Hotel Born - Palma de Mallorca

9.6

Excellent value for money - we could not believe our luck in getting such an impressive room for so little money. The hotel is ideally situated for seeing the old quarter which we would thoroughly recomend . The only downside was that the cathedral was closed when we got there at 3.00pm on a saturday afternoon. We did experience some noise around 2.00am when the owners of the property next door decided to have a " domestic" but this only lasted a few minutes and we went back to sleep. We will certainly go to this hotel again unlike the time share we spent the previous week in which delivered little of the alleged qualities that Club la Costa claimed for it.

7.9

Stylish and very well located but incredibly small beds.

8.9

We stayed in a double room at the back of the hotel overlooking a rather scruffy backyard. The room was a little "tired" in its decoration but perfectly clean. A problem with the shower was dealt with immediately. It was our second stay, Born caters for all ages and types of clientèle.

8.3

Very nice hotel in an excellent location. The staff were most helpful. The breakfasts were also very good

6.9

We have been to Palma de Mallorca four times before and found the Hotel Born by far the best hotel we have stayed in. Location was excellent, the room was clean and spacious, good breakfast. The hotel is very much "old Spain", very attractive with a lovely courtyard filled with palm trees. The hotel cost 100 euros per night which I feel is expensive for a two star hotel, however I realise this was due to the low value of the pound. I would recommend this hotel if you want a basic, clean attractive hotel with a good breakfast and in a great location.

9.7

Historical building wonderfully situated in the heart of Palma. The staff are friendly and welcoming with excellent language skills. Nothing was a problem for them. There are plenty of tapas bars around the area of the hotel - my tip would be to go in and around the small lanes in the centre to be where the locals choose to send their evenings.

9.5

Good value, excellent breakfast which can be taken in an open courtyard under palm trees. Not to everyone's taste; no lift & stair carpets are a bit threadbear, but loads of atmosphere; a grand marble entrance area.Staff are friendly & helpful

9.1

Excellent location, although driving to the hotel is quite difficult and parking is impossible nearby. Beautiful room and lovely garden. Very clean. I loved it!

8.3

The relationship between price and quality is extremely good for Hotel Born in Palma. I paid a very competitive price for a very confortable stay just in the centre of the city. I will suggest of course.

5.5

Everything was fine: the room, the wonderful patio, the flair, the location. Only one thing: the cockroach in the bathroom, welcoming us did not belong to this wonderful place!

7.5

ALWAYS A GOOD CHOICE, BUT ASK FOR A ROOM AT THE FIRST FLOOR, NO ELEVATOR IS PRESENT...

7.5

No elevator, four floors. Ask for a room at the first floor, otherwise you will be tired immediately at the beginning of your stay... Apart form this problem the hotel is very good, even though the price is quite high when considering that is is a two star hotel.

8.4

I would like to stay this hotel again,when I visit here.Irecommen this hotel to you

9.0

The hotel accomodated our need for a larger room when our children joined us at short notice. The square within the hotel where we ate breakfast was lovely and our room overlooked it.The only thing i would say is if you have heavy cases and you are infirm or have a buggy with young children you would struggle with the stairs as there is no lift. I would recommend this hotel for a short stay, we stayed 3 nights which was perfect for our needs before travelling to other parts of the island.Bottled water in the room would have been great there are no tea/coffee making facilities in the room which i missed.

6.4

This hotel is a great one, especially in the heart of the city. Easy access to almost everywhere. It was nice staying here. The breakfast in the yard is one of the most fantastic piece of our stay. It may be difficult to find it when you arrive by car, it would be better if more guidance for first time guests is provided.

9.0

great value/perfect location

8.8

excellent situation in the town. very charming hotel with a nice patio. Breakfast ubder the hotel level.

9.2

An utterly charming hotel in a quiet traffic free street in the centre of the town. OK it only has 2 stars, there's no lift,no room service and the stair carpet is a bit frayed but as a place to stay it is brilliant. The entrance hall and central courtyard (where you eat breakfast) is simply beautiful. You can almost imagine you are the duke whose palace it was in the 16th century. We would certainly stay there again.

