Hotel La Moraleja

Reviewed by Laura Dibben


NAME YOUR VINTAGE..............

For those of you who know the north of Mallorca, you are already aware of the splendid coves that line its coast. Clear blue waters and gorgeous sandy beaches are just 400m from Hotel La Moraleja – a private residence that was extended and converted some 10 years ago into the Hotel it is today.

More like a summer home with your own staff, you can expect a warm yet professional greeting in reception. During check-in your eye will no doubt wander to the large salon where just a portion of the owner´s extensive art collection adorns the walls – the rest are on display throughout the hotel. Discover original art works by Spanish and French painters. The decor is classical with a touch of the majestic, and, like royalty you will feel as you receive impeccable service from their uniformed staff.

Each with its own terrace or balcony, the 17 spacious bedrooms are comprised of Junior Suites, Attic Suite and 2 Bedroom Grand Suites. One room is wheelchair accessible. The mountain views are best appreicated if your room is on the 1st floor. Room facilities include air-conditioning, central heating, Satellite TV, telephone, mini-bar, bathrobes and hairdryer. Bedrooms do have safety deposit box but there is a daily charge for its use. Internet access is available in the library.

The restaurant, ¨Cristal¨, is open for evening meals and an à la carte menu of Mediterranean fare is on offer. Fresh fish and seafood are the order of the day – something to truly take advantage of considering this Hotel´s proximity to the sea! Dinner is served on the exterior terrace during the summer months. Breakfast may be taken on the garden terraces in warmer months. What is your preference, relaxing or refreshing? Heated or unheated? Take your pick of swimming pools – there are two!! Mid-day snacks and light lunches of salads, catch of the day, etc., are also served by the poolside.

Although only open from 1st May to end October (the Hotel does not accept children under 14), the Mediterranean climate is ideal for a round of golf or water sports like windsurfing or jet-skiing in Puerto de Pollença, all within 10km of the Hotel. Or, just steps away, visit the owner´s vintage car museum with 30 models ranging from the 1950s to 1970s. Rolls Royce, Jaguar, Ferrari....just to name a few!

An ideal Hotel a tranquil holiday with beautiful surroundings, and for those with an appreciation for the excellence, maturity and enduring appeal of all things vintage.