Son Brull Hotel & Spa Mallorca

Nestled in the foothills of Northern Mallorca’s Tramuntana mountains, near the charming town of Pollensa, Son Brull Rural Sanctuary is one of the island’s most luxurious 5-star boutique hotels. In keeping with its past life as an 18th century Jesuit monastery, this unique family-owned property continues to welcome guests in search of peace and solace in beautiful natural surroundings.

Combining original architectural details with contemporary design, the 23 tastefully appointed rooms and suites are perfect for couples on a romantic break, while our spacious 4 two-bedroom villa suites with separate pools are ideal for families craving that extra privacy. Guests will love the newly refurbished spa; all-natural treatments and valley views invite total relaxation.

At the award-winning Restaurant 365, a gourmet dining experience awaits, with an à la carte menu in addition to a choice of 8 course tasting menus, all featuring innovative Mallorcan cuisine.

For something more casual, there’s also a modern bistro with al fresco seating and a tapas and cocktail bar housed in a historic olive mill. Surrounded by stylish sun loungers, the infinity pool overlooks the hotel’s ancient olive grove, jasmine-scented garden, and the idyllic countryside beyond.

Thanks to Son Brull’s prime location, Mallorca’s best beaches and prettiest towns are only a short drive, cycle ride or hike away. Enjoy our excellent 5×4 offer during the months of February, March, April and November, for every five nights booked, one night is free, also includes the rental car from the airport for your entire stay.

LOCATION
Son Brull is situated just 3km (a 7-minute drive) from Pollensa, in the north of Mallorca. A rich history of Moorish invasions, Roman conquests and Christian rule have left their mark on this charming town and a visit here is a highlight of any stay at Son Brull luxury boutique hotel.

The Roman Bridge is among Pollensa’s most interesting landmarks, a memory of an ancient civilization that once inhabited this picturesque town by the valley. Christianity was later embedded into Mallorcan culture with the arrival of the Jesuits who built many churches, among them Pollensa’s beautiful baroque Monti Sion church.

Today, most of Pollensa’s activity is focused around the buzzing Plaza Major. Lined with cafes and the setting of a local Sunday market, it’s the perfect place to sit back with an aperitif on a summer’s afternoon and watch the world go by.

Along Pollensa’s narrow cobblestoned streets are honey-coloured stone buildings housing boutiques, galleries and crafts shops, giving the town a distinctive artistic feel. Formentor beach is just 7km from Pollensa and is one of Mallorca’s most beautiful; a long stretch of sand with a backdrop of pine trees, the beach has restaurants, bars, watersports and lifeguards on duty.

THE HISTORY
Nestled in the foothills of Northern Mallorca, the magnificent honey-coloured property was originally built as an ‘alqueria’ (an Arabic farmhouse) in the 12th century during Mallorca’s Arab rule, before becoming a pillar of the Christian faith in the 18th century when it housed a Jesuit monastery.

Back in the 1700s, Son Brull’s resident monks lived off the land and welcomed tired travellers in need of shelter, food and solace. Fast forward three centuries and Son Brull continues to focus on excellent hospitality (albeit in more luxurious surroundings) and local island cuisine gleaned from the sea, the surrounding mountains and its very own garden and groves.

In 2003, the former monastery was lovingly restored by the Suau family (who have a strong background in the hospitality industry) and transformed into one of Mallorca’s best boutique hotels, while maintaining its unique architectural heritage.

Proudly Mallorcan, the three Suau siblings ensure that the history of the monastery and its important island references continue to live on in the hotel today. Traces of Son Brull’s rich heritage are visible throughout, but perhaps most notably in the main building’s beautiful stone and the atmospheric former olive mill that now houses the hotel’s tapas and cocktail bar.

ROOMS & SUITES
Our 27 stylish rooms and suites feature sweeping views of the Mallorcan countryside. Combining original 12th century architecture with modern décor throughout, the lovingly restored building charms visitors from the outset.

