The Archduke's Walkway
One of the most popular stages of the GR221 and Mallorca’s dry stone route. It is without a doubt one of the most stunning walks on the island. The walkway follows the summit ridge with spectacular views down to the sea.

© Es Moli

© Es Moli

© Es Moli

© Es Moli

© Es Moli

© Es Moli

© Es Moli

© Es Moli

© Es Moli

© Es Moli

© Es Moli
Luxury boutique hotel with extensive gardens, spring water heated pool & private cove by the sea
This fantastic hotel first opened its doors in 1965 and has become a very popular choice for those visiting Mallorca. As well as luxurious accommodation the hotel also offers a selection of fantastic eateries and bars.
The Boutique Hotel Es Moli is based within a beautiful 350 year old building and is situated on a hillside in front of the renowned picturesque village of Deia. It boasts magnificent views of the “Sierra de Tramuntana”, the valley and the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean Sea.
The hotel consists of two buildings, the main house and the annex, and there are a total of 87 rooms, including suites, double rooms and single rooms. All rooms have been decorated to a high standard using light, stylish and conventional fabrics and they feature TV, DVD player, safe, air-conditioning, free WiFi, mini-bar, telephone, tea and coffee maker, bathrobes, slippers and toiletries.
To ensure you have a relaxing stay, the hotel includes a fantastic wellness centre and large (32 metres) outdoor swimming pool. They offer a whole range of treatments including massages, facials, alternative therapies, manicures and pedicures as well as hair removal and make up services.
For those that to work up a sweat the hotel includes a fitness room with cardio and weight machines as well as tennis courts. There are also Yoga and Pilates classes to strengthen and tone your body.
If you prefer to be sun-bathing by the sea, the hotel has a private cove at Muleta where you can bath in the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean.
In addition to all this the hotel has 14,000m2 of beautiful gardens and terraces so you are guaranteed to find a tranquil spot where you can relax with a good book.
For those that are looking for a location for group events and conferences, the hotel are able to take care of all the arrangements for you.
The hotel's spring water swimming pool (32 metres) is supplied by the same freshwater spring that is used to supply the mill at Es Moli. It is situated on one of the garden terraces and offers a tranquil oasis that is reserved for adults. Next to the pool you will find various terraces with comfortable hammocks and the Pool Bar.
The hotel has two bars. The pool bar offers great pool-side refreshment and is open from 10:00 - 01:00. The comfortable yet sophisticated lounge bar is open from 18:30 - 22:00 serving among all the usual suspects modern and classic cocktails.
The hotel's restaurant is open daily and provides a buffet breakfast on the terrace with spectacular views. In the evening their chefs prepares an array of dinner menus for their half-board guests featuring typical Mallorcan, Mediterranean and International cuisine. The carefully selected wine list features a wide variety of Mallorcan and Spanish wines.
In addition to the hotel's main restaurant, there is both a pool bar serving international and Mallorcan cuisine and a Tapas bar.
One of the most popular stages of the GR221 and Mallorca’s dry stone route. It is without a doubt one of the most stunning walks on the island. The walkway follows the summit ridge with spectacular views down to the sea.
A linear walk that follows what once was the old road that connected Deia with Soller. It was a vital trade route between the two and is now a restored stone path for most of the walk. It is also part of Mallorcas GR221 or Dry Stone Route.
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