You’ll Never Forget Son Net

An unforgettably otherworldly enclave in Mallorca

Photo Credits: Son Net Hotel

And so we drove, from the Mallorcan airport through Palma—the island’s bustling, palm-lined capital—20 minutes through wildly scenic countryside to the quaint village of Puigpunyent. It was Summer of 2023, and there we were driving up, up, up a rather steep, rough and winding mountain, to finally reach the gate. Lured, oh how we were, into this quiet oasis of plush and lush gardens, ancient olive groves, and sweepingly sweeping views of the Tramuntana mountains. And the doors to rustically, historically, lavishly elegant Son Net welcomed us in.

The Son Net Estate, formerly a 17-century “finca,” was gorgeously restored and transformed into a boutique hotel in 1998. Since then, it has continuously garnered prestigious awards and attracted a host of celebrities, from European royalty and Heads of State to music and literature icons and award-winning actors/actresses, producers, and directors.

It took no time to adjust to its rhythm and vibe. Something about this sanctuary imposed a calm awareness. Yes, it’s the perfect ultra-sophisticated secluded nest to seek privacy and escape from even our own bustling thoughts and nerves. And yes, the estate provides allures such as a lavish outdoor pool and panoramic views that overlook this:

But Son Net is way more.

Here, it feels as if everyone and everything is close to the sea, the earth, the human condition—intimately.

Here, you wake up to beauty in the simplest of things: the rustic homemade loaf of bread and pastries they bring to your room every morning; a glass of earthy Son Net wine; watching the sun setting over the sea. Life, here, feels lived-in-the-moment—the simple details and pleasures making it feel tangibly worthwhile.

Here, you’re in a bubble. Here, time is defied. Here you exist in a space where past, present, and future converge, in a beautifully orchestrated scene that is simultaneously old yet new, intimate yet strange.

Son Net is a land of contrasts. Where elegance and grit thrive in delectable harmony. Here, rich and humble, tradition and sophisticated modernity swirl smoothly together. With you in it.

Its very air carries the weight of history and the scent of the sea. Here, you breathe in an aromatic mix of ancient stone and the whispers of those who once lived and breathed life into it.

Son Net looks outward, toward the horizon, its soul tied to the rhythm of the winds and the tides. And when you’re here, yours does too.

Here, in every nook, every corner, there’s a story. Every stone on its walls and on its grounds having been touched by countless hands and feet. It’s a living palimpsest (big word—I know—have fun looking it up), where layers of history are visible to those who know how to stop, look and revel.

It’ll bring about a nostalgia, stirring up some past and mingling it with the present. And you’ll be startlingly reminded of where you’ve come from and who you are.

Yes, here, in Son Net, extraordinary is in the ordinary. Whether it’s a stroll through the grounds and gardens, a conversation with the spa therapist or doorman, or an exquisite meal shared with companions. And you’re left with a taste for life’s richness and immediacy.

How’s that for a hotel?

And now, on to my photo gallery:

Hotel Lounge and lounge views:

On our way to a very sweet suite:

Each room and suite is individually designed, each a mix of rustic charm and contemporary luxury. Ours was a sumptuous mix of stone, marble, mirror, velvet and portières: