The Castillo Hotel Son Vida
is in a unique setting of a 13th century medieval castle, surrounded
by 500 hectares of sub-tropical parkland with magnificent views over the Bay of
Palma and two eighteen-hole Golf Courses, one of which is exclusive for Hotel
guests.
The Hotel is modernised with
select, elegant decoration and combines the quality of its establishment
together with good taste and excellent service in order to make your stay
unforgettable.
The Castillo Hotel Son Vida
is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World.
HistoryThe name Son Vida comes from the Majorcan phrase “som d’en Vida”. The surname Vida
arrived in Majorca with the Conquest by King James I in 1229. the original Son Vida Castle was
built by the Marquis de la Torre in 1901 as a token of his affection for his wife.
The art gallery is outstanding with paintings by Ricardo Ankermann, Fausto Morrell,
Francisco Maura and Antoni Ribas, also there is a collection of antique weapons.
During their visits to Majorca, Son Vida Castle was the residence for many famous people,
such as Edward VII of England, the Infanta Isabel and the President of the Spanish Government
in 1906, Antonio Mauro.
Until 1961, during which the inauguration of the Hotel took place and was attended by
members of Monaco’s royal family, Aristotle Onassis and Maria Callas, among other
personalities.
High above Palma, in the noble estate of Son Vida, sits the
Castillo Hotel Son Vida enthroned on the hill. The hotel is a realized
architectural dream. Subtropical parks, the golf course Son Muntaner and the
championship golf course Son Vida surround the elegant castle. The capital city
of Palma is 5 minutes by car. The transfer from Son Sant Juan airport to the
hotel takes approximately 15 minutes by car.
Bellver
Restaurant is
the main Restaurant of the Hotel and offers splendid views over the Bay of Palma
and an international cuisine.
El
Jardin Restaurant
is an a la Carte gourmet Restaurant.
Grill
Restaurant
operates in the open air during the summer in the Swimming Pool area.
Les
Chaxnes des Rotisseurs:
An important gastronomic organisation, founded in Paris in 1950, dedicated to
promoting the appreciation of fine cuisine and friendship, La Chaxne is based on
the traditions and practices of an old-established association of Carveries,
whose origins and practices date from the year 1248. At present, this
organisation boasts members in over 110 countries all over the world. Our
country has 25 guilds and over 100 members. Our Director, Mr Federico Marνn,
and our Executive Chef, Mr Jaime Durαn, are both members of this
association.
Bar
Armas: A Piano
Bar with terrace and views over Palma Bay.