5.6

Positive: Plush décor decorates the reception area and the halls giving a palatial impression. A nice courtyard complements the interior. The bathroom was spacious and clean and had plenty of hot water. The location is good. Negative: The single room I ended up in was small with a prison-like window which I needed a chair to stand on in order to look out. Also, this room had no number on it so I’m presuming it’s a converted storeroom of some sorts. There were no tea & coffee making facilities in the room.

8.4

Very central location. Beautiful old building. Limited breakfast buffet.

8.9

The best location and close to everything!!

8.7

The hotel was great for one or two nights stay, centrally located and fantastic surroundings. Lovely courtyard for breakfast in the mornings and very grand staircase in entrance. The oly let down for us was the noise of sleeping in a room overlooking the alleyway, luckily I had read previous reviews so had taken earplugs along but I don't think that I would have slept if I hadn't. Other than that a great hotel!

9.4

In ruhiger Seitengasse gelegen. In den Zimmern zum Hof wird man vom Geklapper der Frühstückenden geweckt, das Frühstück ist aber üppig und höchst angenehm im kühlen patio. Sehr freundliches Personal. Leider gibt es keinen Lift.

8.6

Fabulous breakfast,one of the best ever for a Spanish hotel

7.1

Old world charm - a little worn. Price and location very good. I especially enjoyed the plentiful breakfast buffet on the lovely patio. Am looking forward to my next stay.

8.7

We have stayed at the Born four times in the last three years and we keep returning because we find the hotel welcoming, comfortable and idealy situated for a visit to Palma. It is not luxurious but that is its charm it has an historic feel which in our opinion fit exactly with the atmosphere of Palma itself. Practically the rooms are good,clean and the common areas are spectacular and atmospheric and breakfast in the courtyard is worth the cost alone.We always book a room overlooking the courtyard and the beautiful palm trees there. Don't expect 4 star luxury for instance the Born does not have a lift but for convenience of location friendly atmosphere and overall value the Born does take some beating ....we will return.

8.7

Very nicely situated on a narrow street. The room with a garden view exceeded our expectations. Very nice breakfast. Friendly and serviceminded staff.

10

Although this hotel has an unpretentious facade in a narrow alley/street, it is a lovely hotel with a beautiful marble columned reception area with sweeping staircase & a lovely inner courtyard. The fact it was a palace originally stands out a great deal. Great location for Palma Old Town & city sightseeing and shopping. Very quiet at night -at least in April. The hotel is only 2 seconds walk from a main square/boulevard with cafes and bars serving good food and drink until late. 7/10 minutes walk to Cathedral and sea front. 10/15 minutes from Railway Stations - take the Soller train through the mountains for a day out - fantastic! Very helpful staff, particularly in sorting out our return pick up for airport; continental breakfast great with plenty of variety. Stayed for 4 nights with friends in 2 junior suites - amazing. Our suite (Room 104) had TWO fourposter/canopy beds and room for 2 more! We had an ante room with settee, coffee table and wide screen TV and bathroom off. Lots of storage for clothes etc. Other suite (Room 308) very good but not quite as big. Only downside would be for anyone with mobility problems as there is no lift but it certainly didn't trouble us. We now want to go back it was so good! Highly recommended.

8.4

This is an old Majorcan mansion , and it is very beautiful. Would certainly recommend it!

9.7

Understand why there is no lift, but a porter would have been good for two ladies of a certain age. To be fair, we didn't ask and they did have needle and thread behind reception! Otherwise it is a lovely hotel, easy walking to everywhere.

10

Good location close to bus-stop but beware pickpockets on the buses! Stairs were a trial after a day's sightseeing. Good restaurant almost next door.

8.2

Great location; a little tricky to find, but well worth the price. Rooms are sparse, but remember it was a convent, and little time is actually spent there. Bus #1 from the airport at Palma is the way to go rather than spending a fortune in a taxi. Very good full breakfast, but no elevator.

