Set in the peaceful countryside of southeast Mallorca, Sa Franquesa Nova offers a refined rural escape where nature, history and tranquillity come together. Surrounded by open landscapes and overlooking the picturesque Bonany plain, this elegant estate invites you to slow down and experience the island at a gentler pace.
Sa Franquesa Nova Hotel
Elegant countryside retreat with spacious rooms, private terraces and sweeping views over Mallorca’s southeast landscape
The property is steeped in character, blending traditional Mallorcan architecture with contemporary comfort. Across the estate, you’ll find wide-open fields, vineyards and beautifully kept gardens dotted with almond, olive, lemon and fig trees, capturing the essence of Mediterranean living in its most authentic form.
The hotel’s thirty four rooms and suites are designed with both style and comfort in mind. Each one features its own private terrace and a jacuzzi bathtub, creating a personal space where you can fully unwind while enjoying the surrounding views.
At the heart of the grounds, a large outdoor pool with sweeping countryside views provides the perfect place to relax. Whether you’re stretching out on the terrace, wandering through the gardens or simply enjoying the quiet, everything here is designed to help you switch off and recharge in a truly idyllic setting.
Things to do nearby
Things To Do in Mallorca
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Sailing Boat Trip (Hanse 418)
Private sailing boat trip with swimming and snorkelling in Mallorca
Full-day or half-day boat trip on Seacret, a sailing yacht designed to maximise space and light.
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Sunset boat trip
Swim, snorkel and sail as the sun sets over the bay
Shared or private sunset sailing trip with swimming and snorkelling.
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Motor Yacht Trip (Pardo 43)
Private motor yacht trip with swimming and snorkelling in Mallorca
Enjoy a fun full-day or half-day boat trip aboard this luxurious Pardo 43 motor yacht.
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Boat adventure & speedboat coast challenge
Explore Mallorca’s coastline with boat and speedboat adventures
Choose between two thrilling ways to explore Mallorca’s stunning coastline. Enjoy a guided boat adventure swimming in hidden lagoons and sea caves, or test your team’s skills and adrenaline in a competitive speedboat coast challenge packed with exciting activities.
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Scooter & Motorbike Hire
Rent a scooter in the heart of Palma and explore the vibrant city and surrounding areas with ease
Renting a scooter is the best way to get around Mallorca. You’ll have the freedom to explore every corner of the island at your own pace, from hidden beaches to charming villages - places only a scooter can take you!
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Stand Up Paddle Board Hire
SUP hire for all ages, fitness levels and within easy reach of beautiful locations
Discover the southwest coast of Mallorca on a stand-up paddle board at your own pace, and enjoy stunning scenery while practising an outdoor sport.
Restaurants nearby
Restaurants in Mallorca
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SoY Asian Kitchen and Bar
Your destination for delicious Asian delights and diverse flavours
The little Asia of Mallorca, where the spices of Asia meet the local products of the nearby surroundings.Â
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La Bodega Restaurant
Fantastic tapas and service on the main square with a great wine selection
This traditional Spanish restaurant is situated within the heart of Cala d'Or and has a phenomenal reputation for providing fantastic food, service and a welcoming, friendly atmosphere.
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La Pappa Restaurant
Authentic Italian restaurant in Cala d'Or, offering traditional dishes in a cosy setting
Enjoy the taste of Italy at La Pappa. They serve delicious homemade pasta and Neapolitan pizzas, crafted with care and tradition. Their Italian desserts and ice creams are also made in-house, offering a true taste of Italy.
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Noir Mallorca Café
Trendy café and bar open all day, on the southeast coast of Mallorca
Welcome to Noir, your go to food bar in the heart of Cala D'or, Mallorca. They offer all-day breakfast, brunch, and a great selection of coffee, tea and wine.
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Diferent Restaurant
Fantastic original restaurant with a variety of cuisines and great service
Located in the heart of Cala d'Or, Restaurant Diferent is housed in one of the town's oldest buildings, an old mill, which allows an authentic Mallorcan, yet intimate and exclusive setting for your gathering. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with unique, vintage decorations that bring a fresh charm. It truly stands out beyond its eccentric and fun decor, offering a vast international menu, a wide selection of wines, cocktails and fantastic, friendly service.
