Deià, Mallorca, Spain
La Residencia sits on the hillside of Deià, the stone village in the Tramuntana mountains that has drawn writers and painters for a century. The hotel is spread across restored 16th- and 17th-century manor houses, surrounded by olive groves and lemon trees.
The Property
The hotel has around 70 rooms and suites in four buildings, plus a private villa. There are two outdoor pools, a spa with a heated indoor pool, tennis courts and bikes for guests.
Dinner at El Olivo happens inside a 17th-century olive mill, and Café Miró has original works by Joan Miró on its walls. In summer there’s a daily sailing trip, and the walk down to the tiny cove of Cala Deià takes about 20 minutes (and the way back is uphill).
Why It’s Here
La Residencia is here because it feels like Mallorca before the crowds. It’s a Belmond, but it has kept the spirit of an artists’ village: whitewashed walls, beamed ceilings, terracotta floors, local antiques and a garden full of character. It’s above all a hotel for couples: romantic, quiet and full of character.
The Rooms
Rooms are spread across the old manor houses, each with a slightly different feel.
Garden rooms: In the Son Canals and Son Moragues buildings, facing the main garden.
Pool-view rooms: In Son Fony, close to the pool and breakfast.
Tramuntana rooms and suites: At the top of the hill, with the most privacy and mountain views.
Suites with plunge pools: Some suites have a terrace or their own small pool.
My recommendation: For a couple, a room or suite in the Tramuntana building; it’s quieter and the views over the mountains are the reason you come to Deià.
Ideal For
Couples, honeymooners and anyone who loves art, good food and quiet villages. Less ideal for travelers who want to walk straight onto a sandy beach, or for families looking for a full kids’ program.
Good to Know
Location: Deià, on the northwest coast of Mallorca, in the Serra de Tramuntana
Nearest airport: Palma de Mallorca (PMI), about 45 minutes by car
Getting there: By car; a rental car is the easiest way to explore the coast
Best time to visit: May, June, September and early October. The hotel is seasonal, so check opening dates
Children: welcome, with a seasonal kids’ club (May to September) and babysitting on request
Tip: Spend an afternoon in Valldemossa, about 20 minutes away, and have lunch at Ca’s Patró March in Cala Deià
Book It
Ready to stay? Book La Residencia through me and you’ll receive exclusive perks like daily breakfast for two and a hotel credit, plus an upgrade if one is available at check-in. Send me your dates and I’ll take it from there.
