This former military base is now one of Mallorca’s most stylish five-star hotels

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This beautiful Nineteenth-century navy fortification on the Bay of Palma gives cinematic views and five-star service

Location

As soon as the entry gates shut behind you at Cap Rocat, the suburban growth of Palma is well forgotten. Located on 2,000 acres of Cap Enderrocat’s protected land within the Bay of Palma, the lodge feels distant, but may be very near the town. Palma Mallorca airport is simply quarter-hour away by taxi.

Views over the bay are lusciously unobstructed, and whereas there’s no seashore per se, you possibly can bathe on the cliffside within the bay.

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The vibe

Have breakfast al fresco at your suite to take advantage of the view — Have breakfast al fresco at your suite to reap the benefits of the view (Cap Rocat)

Cap Rocat nails the artwork of the refuge. This decommissioned navy base has centuries-old Mediterranean grandeur within the type of authentic honey-coloured stone and crenelated towers, but feels alive and trendy due to an impeccable renovation by Spanish architect Antonio Obrador.

Theatrical lighting and use of stone and hardwood give the property a way of timelessness. Rest is the secret, so flop into the jewel-toned furnishings and float lazily within the sky-lit pool.

Service

The spectacular service is without doubt one of the greatest issues about this lodge. You possibly can inform it’s going to be particular from the second you pull up and are assisted by devoted “greeters” in flowing white linen. Nobody blinks an eye fixed at any request, small or massive, and every thing from the golf cart rides to and from the pool to the spectacular breakfast structure add to the sense of luxurious.

Mattress and bathtub

A ‘Sentinel’ suite with private plunge pool — A ‘Sentinel’ suite with personal plunge pool (Cap Rocat)

The previous navy quarters and munitions shops have been transformed into 24 rooms which might be ethereal and spacious. Irrespective of the class, they provide ample area, particularly for the outside residing that Mallorca is understood for. They’ve a particular bohemian fashion, due to stone arches and flooring, and ikat print equipment.

I stayed in a “Cap Rocat Suite” and took full benefit of three ranges of terraces, particularly the highest one with its personal daybed pavilion sat atop the wild, windswept cliffs overlooking the ocean. Beautiful. Although if you wish to splash out, e book a “Sentinel Suite”, actually one-of-a-kind lodge rooms carved out of the rock face with their very own personal plunge swimming pools.

Rooms are airy and spacious at Cap Rocat — Rooms are ethereal and spacious at Cap Rocat (Cap Rocat)

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Foods and drinks

La Fortaleza is Cap Rocat’s predominant restaurant, providing a tasting menu that takes you on a visit throughout the island. I predict it’s near incomes a Michelin star. The bread service alone (black olive, herbed, and citrus-flavoured sliced at your desk) units the tone. Sobrasada comprised of Mollorcan Porc Negre pork arrives drizzled with honey from the lodge’s personal bees. There are additionally choices for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free visitors.

The tasing menu at the main restaurant is full of local flavours — The tasing menu on the predominant restaurant is filled with native flavours (Cap Rocat)

As scrumptious as dinner is, the breakfast alone is well worth the keep. Ask to be served in your room and awake to probably the most beautiful unfold of pastries, espresso, jams, butter and eggs in your terrace, specified by a wicker basket and accompanied by stunning china. Get pleasure from it al fresco with views of the ocean for an unforgettable expertise.

Don’t miss a lunch at The Sea Membership, the casual cafe tucked right into a cove that folks flock to from throughout the island. Tables are organized on the cliffs, the place you possibly can chill out over Mallorcan rosé, ice chilly tuna tartare, fried calamari, and glorious seco rice.

Amenities

Cap Rocat could also be remoted, however the amenities are its strongpoint. The primary infinity pool is a good place to hang around, perched on the fortress partitions with views over the Bay of Palma, and its personal cocktail bar. There’s seashore entry for swimming within the pure reserve, the place you may also use the free-to-borrow kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkelling gear. There’s one other bar right here, too.

The spa has a 25 metre saltwater pool sunk below ground — The spa has a 25 metre saltwater pool sunk beneath floor (Cap Rocat)

Cap Rocat’s spa, designed by Antonio Obrador, is carved from the limestone depths of the Nineteenth-century fortress. The centrepiece is a 25 metre saltwater pool sunk 12 metres beneath floor degree and flooded with mild from a conservatory-style glass ceiling. 5 therapy rooms provide signatures just like the Cap Rocat Physique Peel (utilizing quince, coconut oil and papaya) and a standard hammam. The relief space has massive Mallorcan beds divided by curtains, which are perfect for escaping the noon warmth.

Within the morning, take pleasure in every day yoga or pilates by the pool. Through the day, reap the benefits of the fabulous itineraries designed by the concierges, starting from wine tastings to helicopter journeys to the Tramuntana mountains. The 24-hour gymnasium is well-equipped, or you will get your train on the lodge’s tennis courts.

Dwell music (guitar or piano) performs within the courtyard from 7pm to 10:30pm nightly.

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