We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Spain. We have also included accommodation in historic buildings, villas, country houses, apartments, boats, family-run hotels, manor houses, monasteries, mansions, romantic hotels, holiday homes, residences and boutique hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated February 2024.
PALMA DE MALLORCA. Boutique hotel.Historic property. Great bar. AN AUTHENTIC 17TH-CENTURY MALLORCAN HOUSE. HISTORY, DESIGN AND PRIVACY A former palace, Can Cera is a unique accommodation choice, devised to create a space that feels part luxury house in the old town, part members’ club. A charming blend of period furniture and contemporary artwork add drama and sophistication. If you love design, a visit to Can Cera is like enjoying an exclusive design treasure hunt, as you’ll discover celebrated chairs and lamps at every turn. Gorgeous antiques, theatrical floor-length curtains and evocative lighting create an interior which oozes intimacy and character. The airy rooms have antique-style furniture, minibar and flat-screen satellite TV. All of the air-conditioned rooms have free WiFi, and some have a balcony or terrace. The stylish, modern bathrooms have a bathrobe, slippers, a hairdyer with diffuser and a hairstraightener. The Hotel Can Cera has an attractive terrace and traditional courtyard. The spa has a free sauna, contrast shower and hot tub for private use and the hotel can also arrange massage at an extra cost. The hotel’s restaurant La Vermuteria offer Mediterranean cuisine and tapas, there is also a stylish bar. Can Cera boasts a genial location, nestled in Palma’s historical city centre and surrounded by palaces and plazas.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most HISTORIC boutique hotels in Spain.
ARCOS DE LA FRONTERA. Holiday Home.Delightful property. Gorgeous surroundings. Boasting a garden, private pool and garden views, Cortijo Bablou - Maison de vacances is set in Arcos de la Frontera. This property offers access to a terrace, table tennis, free private parking and free WiFi. You can play darts at the holiday home. The property is non-smoking and is situated 32 km from Montecastillo Golf Resort. The spacious holiday home is fitted with 4 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 4 bathrooms with a bidet, a hair dryer and a washing machine. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area. Arcos Gardens is 4 km from Cortijo Bablou - Maison de vacances, while Circuito de Jerez is 32 km from the property. The nearest airport is Jerez Airport, 40 km from the accommodation.Show full description
I think this is one of the most beautiful, relaxing and stylish holiday homes in Spain! It also has BEAUTIFUL SURROUNDINGS. WOW!
TINDAYA. Boutique hotel.Great views.Opened April 2021. Located in Tindaya, 11 km from Eco Museo de Alcogida, Alma Calma Hotel Rural provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Providing a terrace, the property is located within 20 km of Casa Museo Unamuno Fuerteventura. An à la carte, continental or Italian breakfast is available daily at the property. The hotel features a hot tub, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. Guest rooms in Alma Calma Hotel Rural are equipped with free toiletries and an iPad. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Italian, Pizza and local cuisine. Vegetarian and vegan options can also be requested. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at Alma Calma Hotel Rural. Fuerteventura Golf Club is 36 km from the hotel. The nearest airport is Fuerteventura Airport, 28 km from Alma Calma Hotel Rural.Show full description
VALENCIA. Boutique hotel.Trendy. Great location. The unique Caro Hotel is housed in a 19th-century palace in central Valencia, just 200 metres from Valencia Cathedral. Combining historical features with modern design, it has an outdoor pool open all year round. Designed by Francesc Rifé, each of the elegant rooms in the Caro is totally individual, with exquisite touches of minimalist design. Architecturally unique, parts of Caro Hotel date from up to 2000 years ago. All have a flat-screen satellite TV, air-conditioning and a free minibar. The bathrooms include Bvlgari toiletries, a bathrobe and slippers. The cuisine of restaurant Alma del Temple offers a relaxed service that based on traditional ingredients and gives a protagonism to the kitchen. Original features include a 2nd-century Roman mosaic, part of the 13th-century Arabic city walls and Gothic arches. The façade dates from the 19th century. Plaza de la Virgen and Valencia's basilica are within 5 minutes’ walk of the hotel. La Lonja de la Seda, the medieval market and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a 10-minute walk away.Show full description
SANT MIQUEL DE BALANSAT. Boutique hotel.Lovely property. Great views. The attractive Can Pardal is located in Sant Miquel de Balansat in Ibiza. This restored 15th-century country house offers a garden, outdoor pool and stylish rooms with free Wi-Fi. The air-conditioned rooms at Agroturismo Can Pardal feature traditional Balearic décor, with tiled floors, white walls and wooden beams. Each one has flat-screen satellite TV and an iPod docking station. A pillow menu is available. The hotel’s restaurant serves a set menu on request. Staff at reception can provide information about what to see and do in Ibiza. Massage, bicycle and car rental services are also available. You can drive to Ibiza’s north coast in just 7 minutes. Ibiza Town is a 20-minute drive from Can Pardal, and Ibiza-San José Airport is around 30 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
