Sa Rota d'En Palerm

Sa Rota d'en Palerm sits right in the very heart of Mallorca, far away from the towns and tourist resorts. It lies on the flank of a hill dividing a fertile agricultural valley from the more rugged mountains of the northern part of the island. Having remained in the same family for generations, the hotel is converted from a typical Mallorcan farmhouse, surrounded by 28 hectares of fig trees, almond trees, carobs, a fruit orchard and a forest of holm oaks and pine. The gardens, terraces and secluded corners invite the visitor to enjoy evenings out of doors, surrounded by nature.

The old house (dating from the 18th century) and its courtyard of outbuildings have been adapted to provide seven apartments. They each have independent outside access, so guests benefit from the combined virtues of a hotel and self-catering.

Each apartment is comfortably furnished in a warm country style (some with antique items of furniture), and as well as the usual comforts such as a full en-suite bathroom, they all have air-conditioning and a private terrace (except one).

The large swimming pool has spectacular views over the valley and the garden terraces are ideal spots in which to sip an aperitif and watch the sun go down. The countryside all around is ideal for walking or cycling, and the interesting villages of Lloret and Sineu are nearby. A little further afield, the central location means that the mountains of the north-west coast, the calas on the east or the long sandy beaches of the south are all no more than a short drive away.

Meals

Sa Rota is self-catering. Guests may have breakfast in their own apartment or eat at a local cafe-bar.

Out and About

Easy walking and cycling on the local lanes and pathways
Slightly more challenging walks and rides in the nearby hills and mountains
Beaches are about half an hour away, rocky coves and calas or long expanses of soft sand
Golf: numerous courses within 30 km, such as Pula, Roca Viva and Son Servera
Boat hire
Yacht charter
Boating day-trips

Places to visit:
Lloret (5 km): a beautiful little-known village
Sineu (7 km): lots of medieval houses and a royal palace
Check out the local markets for art, craftwork, pottery and glassware
Nowhere on Mallorca is all that far so take the opportunity of a day-trip into Palma, or head up to Pollensa, or visit the Caves of Drach

The one bedroom apartments preserve the original structure of the old houses, including their stone walls and wooden beams, while being equipped with all of the modern conveniences necessary to create a warm and light ambience. Large rooms with views of the valley where modern furniture lives in harmony with restored items, natural textures and relaxing colours.

Each apartment has a double or twin beds and one bathroom, a separate living room, a kitchenette with a fridge, microwave and hob and a private terrace.

The two-bedroom apartments are perfect for families, offering space and independence, while maintaining a warm and light ambience.

Each apartment has two bedrooms with double or twin beds and two bathrooms, a separate living room with space for a cot, a kitchenette with a fridge, microwave and hob and a private terrace.