Mallorca what a great discovery. To be honest... it was not the first thing that came to our mind as we could only think of charters and mass tourism. Not what we were looking for. But we were so wrong!
I was reading Bal Masque (Elia Barcelo) and was triggered by the beautiful description of the nature and the bohemian, arty and creative spirit in the area around Deia in the North West of Mallorca where part of the story took place. So curious that I did some investigation and came across http://www.theothermallorca.com/ on the internet. We found Esplendido Hotel in Puerto Soller and discovered and enjoyed the other Mallorca to the fullest.
http://www.esplendidohotel.com/
Esplendido is beautifully located directly at the sea in the idyllic bay of Puerto de Soller. Mikael and Johanna Landstrom, a Scandinavian couple, transformed this sleepy village into a hip hide away by renovating and restyling an old 1950's hotel. With its Italian retro chic architecture and the amazing view (especially around sunset) they could not have choosen a better place! The stunning view is everywhere in Esplendido. On the terraces, in the rooms, the breakfast area, the hotel lobby, the massage rooms (indoor & outdoor!), the infinity pool... you will hear the sound of the waves breaking at the shore and you will gaze at the calming view of the bay, the lighthouse and sailing boats.
But it is not only the view. The Esplendido staff is young, energetic and incredibly friendly, the vintage / Scandinavic design is inspiring and fresh, the breakfast buffet is ... just wow!, as well as the restaurant, spa, pool, shop and vinyl library. We had such a great time, that we came back the next year with our 9 months old son. Click on the following link and listen to get in the Esplendido mood http://www.loxitrop.com/popup_cd4.html.
- Book a room with sea view & terrace; it's absolutely worth the investment when having drinks / dinner on your private terrace with your baby sound asleep in the room.
- Bring a baby phone with strong reach or walkie-talkie with baby phone function so you can have dinner in the restaurant downstairs and ask for a room close to this area when making your reservation.
- Hire a car for the length of your stay. It's really nice to make a daytrip to Palma and to unspoiled beaches on the island (http://www.theothermallorca.com/mallorca_guide/beaches.htm). Our favourite: Cala de Deia, hidden and difficult to find but once there you will see a small pebble beach with crystal clear turquoise water and a little bar overlooking the sea and serving GREAT lobster.
Cala de Deia
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