Finca Serena Mallorca

Mallorca is far from a well-kept secret — mass tourism, in fact, is a point of contention among locals on this island idyll. But a place like Finca Serena has nothing at all to do with mass tourism. Here, hidden away on a hundred acres of olive groves, cypress stands, lavender fields, and vineyards, is a contemporary luxury boutique hotel that feels a world away from the busy beach resorts and the debaucherous nightlife of Palma.

Rooms combine traditional architecture with contemporary design — beamed ceilings, arched doorways, and whitewashed walls provide a simple backdrop for a mix of modern and antique-style furnishings and a color palette that’s made up of soothing grays and unfinished wood. The garden rooms are spacious and comfortable enough, the suites indulge in far-ranging views, and the detached Villa Serena is a self-contained holiday residence spanning some 110 square meters.

The spa features an indoor pool and a fitness center with daily yoga, pilates and Tai Chi instruction, and the restaurant is an attraction unto itself, featuring produce grown on the estate, locally sourced ingredients, and the option to dine in the stylish Jacaranda restaurant or outside in the terrace by the pool.