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The hotel is tucked away in a quiet area but only five minutes drive from Puerto Portals marina with its yachts, restaurants, nightclubs and several beaches. Mardavall is located in four attractive stone buildings with impressive arches, elegant porticoes and marble and stone floors. The centerpiece of the spacious lobby, located in the main building, is an ornate chandelier that hangs from the domed ceiling.

The hallmark of the hotel is the impeccable service. The highlight of the hotel’s services is the Arabella Spa, which is one of the largest in the Mediterranean. In addition to the luxurious heated indoor pool, there is a jacuzzi, a Turkish bath, a Finnish sauna, an ice cave and, most importantly, an octagonal heated seawater pool. The hotel has a hairdresser’s, an excellent 24-hour gym, and many Maria Galland and Chinese medicine treatments. On the territory, a huge cascading pool, surrounded by lawns and cabanas, overlooks the sea. Activities include cycling, tennis, sailing, kite surfing, Pilates, fitness classes, wine tours and kayaking.

The 125 rooms include both double rooms and suites. The rooms are characterized by soft textiles in neutral tones, comfortable classic furniture and wide beds with starched linens, in the cool season – with duvets. The marble bathrooms have a bathtub at floor level, a separate shower, bathrobes, plush towels and Laboratoire Remède toiletries.

The Michelin-starred Es Fum Restaurant is open Thursday – Sunday under the direction of Chef Miguel Navarro, whose seasonal six- or 10-course tasting menu is legendary. Served on a terrace overlooking the sea, the service is relaxed but attentive and professional. Inspired and tender vegetarian dishes, risotto with cream, as well as fish and meat dishes are waiting for you, which are full of taste, but do not leave a feeling of heaviness. Desserts include savory sorbet, chocolate cones and iced fruit truffles. For a less formal dinner, visit Es Vent Bar for tapas or Aqua Bar for Mediterranean dishes. The latter also serves breakfast; The buffet includes pancakes and a huge selection of yoghurts, as well as a variety of freshly cooked eggs.

Set on three sides, its low-level whitewashed buildings around a cluster of pools and with a sea view, Ikos feels much more personal than most hotels with over 400 rooms. Each of the six specialty restaurants is beautifully decorated, from the rustic ropes and basket lights at the beach club to the blue-and-white tiles and pots hanging from the ceiling at the Greek restaurant. The main bar has an attractive display case of 1,100 bottles inside, while the comfortable seaview seating outside is the perfect spot for an evening out.

It has everything from water bikes and surfboards to water aerobics and yoga. Guests of  the Premium Deluxe even get a free massage at the swish spa. Ikos has impeccable service, so if you come to tennis at the activity center, you will always be greeted with water and towels, while smiling staff really take care of your stay.

Cool modern creamy brown rooms are perfect for relaxing after a day by the pool. Spacious interiors are complemented by a balcony or terrace; some have a sea view. Bathrooms are fitted with a shower and bathtub, Anne Semonin toiletries, bathrobes and slippers.

Ikos has one restaurant – and it’s excellent. At Italian Michelin-starred Ettore Botrini, beef tagliata with truffle oil and tiramisu are excellent, while cod with pea puree stands out from the French menu of Michelin-starred Anthony Jehanno. Whether you want tapas or tempura, it’s all there. Excellent breakfasts have everything from churros or croissants to full English.

The takeover of luxury brand Anantara has brought superb dining options in addition to a romantic pool, an award-winning golf course, a beautiful spa and more.

Pink Tuscan style villa combines clean lines and elegant luxury. Although it has a graceful historic look, it was built from scratch about 20 years ago by the art-loving Arranz-Villapadierna family. Now it has been resurrected as the first Spanish and second European hotel by luxury Asian hotel chain Anantara, with a gradual renovation on the go and a strong focus on southern Spain.

The tall, glass-roofed lobby rises above classically styled marble statues and sweeping double staircases. The walls are decorated with patterned ceramic bowls, archaeological finds, engravings depicting Italian mansions and works from the owners’ personal art collection. Outside, the pool is surrounded by turquoise-tiled canals, tinkling fountains, and gardens of palms, cypresses, and lotus ponds.