Its 23 individually-styled rooms and suites come in different shapes and sizes, but all have been meticulously decorated with hand-selected pieces – many from Mallorca. Individual features of the different rooms and suites include original wooden beamed ceilings, free-standing tubs and stunning valley or vineyard views.

Each room is fitted with Bang & Olufsen TV and audio systems, individual wi-fi and natural Son Brull Spa products. Couples on a romantic break will love our spacious Junior Suite with terrace; spectacular sunset views from here are best enjoyed in the open-air Jacuzzi.

Thick medieval walls, ultra quiet air-conditioning and the gentle mountain breeze keeps things cool in summer months, while luxury king-size or twin beds with soft, silky linens guarantee a good night’s sleep all year round.

Our brand new four villa suites, offer extra privacy and space. Set away from the main building, each comes with its own garden and heated pool, complete with countryside vistas. With two bedrooms and bathrooms they are an ideal choice for families or friends.

VILLA SUITE
Guests looking for a little more space and privacy will love the four beautiful Villa Suites – brand new. With a secluded setting away from the original hotel building, these spacious suites seamlessly combine modern Mallorcan architecture with all the luxury services of Son Brull Hotel, including 5-star concierge, boutique spa and award-winning restaurant.

Each stylish Villa Suite features two individually-decorated bedrooms (one double and one twin), two sleek bathrooms and a private garden with stunning valley views and a heated swimming pool, making these particularly suited for families or friends wishing to spend quality time together. On cooler nights, guests can cosy up around the romantic fireplace in the living room and enjoy views of the star-lit Mallorcan skies from the floor-to-ceiling windows.

JUNIOR SUITE WITH TERRACE
Our Junior Suite with Terrace offers guests an exclusive experience to remember. This romantic suite is the largest in the main monastery building and comes with a hydro-massage tub in a spacious en suite overlooking the valley; the beautiful wood beamed ceiling is another highlight. But undoubtedly the key feature of this stunning suite is the large private terrace, equipped with comfy sofas, a stylish sunbathing area and an open-air Jacuzzi.

It’s the perfect place to enjoy an aperitif or morning coffee while taking in the breathtaking views of the Mallorcan countryside and nearby Pollensa Bay. Unsurprisingly, the Junior Suite is a favourite among Son Brull Hotel’s honeymooning couples. It’s the only suite in this category, making it all the more special.

DELUXE ROOM WITH TERRACE
The Double Deluxe Suite with Terrace is the ultimate indulgence, combining historic heritage with boutique hotel comforts. There’s a bright and airy living area complete with designer sofa and stand-alone bathtub under a wood beamed ceiling, but best of all is the spectacular covered terrace framed by original 18th century archways and white linen curtains.

Guests can enjoy this romantic setting in complete privacy: a set of stylish armchairs look out onto the idyllic Mallorcan countryside, picturesque vineyard and infinity pool below.

Back inside, contemporary Mediterranean décor comprising clean-lined furniture, modern artwork and authentic island pieces perfectly complements Son Brull Hotel’s state-of-the-art amenities. Couples looking to truly treat themselves will not be disappointed with this one-off suite.

DINING
Gourmet cuisine that highlights the excellence of Mallorcan produce is central to Son Brull Hotel’s philosophy. Local gastronomy is at the very heart of the Son Brull experience, with three excellent eateries open to guests and non-guests alike.

At Restaurant 365, head chef Andreu Segura sources traditional Mallorcan ingredients – many from the hotel’s own grounds and groves – to create exquisite à la carte dishes.

Or for an all-round gourmet experience, the restaurant’s seasonal 8-course tasting menus are matched with regional wines and served under the stars on the terrace or in the elegant dining room. Both the à la carte and tasting menus offer vegetarian and vegan dishes.

The modern bistro offers lighter dishes to enjoy on the terrace, or by the fireplace indoors during cooler months. But perhaps the most interesting setting of all is the hotel’s bar, housed in the property’s original 18th century olive mill.

Here, guests can admire their historic surroundings while sampling fusion tapas and creative cocktails. Picnics can be prepared to take on excursions, for guests enjoying a boat or hiking trips. Guests can also order a private lunch served in the hotel gardens or vineyard.

