Hospes Maricel & Spa

Hospes Maricel & Spa is a five-star boutique hotel on Majorca's western coastline, just 5 km from Palma and 20 minutes from the airport. Part of both Design Hotels and Marriott Bonvoy, it sits in the quiet enclave of Cas Català-Illetes and is available on Bed & Breakfast or Half Board. It’s an adults-focused retreat built around architecture, cuisine, and genuine seaside calm.

What makes it genuinely different is the contrast between two buildings. The 16th-century Palace wing faces the sea with grand stone facades, while the contemporary Natura Annex is built from native wood and stone. They're connected underground. The Bodyna Spa sits right at the water's edge. SPa therapies and treatments take place inside the actual sea caves. Breakfast here was voted the best in the world at Madrid Fusión. That says plenty. ☀️

Why book Hospes Maricel & Spa?

Hospes Maricel & Spa, where clifftop heritage meets cave spas, award-winning breakfasts, and your own private jetty into the Med. 🌊

• Cave Spa at the Water's Edge-

  Treatments happen inside ancient stone sea arcades, waves lapping just outside.

• A Breakfast That Won Best in the World 🏆-

  An award-winning breakfast experience awaits you at the property.

• Two Distinct Room Worlds-

  Choose between grand sea-view rooms in the historic Palace Building or plunge-pool suites in the eco-designed Natura Annex. Both are five-star- but they feel like two entirely different hotels.

• Your Own Stone Jetty ⛵-

  Swim straight into the Mediterranean, board a private sailing charter, or arrange watersports- all from the hotel's private jetty. No beach club queues, no crowds.

• Surprisingly Easy City Access-

  A bus stop just two minutes' walk away puts Palma's historic centre only 10 to 15 minutes away. A peaceful retreat that never feels cut off.

How far is the nearest beach?

The hotel sits on a rocky coastal terrace with direct sea access via its private stone jetty. There's no sandy beach on-site. Cala Nova is roughly a 2-minute walk away. Cala Mayor, a wide and popular sandy beach, is around a 10-minute stroll.🏖️

Distance from the airport

Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) is approximately 19.8 km away, which takes around 20–30 minutes by taxi or private transfer. No hotel shuttle is mentioned, so a taxi or pre-arranged transfer is the practical option. ✈️

Room types

Hospes Maricel has 51 rooms and suites across two distinct buildings. Both carry five-star standards, though the feel and outlook differ considerably.

• Dreamer Palace-

  Around 40 sqm, sleeping two. Queen or twin beds, Egyptian cotton linens, capsule coffee machine, minibar and air conditioning. Views face the mountains or side courtyard. A solid base in the historic wing.

• Deluxe Sea View 🌅-

  Around 40 sqm, sleeping up to three. This room features a king or twin configuration and a private balcony overlooking the Bay of Palma. Deep-soaking bathtub, walk-in shower, and views that genuinely deliver. The Palace wing's most popular choice for couples.

• Suite Sea View / Presidential Suite-

  Around 55 sqm, accommodating two to three guests. Panoramic sea views, an integrated sitting room, and upgraded amenities throughout. The top tier of the Palace for guests wanting real space alongside the horizon.

• Natura Dreamer's Room 🌿-

  Around 38 sqm, ideal for two. Native stone walls, wooden floors and a private outdoor Zen plunge pool. Garden or city-facing views. Note: the Natura Annex is connected via underground passage and has no direct sea views. Plunge pools are unheated and may feel cool outside July–August.

• Natura Deluxe with Terrace-

  Around 50 sqm, sleeping up to three. Larger private terrace and Zen plunge pool. Contemporary eco-aesthetic. Well-suited to guests who value private outdoor space over sea views.

• Natura Grand Suite-

  Around 85–88 sqm, sleeping two. Separate living room, vast private terrace, custom plunge pool and 40-inch TV. The most generous room on the property- eco-luxury at full scale.

Food & Drink

• 🍽️ Restaurante Maricel-

  Refined Majorcan and Mediterranean à la carte dining. Local sea bream, suckling pig confit, paella and seasonal tasting menus. Open for lunch and dinner daily.

• 🥂 The Maricel Breakfast Experience-

  A 10-course avant-garde tasting menu that took top honours at Madrid Fusión. Champagne, foie gras, aged cheeses, and house pastries, all on a sea-facing terrace.

• 🍹 Maricel Pool Bar & Lounge-

  Cocktails, Balearic wines, fresh juices, tapas, artisan ice creams and light bites beside the infinity pool. Open daily 10:00 AM–8:00 PM.

• 🎶 Terrace Dining & Live Music-

  On summer evenings the restaurant terrace occasionally hosts low-key acoustic or jazz sets. Understated and atmospheric rather than loud.

Things to do near Hospes Maricel & Spa

• Cala Nova Yacht Club (0.2 km / 2-min walk)-

  Hire a small boat, take a sailing lesson or enjoy the marina atmosphere right on the doorstep.⛵

• Cala Mayor Beach (~1 km / 10-min walk)-

  A wide sandy beach with calm water, ideal for a relaxed morning swim or afternoon in the sun.🏖️

• Real Golf de Bendinat (~2 km / 2-min drive)-

  A scenic 18-hole course in a valley setting. The hotel can arrange tee times on request.⛳

• Puerto Portals Marina (4 km / 5-min drive)-

  Superyachts, boutiques and some of the island's best waterfront restaurants. Worth an evening.🛥️

• Palma Historic Quarter & La Seu Cathedral (8 km / 10–15 min by bus or car)-

  Majorca's Gothic cathedral, the Almudaina Palace and the Passeig del Born shopping boulevard.🕌

• Tennis & Paddle at Puerto Portals (5-min drive)-

  Bookable through the hotel concierge. A practical option, given there are no on-site courts.🎾

• Water Sports from the Private Jetty (on-site)-

  Kayaking, scuba diving, water skiing and sport fishing are all arranged via concierge at an additional charge.🤿