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Barretes Restaurant at Ca's Xorc
Mediterranean restaurant with stunning views and a rural retreat in Mallorca
Barretes at Ca's Xorc Luxury Retreat is built around local, seasonal produce interpreted through a modern Mediterranean lens. The menu features vegetables, herbs, seasonal fruits, cereals and the hotel's own olive oil, with most meat and dairy sourced directly from the farm on site.
Nightlife nearby
Bars & Clubs in Mallorca
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Lola Bar
Lola is your go to for the ultimate DJ bar experience with great music and atmosphere
Lola is a DJ bar in the heart of Cala d'Or, open from daytime sessions through to late in the evening. The bar hosts resident and guest DJs playing a mix of genres, keeping the dancefloor busy throughout the night.
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Hostal Cuba Bar and Restaurant
Sky bar, restaurant and nightclub in the cool and trendy Santa Catalina area
Housed in a striking colonial-style building at the edge of Palma’s trendy Santa Catalina district, this is a long-standing local favourite that blends good food, great views and a vibrant social scene. Having made its mark in recent years as one of the more sophisticated venues within the hip city district, its Sky Bar is undoubtedly a great choice in which to start your night. Just a few blocks from the island’s best-known food market, the kitchen makes the most of fresh, seasonal produce, creating a menu of healthy, flavourful dishes served from breakfast through to late dinner.
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De Tokio a Lima Bar
Rooftop bar serving expertly crafted cocktails and local wines
De Tokio a Lima Bar in Palma offers a relaxed rooftop experience with a focus on exceptional cocktails. Located above the iconic Paseo del Borne, the bar combines city views with a menu of drinks designed to impress. Each cocktail is carefully prepared using quality spirits, fresh ingredients, and inventive combinations that highlight flavour and balance.
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Purobeach Illetas Beach Club
Seafront Mediterranean bliss with dining, wellness, and unforgettable sunsets
Purobeach Illetas Beach Club offers a quintessential Mediterranean escape in the heart of Mallorca’s Illetas resort. Opened in May 2017, this stylish beach club combines natural beauty, elegant design, and the signature Puro spirit to create an unforgettable seafront experience. With direct access to the crystal-clear waters, sun-soaked terraces, and panoramic views of the Bay of Palma, every moment here celebrates the very best of the island.
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La CafeterÃa by La Goleta Bar and Restaurant
Fresh, homemade cuisine and relaxing seaside vibes on the maritime promenade
La CafeterÃa by La Goleta, located on the ground level of La Goleta Hotel in Mallorca, offers a relaxed and welcoming space right on the maritime promenade. It’s the perfect spot to start the day with a healthy breakfast or a leisurely brunch, with fresh, homemade options designed to satisfy both early risers and those who like to take their time.
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La Cabana Poolbar & Lounge
Stylish poolside bar and lounge at Portals Hills with cocktails, Mediterranean dining, and sunset views
La Cabana Poolbar & Lounge at Portals Hills is a dreamy and unforgettable destination for drinks, dining, and relaxation in Mallorca. Situated in front of the infinity swimming pool and framed by impressive large windows, the bar offers stunning views that perfectly complement its stylish setting.
Beaches nearby
Beaches in Mallorca
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Cala Varques Beach, East Mallorca
Picture-perfect, unspoilt, and tranquil beach on the east coast of Mallorca
Cala Varques (also known as Cala Barques) is a quiet, untouched beach about 12 km south of Porto Cristo, on the east coast of Majorca. This beach continues to grow in popularity, with more visitors now than ever before. Despite the summer crowds and 15 minutes’ walk to get there, this beach is well worth your visit.
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Cala Romantica, East Mallorca
Pretty beach resort in the east, also known as S'Estany d'en Mas
Cala Romantica is a picturesque cala with turquoise water and golden sand on the east coast of Mallorca.Â
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Cala Sa Nau Beach
Beautiful bay that's located just outside of Cala d'Or
Escape the crowds on the beaches of Cala d'Or by heading 3 km north to the bay of Cala Sa Nau. This relaxed beach is surrounded by pine trees and is very picturesque.
