Hotel Es Castell
3 hotel reviews for Hotel Es Castell
We were already three times on Mallorca, but this time was it our best holiday on this island. Away from the mass tourism. Everything was perfect the food, the local wines, the stylish room, the whole atmosphere, the service, the wonderful location everything! We have us felt very comfortable!
The Finca: beautiful and lovingly restored, lovely uneven pavement, old thick walls. Perfect holiday for all the time in the hectic work for peace and recovery so long for party rabbits unsuitable.
We'll be on each case next year again and thank us a... Read more
in June 11,
Elisabeth & Reinhard, Age 46-50, Couple
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Country house in an idyllic villages with great views and pure nature. Very welcoming hosts. Very well maintained and family. A great place for hiking and excursions on the whole island to or just to relax on the pool. At any time gladly again ☺ Read more
in May 10,
Tanja, Age 26-30, Couple
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Interesting quotes from the reviews
Hotel in general
- in June 10
The rooms are charming, comfortable and full of character.
- in June 10
- full of character
- in August 10
I don't have much to add to the other reviews here other than to heartily recommend Es Castell to anyone looking for hassle-free relaxation in the Majorcan sun with the added bonus of incredible food and hospitality from James and the team.
- in August 10
incredibly friendly and lovely place for young children (1)
incredibly friendly and lovely place for young children (1)
- in May 10
The staff are all very friendly and helpful, and a couple of the spanish ladies that work during the day were incredibly friendly and lovely towards our young children.
- in May 10
- in June 10
From the moment you arrive to the moment you reluctantly leave, this special place envelopes you in its calm, peaceful, authentic charm.
- in June 10
- such great memories
- in June 10
older and wiser, we chose Es Castell and were rewarded with a wonderful holiday in this exquisite, peaceful retreat.
- in June 10
- in October 10
The rooms have rustic charm and we loved the fact that there were so many different areas to sit, relax and take in the views.
- in October 10
- not staying there
Room
- in May 10
some have amazing views so I imagine it's quite difficult to even venture as far as the lovely pool.
- in May 10
- in May 10
The rooms are beautifully decorated and furnished, generating a very nice sense of space.
- in May 10
- great view room
- in June 10
He was up and waiting for us, and after getting us settled in our room, brought a lovely light supper and a bottle of wine from his cellar.
- in June 10
- lovely toiletries
- in September 10
Evening dinner was served on the terrace, which is very nice , the food was of really great no complaints at all and the view while dining was one not to be missed.
- in September 10
- in May 10
They all seem to be tucked away around the Finca so you feel that your room is somehow rather exclusive!
- in May 10
- in April 10
The room we had was great, and the bed very comfortable.
- in April 10
- in April 10
The sitting room led on to a terrace with views to die for.
- in April 10
Service
- in May 10
James & family were excellent hosts, the food was delicious, the pool & gardens were lovely and the rooms were great.
- in May 10
- excellent skills
- in September 10
James and his team are truly experienced at making you feel welcome.
- in September 10
- great hospitality
- in June 10
James and Paola are the perfect hosts - friendly, attentive but always unobtrusive.
- in June 10
- spot on and fantastic staff
- in April 10
James is a superb host, but he is also hands on, and works very hard at making sure the cogs run smoothly .
- in April 10
- the staff making you feel at home
- top notch hospitality
- speak English but without staff
Location
- in August 10
The hotel is charming, very well cared for and in a beautiful setting.
- in August 10
- in September 10
Es Castell is set in beautiful surroundings and I didn't leave the finca but spent my time reading in the hammoc under the olive trees, relaxing by the swimming pool, taking walks in the surrounding olive groves.
- in September 10
- in June 10
And if you should become bored with paradise, there are delightful trips in the Mallorcan countryside.
- in June 10
- in June 10
Since we're talking about food, you should know there are some fine restaurants on Majorca and Finca Es Castell is one of them.
- in June 10
- good restaurants
- in June 10
Finca Es Castell takes perfect advantage of this setting -- idyllic begins to describe it, but not thoroughly enough -- as you walk thru its courtyard paved with stones put in place in the XI century.
- in June 10
- in May 10
The location is stunning, and quiet but yet not 'cut-off', you can visit the local towns easily if you have a car.
- in May 10
- in October 10
There is little more to add to the other reviewers' positive reviews - the setting is stunning and we thoroughly enjoyed the evening meal which provided restaurant quality food.
- in October 10
- wonderful surroundings
- in June 10
This is a whole other Majorca, not far in miles but still a different world from the high rises and crowded beaches along the coast.
- in June 10
Gastronomy
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cooked to perfection fish and lamb from estate (1)
cooked to perfection fish and lamb from estate (1)
- in August 10
The food really is excellent, locally sourced fish and lamb from the estate cooked to perfection.
- in August 10
- delicious cakes
- in October 10
There is little more to add to the other reviewers' positive reviews - the setting is stunning and we thoroughly enjoyed the evening meal which provided restaurant quality food.
- in October 10
- in April 10
We so much wanted good food, congenial hosts that were helpful and generous of spirit , hotel guests that did not feel that a good time can only be had with endless pints of ale and hotel staff that were delightful.
- in April 10
- in September 10
The food was great, lovely sallads at lunch time and dinners were served on the star lit roof terrace with beautiful mountain views.
- in September 10
- lovely food
- very good and enjoyable evening meals
- in May 10
The home cooked food is wonderful and James keeps a great selecion of Mallorcan wines to sample.
- in May 10
- local fresh ingredients
- in June 10
Picture a buffet table set up with local sobrasada spiced with pepper and hot paprika, botifarro, and other cold sausages, thin slices of Serrano ham, cheeses, pastries, breads, fruit and freshly squeezed juices and French-press coffee.
- in June 10
Sport & Entertainment
- in July 10
Beautiful, ancient farmhouse in the foothills of the mountains with an amazing garden and pool, excellent food, friendly and heipful hosts and an atmosphere of peace and tranquility.
- in July 10
- beautiful pool
- great pool
- in May 10
) there is plenty of sightseeing to be had, lovely walks - short and long - and incredible cycling.
- in May 10
- in May 10
James & family were excellent hosts, the food was delicious, the pool & gardens were lovely and the rooms were great.
- in May 10
- in May 10
The finca is a delightful oaisis nestling under the tramuntana mountains with lovely grounds and a spectacular elevated views over the surrounding farmlands.
- in May 10
- in May 10
some have amazing views so I imagine it's quite difficult to even venture as far as the lovely pool.
- in May 10
- much appreciated pool
- in May 10
The surroundings of the Finca are just what you need to disconnect from the busy routine: some of the oldest olive plantations of the island, hiking trails and a nice garden with a pool to relax.
- in May 10