365 RESTAURANT
Open for dinner all year to guests and non-guests, the renowned Restaurant 365 is undoubtedly one of the finest organic restaurants in Mallorca, perfect for romantic dinners or special events. Diners will enjoy one of the best restaurants in Pollensa, experiencing the unique flavours of the island in the elegant candle-lit dining room or on the terrace overlooking the valley.

Born and raised in Mallorca, head chef Andreu Segura carefully selects ingredients sourced from the hotel’s very own organic plot or the island’s sea and mountains and transforms them into unforgettable dishes that are both innovative and delicious.

The choice of seasonal and vegetarian tasting menus, matched with fine wines give an all-round gastronomic experience of the island’s offerings, while the à la carte menu features creative dishes including meats, seafood and risottos. Both menus include a wide selection of vegetarian and vegan dishes. This is high-end dining at its best.

BISTRO’
Our modern bistro serves up a wide range of light, Mediterranean-style dishes with a twist, such as artichoke carpaccio with hummus and honey vinaigrette, as well as sandwiches and salads with ingredients often freshly picked from our organic garden.

Guests can enjoy classic Spanish favourites too, including gazpacho, spicy patatas bravas, grilled red prawns from the nearby Bay of Pollensa and traditional seafood paella. The Bistró kitchen is open for lunch or dinner and meals can be served by the pool overlooking the vineyards and valley, or by the fireplace in our stylish dining room in cooler weather.

BAR
Spectacularly set in an 18th century olive mill that remains unchanged since first used by the monks, our charming bar offers some of the best cocktails on the island, accompanied by a stunning view.

Surrounded by thick stone walls and historic remnants of the old mill, guests can enjoy a variety of expertly-made cocktails including classic Gin & Tonic, prepared with Son Brull Gin, or the house cocktail, Son Brull Fizz, (a refreshing blend of gin, sugar, soda and lemons.

The Bar menu offers Spanish tapas any time of the day, such as “Jabugo” ham on bread with tomato and extra virgin olive oil. A careful selection of fusion dishes on the menu include the likes of white tuna tataki marinated in soy and ginger, or else there’s our classic Club Sandwich Son Brull – a firm favourite among our guests.

SPA
Guests can fully relax and unwind with a choice of treatments at the newly renovated Son Brull Hotel Spa, the only luxury spa in Pollensa. Surrounded by rugged mountains as far as the eye can see, Son Brull is a five-star rural sanctuary that offers peace and tranquillity to all who visit, and the new luxury spa invites complete relaxation.

Here, guests can choose from a wide range of all-natural treatments, rituals, facials and massages using local ingredients such as the fruit, flower and tender leaf of the Mallorcan prickly pear.  Open throughout the day, hotel guests have complimentary use of the spa facilities; a thermal circuit, sauna and steam bath to soothe tired muscles, and morning yoga sessions to uplift and revive both body and mind.

There’s also a fully-equipped gym and outdoor heated pool, making it easy for guests to disconnect from the outside world and indulge in some ‘me’ time. The Spa also has a couple’s treament room; a massage side by side, followed by a chilled glass of Cava and fresh strawberries is just one of several Spa treatment packages offered. Non guests are also welcome at Son Brull Hotel Spa, with several day and half day packages available, each combining treatments with use of Spa facilities.

MASSAGGES
Featuring oils and balsams from the prickly pear seed essence and aromatic Mediterranean plant extracts, our massage treatments are designed to give guests a fully holistic experience.

Guests will feel completely rejuvenated after our ‘Toe to Head’ treatment that includes foot reflexology followed by a cranial massage, or couples might prefer our ‘Son Brull for two’ – personalised side-by-side massages in our shared treatment room.  Our ‘Hot Stone Massage’ is another classic: the warm texture of the prickly pear balm and the relaxing herbal aromas have a calming and restorative effect on both body and mind.

