Best 5-Star Luxury Stays in Palma de Mallorca

I would pick Hotel Gloria de Sant Jaume for a refined, wellness-minded stay in central Palma de Mallorca. The 5-star hotel sits in a restored 19th-century building and has a spa with an indoor pool, sauna and hammam, plus a rooftop terrace with a pool and city views. Rooms offer air conditioning, smart TVs and Nespresso machines. It is about relaxation and history, so families wanting kids' activities may prefer another address.

I would choose Can Cera Hotel for a private, design-minded stay in Palma de Mallorca's old town. It occupies an authentic 17th-century Mallorcan house, a former palace where antique furnishings sit beside modern artwork. The atmosphere is intimate and exclusive, built around history and design rather than size. I would recommend it to couples and travellers who want a sophisticated retreat, and not to anyone looking for a large, busy resort.

I would choose Palma Riad for a calm, adults-only stay with five-star service in Palma de Mallorca. The riad has a sunny terrace, a lush garden, a bar and free WiFi, and the air-conditioned, soundproofed rooms come with private bathrooms and bathrobes. Reception and concierge service run around the clock, and breakfast is varied. It is made for relaxation and privacy, so I would not pick it for children's facilities or constant animation.

Sant Francesc Hotel Singular occupies a restored 19th-century manor house in Palma's Old Town, and its refined, historic setting suits calm families with older children best. Some rooms and suites have original frescoes or wood-beamed ceilings, which can spark curiosity in teenagers who enjoy history. The spa and wellness facilities give parents a quiet moment after sightseeing on foot. I would choose it for a family city break with teens rather than a holiday with toddlers needing play space.

Hotel Antigua Palma - Casa Noble is a five-star address in Palma's Old Town with an outdoor pool, which is the feature families will use most after a morning in the narrow streets. Room service and a concierge make logistics easier with children, and the hammam and spa give parents their own moment. Rated 9.3 by nearly 900 guests, I would choose it for a refined city break with older children rather than toddlers.

Hotel Cappuccino sits in Palma's Old Town, 500 metres from Palma Cathedral, and its on-site cinema is an unusual asset for families with older children on a rainy evening. The rooftop pool offers a break after sightseeing, and the interior courtyard with palm trees gives the place a calm feel. With an art collection, a spa and rooms designed by Jacques Grange, the hotel leans towards adults, so I would suggest it for families with teenagers rather than toddlers.

I would pick the Convent de la Missio for a quiet, adults-only city break in Palma de Mallorca. The hotel occupies a 17th-century monastery in the historic centre, so the narrow streets of the old town are on foot from the door. Inside, the gardened patios and the sauna give a calm place to return to after sightseeing. As a 5-star, adults-only property it suits couples and grown-up travellers, not families.

Concepcio by Nobis has a year-round outdoor swimming pool, a real asset for families visiting Palma outside summer as well. The sun terrace gives parents a place to rest while older children swim, and room service and a 24-hour front desk help on long travel days. The modern restaurant and bar keep dinners on site. With a design-led, five-star style and a sauna and fitness centre, I would suggest it for families with older children.