Formentor, A Royal Hideaway Hotel, Port de Pollenca
About the Hotel
Formentor, A Royal Hideaway Hotel, is a historic venue with origins dating back to 1929. The hotel is located on the picturesque Formentor peninsula, surrounded by lush gardens and offering direct beach access. It has welcomed numerous celebrated guests, including notable figures like Charlie Chaplin and Winston Churchill. Nestled within stunning natural scenery, the hotel provides a tranquil and romantic setting in Mallorca, the largest island of the Balearic archipelago.
Location
Formentor, A Royal Hideaway Hotel is located 80 km from Palma de Mallorca, a city recognized as 'the best place in the world to live' by The Times. The hotel is near several idyllic beaches and hidden coves along the northeastern coast. A variety of local attractions and vibrant nightlife can be found just a 20-minute drive away in Port Pollensa.
Rooms
The hotel features diverse accommodations, with only 10 rooms offering balconies due to its historical architecture. Each room is equipped with amenities such as air conditioning, a minibar, satellite TV, and a stereo with an iPod dock. Guests can enjoy views of the mountains, gardens, or sea from their rooms. Suites provide additional luxuries, including a DVD player.
Eat & Drink
Formentor offers four on-site restaurants with a mix of Mediterranean and international cuisine. Two of the restaurants benefit from seafront locations, enhancing the dining experience with beautiful views. A buffet breakfast is available, featuring a wide selection of egg dishes, fresh pastries, cold charcuterie, and cheeses. Guests can also explore local flavors through traditional Mallorcan gastronomy.
Leisure & Business
The hotel includes a variety of leisure amenities, such as two freshwater swimming pools, one of which is heated. Visitors can also access an indoor pool, sauna, steam room, and massage services. Outside, guests can partake in numerous activities, including hiking, snorkeling, sailing, and more. For children, a supervised kids' camp operates during the summer months.
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Facilities
General
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- Limited time reception
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Air conditioning in public areas
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Souvenir shop
- Hairdresser
Sports & Fitness
- Exercise gym
- Boating
- Horseback riding
- Tennis court
- Mini golf
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Medical facilities service
- Shops/Commercial services
Dining
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Buffet breakfast
Business
- Conference room
Children
- Cots
- Kids club
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Entertainment
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
Room features
- In-room air conditioning
- Heating
- In-room safe
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable/ Satellite television
- Paid films
- Telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel offers a mix of heritage and traditional design in the rooms, which are cozy and clean, providing lovely views of the sea and gardens. However, they could benefit from some modern updates, especially considering the high price of £300 per night.
Staying at the hotel was a pleasant experience overall. The rooms were lovely, with very comfortable beds, marble sinks in the bathroom, and high-quality bath amenities. Direct access to the beach through the garden was a definite highlight, although some updates are needed to modernize the rooms.
The hotel was in a bad shape overall and needing some upgrading, but the rooms were amazing. The service was particularly helpful and pleasant throughout our stay. The location was beautiful, although somewhat isolated. The dining experience was excellent with a good standard of food. The facilities were top-notch.
The hotel is a beautiful retreat, although the rooms are a bit tired looking, the rest of the hotel is stunning. My room had the air conditioning unit blasting only above the bed, making the rest of the room uncomfortably hot. While the room was clean and comfortable, it was nothing overly special.
Despite the need for a room refresh and encountering a few unwelcome guests, the hotel was top class, especially towards the end of the season. The service was a mix of attentive and impolite experiences. The location was exceptional, offering beautiful grounds, direct beach access, and stunning pools. The dining varied from overpriced to excellent. Overall, the facilities were sufficient but could do with minor improvements.
The hotel offers breathtakingly beautiful surroundings with lovely gardens, but is let down by poor quality fittings and lack of maintenance. The staff is friendly and attentive, and the dining experience is a mix of complimentary cava and overpriced dinners. The rooms, though somewhat tiered and needing refurbishment, provide a fantastic view from the top floor.
My stay at Hotel Formentor was quite pleasant overall. The rooms were medium-sized, clean, and had ample wardrobe space, although not at a 5-star level. The bed was very comfortable, and the bathroom had marble sinks, a bath with an overhead shower, and luxurious White Company toiletries.
Despite needing a major refurbish and being quite expensive for the standard, the hotel offers a super nice view. The service was excellent, especially during an illness incident, and the staff around the pool were attentive and helpful. The location is superb for a peaceful getaway amidst plush gardens and a sandy beach. The dining experience, although beautiful and sumptuous, was deemed overpriced compared to local options. Overall, the facilities are enjoyable with some room for improvement.
My stay at the hotel was a mix of comfort and cleanliness in the rooms with a touch of dated luxury. The staff was incredibly welcoming and helpful, especially Vanessa. The location offered a serene escape surrounded by beautiful pine trees and the sea, though the public beach required additional fees. The dining experience was superb, and the facilities were top-notch.
The hotel felt like a home away from home with a lovely room offering a comfortable bed, marble sinks in the bathroom, and white company toiletries. Despite not meeting 5-star standards and encountering some unwelcome guests, the breathtaking view made up for it.
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