I was fortunate enough to visit the stunning Hospes Maricel & Spa recently for a whirlwind 24 hour stay. I knew I was in for a treat as Hospes Hotels are all so beautiful and unique, and the Maricel certainly didn’t disappoint.
You know you are arriving somewhere special when you are greeted at reception with the offer of a glass of Cava, before you’ve even checked in! My kind of welcome!
The hotel features 51 bedrooms in total – 29 in the main Palacio building and 22 in the Natura building, which is accessed via a cleverly landscaped walkway. The bedrooms in the Palacio are elegant and chic and the Natura bedrooms feature open brick walls and Zen pools on their balconies/terraces – luxury guaranteed whichever room type you choose.
Meeting facilities are available from 25 to 80 theatre style and, if taking natura building exclusively, you can use the impressive ground floor lobby/lounge area for multiple purposes including meetings, product launches and dinners up to 110 people. It also has access for cars so is the perfect option for automotive events.
After my show round, lunch on the terrace was just perfect – impeccable service, great food and stunning views over the pool and Mediterranean. The October sunshine was glorious, and many guests were taking advantage of the steps directly into the sea for a refreshing swim. I opted for a sunbed and cocktail instead!
Mallorca offers great year-round weather and an abundance of fabulous restaurants and activities for groups wanting a full programme. With the hotel being just 10-15 minutes from the centre of Palma, and 20 minutes from the airport, this gem of a property is the ideal choice for a high-end meeting or incentive.
I will definitely look forward to returning sometime soon!
Alison Rees