You'll remember the ambiance of this place long after you've stayed. Unpretentious and relaxed, with no pressure to do anything other than laze by the pool and read a book, or wander through olive groves when the mood takes you, it is utterly restorative. Owners James and Paola honed their hosting skills at nearby Finca es Castell before opening their own agroturismo here, and are brilliant at creating a welcoming house party atmosphere that is laid back but quietly efficient; child-friendly but not offputtingly so for couples. With buddingly beautiful gardens, glorious pool and several terraces, there's plenty of space for everyone. Eleven rooms and family suites are spread across the old finca and new wing.
Italian-Kenyan by birth, Paola is a trained cook, and her homegrown dinners are a big draw, enjoyed in a lovely, candlelit, indoor-outdoor dining space. There is also a clutch of excellent local restaurants; this isn't a place to diet. But spend some time hiking and cycling in the glorious Tramuntana mountains (James will show you routes, or guide you if he's free), and you'll deserve the fabulous food and wine come sunset.
Highs
- If you want a boutique bolthole to escape and recharge, with simple pleasures and fine food, within 45 mins of a well-connected airport, look no further
- We loved the bucolic setting, surrounded by fields with the rugged Tramuntana mountains as a backdrop; views are incredible
- Great rates include a superb breakfast
- Only 11 rooms (a mix of doubles, twins and family rooms), which maintains the peace and personal service
- It's also well placed for day trips to Lluc, Pollensa, Alcudia and beaches
Lows
- The pool is too deep for young children to stand (1.5-2m)
- Some bedrooms have limited headroom
- The room decor is handsome rather than cutting-edge chic
- The delicious dinners are a set menu, and not available on Sundays or Mondays (but other restaurants are just 2km away)
- You'll need a hire car
Best time to go
Spring (March-April) and autumn (Sept-Oct) are ideal for walking. Summer (June-Sept) is good for swimming at Pollensa and Alcudia, though it can get very busy in August. Pollensa has a music and cultural festival in July-August. The finca closes for a few weeks from mid November to February.
Our top tips
4-5 days would be perfect for a relaxing break, with time for a couple of hikes, a visit to Lluc, a swim in the sea and maybe a game of tennis or golf. You might want to tack on a couple of days in Palma at the end.
Walkers should bring sturdy footwear, a sunhat, a big water bottle and, for offbeat exploration, tough trousers to protect against the tall, sharp-edged pampas grass.
Walkers should bring sturdy footwear, a sunhat, a big water bottle and, for offbeat exploration, tough trousers to protect against the tall, sharp-edged pampas grass.
Location
Hotel Son Ametler is just outside the village of Moscari in the northwest of Mallorca.
By Air:
Palma (44km). Click on the links below for a list of airlines serving this airport.
From the Airport
Transfers can be arranged through the hotel but you'll probably want a hire car to explore the local area; there's no public transport that easily reaches here. See our car rental recommendations.
Detailed directions will be sent to you when your booking is confirmed through i-escape.com.
More on getting to Mallorca and getting around
Airports:
- Palma 44.0 km PMI
Other:
- Beach 22.0 km
- Shops 2.0 km
- Restaurant 2.0 km
Our guests' ratings...
Based on 18 independent reviews from i-escape guests
We absolutely loved our 3 night stay at this beautiful finca hotel. The weather in early November was not kind and we experienced lots of rain! However we loved being at the hotel as it was so friendly and welcoming there. Paola is a fantastic cook and our 3 course dinners were delicious. Leigh looked after us as well and was really helpful with local knowledge and generally making sure we were happy. We will return next year earlier in the season so we can enjoy the pool and outdoor area. You do need a hire car here as it is reasonably remote..but beautiful!
Beautiful location with pretty grounds and pool. The staff are outstanding, making a huge difference to the success of our stay. Led by Leigh they were helpful, efficient, and always cheerful. We were with our 12 year old granddaughter who is allergic to dairy and they made an enormous effort to ensure she was not only safe but happy with her food. The lack of attention to detail in the room was the only slight let down-mediocre toiletries, no tissues or shower cap for example but this is very minor in the context of a wonderful stay in a wonderful place. This is the kind of singular, special hotel that i-escape are so good at identifying.
Son Ametler is a little gem in an unspoiled part of Mallorca, excellent for the type of walking we enjoy. Everything was perfect however, we were a little surprised that it should attract people with very young children who were not always well behaved. The dinners were outstanding and on the nights the hotel restaurant was closed we enjoyed two very good dinners in Selva. We have no hesitancy in recommending this hotel.
We absolutely loved this hotel. We stayed with our two children which the room was perfectly set up for. It was probably one of my most favourite buffet breakfasts and we lingered a long time over the view. The pool is the star of the hotel - the views out over the countryside were epic. The only downside of the hotel is you need to book in dinner in the morning. We were never organised enough with our plans for the day to do this.
Beautiful, quiet location, with spacious rooms and views. Good size balconies and comfortable beds. The service from the point of booking to checking out was consistently friendly, helpful and welcoming. We loved the simplicity of having a menu of the day and dined in both nights that food was available. On the Sunday, we took Leigh’s recommendation in nearly Selva, which was also delightful. There are wonderful walks from the door and so many lovely places and beaches to visit, before returning the peace and beauty of the pool or terrace. We will always remember gazing out at the valley, with the gentle sound of sheep bells. We hope to return.
Son Ametler was absolutely fantastic. Amazing location, rooms, service and food. Wholly recommend it!
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