Best places to stay in Balearic Islands

A five-star Four Seasons property set 70 metres from the legendary Cala Formentor Beach in Port de Pollensa

Seven pools, a full spa, and direct views over Cala Mesquida beach within landscaped gardens in northeast Mallorca

An adults-only beachfront retreat in Calvia offering Mediterranean sea views, a spa, and a serene all-inclusive experience

A five-star resort in Mallorca carrying luxury accommodations and pet-friendly facilities across expansive resort grounds

Tucked beside the beach in Puerto de Sant Miquel, Ibiza, surrounded by pine forest with two outdoor pools and all-inclusive board

A Hipotels family resort just two minutes from Sa Coma Beach in Mallorca, with three restaurants and beachfront apartment accommodation

Beachfront Ibiza resort with 4 pools, spa, and spacious balcony rooms newly refurbished in 2023

Set directly on Playa d'en Bossa, this family-focused Ibiza resort wraps a lagoon pool in Mediterranean-style gardens

Five-star beachfront resort in Playa de Muro, Mallorca, with a water park, spa, and multiple dining venues

Five-star all inclusive in southern Mallorca, 400 metres from pristine Playa Sa Bassa des Cabots with exceptional breakfast

Seven pools, a spa, and tennis courts beside S'Albufera Natural Park on Mallorca's north coast

Adults-only beachfront luxury in San Antonio, Ibiza, with club entry included and three pools on a sun terrace

Whitewashed seafront adults-only hotel in southeast Menorca with outdoor pools, spa, and exceptional all inclusive dining

Full-service spa resort near Punta Prima, Menorca, with access to multiple on-site restaurants and a 4-star all inclusive package

Beachfront all inclusive on Formentera's Migjorn Beach with three pools and complimentary sports facilities

Adults-only beachfront retreat in Portinatx, northern Ibiza, with free spa access including sauna and hot tub

A children-focused beachfront resort in Menorca with a solar-heated kids' pool, tennis courts, and daily entertainment programmes

Sits right on Es Caná beachfront in Ibiza with two pools, family rooms, and daytime and evening entertainment for all ages

Beachfront in Mallorca's S'Albufera Nature Reserve with panoramic bay views, family rooms, and a luxurious spa retreat

A colourful Katmandu-themed all-inclusive resort in Menorca with seven outdoor pools, a children's splash area, and a varied entertainment programme

Designed specifically for families in Mallorca, with a heart-shaped pool, the Sensiland children's area featuring slides, mini club, and multi-activity zones

Set metres from Playa de Muro Beach in Mallorca with a dedicated kids' pool, kids' club, spa, and Mediterranean sea views

A five-star beachfront resort on Menorca's stunning south coast with six restaurants, a water park, and kids' club facilities

An all-inclusive resort on Mallorca's Muro Beach with a lagoon-style pool, family rooms with kitchenettes, spa, and extensive sports facilities

Perched at Xarraca Bay on Ibiza's northern tip with sustainably designed family rooms, four pools, a spa, and beachfront access

Located within Magalluf's Katmandu Theme Park in Mallorca, with two pools and a dedicated children's entertainment programme featuring Boro and Friends

Personal butler service and canopy poolside beds between the Tramuntana Mountains and the Mediterranean

Colonial-style resort set within Bendinat Golf Course with a complimentary spa and both indoor and outdoor pools

Five-star Portopetro resort with five pools, a full spa, and concierge service steps from the Mallorcan coastline

Minimalist spa resort just 200 metres from Menorca's Cala Blanca Beach, with a gym, tennis court, and private balconies

Wellness-focused Mallorca retreat in Manacor featuring an indoor pool, sauna, outdoor pool, and sports facilities

Private-pool villas and bungalows overlooking Cala'n Bosch Marina in a tranquil natural setting in Menorca

Spacious garden resort 300 metres from Son Xoriguer Beach in Menorca, with a hot tub and outdoor pool

A serene Tramuntana mountain retreat in Valldemossa with a private 200m2 pool and free WiFi throughout

Adults-only beachfront luxury in Menorca with Mediterranean sea views, a spa, and Leading Hotels of the World status

Seafront on Talamanca Beach in Ibiza with marble bathrooms, rainfall showers, spa, and a rooftop terrace suite option

Overlooking Port de Sóller Bay with an infinity pool, full spa, and stylish rooms featuring private balconies

A restored 16th-century monastery in northern Mallorca surrounded by olive groves, with a spa and tranquil outdoor pool

A 19th-century manor house in the heart of Palma's old town, 300 metres from the Cathedral, with elegant rooms and a spa

An 18th-century manor house in north Mallorca converted into an adults-only boutique retreat with a rooftop pool and spa

Set within a nature reserve on Menorca's Cala Galdana Bay, with beachfront access, free spa, and three indoor pools

A hillside adults-only resort in Cap Martinet, Ibiza, with panoramic Mediterranean views and complimentary Pacha club entry

A 17th-century Mallorcan palace in Palma's old town offering intimate adults-only stays with theatrical décor and a private spa

Private villas with garden, pool, and barbecue just 100 metres from the sea in northern Menorca

Spacious villas with private garden and swimming pool, steps from Cala Blanca Beach in Menorca