Anantara’s transformation builds on the hotel’s strong gastronomic reputation, with a couple of stunning restaurants and an amazing cocktail bar now joins other superb culinary offerings. Whether you’re dining on seafood at the beach club or settling in for pre-dinner drinks, the staff are amazingly welcoming and warmly professional, greeting guests by name and organizing everything from cooking classes to visits to olive oil growers in Ronda with a helicopter transfer , if you want to.

There are also tennis courts, a fitness center with Technogym equipment and three golf coursesAnother attraction is the evocative spa, which offers signature treatments such as traditional Thai massages, olive oil body scrubs, and a Himalayan salt ritual. The thermal complex includes a lemon-scented hammam, salt baths, steam baths with eucalyptus, lavender and rose, as well as Finnish and Greek saunas, and a quiet indoor pool with hydromassage.

The 120 luxuriously minimalist rooms are spread across two buildings, individually decorated in soothing neutrals or pastels each. Luxurious travertine and marble bathrooms, super comfortable king-size beds, pillow menu, in-room speakers, capsule coffee sets, bathrobes and slippers, fresh flower vases, glass bottled water, rain shower and Loewe toiletries. There are also nine villas with private pools, including, of course, the Obama’s villa.

Two Michelin-starred Spanish chef Paco Roncero is behind the elegant seasonal restaurant O by Paco Roncero. It reinterprets local ingredients into creative tasting menus using Andalusian olive oil. The nearby La Loggia Restaurant offers more relaxed Italian cuisine, with artfully presented dishes such as squid ink tagliatelle and wild mushroom risotto. The beach club serves paella and seafood with divine panaderas patatas, while the poolside cafe La Pérgola is shaded by vines.

Another exciting gastronomic innovation is the Japanese fusion restaurant Sushi 99, born in Madrid. It’s elegant and expansive dinners – tempura with tiger prawns, salmon nigiri, amazing vegetarian dishes – are accompanied by an outstanding selection of wines. Breakfast is served on La Loggia’s sunny terrace. a huge buffet filled with Spanish products, from freshly squeezed orange juice to Menorcan cheese and a jamón cutting station, is complemented by a tempting menu of omelettes, scrambled eggs and Antequera-style mollettes.

Modeled like a 19th-century Spanish colonial village, every pastel pink and honey building in the resort is considered an architectural landmark in Spanish territory. This hint of national pride is reflected in the decor of the rooms and some of the restaurant’s menus. From the first welcome of the bellhop in traditional costume, it is impossible to hide the fact that a Canarian experience awaits you. Looking at the Albert Hall-sized domed atrium at check-in, you know it will be impressive.

Tennis courts, five outdoor swimming pools, a 24-hour gym and many organized activities are available for active recreation, while younger guests have a kids club and play areas.

It also has a full-service spa, a stargazing observatory, and scenic paths through beautiful gardens. As the first truly luxury resort on the island, Bahia del Duque has set the bar for first-class service.

The 346 rooms and 58 suites offer classic elegance, insanely comfortable beds and balconies or terraces, with ocean views mostly. The suites in the renovated Casas Ducales are more spacious with an exclusive breakfast terrace. 40 colonial-style villas with private pools and 24-hour butler service.

The hotel has everything from gourmet French cuisine to Nikkei cuisine and homemade burgers controlled by Michelin-starred chefs. The breakfast buffet, served on the garden terrace, is just one of many culinary highlights. At Las Aguas Restaurant, the evening tasting menu is a series of creative Canarian appetizers, each presented as a work of art in a ceramic frame and paired with the finest local wines.

The Ritz has undergone an extensive refurbishment but has managed to retain many of its original features, so you can expect classic luxury at every turn. Luxurious carpets, handcrafted by the Royal Tapestry Factory in the future, ensure that every step you take is soft and comfortable.

167 rooms and suites and no two are the same. Some rooms have balconies overlooking the square or hotel gardens, others have chandeliers and silk canopies over the bed, and most feature antique furniture and original artwork.