DEIA. Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. La Residencia, A Belmond Hotel, Mallorca is located in the charming artist village of Deià, Mallorca. With its building dating back to the 16th century, the hotel features 2 outdoor pools, an award-winning restaurant and a spa. All rooms at the hotel are unique and feature traditional Mallorcan decor and antique furnishings. La Residencia, A Belmond Hotel, Mallorca boasts a permanent art exhibition and a sculpture garden. Offering sea and mountain views, the hotel has a hot tub and 2 tennis courts, and a tennis coach is available. There is also a sauna and a wellness centre. Complimentary boat excursions are offered during the summer. WiFi is free in all areas. There are fresh flowers and fruit in rooms every day. There are also classical music concerts and the hotel has a Steinway Piano. Fun donkey trails can be organised with the hotel´s resident donkeys in the olive groves. Staff can organise a private airport transfer. Owners of the property, artists themselves, can provide painting and sculpting lessons to the guests upon request. El Olivo is an award-winning à la carte restaurant. Café Miró is casual and offers tapas and local cuisine. There is also a pool restaurant and a snack bar. Free private parking is available.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most ELEGANT boutique hotels in Spain.
SÓLLER. Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Nice surroundings. Popular among women. The Salvia - Adults Only is a restored 19th-century mansion located in Sóller, on the northwest coast of Mallorca. Set in gardens, it has a seasonal pool and elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi and mountain views. All rooms and suites at The Salvia - Adults Only have traditional tiled floors, antique furniture and air conditioning. They also have satellite TV. The spacious bathrooms come with bathrobes, hairdryer and free toiletries. The large gardens have both shaded and sun terraces with loungers and sunshades. There is a lounge and a library, and a bar with Satellite channels which is open all day. Breakfast is included in your room rate and can be enjoyed on the terrace. Tourist information can be provided at the The Salvia - Adults Only’s reception. Port de Soller is only 3 kms from the town of Soller. Son Termens Golf Course is 17 km away. Palma is 30 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
The Salvia is a charming boutique hotel in Sóller, Mallorca. It is housed in a restored 19th-century Merchants House and provides personalized service with its limited number of suites.
BENISSA. Boutique hotel.Great location. Discover an oasis of calm on the Costa Blanca set within exotic gardens and boasting spectacular views over the bay, this luxurious boutique hotel is a beautifully converted country home. Formerly Sarah Brightman’s house, this famous English singer’s home has been renovated into an exclusive hotel for a luxurious stay in Alicante. Enjoy a good book in the charming library with views over the landscaped gardens. Soak up the glorious sunshine on the poolside loungers while gazing at the amazing Mediterranean views. Cool off in the fantastic outdoor pool or enjoy a siesta under one of the shady palm trees. Take the short journey down to golden beaches and mild Mediterranean waters of Calpe bay. Stay active and outdoors with a game of tennis on the Madrugada’s court. Later, you can savour a delicious drink in the relaxed lounge bar. The Madrugada enjoys a secluded position in the Pou Roig forests and enjoys wonderful privacy making you feel even more exclusive.Show full description
This exclusive boutique hotel in Benissa is a tranquil retreat with a charming outdoor pool and lush gardens that overlook the sea. The property features a cozy lounge, a bar, and a library, creating a serene atmosphere for guests to unwind.
DEIA. Country House.Great views. Popular among couples. This small romantic hotel is set in a renovated country house dating from the 17th-century, still retaining many characterful original features. To these have been added luxury features to enhance your stay. Once the Majorcan home of Archduke Louis Salvador of Austria, this designated Site of Historic Interest has been updated to include a wonderful outdoor swimming pool, which falls away to reveal to stunning views along the northern coastline. Away from the pool you are able to stroll through the lush, colourful gardens and sea-view terraces which surround the house.Show full description
Sa Pedrissa is a one-of-a-kind boutique hotel set in a beautifully renovated 17th-century country house. The rooms are spacious and offer breathtaking mountain views. The hotel has a romantic and private atmosphere, ideal for a peaceful retreat or a romantic getaway.
