Son Vell
Understated countryside luxury. Honey-colored sandstone, terracotta floors, ancient wooden beams, and antiques alongside bespoke contemporary furniture. The working farm next door keeps things real — this is not a themed resort. It is a restored estate that happens to have excellent food and unusually beautiful rooms.
Ask for a Garden Junior Suite Sunset — the 115 sqm private terrace is a serious upgrade over standard garden rooms
Why It Matters
One of Menorca's most significant recent hotel openings, and the first hotel project from the family-owned Vestige Collection. Executive Chef Joan Bagur's flagship restaurant Vermell holds a coveted Guía Repsol entry (2024), Spain's top restaurant guide. The estate covers a full 180 hectares, including working farmland. Menorca itself is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The hotel is seasonal only — mid-April to end of October.
A working 180-hectare estate in western Menorca that opened as a luxury boutique hotel in 2023. At its centre: a honey-hued 18th-century Italianate manor house, meticulously restored using local materials and traditional methods, surrounded by citrus groves, olive trees, and a fragrant organic kitchen garden. Rooms spread across the manor, converted agricultural outbuildings, and purpose-built garden suites — all generously sized, all private. Two outdoor pools, two restaurants, an almost-private rocky cove within walking distance, and the Camí de Cavalls hiking trail starting right at the estate boundary. Small enough to feel genuinely secluded. Large enough that the estate swallows you whole.
Where You'll Stay
8 room types available
Deluxe Classic
Light-filled and elegant, this is the entry-level room and it's still 44 sqm. Positioned on the first floor of the original manor house, it comes with original architectural features blended with contemporary touches, a king-size bed (or twins on request), and a marble bathroom with freestanding tub and separate shower.
King or Twin · 44 sqm
Deluxe Superior
A proper 57 sqm room on the first floor of the main manor house, with views over the Menorcan countryside. Original features paired with contemporary touches, a large living room, and a freestanding bathtub. The extra square footage over the Deluxe Classic makes a noticeable difference.
King or Twin · 57 sqm
Deluxe Superior Garden
Set in the lovingly converted Old Barn, this room feels distinct from the manor house options — more intimate, with local wood, natural fabrics, and original sandstone. Marble bathroom with tub and separate shower, private garden access, and a solarium. The garden element is what makes it special.
King or Twin · 38 sqm
Garden Junior Suite
A 45 sqm light-filled suite in the newer garden buildings, with a generous living room that opens directly onto a 55 sqm private garden terrace. The pick for couples who want maximum outdoor privacy. Renovated with wood, natural fabrics, and original sandstone. The accessible-adapted version is also available in this category.
King or Twin · 45 sqm
Garden Junior Suite Sunset
The same 45 sqm interior footprint as the Garden Junior Suite, but with a dramatically larger 115 sqm private terrace and garden area. Oriented to catch the sunset. If you're deciding between garden suites, this one's the upgrade — the outdoor space is nearly three times bigger.
King or Twin · 45 sqm
Grand Suite
The most exclusive option at 150 sqm, on the second floor of the manor house with views over the rolling Menorcan countryside. Two ensuite bedrooms, a sunken bath, and a spacious living room. As good as it gets at Son Vell for sheer space and views.
King · 150 sqm
Terrace Suite
47 sqm inside plus a 15 sqm private terrace overlooking the estate gardens — that outdoor space is the reason to book this over the Deluxe Superior. Sits on the first floor of the manor house, fitted with designer furniture and fine materials, with a freestanding bathtub.
King or Twin · 47 sqm
Two Bedroom Suite
The big family option at 118 sqm inside the main manor building. Original Minorcan marés sandstone walls and ancient wooden beams set the atmosphere. Two bedrooms — a master with king bed and ensuite tub/shower, and a second with king (or twins) plus ensuite shower — plus a separate living room. The Terrace Suite can also connect to this for even more space.
King or Twin · 118 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
A specialist-guided tour of Ciutadella's galleries, foundations, private collections, and studios. A proper look at contemporary art and creative life on the island rather than a standard city tour.
Free bikes available for guests. Cala Son Vell (the hotel's semi-private cove) is an easy ride from the estate. Son Saura beach is around 15 minutes by bike. Roads on this side of the island are quiet and in good condition.
The experiences team can charter a boat for coastal exploration — bird and sea life watching, impressive cliffs, or hidden coves. Route is customised to what you're after.
The estate leads directly to Cala Son Vell, a rocky cove that is essentially semi-private to Son Vell guests. Easily reached on foot or by bike. A quiet, swimmable alternative to the busier Menorcan beaches.
The estate's outdoor cinema runs after dark — pick up a drink and snack and watch everything from cinematic classics to recent releases in the open air. A reliable crowd-pleaser.
A different artist, singer, or musician performs at restaurant Vermell every week throughout the season. Covers genres from acoustic to classical to contemporary — the hotel rotates the lineup to keep it fresh.
A guided 4x4 tour across the island covering varied landscapes, pretty villages, archaeological sites, and hidden calas. Ends at Torre del Ram for views over Ciutadella.
Choose between riding lessons on the estate itself or excursions along the historic Camí de Cavalls coastal path. Expert guides accompany all levels from beginners upward. The trail wraps the entire island — do an hour, a half-day, or a full day.
Daily Hatha yoga classes held on the open-air yoga deck in the gardens. Connects breath with posture, and given the setting — sunrise over an 18th-century estate — it's hard to imagine a better backdrop.
A pétanque pitch on the estate — old-school, no-pressure, and perfectly suited to an afternoon in the shade between pool sessions.
Guided paddle-boarding excursions exploring Menorca's bays and coves. Expert instruction included, so even absolute beginners can manage the calm Mediterranean waters.
Menorca was designated a Starlight Reserve in 2019 thanks to its genuinely low light pollution. The hotel can arrange guided stargazing sessions — on a clear night, the Milky Way is visible with the naked eye.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Capsule coffee machines in all rooms; compostable capsules used.
All rooms include a free minibar — a meaningful touch at this price tier.
A restored 18th-century oval pool and a newer, larger 30-metre pool. The main pool has a tiered deck with sunloungers, parasols, and its own poolside bar. A third smaller pool is also referenced by some sources.
An in-house experiences team embedded in the local Menorcan community. They can arrange activities on and off site — from boat charters to cultural tours to private dining experiences.
The hotel uses a geothermal air-conditioning system, with solar panels and geothermal wells generating approximately 60% of the property's energy.
A working organic vegetable garden supplies both restaurants. The estate also operates an on-site dairy farm — part of the hotel's farm-to-table philosophy and sustainability commitment.
Paid airport transfer service available on request. Rates depend on season and demand. Mahón Airport is approximately 55 km away.
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