The Goya restaurant is one of the best in the city. For a decadent treat, sign up for the legendary Sunday brunch. In summer it is served on the lovely terrace, which is open for drinks, lunch and dinner at other times. You can also have a decent cup of tea at the Ritz, which is certainly not available everywhere in Madrid. Afternoon tea is pretty special, and a glass of champagne at the Krug Bar is a very good slip off after a day at the Prado.

Meliá Salinas is located right on the seafront in Costa Teguise, one of Lanzarote’s most peaceful resort towns. The hotel was reopened in 2020 after a thorough renovation.

Set in a lush garden with water features, it was the first five-star hotel on the island. The highlight is the meandering lagoon pool, modeled after one of Manrique’s early creations (Jameos del Agua) and surrounded by hibiscus, palm trees, cacti, dragon trees, waterfalls and volcanic stone bridges. Around the hotel, you will see original frescoes and paintings by Manrique, as well as works by other Canarian artists such as Pepe Damaso, who give the whole place an artistic touch of Lanzarote.

The salt water pool has direct access to several golden beaches, as well as a casual beach bar perfect for an evening mojito. There are three tennis courts, an elegant restaurant serving Canarian international cuisine, a spa with sauna, hot tub and massages, a beauty salon and a well-equipped gym, and many organized activities including sunset yoga, meditation and more.

The fun, active team is always ready to share local tips, while thoughtful details include on-demand phone chargers and a free hour of afternoon drinks with coffee, tea, G&T and snacks. The exclusive Level area has a private pool, Balinese beds, luxury villas and many other extras.

The Meliá Rooms overlook beautiful tropical gardens, while the Premium and Level Rooms have dreamy ocean views, and there are standalone villas with private pools.

Decorated with original Manrique frescoes, cascading greenery and an open-plan kitchen, the Mosaico Restaurant is the hotel’s gastronomic hub. It serves delicious light lunches, homemade burgers, salads made with local ingredients, Iberian ham croquettes, and a range of Mediterranean and international themed buffet dinners in the evenings. You can also order cocktails, fresh juices and Lanzarote wines to drink by the pool.

Breakfast is a sumptuous buffet with fresh local products including La Molina bread, characteristic Canarian cheeses and cold cuts, tropical fruit platter, homemade cakes and pastries, as well as an outdoor omelette area and other hot dishes.

This modern and sparkling hotel is set within the medieval walls of Elciego. The hotel’s modern steel and titanium façade is stunning. A starkly modern aesthetic and American architect Frank O Gehry’s attention to detail is reflected in the interior, with curved maple wood walls, leather furnishings and marble bathrooms. You will find that you can’t stop taking pictures!

Traditional resort amenities are transformed into winemaking style: a spa by luxury brand Caudalie, where you can choose between merlot and honey wine wrap; a library with books about wine, about the art of Spain. And, of course, Ciudad de Vino. In the vast area surrounding the hotel, there is a complex dedicated to the production, study and storage of wine.

The hotel has two restaurants, one of which has a Michelin star. Chef Francis Pañego of the famous Rioja restaurant Echaurren advises on the menu of the Marques de Riscal restaurant, and the dishes are completely modern. On Sundays and Mondays, when the star establishment is closed, you have a dinner at the 1860 tradición restaurant, which has a more traditional menu.

Aquelarre is hidden on the slopes of Monte Igueldo. The view of the green hillside dotted with traditional houses, with the Bay of Biscay behind it, is mesmerizing at any time and in any weather, but especially breathtaking at sunset.

Architectural studio Mecanismo has used high-quality natural materials to create sensual, spacious interiors. Oak, gray filita stone and brass are present throughout the property, creating sculptural forms and undulating walls – there are plenty of surfaces to iron. Panoramic windows frame the ever-changing colors and moods of the landscape and the sea, creating living works of art.

The center of the design is an impressive corten steel spiral staircase that snakes from the ground floor where the reception and restaurant are located, three floors down a bar, terraces, spa and guest rooms are located. You feel as if you are walking through a gallery, encountering intriguing works of art in different spaces.

