The building goes back to the 13th century, when it was an actual castle, not a hotel dressed up to look like one. Arabella Hospitality SE runs it today under Marriott's Luxury Collection, and it holds a Michelin Key. The 164 rooms, including 10 suites, were recently redesigned with island-typical styling.

Castillo Son Vida keeps three restaurants and two bars on the property, which is a lot of choice for a hotel this far up the hill from Palma. The setting does the work: you are eating inside a former castle building on the Son Vida estate, surrounded by golf course, with the city down below. It is an adults-only hotel, so the atmosphere at dinner runs quiet rather than family-paced.

• Building dates back to the 13th century, originally a castle
• 164 rooms including 10 suites, recently redesigned with island-typical styling
• Holds a Michelin Key
• Adults-only property
• 900 sq m spa area with three pools
• Located between three Arabella Golf Mallorca courses
• Operated by Arabella Hospitality SE, branded under Marriott's Luxury Collection

Castillo Hotel Son Vida sits in Son Vida, Palma de Mallorca, wedged between three Arabella Golf Mallorca courses. It's an adults-only property.

RAIXA, 2. URBANITZACIÓ SON VIDA, S/N. 07013 PALMA, Mallorca

How old is the building at Castillo Hotel Son Vida?

It dates back to the 13th century, when the site was a castle. The current 164-room hotel now occupies that building.

Does Castillo Hotel Son Vida hold a Michelin Key?

Yes, it holds a Michelin Key, part of Michelin's hotel-rating program separate from its restaurant stars.

Is Castillo Hotel Son Vida adults-only?

Yes, it's an adults-only property.

What's the spa like at Castillo Hotel Son Vida?

The hotel has a 900 sq m spa area with three pools.

Is Castillo Hotel Son Vida close to golf courses?

Yes, it sits between three Arabella Golf Mallorca courses.

Who operates Castillo Hotel Son Vida?

Arabella Hospitality SE runs it, branded under Marriott's Luxury Collection.