RITUALS
Unique Son Brull luxury spa rituals combine a trio of body, facial and massage treatments and aim to regenerate, relax and recharge. Inspired by the indigenous fruits of our beautiful island and the changing seasons of the year, each of our three rituals incorporates all-natural local ingredients, such as aloe vera and the tender leaf of the prickly pear plant.

The available ritual is always based on the season; revitalising for Spring, hydrating in Summer or regenerating in Autumn. Each ritual lasts for two hours. Available to guests and non guests.

TREATMENTS
After indulging in a massage or ritual at our luxury spa, guests can pamper themselves with one of our personalised beauty treatments. The Son Brull Facial renews and rejuvenates, with a purification ritual that includes an acupressure massage and a mask made with the fresh pulp of Mallorcan prickly pear.

Our popular Son Brull Manicure leaves hands soft and supple, while the bestselling Son Brull Pedicure includes an invigorating wrap and foot massage. Both pedicure and manicure treatments offer a choice of high-quality nail polish.

FAMILIES
As the only family-run, luxury boutique hotel on the island, it stands to reason that guests of all ages are warmly welcomed at Son Brull Hotel and Spa. Parents and children will find a host of activities and amenities to meet their needs.

Our two-bedroom Villa Suites, located in the gardens of the hotel, are particularly family friendly and come with their own private heated pool and garden. For other room categories (with the exception of the Superior Double), we can provide extra beds and cots.

For families with children under 12, we recommend staying at the Villa Suites, where you can enjoy your own pool and garden. Children under 12 years are not allowed at the main pool. Access to the Spa and Gym from 16 years onwards.

Our chefs will be delighted to adapt our menu for children. Babysitting services are available upon request and we have teamed up with a local “kids camp” to offer half-day holiday camps for children from 6 years and upwards.

Regardless of age, all our guests will enjoy the island’s white sand beaches, historical towns, delectable cuisine and year-round sunshine. Please don’t hestitate to ask us for family friendly recommendations.

WEDDINGS
Year round, Son Brull boutique hotel offers the chance for couples to get married in the sumptious hotel and grounds. Combining scenic landscapes with luxury hospitality and five-star service, Son Brull Hotel makes for the perfect wedding venue.

The historical building offers an array of stylish interiors and exterior spaces that exude a unique and romantic charm, from the infinity pool terrace and Mediterranean garden to the former 18th century olive mill. Son Brull enjoys a reputation for gourmet cuisine and our team of highly-skilled chefs at Restaurant 365 can create memorable menus to match the importance of the occasion.

The bride and groom-to-be can rest assured that our staff will ensure every detail has been carefully thought through, relieving the wedding party of any planning stress. Son Brull can accommodate up to 30 people for a banquet-style meal, and up to 60 guests for a cocktail-style reception.

Outside the months April to October, we can also offer the possibility of booking the hotel for exclusive use, with a minimum stay of three nights in our 23 luxury rooms. Understanding that each couple’s day is unique, we can tailor-make your celebration to suit your personal tastes.

MEETINGS
Son Brull’s picturesque surroundings are a source of inspiration to our guests, including those attending corporate events or meetings. At less than 2 hours flight from most European capitals and less than hour by car from Palma airport, Son Brull is often as convenient as driving to a country hotel or a large conference centre.

Set apart in the foothills of the Tramuntana Mountains, the hotel provides a setting that is sophisticated, inspirational and serene, perfect for distraction-free private events. Our fully-equipped meeting room, in the main monastery building, comfortably fits 24 people and offers all required amenities including digital audiovisual equipment.

With wonderful diversity of spaces and surrounding grounds, Son Brull offers huge flexibility for creating different events and can offer a customised culinary service to match varying budgets and tastes.

Thanks to our ideal location in the Northern Mallorcan countryside, organised group activities on offer include canyoning, boat trips, golfing and kayaking, while on-site activities range from wine tasting and tennis lessons to cooking classes and helicopter rides. From November to April, Son Brull Hotel can be booked exclusively for private events, and use of all 23 individual rooms and suites.

