Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, Formentera: four little paradises in the Mediterranean, so close yet so different, which, beyond the clichés, have managed to preserve their charm and authenticity. Here is our selection of addresses – brand-new boutique hotels and exceptional restaurants – for experiencing the Balearic Islands in bohemian chic style.
PETUNIA HOTEL IN IBIZA RETRO ATMOSPHERE
Newly opened in the southwest of the island, Petunia breathes new life and charm into a former hotel, located directly opposite Es Vedra, a mythical and magnetic rock. Between its lush gardens and ceramic-frescoed pool, its 42 rooms and 3 restaurants, the latest venture from the Beaumier group evokes the nostalgia of Ibiza's golden age. Architect and artist Lula Galeano has masterfully captured the energy and glamour of the 1970s by combining vintage furniture and pastel colors. A harmonious setting, perfect for rejuvenation, whether you choose a treatment at the wellness center, a bike ride through nature, a paddleboarding excursion along the coves, a yoga session, or an open-air cinema screening.
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HOTEL DUNAS DE FORMENTERA DISCREET REFUGE
The smallest of the four main Balearic Islands has recently welcomed a new hotel, as elegant as it is peaceful, opened by the Marugal group. Dunas de Formentera takes its name from the dunes of Migjorn beach that surround it: a wild and unspoiled natural setting that guests of the 44 rooms, 25 of which have sea views, can fully enjoy. The deep blue sea is visible from everywhere! The use of natural light, the choice of colors (terracotta, beige, blue, off-white), and the contrast of materials (silky fabrics, jute, etc.) give the interiors a distinctive character. The hotel's DNA is rooted in slow living, respect for the environment, and understated luxury. Surprisingly, the restaurant blends Mediterranean, Peruvian, and Mexican cuisines.
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SON VELL HOTEL IN MINORCA: HERITAGE AS INHERITANCE
A collection of hotels and private estates, recently established in historically significant buildings throughout Spain, has emerged under the aptly named name Vestige. The initiative comes from the passionate Madera Fernandez family. Son Vell is the very first. It occupies a sumptuous 18th-century manor house and its outbuildings in the heart of a working farm. The beaches are just a short walk away, as is the Camí de Cavalls, the coastal path, ideal for horseback riding. Surrounding the property are the unspoiled Menorcan countryside, archaeological sites, and the charming port city of Ciutadella. Thirty-three rooms and suites occupy the meticulously restored premises, adorned with contemporary artworks and creations by local artisans.
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SON BLANC HOTEL IN MINORCA: ZEN ATTITUDE
Benedicta Linares Pearce and Benoît Pellegrini dreamed of a new kind of eco-friendly, self-sufficient hostel that didn't neglect its aesthetic appeal. Anne-Cécile Comar of the Parisian architecture firm Atelier du Pont brilliantly rose to the challenge. To revive and transform this old farmhouse on a 130-hectare estate in the heart of Menorca into a hotel, she prioritized locally sourced materials and collaborated with artisans who perpetuate traditional skills. After five years of work, Son Blanc was born, boasting 15 rooms, including one reserved for artist residencies, massage rooms, an orchard and herb garden to supply the restaurant, pottery workshops, and meditation sessions in the forest… it's the ideal place to reconnect with nature. You're guaranteed to fall in love with the surroundings, nestled among pines and olive trees, and with the swimming pool carved into the rock, offering stunning sea views.
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RESTAURANT EL SILENCIO IN IBIZA ESPRIT BEACH HOUSE
A beach restaurant overseen by three-Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco, another brand new one, the Izakaya Urusai, a cocktail bar, a pool area, a cove with blond sand, renowned DJs: until October 1st, members of the Silencio club are partying in Cala Moli… just like in the sixties.
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