CASTILLO HOTEL SON VIDA 5*

The layout received a shot in the arm in 2001 when esteemed golf architect Kurt Roosknecht reworked the entire course, but the recent work has not detracted from the original F.W. Hawtree design, put in place in the early 1950s.

The course is certainly easy on the eye, as the fairways are bordered by many species of beautiful trees, including palm, pine and almond.

With fabulous mountain and sea views, Son Vida has it all, and is definitely a favourite of regular golf travellers to the island of Mallorca.

The Castillo Son Vida Hotel is a tasteful conversion of a historic medieval castle that has an impressive legacy, dating back to the 16^th century. This is luxury accommodation at its finest; a glance at the guest book will reveal names like Prince Rainer of Monaco and wife Grace Kelly, grand chess master Gary Kasparov, supermodel Claudia Schiffer and film director Pedro Almodóvar.

Since 1961 the Castillo Son Vida has stood as a beacon of luxury hospitality, refined and yet not overly ostentatious, where the collection of bedrooms and opulent suites are bedecked in the finest fittings and furnishings.

All the guest rooms afford magnificent views over the stunning estate or the Bay of Palma sprawling below, and are sure to guarantee the most memorable stay should you choose the unparalleled Castillo for your next golf or leisure holiday on the beautiful isle of Mallorca.

The active-minded will certainly enjoy the golf and tennis facilities at the castle, but the health and beauty possibilities are also a real draw. The Arabella Spa has an endless list of specialist treatments, aided by the exclusive Anne Simonin product range, designed to maximise your relaxation experience. The hotel has an absolutely stunning swimming pool, surrounded by a graded terrace and gardens, while inside you will find a well-equipped gym, sauna and indoor pool.

The hotel's restaurant is held in high regard, where expertly prepared and elegant Mediterranean cuisine is tastefully married with wine from the island's most extensive cellar.

The hotel's Es Castell Restaurant provides majestic views towards Palma and the bay, while Es Vi is supported by a collection of some 800 fine wines.