Castillo Son Vida Hotel

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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.



History

The 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.

Τοποθεσία

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.

Εστίαση

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.