An attentive, available staff makes the hotel’s service amazing. Featuring curved walls and a relaxing atmosphere, the elegant spa features three treatment rooms and spacious individual dressing rooms. Treatments using Sisley products include phyto-aromatherapy face or body peeling. Stone pool with hydromassage, marble steam room and sauna.
The 22 rooms are spread over two floors built into the hillside below the restaurant. With a glass wall in front of each room, there is a breathtaking view of the sea both from the inside and from the slate terraces that run the entire length of each room.
Pedro Subihana has been Chef at Akelarre since 1975 and was one of the pioneers of New Basque Cuisine and the transformation of San Sebastian into a world-class gastronomic center. He received his first Michelin star three years later and his second in 1982. In 2007, the restaurant received the coveted third star, and people from all over the world come here to eat at the clean tables in the octagonal dining room overlooking the sea.  Gourmet dishes include seaweed steamed hake with plankton and oyster leaf, sea bass umami and roasted pig with Iberico emulsion. One floor below is the restaurant Oteiza, named after Subihana’s friend, the famous Basque sculptor Jorge Oteiza. Each set of appetizers, entrees and desserts has a choice of four or five courses, such as lobster gazpacho, crab and shellfish lasagna, grilled tuna with sweet and sour sauce, sirlion tacos with roasted vegetables, and chocolate coffee millefeuille.
The stylish bar area opens onto a terrace with six terraces in stone pods shaped like musical flutters that provide a dramatic setting for a gin and tonic or an Akelarre cocktail. The wine cellar next to the Bodega Bar is used for tastings and events, but guests can browse the impressive collection.

Discover a 17th century palace, restored as an old hotel, located in one of the most secluded places in Cantabria. Eleven bespoke rooms filled with history, each with its own personality, in an exclusive adults-only setting. Tucked away in the foothills of the Pasiego Valley, with a heritage spanning thirty thousand years, its picturesque villages and wildlife trails make this place unique.

The palace is not a temporary getaway, but an exclusive retreat and a special space where you can pamper your mind, body and desires.

The wellness center is located on the edge of a vast valley and can be used all year round. The Trastámara Restaurant serves the best of Cantabrian cuisine with specialties and fresh products from the local market. Set deep in the Cantabrian countryside, the hotel is stylishly decorated, with unique furniture and antiques from all over the world for the guests to purchase.

Indulge yourself in the Trastámara restaurant and relax in the wellness center, surrounded by a designer, intimate and unique atmosphere created by designer Malales Martinez Canut of Malmaca and Maria Mas Interiors.

The holiday you’ve been looking for, both in winter and summer. The infinity pool offers exceptional panoramic views of the Pasiego Valleys for which Cantabria is famous. The sauna and steam bath at the spa can be booked for private use. The gym is tastefully decorated and equipped with innovative German equipment from Nohrd. Enhance your stay with select palace-worthy treatments and products.     The chef and his team have created a culinary experience that reflects the best of traditional Cantabrian cuisine from the freshest ingredients. Enjoy a homemade breakfast, taste the best sunset cocktails and dine with Palace’s own wine. Trastámara combines cuisine and stylish design with tableware from around the world, a 17th-century fireplace and stunning wall panels. The tasting menu is a must.

Landscapes are steeped in history. Discover an endless supply of mountains, beaches, rock art, streams and forests filled with the charm that makes the Pasiego Valleys unique. Walk through the palace and fall in love with the sight of hidden paths, local wildlife and medieval villages. Cross the bay of Santander, play golf at the exclusive Pedreña golf course, or immerse yourself in the wild nature of Cabarceno. Ride the old railway line along the Pas River or book a guided SUV tour.

Built around a cape at Sagaro. The hotel is located in an elegant gated enclave. First class Spanish grandeur. With inlaid marble floors, high ceilings, antiques and exquisite floral arrangements, the oval hall’s reception room is filled with an air of leisurely luxury. The living room and library are reminiscent of a ducal stately home with 17th-century Arbusson tapestries, while the huge outdoor pool overlooking the sea, Greek-style busts on columns and sun loungers could not be more glamorous.

