Café
es Passeig
A cozy cafe offering coffee and light bites.
218 m from hotel
Es Corte Vell
Rated 9.4 in 398 reviews. Boutique hotel.
★★★★
This hotel is well-suited for travelers seeking a tranquil escape in a small village setting, with a focus on exceptional service and a restful ambiance. It is an ideal choice for those looking to unwind and enjoy the 'dolce far niente' lifestyle.
Es Corte Vell presents as a charming boutique hotel nestled in a quiet village, offering a serene and unhurried atmosphere. The emphasis is on relaxation, with a lovely pool area, beautiful gardens, and highly attentive staff who contribute significantly to the peaceful experience.
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Restaurant
Antic Grill
This restaurant serves food from Wednesday to Monday, 1 PM to 4 PM.
391 m from hotel
Village
Bunyola
Bunyola is a village nestled in the mountains, offering a glimpse of traditional Mallorcan life.
431 m from hotel
Café
Cafe Paris
Café París is a relaxing spot for coffee and light meals.
382 m from hotel
Restaurant
Pizzeria Tramuntana
Enjoy authentic pizza at this casual, family-friendly restaurant.
412 m from hotel
Café
Bar Central
A casual cafe offering coffee and light meals.
385 m from hotel
Café
s'Economat
This cafe offers baked goods and a place to relax.
436 m from hotel
What this place is
Twelve dimensions of rest, read from 398 reviews.
Slow pace
Where time stands still
9.0exceptional
The hotel consistently receives praise for its calm, peaceful, and tranquil atmosphere, making it an ideal retreat from busy life.
“Beautiful Boutique Hotel, very calm, great breakfast, and excellent service;”
“A beautiful place if you want peace and tranquility.”
“Just a perfect break from a busy life”
Private outdoor space
Terrace, balcony, or garden per room
8.0very strong
Several rooms offer private outdoor spaces, including balconies, roof terraces, and even hot tubs, enhancing the sense of privacy and relaxation.
“Rooms were stunning, ours even had a private rooftop with relaxing chairs and a hot tub!”
“Our room was air conditioned, spotlessly clean, beautifully and tastefully decorated, including a stunning chandelier in the bathroom, we had a balcony and a super roof terrace overlooking the pool and the mountains.”
“Lovely jacuzzi on the roof terrace, but unfortunately it wasn't heated and the weather was cold!”
Water access
Sea, lake, dock, or pool view
8.0very strong
The hotel features a well-regarded pool area with comfortable lounges, described as fabulous and amazing by guests.
“Great pool and surrounding area with comfortable lounges in the sun and cute little tables In the shade”
“Gorgeous views, amazing pool, very nice staff”
“The pool area is fabulous. We loved the little touches like the basket with pool towels.”
Village within reach
Walkable small town or harbour
8.0very strong
The hotel is located just a short walk from the charming village of Bunyola, which offers several restaurants and a pleasant cafe society vibe.
“Bunyola is a small village but friendly with a few restaurants to choose from.”
“Nice little town with good restaurants”
“The bus stops in the centre of the delightful village of Bunyola, which is also served by the tourist train from Palma to Soller. The walk up to the hotel from the centre of town is perhaps a 5 minute walk.”
Quiet
Ambient noise level
9.0exceptional
Guests consistently describe the hotel as very calm and quiet, highlighting its peaceful ambiance and quiet pool area.
“Beautiful Boutique Hotel, very calm, great breakfast, and excellent service;”
“Nice breakfast and quiet pool area”
“We loved the calm and quietness of the place. Staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful. It was a little oasis of luxury in the mountains.”
Privacy
Walls, separation, solitude
6.0good
Several guests expressed discomfort with the lack of a proper bathroom door, often replaced by a curtain, impacting privacy within the room.
“And the room itself was missing some natural light as well as a proper bathroom door - once again we know that a better solution is hard to find.”
“Not keen on toilet not being in separate room from bedroom. Only a curtain to separate. Difficult path to property with suitcases”
“The toilet not having a door.”
Nature immersion
Surroundings and outdoor stillness
7.0strong
The hotel offers a lovely garden and some rooms provide views of the mountains, contributing to a sense of nature immersion.
“Beautiful interior design, very friendly staff, lovely garden - very happy with our stay!”
“Our room was air conditioned, spotlessly clean, beautifully and tastefully decorated, including a stunning chandelier in the bathroom, we had a balcony and a super roof terrace overlooking the pool and the mountains.”
