms offer outstanding views across the port and Palma Bay.
Should you want to get away from it all then the Gran Hotel Son Net might be just the place for you. It’s hidden away in the Son Net which is located within the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range near the medieval village of Puigpunyent.
The hotel dates back to the 17th century and only has 31 rooms and suites. Words probably can not do justice to the location and facilities at this beautiful hotel. Incidently it has its own private art collection that includes artists such as Marc Chagall, Frank Stella, David Hockney, Robert Longo, and Christo.
If you are on more of a budget then Es Recó de Randa, a hotel-restaurant located in the picturesque village called Randa might suit you better. Like like Son Net it is located within a 17th Century building and for a number of those years it was a nun’s convent. It has only 25 rooms, but its restaurant is famous for miles around and the views from the rooms and pool terrace are fabulous.
Finally, Es Recó de Randa is on the road up to the summit of the Puig de Randa. From the top you can see views of almost the whole island. Located at the top of the summit is the Santuari de Cura Monastery which incidently offers 33 rooms where you can stay for the night. The hill top location has been a place of pilgramage since 1275 and today many cyclists and walkers will make the trip too. With a cafe and a restaurant offering the weary traveller refreshments after their journey up. We started off our journey today with the King of Mallorca. Well sitting on the terrace drinking a coffee looking out across the island you will certainly feel like the King of Mallorca.
If you cycle up to the Sanctuary then maybe “King of the Mountains” might be a more appropriate title.
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