Three-bedroom villas each with a private pool and garden, 100 metres from Cala Galdana Beach

Modern Menorca villas with private pool, hot tub, and covered terrace set in landscaped gardens

Attractive Mallorcan villas with private pools set in lovely grounds near Porto Cristo beaches

Four-bedroom Ibiza villa with private pool, chill-out area, and barbecue a short walk from the beach

Five-bedroom villa in Port de Pollença with private outdoor pool and barbecue, 10 minutes from the beach

Spacious Ibiza villa in San Antonio Bay with private pool, terrace, and airport transfer service

Air-conditioned Menorca villas with private pool, garden patio, and balcony near Cala Galdana Beach

Three-bedroom villas in western Menorca each with a private outdoor pool, patio, and barbecue facilities

A no-frills budget pick in central Palma, just five minutes' walk from the main bus and train station

450 metres from San Antonio Beach in Ibiza, with air-conditioned rooms and a shared pool a short walk away

A 1-star Ibiza guesthouse just 400 metres from San Antonio Beach, offering a pool and Mediterranean-cuisine café

In Ciutadella's centre on Menorca, 400 metres from the cathedral and under 1 km from the old harbour

A 2-star Menorca option set 50 metres from Cala'n Forcat Beach, with a pool and tennis courts on site

Family-run hotel 50 metres from Palma Beach in Can Pastilla, a five-minute drive from Palma Airport

Good-value 1-star Formentera hotel 500 metres from Es Pujols, with a beachfront pool and rooms with private balconies

Steps from white sandy beaches in Can Picafort, Mallorca, with an indoor pool and simple comfortable rooms

A relaxed 2-star San Antonio hotel in Ibiza next to the harbour, with a pool, garden, and beach access nearby

A functional 2-star Palma city hotel 800 metres from Plaza España, with modern rooms and free Wi-Fi throughout

A restored 13th-century castle in Palma's exclusive Son Vida neighbourhood with panoramic bay views and a complimentary spa

Beachfront property in S'Argamassa, Ibiza, with multiple pools, contemporary spa treatments and ocean views throughout

Set in the artist village of Deià with 16th-century architecture, an award-winning restaurant and mountain-framed pool terraces

Beachfront adults-only retreat in Illetas, Mallorca, part of The Leading Hotels of the World with free bikes and garden dining

A clifftop sanctuary in western Ibiza offering refined spa facilities, two pools and sweeping Mediterranean sea views

Perched on Ibiza's north coast cliffs, this iconic hotel features a celebrated suspended spa pool and dramatic sea panoramas

A former military fortress near Palma converted into a beachfront retreat with private sea access and spectacular Majorcan coastline views

Overlooking Tagomago island in eastern Ibiza with a direct-access beach, infinity pool and sea-view terraces on every room

Three interconnected historic palaces in Ciutadella, Menorca, offering unique individually styled rooms opposite the working port

A tranquil hillside retreat in Alaior, Menorca, with whitewashed rooms reflecting traditional island architecture and lush garden surroundings

A 16th-century palace in Palma's Gothic Quarter with rooftop cathedral views and free bicycle use

Miami Art Deco-inspired design hotel in Ibiza Town with a neon-lit rooftop terrace overlooking the bay

A former blacksmith's house in Alcúdia's old town blending century-old stonework with contemporary design

Adults-only rooftop bar with views over Santa Eulalia Marina and Formentera, plus a free spa and beachfront setting

A 17th-century monastery in central Palma reimagined as a chic adults-only retreat with an indoor pool and spa

Relais & Châteaux property perched above Ibiza Town's medieval walls, offering whirlpool-bath rooms and Mediterranean panoramas

Family-run since 1907 in Pollença's historic main square, with antique furnishings, wooden beams and a hot-tub rooftop terrace

An elegant 1740 townhouse in central Mahón, Menorca, with high-ceilinged rooms and original wooden beams just 200 m from the harbour

Iconic rock-and-roll retreat in the San Antonio hills with 26 bespoke rooms, fairytale gardens and a legendary aquamarine pool

Small Luxury Hotel of the World on Formentera's Playa Migjorn Beach, with a chic terrace pool and stunning sea views

Luxury adults-only retreat beside two pristine Ibiza coves with a full spa and beach access

Adults-only thermal spa hotel in south Mallorca with natural mineral pools, sauna and Turkish bath

Lovingly restored 17th-century country house in Puigpunyent with a spa set within historic surroundings

Tranquil Canyamel valley retreat with six pools, a wellness sanctuary and traditional Mallorcan architecture

Seafront five-star on Ibiza's Santa Eulalia coast with a dedicated Prestige Spa and fitness centre

Design-forward five-star in Santa Eularia with two pools, a full spa and direct access to the river beach

Five-star in the heart of Sóller with an extensive spa offering free entry and mountain-framed pool views

Stylish adults-only five-star in Cala'n Bosch, Menorca, steps from the beach with a spa and wellness centre

Boutique adults-only retreat on a 14th-century estate in Llucmajor surrounded by olive groves and wellness facilities

Five-star Leading Hotels property in Es Capdella with a hammam, sauna and serene garden pool setting