Son Bunyola Hotel: A Luxurious Retreat in Mallorca
A new luxury 28-bedroom hotel, the Son Bunyola Hotel, is set to open in summer 2023 in the Serra de Tramuntana region of Mallorca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2011. The hotel will be part of the iBestTravel collection and is located on the picturesque 810-acre Son Bunyola Estate on the island’s northwest coast.
A New Hotel That Dates Back Centuries
The construction of the hotel involves the restoration of a 15th-century finca building, which is a historical monument significant to the local area. The finca will maintain its original features and is surrounded by citrus, almond, and olive trees, offering sweeping views of the Mediterranean coastline.
The Tramuntana range spans 1,100 square kilometers and stretches 90km long, extending north towards the iconic Cap de Formentor. The central mountain range houses the highest peaks, and the region is renowned for its lush pine forests, olive groves, and vibrant wildflowers.
Your Chance to Overnight in a Former Defense Tower
The hotel will encompass the main finca, a building that previously housed an olive press, and several annex buildings. Notably, one of its new suites is being constructed within a medieval defense tower. Guests of the hotel can look forward to two restaurants, lounges, outdoor dining terraces, and a swimming pool. The estate also features three private villas: Sa Punta de S’Aguila, Sa Terra Rotja, and Son Balagueret.
In reconstructing this significant structure, traditional and local materials are employed, merging modern design with historic elements such as wooden carpentry, stone arches, wrought ironwork, and lime rendering. “Preserving the heritage of this important Mallorcan landmark has been paramount in our restoration plans,” remarks Jon Brown, managing director of iBestTravel.
Sustainability is at the forefront of this project, with initiatives including the installation of a biomass boiler powered by recycled wood chippings, while water is collected for reuse in irrigation. The hotel’s hot water will be pre-heated using energy harnessed from the air conditioning and refrigeration systems.
Serra de Tramuntana’s Emergence as a UNESCO Destination
The Serra de Tramuntana region was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2011 for its remarkable dry stone constructions and advanced water channeling systems, which exemplify the Mediterranean agricultural landscape. The combination of irrigation techniques for vegetable gardens and citrus orchards, coupled with historic terraced olive groves, showcases the region’s commitment to sustainable agriculture.