SANTA EUGENIA. Boutique hotel.Charming. Nice surroundings. Popular among couples. Set in extensive gardens, Finca Sa Torre de Santa Eugènia is 15 minutes' drive from Palma. This charming rustic hotel offers 2 seasonal outdoor pools and an impressive 15th-century cellar restaurant. Featuring tiled floors and wooden beams, the stylish apartments come with a furnished balcony. The lounge-diner has a flat-screen satellite TV and a sofa. There is a well-equipped kitchen with a fridge. A continental breakfast and room service are available at the Sa Torre de Santa Eugènia. The restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine and features high stone arches and large wine vats. The hotel has a free Wi-Fi zone and you can hire a car from the tour desk. There is free parking nearby and Palma Airport is just 20 minutes’ drive away. You can drive to some great beaches and golf courses in 15 minutes.Show full description
CALA BLAVA. Boutique hotel.Historic. Popular among couples. Cap Rocat, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World is a former military fortress, carefully restored to offer 5-star luxury accommodation. The hotel offers wonderful views of the Mediterranean Sea and the Majorcan countryside. Hotel Cap Rocat, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World is set in a quiet area of Palma Bay, near Cala Blava. Cap Rocat, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World’s restaurant serves fresh Mediterranean food. The hotel has direct access to the sea. There is also an outdoor swimming pool and sun terrace. The hotel offers a Spa which guests can use for free, and a Hammam at an extra cost. There are also tennis courts and a fitness centre with a personal training service. Outdoor yoga and pilates classes are also offered. Rooms at the hotel offer a private balcony, air conditioning and a minibar. They also come with a bathrobe and slippers, as well as a CD and DVD player. The hotel also offers large public lounges and patios. Free Wi-Fi access is available in all areas. For safety reasons due to the unique architecture of the fortress, Cap Rocat, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World cannot accommodate children younger than 15 years old.Show full description
It has a spa, multiple dining options, an infinity pool, and a private beach. The attention to detail in preserving the historic environment and the stunning bayfront location make Cap Rocat a exceptional choice for travelers seeking a blend of history and luxury.
COSTA CALMA. Apartment.Great location. Boasting pool with a view, YOUR OCEAN EYES is situated on the beachfront in Costa Calma. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the apartment free of charge. The apartment features a sun terrace and a 24-hour front desk. The apartment has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with sea views. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the mountain views. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Sightseeing tours are available within a reachable distance of the property. A car rental service is available at YOUR OCEAN EYES, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Sotavento Beach, Esmeralda Beach and Costa Calma Beach. The nearest airport is Fuerteventura Airport, 66 km from YOUR OCEAN EYES.Show full description
SON SERVERA. Boutique hotel.Unique. Lovely surroundings. Featuring an indoor pool, outdoor pool and spa & wellness centre, Son Gener is an 18th-century farmhouse in Son Servera. The recently renovated rustic property offers free Wi-Fi throughout and parking on site. Each air-conditioned suite includes a seating area and flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The bathroom comes with a bath, shower and free toiletries. Guests can try the fruits and vegetables produced from the organic garden. The owners have their own wine cellar with excellent Majorcan wines. Pula Golf Club is a 7-minute drive from Son Gener and Cala Bona Beach is 3 km away. Palma de Mallorca Airport can be reached in 1 hour by car.Show full description
SINEU. Boutique hotel.Nice style. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. Can Joan Capo - Adults Only is a restored building in the centre of the small town of Sineu, in Mallorca’s interior. It offers free WiFi and a salted water swimming pool. Rooms have been designed with handmade furniture, and each is unique. Some rooms come with a spa bath and some with a hydromassage shower. Guests are offered 2 free bottles of water in their room. Can Joan Capo - Adults Only restaurant serves innovative Mediterranean cuisine, prepared with seasonal local produce. The hotel offers tourist information and organises hiking excursions. The hotel can arrange massage and other treatments, and also offer advice on golf and horse riding. Bike rental services are available. The town of Sineu is made up of medieval streets and has a popular weekly market. From this central location you can easily reach the rest of the island. The airport is about 30 km away.Show full description
Can Joan Capo is a charming boutique hotel in a beautiful town. It stands out with its superb interior design and tranquil atmosphere. The hotel has a restaurant, a wine cellar, and a saltwater pool.
PALMA DE MALLORCA. Boutique hotel.Great value. The 5-star Sant Francesc Hotel Singular is located in a 19th-century manor house in the beautiful Plaza de Sant Francesc. Located in the old town of Palma de Mallorca, it is only 300 metres from Palma Cathedral and 600 metres from Palma Port. All are tastefully designed to make you feel at home, many with wood-beamed ceilings and covered verandas, as well as others that feature original frescoes and moldings. The hotel has 42 elegant rooms and suites. All the rooms have free WiFi access, air conditioning, a Nespresso coffee maker, minibar, flat-screen TV and satellite television. The Sant Francesc Hotel Singular has an elegant restaurant, Restaurant Quadrat, a lobby bar and patio, and the Singular Rooftop Terrace, with a 30 m² pool, where you can enjoy the wonderful views over Plaza Sant Francesc. The hotel also has a gym and offers beauty treatments.Show full description
This luxurious hotel in the old town of Palma stands out for its stunning architecture, contemporary art, and unique design. It has a spa for a luxurious and relaxing experience. The rooftop terrace with a pool and sushi bar offers breathtaking sea views, making it a perfect place to unwind and enjoy the surroundings.