There are beautiful gardens near the hotel and in addition to the outdoor pool there is a spa center with a heated pool, jacuzzi, hammam and sauna, treatment rooms and a gym. Right across the road, the hotel has two clay tennis courts.

Breakfast is an extensive hot and cold buffet served in the grand dining room or on the terrace. The menu includes smoked salmon and scrambled eggs, croissants, jams, cold meats, cheeses, yoghurts, pans, as well as cava and wines. The hotel has three restaurants: the official gourmet restaurant Candlelight with live music, the less formal El Barco with a pool and Garbi garden terrace for light dining. The wood-paneled ocean liner-inspired El Barco Bar offers late-night drinks and coffees and drinks by the pool or in the garden.

Hotel Ra is located on the seafront, on the outskirts of Calafell, a 15-minute walk from the station, from where there are two trains per hour to Barcelona. The hotel has enough entertainment to keep guests busy, but Calafell is a lively, unassuming seaside town full of bars and restaurants.

The huge lobby is breathtaking, the space stretches in all directions, and the sunlight pours through the windows of the former chapel – it was once a hospital for people recovering from diseases of the lungs and bones, thanks to a bank of seaweed near the coast, due to which the local waters were rich in iodine. Rooms are equally spacious and unassuming, overlooking the sea, the man-made lake or the orange and banana trees in the garden.

While the adults use the spa, the kids can attend workshops on collage, DJing, dancing, and more.

An impressive selection of restaurants ranges from the formal DO serving modern Catalan dishes in a quiet setting to the nightly themed buffet, La Taula and the beach club serving burgers, rolls and salads. Le Grill – barbecue next to the pool. There is also a bar with excellent coffee and cocktails.

The medieval cathedral is a popular tourist attraction, as is a visit to the excavated ruins of the nearby Municipal Museum and Plaza de Born, the Old Town’s most famous square.

It features a town hall, ornate fountains, and a commemorative central obelisk surrounded by street eateries, shops, and a labyrinth of narrow pedestrian streets and arched passageways leading to a boat-filled harbor. While taxis and buses are available, Ciutadella is best enjoyed by walking by feet.

In contrast to the trendy rooms that offer just a hint of vintage details, the public spaces of this stylishly oriented Relais and Chateaux hotel are the exact opposite and highlight the past with ivory stone façade, vaulted high ceilings, exposed beams, wrought iron. Railings and antique wooden furniture.

Artistic and decorative décor, including a golden bar, dark wood panelling, and trendy lighting fixtures, oscillate between classic and ultra-modern.

The impeccably dressed staff are hospitable to the utmost and are at your service to organize elite private tours such as wine tasting, horseback riding, boating and walking tours of the city. Conveniences at the hotel are designed for optimal relaxation with a pastoral patio lined with olive trees and a local plantation house that houses a restaurant, an outdoor patio seating area and an adjoining air-conditioned pool with minimalist wooden sun loungers.

Located in the heart of ancient Ciutadella, this hotel offers guests a lush garden patio and luxurious spa treatments. In the spa area, guests can enjoy a corner hammam and an indoor pool with a spectacular stone ceiling and decorative lighting in a grotto setting. For a real treat, try the 90-minute Ritual Menorca full body treatment, using the island’s finest organic ingredients.

Meals are served in the cozy Fuego Restaurant with its decorative wine wall, but the truth is that guests prefer to dine on the garden terrace when the weather permits. Main dishes include grilled red prawns, the island’s specialty, or Argentinian-style organic Menorcan beef. Both are garnished with a variety of vegetables, chips or a garden salad made with ingredients and seasonings collected from the hotel.

Due to its central location, the hotel is just a 10-minute walk from the cypress-lined El Calvari Street, with 365 steps leading to the Montision Chapel and the 17th-century house-museum of local artist Dionysus Bennasar. The Pollenca Art Museum is a two-minute walk from the hotel, while Pollença Golf Club and the sandy beaches of Puerto Pollenca are just a 10-minute drive away.

