Mondrago Natural Park
The Mondragó Natural Park is one of our favourite places on Mallorca. It is situated in the south, close to Santanyí, down tiny winding lanes lined with immaculate stone walls.

© Es Turo Rural Hotel

© Es Turo Rural Hotel

© Es Turo Rural Hotel
Finca hotel in the South-east of the island
Family owned for 200 years, this hotel is located in a finca, a traditional Spanish estate, in the south of Mallorca. It is situated on a hill close to the town of Ses Salines.
Perfectly located, guests of this rural hotel can go cycling or hiking in the lovely landscape of rolling hills, visit the Ses Salines Botanical Garden, explore ground and sea caves, or go on day trips to the Parque Nacional Maritimo-Terrestre del Archipielago de Cabrera (Cabrera Archipelago National Park).
They have a skillfully landscaped garden and beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea, the Cabrera Islands, and the surrounding landscape.
The guest house's own marvelous restaurant with a terrace serves excellent food all day to travelers and other guests, and a cocktail from the bar will help you digest before jumping into the splendid outdoor pool.
The Mondragó Natural Park is one of our favourite places on Mallorca. It is situated in the south, close to Santanyí, down tiny winding lanes lined with immaculate stone walls.
Sa Cova offers breakfast, lunch and dinner in the Santanyi main square. Their live music is not to be missed on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 20.00.
Located in the centre of Santanyi and offering a variety of dishes, Restaurante Anoa is the perfect place to enjoy fresh Spanish cuisine and a relaxing ambience.
Restaurant Laudat is a detail-oriented restaurant creating a seamless gastronomic experience with an emphasis on good food and wines. With an outside terrace to enjoy the Mallorcan sunshine, it is perfect for al-fresco dining.
Dine al-fresco in the well known sheltered patio, or enjoy an evening among East 26’s stylish interior. With refreshing drinks and food inspired by the Med, anyone is welcome.
With beautiful views and crystal clear water it's a great place for swimming and snorkelling. Picturesque and quiet, it's no surprise that it's popular with the locals.
Es Calò des Moro is one of those picture perfect calas that takes your breath away. 'One of the last paradises of Mallorca,' claims the foundation 'Amics d'Es Calò des Moro' which has been looking after it for the last fifteen years.
Located in a pretty cove with lovely fine sand, surrounded by rocky cliffs and pine forests, it’s no wonder Cala Santanyi is such a popular beach amongst those staying within the large resort-style hotels in this area. It's more than likely to be crowded with the lucky holidaymakers who have tumbled out of their hotel bedrooms onto the sand directly below.
If you are looking for a beach where you can get away from it all, then Es Carbo may be the one for you. A 30 minute walk east from Colonia St Jordi in the south of Mallorca, it is a vast stretch of white sand that sits in a protected bay.
Unassigned to any of the island’s numerous holiday resorts, the stunning beach of Es Trenc is geographically fairly isolated with a wonderful wild and natural feel. With 2km of bleached white sand and transparent water, it's often referred to as more Caribbean than Mediterranean in characteristics.
Found on the west side of Mallorca’s most southern tip, Es Caragol is wonderful if you enjoy sunbathing somewhere a little more remote than your usual tourist spot.
Botanicactus is one of Europe's largest botanical gardens, with bamboo and palm trees and dozens of varieties of cactus.
The Mondragó Natural Park is one of our favourite places on Mallorca. It is situated in the south, close to Santanyí, down tiny winding lanes lined with immaculate stone walls.
Jørn Utzon was a Danish architect who designed the iconic Sydney Opera House. He retired to Mallorca in the 1970's and built his house, Can Lis on the cliffs by Portopetro in the south east of Mallorca.
The aim of this art installation is to bring art and nature together to be enjoyed in a tranquil complex set in an original 15th century Mallorcan country estate.
Santueri Castle sits on top of a rocky outcrop some 475 metres above sea level. It is a stunning, well preserved castle with remarkable views of the south east of Mallorca and the Cabrera Islands on a clear day. The present walls date from the 14th century but a fortification has existed here since Roman times.
This old hermitage, 509m above sea level at the highest point of the Serra de Llevant near the town of Felanitx, was the senior house of Mallorca's monastic order and the last to lose its monks in 1992.
Ses Salines is a small village in the south east of Mallorca. It and its associated port Colonia St Jordi have a rich history thanks to its location on fertile land.
Santanyi is a historic rural town famous for its gold stone architecture. It’s charming, with quaint cobbled streets and a majestic church - all appealing for its slow pace of life.
Colonia de Sant Jordi is a small, vibrant resort town located on the southeastern coast of Mallorca, near the famous Es Trenc beach.
Cala Figuera is a charming fishing village located on the southeast coast of Mallorca, known for its peaceful charm, traditional character, and stunning natural beauty. Unlike many of the island’s more developed resorts, Cala Figuera has managed to preserve its identity as a working port, offering visitors a genuine slice of Mallorcan maritime life. With its whitewashed fishermen’s cottages, narrow winding inlets, and relaxed atmosphere, this is a destination for those seeking tranquillity, scenic walks, and fresh seafood rather than sandy beaches and nightlife.
Ses Covetes is on the south east coast of Mallorca, and is a purpose built little resort with just a couple of cafes and some holiday accommodation.
Sitting between Llucmajor and Santanyi, it’s a mere 8km away from the coast. Constructed from the famous local blonde stone, Campos is rather pretty and, whilst it remains a sleepy rural place, it acts as the administrative centre for this corner of the island which is most famous for its long sandy beaches and turquoise waters.
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