“Lovely property, lush garden, beautiful and quiet room, helpful staff.”
Bed comfort
Mattress, pillows, sleep quality
5.0mixed
Bed comfort receives mixed reviews, with some guests finding the beds too hard or firm, while others found them good.
“Bed a bit too hard for us. Pillows uncomfortable, bedroom too dark at night to get to toilet so had to leave the light on.”
“Bed was a bit firm for me.”
“beds were good, and breakfast was nice.”
Service warmth
Family-run, personal care
10.0exceptional
The staff, particularly Ines, receives overwhelming praise for their exceptional, friendly, and helpful service, going above and beyond to ensure guest comfort.
“Ines and the team were the unexpected high point of our stay. Not only was the hotel as beautiful as in the pictures, but the service was truly exceptional.”
“Excellent staff especially Ines who really tried her best to accommodate us in every possible way”
“Inez and her team couldn’t have done enough for me to make my stay comfortable and enjoyable.”
Food on site
Simple, good, unhurried
9.0exceptional
The breakfast is consistently praised as great, excellent, gorgeous, and plentiful, featuring fresh and tasty produce. An honesty bar and small lunch menu are also available.
“Beautiful Boutique Hotel, very calm, great breakfast, and excellent service;”
“Excellent breakfast!”
“The breakfasts were gorgeous and plentiful, with the freshest, tastiest produce. There's an honesty bar and snacks available on request until 7.30pm.”
Best rooms to request
Specific rooms or orientations praised
7.0strong
Guests seeking more privacy should inquire about rooms with proper bathroom doors, as some rooms have only curtains. Rooms with private rooftops and hot tubs are highly recommended for an enhanced experience.
“And the room itself was missing some natural light as well as a proper bathroom door - once again we know that a better solution is hard to find.”
“Not keen on toilet not being in separate room from bedroom. Only a curtain to separate. Difficult path to property with suitcases”
“Rooms were stunning, ours even had a private rooftop with relaxing chairs and a hot tub!”
Why we chose this stay · Tier B
Es Corte Vell clearly offers a calmcation experience with its tranquil atmosphere, excellent service, and village proximity. While it has private outdoor spaces and a pool, the recurring issue with bathroom privacy prevents it from reaching Tier A.
Before you book
Practical guidance from Es Corte Vell reviews.
Which room category to choose, what to mention in special requests, and what to verify at check-in — extracted from real guest reviews.
Best room types to book
Which room category to choose on Booking
Guests praise rooms with private rooftops and hot tubs, as well as those with jacuzzi bathtubs and balconies overlooking the pool and mountains. These rooms offer enhanced comfort and amenities.
Look for these room categories
- Room with private rooftop and hot tub
- Room with jacuzzi bathtub
- Room with balcony and roof terrace
Room types to avoid
Categories with documented complaints
Some rooms lack natural light and have inadequate bathroom privacy, with several guests mentioning the toilet not having a proper door or only being separated by a curtain.
Avoid these categories
- ✕ Rooms with limited natural light
- ✕ Rooms where the toilet is not in a separate room
Bathroom
Size, fixtures, common issues
Several guests noted issues with bathroom privacy, specifically that the toilet often lacks a proper door and is sometimes only separated by a curtain from the bedroom.
What to expect / request
- Be aware that some bathrooms may lack a proper door for the toilet
- Inquire about bathroom door type if privacy is a concern
AC & heating
Reliability across seasons
One review mentioned that their room was air-conditioned, suggesting that climate control is available and effective.
What to expect / pack
- Expect air conditioning in rooms
Breakfast
Type, timing, what to expect
Guests consistently praise the breakfast as great, excellent, exceptional, gorgeous, and plentiful, featuring fresh and tasty produce.
Practical notes
- Expect a high-quality and plentiful breakfast
- Look forward to fresh and tasty produce at breakfast
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In guests' own words
Verified Booking.com reviews, unedited.
“Beautiful hotel….nice and comfortable….and very clean….Staff gave a lovely welcome…..and nothing was too much trouble…. Overall….nothing negative to say…perfect….”
“Wonderful service and lovely hotel”
“Beautiful interior design, very friendly staff, lovely garden - very happy with our stay!”
“Beautiful Boutique Hotel, very calm, great breakfast, and excellent service;”
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Es Corte Vell
Bunyola, Spain
Booking: 9.4 / 10 · 398 reviews
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