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Sa Coma Beach, East Mallorca
‘Blue Flag’, white sandy beach on the east coast of Mallorca
Sa Coma is a large and popular beach located five kilometres from Porto Cristo in the east of Majorca. Being one of the island’s resort-based beaches, it is situated in a relatively built-up area which means it unsurprisingly becomes very busy at peak times.
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Cala d'Or Beach
Family of five beaches dotted along the popular east coast resort
Spread over a continuous stretch of Mallorca’s southeast coastline, the beach resort of Cala d'Or is made up of several inlets and a group of beaches that can be found in smaller coves, more commonly known as ‘calas’.
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Cala Millor Beach, Cala Millor
Cala Millor is one of the island’s fantastic and large beaches
The largest of eight beaches in the region, this beach spans over a kilometre in length and is approximately 30 metres wide. Whilst it’s fairly busy during the summer months, if you can visit during their ‘off-season’, you’ll find a generous white sand beach with beautiful turquoise water.
Sights nearby
Sights in Mallorca
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Esglesia de Nostra Senyora dels Dolors
Church of our Lady of Sorrows is found in the centre of Manacor
The construction of the church began at the end of the 19th century. It was overseen by priest Rubà and the builder Gaspar Bennà ssar, who directed the works and built the bell-tower, the highest building in town known as Torre RubÃ.
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Rafa Nadal Sport-Xperience Museum
An immersive experience in the world of sports
This recently renovated museum has opened its doors for a second year with a renewed image and many new developments.
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Manacor Museum of History
Museum of the history of Manacor and the eastern area of Mallorca
Originally the Archaeological museum of Manacor, it has changed its philosophy over the years due to the variety of its collections. The museum is now a true historical museum and showcases many different periods throughout the areas history.
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Ermita de Bonany, Petra
Church with views over the plains of Mallorca
This hilltop hermitage a few kilometres from the town of Petra is where Junipero Serra preached his last sermon in Mallorca before leaving to found the Mexican and Californian missions.
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Museum of Juniper Serra Fray, Petra
Birthplace of the founder of the California Missions of San Francisco & Los Angeles
Museum located in the house where the famous friar spent his childhood. It shows the typical way of life in Mallorca in the 18th century.
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Els Calderers de Sant Joan
Country house and petting farm in central Mallorca
Els Calderers is a manor house situated between Vilafranca and Sant Joan. The house was once at the centre of a large wine estate but like so many others in Mallorca, it fell victim to the phylloxera disease. Reopened in 1993, the 18th-century house is now a museum of Mallorcan furniture and traditions.
Towns nearby
Towns & Villages in Mallorca
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Vilafranca de Bonany
Traditional rural town in central Majorca
Vilafranca de Bonany is a rural town just off the main road from Palma to Manacor.
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Manacor
Industrial centre and Mallorca's second city
Mallorca’s second city, Manacor, sits around 10km from the eastern coastline. It used to be an agricultural town but, with the help of the railway line that was opened in 1879, it became the industrial and commercial centre of the area.
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Felanitx
Traditional rural town in the south east of Majorca
Felanitx is a small town in the southeast corner of Mallorca. It lies inland from its closest seaport of Porto Colom and is the administrative centre for the area.
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Petra
Traditional rural town in central Majorca
The small rural town of Petra lies in the middle of Mallorca, surrounded by agricultural land.
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Porreres
Traditional rural town in central Majorca
Porreres is typical of the small towns on the Mallorcan plain - nothing much to see, but an easy-going atmosphere and a good place to while away a couple of hours.
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Montuiri
Traditional rural town in central Majorca
Perched high on a ridge in Mallorca’s countryside and surrounded by old stone windmills, the sleepy village of Montuiri is probably the most impressive sight on the road between Palma and Manacor.








































































































































