Situation: The Castillo Hotel Son Vida is located in the exclusive villa district of Son Vida, about a 10-minute drive from the island’s capital, Palma, and 15 minutes from the Son Sant Joan Airport. The 13th-century estate is surrounded by a Mediterranean park and the Son Vida golf course. Its legendary terrace boasts a unique view of Palma Bay. The Son Muntaner golf course is in the immediate vicinity.

Concept: Renovated at a cost of €27 million, this castle hotel combines a distinguished interior with 21st-century luxury and comfort. One of the most renowned luxury hotels in the Mediterranean region, the Castillo Hotel Son Vida is known for its discreet service, choice gourmet cuisine and world-class golfing on three 18-hole courses.

With its legendary terrace high above Palma, this Mediterranean refuge boasts valuable antiques, fine rugs and a collection of Old Masters. The personnel wear livery in grand hotel style and take good care of our fastidious guests – some of whom are distinguished figures of the nobility or from political, artistic, cultural and business spheres.

Rooms & Suites:
The Castillo offers 164 rooms and suites in all:
77 Park rooms
75 Deluxe and Grand Deluxe rooms (some with butler service)
12 Suites – including the sumptuous 132-m2 Royal Suite with a panoramic view, Jacuzzi and large terrace, as well as the Loewe Suite designed by Spain’s star architect Javier Carvajal. The appointments include:
• Individually adjustable air-conditioning and heating
• Direct-dial telephone
• High speed Internet access, wireless LAN
• Satellite TV with big flat screens and pay TV
• DVD player with selected films
• Minibar
• Desk
• Hermès bodycare products
• Trouser press in Park rooms
• Steambath shower in every suite
• Two baths in the family suites
In addition, guests can choose from among various pillows, bathrobes and luxury soaps.

Restaurants & Bars:
Es Castell: The restaurant’s ample glass façade presents a spectacular view out over Palma and the bay. Chef Jaume Balada serves Spanish-Mediterranean gourmet cuisine in the winter and theme barbecues in the summer. The lavish breakfast buffet features an assortment of choice varieties of tea and coffee.

Es Ví: This elegant bodega restaurant is entirely in the style of a modern wine cellar, with big glass cabinets to keep the fine wines at the ideal temperature. The wine-list holds some 800 different wines from prime vineyards and vintages the world over, 50 of which are served from the cask. The wine is served with haute-cuisine tapas masterfully prepared by gourmet cook Jordi Calvache. An equally excellent assortment of grappas and brandies rounds out the repast.

Bar Armas: This bar’s claim to world fame is its magnificent terrace with a view of the island, where such notables as Aristotle Onassis and Maria Callas or Gracia Patricia and Prince Rainier of Monaco have lingered. The Bar Armas serves choice delicacies with cava, champagne and a wide range of cocktails.

Cigar Lounge George Sand: A new lounge – all in wood and leather – with a fireplace and an assortment of 170 different kinds of cigars and 70 whiskey brands along with first-rate rum, cognac and brandy.

Pool Bar Sa Font: Drinks and snacks by the pool.

Castillo Beauty Spa:
The Castillo Beauty Spa offers a wide range of face and body treatments as well as a relaxation programme for body, mind and spirit based on quality cosmetics by Sisley. This oasis of wellbeing is also fitted out with a pool and whirlpool, sauna, steam bath, ice fountain and fitness area.

Sports & Recreation:
Golf: Our guests can play for a reduced green fee at the adjacent 18-hole Son Vida and Son Muntaner golf courses and use the services of the Arabella Golf Academy with its highly qualified pros. In the spring of 2007 another 18-hole golf course called Son Quint will be opened between the two existing courses. Our guest service also reserves tee times on other courses on the island.

Tennis: Four tennis courts, ideal playing and training conditions – even for pros.

Sportscar: To discover the island in a hotrod, reserve the house Maserati.

Guest Service:
The Castillo Hotel Son Vida takes pleasure in pampering its guests in every little way. For example, you can have your name printed on stationery and even golf balls to personalise them. You’ll always find fresh flowers in the bathroom, and the chambermaid cleans any shoes deposited in the designated basket. You’ll be treated to small tokens of our esteem at both outdoor pools, one of which is heated: in the afternoon guests are served chilled fruit drinks along with suntan cream and refreshing towels.

Child Care:
To make for a relaxed family vacation, the hotel takes good care of your children. On arrival the little ones will find a soft toy to welcome them to their room, and the parents the latest family newsletter with the week’s activities. The Kids Club is accommodated in a separate building with arts & crafts facilities, toys and a cuddle-corner, plus an outdoor playground, climbing-frame, swing, slide and children’s swimming pool. Children from 3 upwards are taken care of here from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The childcare staff eat with the children at a big table in the restaurant a half an hour before the usual mealtimes. For older kids we offer arts & crafts, various contests, swimming lessons and outings – as well as Playstations. Children can take golf lessons once a week at the Son Muntaner Driving Range.

Other services:
• Butler service
• Concierge
• Matrimonial office
• Wireless LAN in all public areas
• 24-hour room service
• Guest Service Dept.
• Car park
• Valet parking
• Business Service
• Car rental
• Shopping gallery
• Babysitting by request

Confereneces & Incentives:
With its appealing conference facilities, the Castillo Hotel Son Vida is among the top locations for top-flight get-togethers on the island. A total of six conference rooms with natural lighting, an historical conference room and a large terrace provide a flexible and adjustable framework for exclusive gatherings of up to 300 people. Our conference coordinator ensures customised planning and to make sure everything goes smoothly. The Castillo Hotel Son Vida kitchen provides gourmet catering.

Transfer time: about 25 min.

back...»

.....