La Residencia, A Belmond Hotel

La Residencia opened its doors in 1984 under Axel Ball, who invited his friends the artists George and Cecilie Sheridan to fill the walls with work by local artists, a collaboration that continues to this day. The hotel occupies two 17th-century (originally 16th-century according to some sources) Mallorcan manor houses that seamlessly integrate into their rural surroundings. Robert Graves, one of Deià's most famous residents, settled in the village in 1929 and remained until his death in 1985, describing Deià with the words "Here reigns perfect tranquility." He was the first of a long succession of artists, writers and poets who found inspiration in this magnificent setting. The hotel's Villa Robert Graves pays tribute to his legacy and was renovated in 2025 by acclaimed design studio Studio Ashby.

At the heart of the hotel are two 17th-century stone manor houses that blend effortlessly with their rural location, above the village of Deià. An intricate labyrinth of stone paths and steps extends across 35 acres of lush gardens. The 73 rooms are spread between the manor houses of Son Canals and Son Moragues and several buildings on the hillside, with views of the mountains and the village. All rooms and suites are exquisitely decorated with Mallorcan antiques and local artworks.

La Residencia is located in the charming coastal and mountain village of Deià, in the Serra de Tramuntana, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The village has been chosen as a residence by numerous writers and artists over time. The hotel offers a private trail that descends to Cala Deià, one of the most picturesque coves in Mallorca. The rolling landscapes of the Tramuntana and the island's cultural heritage inspired Joan Miró, whose works are deeply connected to this environment.