VALLDEMOSSA. Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Popular among women. This stunning, converted country house offers rustic accommodation with contemporary modern touches and is situated in Valldemossa, within the Sierra de Tramuntana Mountains, boasting fabulous valley views. Mirabó is an inviting and family-run hotel that provides elegant accommodation in unbeatable surroundings. The building itself is a 16th century farmhouse, tastefully converted into a hotel exploiting its period features to preserve a unique and enticing character. Located 15 km from Palma, the area offers a range of things to see and do, from outdoor activities like walking, boat trips and golf to visiting charming towns and villages. . Show full description
ES CAPDELLA. Boutique hotel. Set just outside Es Capdellà in the Mallorcan countryside, Castell Son Claret - The Leading Hotels of the World is a restored castle, made of 7 different historic buildings. It boasts an outdoor swimming pool with stunning views. Each room at the Castell Son Claret - The Leading Hotels of the World, has a unique design and size. The luxurious bathroom comes with a large shower, bathrobes, slippers and free designer toiletries. All the stylish air-conditioned rooms and suites have Egyptian cotton bed linen and a flat-screen TV. There is free Wi-Fi and free wired internet in each room. The elegant suites feature a separate living area with a dining table and sofa, as well as a private terrace or garden. Bellesa de Claret Spa offers a range of treatments, including massages outside in the beautiful hotel gardens. The Castell Bar, set in the former chapel, serves unique cocktails and a large selection of whiskies. Castell Son Claret - The Leading Hotels of the World also has meeting rooms, inside a restored mill in the grounds. Puerto Portals is 14 km from Castell Son Claret - The Leading Hotels of the World and the centre of Palma de Mallorca is 25 km away.Show full description
VALLDEMOSSA. Country House.Beautiful. Great value. Popular among women. Set in lush gardens featuring old Moorish mills, Agroturismo Son Viscos overlooks the beautiful Valldemossa Valley in the Mallorcan countryside. It offers stylish décor and air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi. Each spacious individually designed room features antique furniture and white washed walls. You can enjoy traditional Mallorcan products for breakfast, served on Agroturismo Son Viscos’s charming terrace with views of the Valldemossa Monastery and surrounding mountains. The rooms are open-plan and the bathroom area opens directly onto the sleeping or dressing area. The house also has a country-style kitchen and a spacious living area with fireplace. The centre of Valldemossa is 1.5 km from the house. The beaches at Port de Soller are a 25-minute drive away. Palma de Mallorca and its airport are within a 20-minute drive.Show full description
SELVA. Boutique hotel.Great location. Set in the foothills of Sierra de Tramuntana Mountains, in the small town of Selva, Finca Son Arnau features a garden with an outdoor pool, sun loungers, and a furnished terrace. This 18th-century building has been restored into a charming hotel with free Wi-Fi, featuring a combination of traditional Mallorcan and modern styles. The property also includes an à la carte restaurant, shared lounge, and meeting and banquet facilities. There is air conditioning and heating in the entire hotel. All rooms have a private bathroom with a bathtub or a shower, hairdryer, and free toiletries. Some rooms have views of the mountains, and suites feature a private terrace and spa bath. Room service and packed lunches are available. Reception is open 24 hours a day. Pollença Golf Club is 24 km from the hotel and Port d’Alcudia and its beaches can be reached in 30 minutes by car.Show full description
FERRERIES. Boutique hotel.Charming. Superb interior design. This stylishly restored 19th-century hotel is in the village of Ferreries. Original sandstone architecture is complemented by natural materials and green energy sources to create an eclectic atmosphere. Hotel Ses Sucreres Small & Slow Hotel has a lounge with a fireplace, a courtyard with a fountain and a rooftop terrace with views over the town. All simple but chic rooms feature a ceiling fan and private bathroom. All rooms include breakfast made with seasonal, local produce. Ferreries is in the centre of the island, between the capital Maó and Ciutadella. There are several footpaths from the hotel that allow guests to discover the island.Show full description
I would describe this as the most charming, creative and cosy boutique hotel in Spain. Soooo nice!
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