When you think of Mallorca, it’s often the shimmering coastline and busy beach towns that come to mind. But beyond the cliffs and calas, inland Mallorca offers a deeper kind of beauty—quiet, rooted, and refreshingly authentic.
Tucked away in the northeastern folds of the island lies Artà, a town untouched by the gloss of mass tourism. Here, within the embrace of the Llevant Natural Park, Es Racó d’Artà rises gently from the landscape like a memory of old Mallorca. Once a humble finca, it has been thoughtfully reimagined as a retreat of mindfulness, art, and organic luxury. Architect Toni Esteva’s design honours the land’s soul—stone, silence, and simplicity—without ever overshadowing it.
Es Racó is more than a hotel; it is a slow invitation to return to oneself. Days begin with yoga and saltwater swims, unfold with hikes past grazing donkeys or workshops in ancient crafts, and end under starlit skies at the Beni Axir restaurant, where Chef Maria Solivellas revives forgotten flavours with ingredients grown just metres away.
There’s no single way to stay here—only an ethos of peace, space, and presence. Choose between minimalist Junior Suites in the main house, secluded Casitas with private terraces, or full private residences like Sa Meva Casa and Sa Finqueta, complete with gardens, pools, and a sense of belonging. Each of the 31 accommodations is distinct, like quiet voices in a shared conversation.
Mallorca’s heart beats strongest away from its edges. At Es Racó d’Artà, you’ll hear it clearly.
Location
Artà, Mallorca
Photos
Patrick Graf