Son Vell
Ciutadella, Spain
★ Verified by our editors · July 2026
The verdict
An 18th-century palace estate on 200 hectares of olive groves near Ciutadella, restored by Vestige Collection into one of Menorca's most beautiful hotels. Thirty-odd rooms and suites — many single-storey bungalows with private terraces — two pools, and a serious kitchen at Vermell (in the Repsol Guide). Grand yet relaxed country luxury, ten minutes from Ciutadella's old town.
Travellers who want elegant country-estate luxury with space, gardens and great food near Ciutadella.
You want a beachfront room or an intimate few-room boutique — this is a grand rural estate.
Book a garden bungalow with a terrace, dinner at Vermell, and a day trip into Ciutadella's harbour and old town.
The rooms
Around 33 rooms and suites, in the 18th-century palace house and in single-storey bungalows across the grounds — the bungalows, with their spacious private terraces, are the ones to book. Elegant, natural interiors that respect the historic estate.
The setting
On a 200-hectare estate of olive groves and gardens just outside Ciutadella in western Menorca, with two pools and big countryside quiet. Ciutadella's old town and harbour are about ten minutes away, and the west-coast beaches a short drive.
The food
Two restaurants — the all-day Sa Clarisa and the refined Vermell, included in the Repsol Guide — plus three bars, built on Menorcan produce and a good cellar. Dining is a highlight.
Getting there
About 45 minutes from Menorca (Maó) airport and ten minutes from Ciutadella. A car is recommended for the beaches and the island; ample parking on the estate.
Good to know
A Vestige Collection property, largely seasonal, and more grand country estate than intimate boutique. Best for couples and anyone after space, gardens and gastronomy near Ciutadella.
