Perched high above Port de Sóller, where the Tramuntana Mountains tumble into the Mediterranean, Jumeirah Mallorca is considered one of the island’s most cinematic hideaways – and for good reason. 

This spring, following a meticulous refresh and a renewed focus on culture, wellness, and gastronomy, the Balearic retreat reopened its doors, inviting travellers to experience Mallorca through a slower lens.

It doesn’t take long to understand why this hotel has become an emblem of the north-west coast. Approaching along the mountain road, the resort reveals itself gradually through stone-clad terraces cascading down the cliff-side like a Mallorcan village. It feels both organic and intentional, echoing the stepped architecture of the UNESCO-listed Serra de Tramuntana that surrounds it. By the time you reach the round, stone-built entry hall, designed to resemble the island’s ancient Talaias defence towers, you’ve already stepped into a place where history and nature are quietly intertwined.

Inside, the interiors draw deeply from the land. Local ceramics, woven textures, and Mediterranean woods soften the light that floods through floor-to-ceiling windows. Even the art collection has been carefully curated –rooms facing the sea display works depicting the mountains, while mountain-view rooms feature pieces inspired by the Mediterranean. Everything is balanced. 

But one of the resort’s most beautiful signatures is invisible – its scent. Created in collaboration with Palma-based perfumer Viti Vinci, Tramuntana Mist greets guests from the moment they arrive. Notes of citrus, aromatic herbs, and warm earth instantly evoke the island’s sun-drenched slopes. Those curious can now explore the fragrance’s origins first-hand with a private tour of the brand’s atelier in Palma, a new experience added for 2025.

Stepping outside, the landscape unfurls in all directions. This is the untamed side of Mallorca.

Terraced citrus groves, olive orchards shaped by centuries of harvest, and cliffs that drop sharply into turquoise water… The hotel’s design ensures these vistas are ever-present, from glass-walled corridors to sun-soaked terraces perched high above Port de Sóller.

This season, Jumeirah Mallorca deepens its relationship with the mountains by offering guests more ways to explore them. Adventurous travellers can take the hotel’s 4×4 along the legendary Sa Calobra Road, a twisting ribbon of hairpin bends carved directly into the cliffs. The drive descends toward the hidden bay of Sa Calobra, where limestone walls soar above crystalline water. It’s one of the island’s most spectacular natural scenes.

For those who prefer to discover the land at a slower pace, guided hikes wind through perfumed orchards and ancient olive groves. Trails pass through sleepy stone villages, past centuries-old farmhouses, and up to panoramic viewpoints where the Mediterranean glitters below. In these moments, the island’s quieter soul reveals itself, far from the beaches of the south and the bustle of Palma.

At the heart of the resort’s transformation lies Talise Spa, an expansive sanctuary carved into the cliffs across three levels. Soft stone, skylights, and open horizons give the space an almost monastic calm. Outside, the heated hydropool invites guests to sink into warm waters while gazing across the Tramuntana’s dramatic folds.

This year, the spa introduced GROUND Wellbeing, the celebrated Irish wellness brand rooted in natural ingredients and purposeful self-care. Created by Peigín Crowley, GROUND’s treatments are designed for modern needs – sleep support, menopause care, burnout recovery, and rituals that tend to both emotional and physical balance. Each uses botanicals that are harvested in Ireland but harmonise beautifully with Mallorca’s own earthy serenity.

The treatment menu feels deeply intentional, and for many travellers, especially those seeking restoration rather than indulgence, it marks a meaningful evolution in how Mediterranean wellness is approached.

Food is another arena in which the resort shines, drawing from the island’s rich gastronomic heritage. At Es Fanals, the fine-dining restaurant perched at the highest point of the hotel, Mallorca’s flavours are interpreted through a contemporary lens. Lanterns inspired by those used by local fishermen give the space a glow, while Spain’s Michelin Guide recommendation hints at the culinary finesse within. Chef Javier Lopez’s signature dishes pay homage to land and sea.

Cap Roig Brasserie, set on a broad stone terrace overlooking the waves, is more relaxed but equally rooted in place. Named for the bright red Mediterranean fish that thrives along this coastline, the restaurant champions seasonal produce and ocean freshness. At sunset, the horizon turns molten gold, a view best enjoyed with a cold drink. 

For a more immersive gastronomic adventure, guests can board the island’s historic wooden train from Sóller to Palma. Along the route, passing through orange groves and mountain tunnels, a curated tasting of local delicacies turns the journey into a sensory experience. Alternatively, a guided hike or scenic drive leads to Macià Batle’s private finca, where visits conclude with a seasonal Mallorcan lunch. 

What makes Jumeirah Mallorca truly remarkable is how seamlessly it blends luxury with authenticity. Rooms and suites, 121 in total, are spacious and airy, each with a private terrace that opens to the mountain or sea. The signature suites, including the awe-inducing Mar Blau Villa and the glass-wrapped Lighthouse Suite, offer some of the most dramatic views on the island.

Families are welcomed with thoughtful touches –couples can claim quiet corners; solo travellers find sanctuary. Whether you’re soaking in the eighth-floor infinity pool, wandering the art-lined hallways, or watching the sun dip behind the mountains from Sunset Lounge, the effect is the same…an exhale. The kind that arrives when nature, culture, and comfort align in harmony.

As Mallorca continues to evolve into a destination where heritage and slow living take centre-stage, Jumeirah Mallorca stands as its most poetic gateway, a place that honours the island’s rugged beauty while offering the serenity we seek but rarely find.

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