FINCA
Son Brull’s fascinating history stretches back to the 12th century. Initially an Aluqueria (meaning farmhouse/stables in Arabic), through the centuries the hotel’s land has provided shelter and food in many different forms.

In keeping with this history and our personal commitment towards sustainability, Son Brull continues to grow it’s own produce and to support local producers of a similar ethos. On a daily basis, the Son Brull organic farm supplies our chefs with the very best of each season; artichokes, tomatoes and fruits, including oranges, lemons and figs.

From our own hectare of vines, we are also able to make our own red, white and rose wines, available in the restaurants or to purchase. Guests are very welcome to wander through the orchards, and we very much hope our commitment to environmental sustainability will contribute to our guest experience.

ACTIVITIES
While some of our guests prefer to do little more than sit back and take in the hotel’s stunning surroundings, others like to immerse themselves in the wealth of activities on offer.

Located in the foothills of the Tramuntana mountains, the beautiful landscape is the setting for many adventurous excursions, from cycling and hiking through picturesque nature trails within the UNESCO Heritage park, to canyoning in the nearby river.

Son Brull offers complementary bicycles, also electrical ones, to guests wishing to venture out and, whether on wheels, horseback or two feet, Son Brull has expert guides on hand to explore Mallorca’s hidden gems.

Back at the hotel, guests can take tennis classes on the Son Brull private court, workout with a personal trainer or stretch out in a complimentary yoga sessions held each morning. We also offer many activities every week our guests can join, such as:

• Private barbecue in our gardens
• Learn how to prepare the perfect Gin & Tonic
• Walk through our vineyards accompanied by our Maitre / Sommelier, followed by tasting of our wines
• Every Friday, our kitchen team prepares different preserves according to the season, join them
• A walk through our centuries-old olive fields and an introduction to olive oil tasting
• Guided yoga and / or meditation class
• Son Brull ritual, well-being, relaxation and rejuvenation associated with each season of the year
• Every month we collect honey from our hives, you can join us if you wish!
• For those who are looking for more adrenalin driven activities, we can organize helicopter trips, luxury yacht hire and hot air balloon rides, just to mention a few.

CYCLING
From white sand beaches to dramatic mountain ranges, Mallorca’s contrasting landscapes are a source of inspiration to our nature-loving guests. With so many picturesque routes spread across the island, it’s no wonder cycling is among Son Brull Hotel’s most popular activities.

We provide both standard and electric bikes free of charge, so guests can set off and explore at their own pace. There’s no need to venture far, either: the pretty town of Pollensa is only a leisurely 10-minute cycle ride away from the hotel.

For more serious cyclists, we can also arrange guides, higher spec equipment and full day excursions into the Tramunatana mountains, complete with Son Brull picnic. The Formentor peninsula is a firm favourite amongst cycling enthusiasts, this most northerly tip of Mallorca is close to Son Brull and offers a stunning route of hairpin bends set between limestone rocks and the glistening Mediterranean sea below.

GOLF
With 23 high-quality golf courses dotted around the island, Mallorca is a highly attractive holiday destination for professional and amateur golfers alike. The closest course to Son Brull Hotel is Golf Pollenca; featuring undulating fairways and views of the Sierra Tramuntana, this idyllic 9-hole course is perfectly suited to players of any handicap.

Larger still is Golf Alcanada’s 18-hole course, located 20 minutes from Son Brull near the seafront, looking out towards the island of Alcanada. This 6728 yd, par 72 is a challenging golf course with hidden breaks in the greens and generally hilly fairways.

But it is lovely to play; running alongside the coast, framed with pines and olives trees and bathed in gentle sea breezes. It also boasts a clubhouse with some of the most stunning sea views in the golfing world.

Further afield, Golf de Andratx is located in the south west of the island. Inaugurated in 2000, this challenging course was designed by the Gleneagles Golf Development team and is rumoured to be a favourite amongst golfing celebrities. Should guests require any help with booking, golf clubs or tee times, Son Brull staff will be happy to help.

Rooms: 25

Price: from 499 EUR per night

Source: www.sonbrull.com