We recently had the pleasure of a stay at the Zafiro Palace Palmanova Hotel. First things first: Perfect Location, it being just a short walk from the beach and also within easy reach of the main city Palma and it’s attractions. The property itself is extremely spacious and designed so as to never feel crowded even during high season. It really is one of those destination hotels where the superbly-welcoming staff and tranquil ambience is good enough to spend the entire holiday within the hotel itself.
Venturing out, however, is something that’s definitely advisable with Mallorca as a whole and the city of Palma being such a beautiful and interesting place to visit. From ancient history to wonderful beaches, from museums and art galleries to five star shopping, all is available in Palma just a twenty minute drive from Zafiro Palace. However, Within the vicinity of Palmanova itself, beaches abound and a robust nightlife beckons with many bars and restaurants waiting to warmly welcome you.
ACCOMODATION
The rooms and suites at the hotel are top-notch and we stayed in was tastefully designed and spaciously appointed with patio doors opening onto our very own private pool area. Waking up in the morning and having only to take just a few steps for a morning dip is definitely a habit one could get used to. With subtle lighting, a luxurious bathroom and tasteful furnishing, the room was a joy to stay in.
DINING
A wide range of dining options are available at Zafiro Palace Palmanova and the five restaurants on site make sure that every taste is catered for. At the Mediterranean El Olivo, garlic Prawns with Crystal Bread provided a perfect starter fat followed by a succulent main course of Cod with Black Aioli (served with puffed rice and carrot) that melted in the mouth. A dessert of Mallorcan sponge cake topped with almond ice cream made a perfect finish to the meal.
The Tastes and Sushi Bar Restaurant was a real treat serving a wide range of sushi based cuisine. The starter of Beef and Pumpkin Korroke provided the perfect prequel to a sixteen piece sushi platter main course that showcased a dizzying selection of Nigiri, Futomaki and Hosomaki Rolls with Yuzu Ice cream to finish.
The Italian themed cuisine at El Portico is pectacular too with roasted Aubergine with figs and ricotta provide a wonderful introduction to a beautiful main course of Tagliatelle AI Gamberetti followed by a dessert of pineapple slices and caviar.
El Portico however boasts a wide ranging menu including a recommended Risotto Funghi Porcini and an outstanding Vegetarian Pizza. Much to admire here!
The Gourmet Buffet Market Restaurant is perfect for either Breakfast Lunch or Dinner with the added advantage of not having to wait at all for your food. (Not that the waiter service is anything other than exemplary at each of the on site restaurants). It has a bright airy relaxed atmosphere and a great selection of dishes to tempt any pallette.
Finally the wonderful Veranda Restaurant beautifully located next to the main pool offers the perfect alfresco dining experience. Starting with the exquisite Braised Salmon followed by an equally impressive Sirloin Steak main and aCrema Catalana dessert, this is definitely not one to miss!
https://www.zafirohotels.com/en/zafiro-mallorca/dining/
SPA
The Spa located on the lower ground floor of the Hotel is spacious and beautifully designed to instantly create a relaxed atmosphere. An extensive menu of treatments and therapies are available here all approved by Germaine de Capuccini herself. Whether you opt for a massage to fill you with an overall aura of wellbeing and peace or a facial to dispel any signs of fatigue that will also rehydrate and revitalise you, the treatments here are as beneficial as they are enjoyable.
ENTERTAINMENT
Each evening professional entertainers, singers and tribute artists perform in the main bar area, helpin to make yours a memorable stay. As this is very much a family hotel there are also many activities for children throughout the day as well as a playground area and children’s swimming pool with pirate ship!
The Zafiro Palace Palmanova is an exceptional, family-friendly place to stay with it’s luxurious and exclusive details making it a wonderful place to relax and recharge. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the beautiful Island of Mallorca.
https://www.zafirohotels.com/en/zafiro-mallorca/