The historic and characteristic former residence has been transformed into a warm and inviting hotel with a light-flooded elegant lobby and living room. Entering from a modest street, you are greeted by a magnificent stone archway and a stunning wall installation made from thousands of ceramic pieces by leading local artist Jaume Roig.

Stylish modern sofas, exposed stone walls and luxurious linen furnishings in sage, cream and copper tones are complemented by chic designer lighting, stone floors, sisal rugs and contemporary artwork. Surprisingly relaxed atmosphere creates an authentic homely atmosphere.

The hotel has a serene garden with a swimming pool, sun loungers and comfortable chairs. Guests can order drinks throughout the day while relaxing on the terrace surrounded by mature fragrant shrubs and flowers. The therapy room, located on the 1st floor, offers a variety of massages and treatments, as well as contrast showers. Public parking is a five minute walk from the hotel.

The hallmark of Can Aulí is attention to the details. The friendly front desk staff is always available to help with tour planning, restaurant reservations, yacht and bike rentals, and wine tastings in the countryside wine cellars. The hotel is an ideal base for cycling and hiking away from the hustle and bustle.   The hotel’s 21 attractive and cozy rooms, including the spectacular Can Aulí Suite with bath and large terrace, are spread over three floors. They include the Deluxe and Premium categories, as well as one junior suite overlooking the beautiful backyard and the mountains beyond. All rooms are spacious and comfortable with exposed beams, stone floors, sisal carpets and textiles in a warm palette of greys, coppers and creams. Luxurious king-size beds are fitted with fine Egyptian cotton linens. The stylish and modern stone bathrooms feature a separate rain shower, wooden stool and eco-friendly toiletries. Quality bathrobes and slippers are provided.

The gastro bar is relaxing and cozy with an open kitchen, indoor and outdoor seating with comfortable chairs and sage-coloured cushions. A tapas menu of mostly local organic products is served at lunchtime and in the evening until 22:30. Room service is available 24/7 with cold dishes and snacks.

At Nivia Born you will find the holiday you deserve, in a unique atmosphere reminiscent of the past but with all modern comforts.

The rooms at the boutique hotel in Palma de Mallorca are designed for relaxation and entertainment, their thin lines and floral motives seamlessly combine modern and classic elegance.

This is an urban boutique hotel housed in an iconic building. Elegant style with a touch of mystery and refined decoration make a boutique hotel in Palma the ideal place for the most demanding guests.

Step through the doors of Nivia Born in Palma and discover a modernist dream full of comfort in a welcoming atmosphere where amazing and unforgettable vacation experiences await. Every corner of our boutique hotel has been designed to offer you a unique experience. The hotel combines past and present. The 24 rooms and suites are designed with natural beauty and glamour. Above the terrace is the biggest secret, the rooftop terrace, where you can almost touch the sky and enjoy a cocktail in the clouds with a panoramic view of Palma.

The hotel is located on the western side of the island, surrounded by pine trees, near the quaint bay of Cala Gracio. San Antonio and the sunset strip are a 15-minute walk, while the great event venues Cala Gracioneta and La Torre are five minutes away. The only Michelin-starred Es Tragón restaurant in Ibiza is nearby.  Straw umbrellas and shacks with drinks; clay-gray sun loungers and towels; poured polished concrete; golden wooden slabs and stone. Banana trees and rattan dining chairs. A compact zen spa offering treatments including OKU’s signature massage. Gym with stylish retro equipment, sports equipment for training and yoga in the morning. Great boutique with clothes, toiletries and jewelry.

Light and shadows in the rooms play a big role, there are terraces in every room. Choose between a Signature Suite with a bar for a good time, a penthouse with sea views, or a detached private four-bedroom pool villa.

Chef Mark Wassen, a former Sushisamba employee in London, has created excellent menus for the two restaurants. OKU Restaurant, which serves Japanese and South American cuisine, has already become an island favorite among locals and those living in the west – expect tempura, anticuchos (skewers), tartars, sushi and robata grilled fish.

There is also a juice bar, a two-sided OKU bar with DJs in the evenings, and a breakfast buffet that includes Moët champagne, pancakes, omelettes on request, smoothies and fresh juices at an additional cost.