Rotana La Reserva, a five-star private country estate set across 200 hectares in the hills above Manacor enters a new chapter this month. The storied property unveils its thoughtful evolution, encompassing reimagined interiors within its 17th-century manor house and a collection of new experiences across the vast estate that invite guests to explore its land, flavors, traditions and rural rhythms.
Surrounded by vineyards, almond and carob groves, ancient woodland and organic farmland, the estate encompasses Rotana La Reserva, its reimagined boutique manor-house hotel, and Es Mayolet, an intimate 10-room agritourism retreat, alongside a working farm, 9-hole golf course and expansive countryside. The two distinct accommodations offer complementary ways to experience the estate, while the new design honors its history through a fresh expression of contemporary Mallorcan style shaped by stone, soil, harvests and generations of island tradition.
“Many guests arrive knowing Mallorca for its coastline,” said Giovanni Merello, General Manager of Rotana La Reserva. “What often surprises them is discovering this quieter side of the island, where working farms, vineyards and historic estates continue to shape everyday life. This new chapter celebrates the character of Rotana La Reserva and allows the estate to tell its story in a fresh and meaningful way.”
A WORLD WITHIN AN ESTATE
Few properties in the Mediterranean offer the sheer scale and variety of Rotana La Reserva. Set within its own private estate, the resort blurs the line between luxury hotel and working countryside retreat:
Rotana La Reserva, the Finca House: The sensitively restored 17th-century manor house with 24 rooms and suites celebrates its original stone arches, exposed wooden beams and carefully preserved frescoes, pairing this architectural character with refined contemporary comforts and a distinctly Mallorcan sense of place.
Es Mayolet & the Working Farm: Set across 28 hectares of countryside, Es Mayolet is an intimate 10-room rural retreat centered on slow luxury and a close connection to nature. Its vineyards, sensory garden and vegetable garden feed into a wider working estate of olive trees, almond and carob groves, orchards and organic farmland. Guests can meet resident horses, donkeys, sheep and lambs, linger by the outdoor pool or explore the rolling landscape on foot or by bicycle.
Mallorca’s Only Private Golf Course: Carved through rolling hills, vineyards and centuries-old olive groves, the nine-hole course is reserved exclusively for hotel guests, with no tee times, green fees or crowds. A driving range, chipping and putting greens, practice bunkers and a 100-meter par-three practice hole complete the experience, all included with every stay.
From Estate to Table: Gastronomy is woven into the landscape under the culinary direction of Michelin-starred Chef Andreu Genestra, with Executive Chef Irene Lluch leading the kitchens day to day. Estate-grown produce and ingredients from Mallorcan farmers, fishermen and artisans shape four distinct dining experiences at Rotana La Reserva, while Es Mayolet’s Sa Vinya d’Es Mayolet serves an evolving four-course menu inspired by the harvest.
Protected Mediterranean Tortoise Habitat: Wild tortoises and other native species roam the estate’s open landscape, where guests can observe them in their natural habitat and gain a closer understanding of Mallorca’s biodiversity and Rotana La Reserva’s conservation efforts.
Private Heliport Access: Mallorca’s only private hotel heliport offers a discreet arrival directly onto the estate, reducing the journey from Palma Airport to approximately 15 minutes by helicopter, compared with about 40 minutes by car.
Hot-Air Balloon Experiences: At dawn, guests can rise above the vineyards, olive groves, private golf course and wider Mallorcan countryside for a sweeping new perspective on the island’s rural heart.
Mallorca from the Water: Beyond the grounds, a private Sunseeker yacht departs from Porto Colom, 30 minutes from the estate, for tailor-made cruises along Mallorca’s east coast. With a professional skipper, guests can seek out crystalline coves including Cala Marçal, Cala Mitjana and Cala Sa Nau for swimming, snorkeling and paddleboarding.
Together, these elements position La Reserva Rotana not simply as a hotel, but as a destination built for guests seeking privacy, space and an authentic relationship with the land, alongside five-star comfort.
Nightly rates at Rotana La Reserva start from EUR 571 per night for a Comfort Room during high season, May through October. Low-season rates start from EUR 430 per night from January through April and November through December. Rates are based on two guests and include daily breakfast and VAT; subject to availability and may vary by date. For more information or to make a reservation, visit www.reservarotana.com/en.