8.4

Building is a very attractive 18th century building with beautiful entrance lobby and courtyard. Well situated within easy walking distance of Cathedral and Almudaina Palace and very close to commercial district. Staff were very helpful. No lifts, so may not be suitable for those with limited mobility

7.9

Enjoyed our return visit. Excellent base to explore central Palma.

7.3

We staid only one weekend in Palma. And is was the first time after many years. Before we only travelled to Mallorca in the summermonth for the beach and the sea.

7.9

The room on the front is very noisy during the night by the public passing by. The other rooms are quiet.

10

This is one of the best hotels i have stayed in. The breakfasts were exceptional. Everything about this hotel was superb (except perhaps, that my bed was a bit hard,probably a new mattress needed? My husbands bed was fine.) I would recommend this hotel without hesitation.

8.8

Great location, on a quiet road but just round the corner from the main shopping area and only about 10min walk from the buses and trains. Although a bit thread-bare the hotel had a very homely feel. Generous breakfast with great coffee. Hotel has a lot of steps and no lift. Would happily stay there again.

9.4

Beautiful old stone building near the centre of town with a huge stone staircase and spacious airy rooms. Excellent reception staff. Breakfast was extensive and very well presented and unlike many places served a decent cup of tea. It had a large courtyard for sitting around tables and good Wifi reception there and in the reception area. The best single room I have stayed in, excellent value for money, would definitely stay there again.

9.9

We only stayed one night before joining our cruise ship but the hotel is a wonderful place to stay and we will return for a long weekend break soon. Its situation is a little hard to find but it is well placed to enjoy the old part of the city. As there is no lift some people may find some access difficulties. If you want to stay in an old style Spanish hotel this is the one for you.

8.6

hotel not suitable for disable person. Rooms on the street: very noisy. Rooms on the patio are quiet

9.1

Very beautiful centrally located hotel. Easy access to public transport.

8.5

Don't let the two stars put you off - this is definitely NOT one of those crummy two-star hotels from decades past where you'd get a dose of Spanish tummy and no hot water. The reason it only receives an official two-star rating is because it doesn't offer certain facilities required to attain the higher ratings: There's no lift to service its three floors; It doesn't have a restaurant (yet still does a wonderful breakfast buffet with PROPER coffee); And there is no swimming pool. If it had those the hotel would get a higher star rating - but we'd also be paying much more, especially because of its unbeatable 'heart of the action yet still an oasis of peace and quiet' location. As the photos show, the traditional Mallorcan lobby is stunning and passing tourists continually step inside for a look. While the rooms are somewhat less plush they are still adequately furnished.

9.1

Lovely hotel in a 16th century mansion,and ideally situated at the top of the Passeig (up the side of C&A). Stayed in room 302 overlooking courtyard - good size and lots of light which rooms at front wouldn't have because of narrowness of street. Surprising amount of choice at breakfast and really excellent coffee! Beautiful hotel - loved it and will certainly stay again.

7.5

we stayed only 2 nights. the room #208 was large but very dark because of only 1 very small window.

9.4

Been befor, love it

8.7

Offer on your website a couple options for parking a rental car while staying at Born. We stayed in a single room with a double bed and it was overlooking the courtyard. Great room and decor.

7.6

A lovely hotel. Lovely atmosphere and peaceful surroundings.Absolutely fantastic location, literally 5 mins from the old town, seafront/marina and great reastaurants. We stayed 1 night at the beginning of our hol's and returned for our last night. Both nights were rooms overlooking the courtyard which was lovely. Be prepared to to climb several flights of stairs if you are on the upper floors as there is no lift and also, most rooms are twin bedded, not doubles. I was told after our first night that there are only 2 doubles in the hotel.I couldn't find any tea/coffee facilities in the room, which is the only thing I would have added. Staff are really helpful and friendly, and bucks fizz at breakfast was a really lovely touch. Will definately go back at some point. Excellent.

6.9

The location is fantastic: in the historic city of Palma! the only disadvantages: No Parking in front of the hotel and no elevator!

8.1

Nice place to stay.

7.9

You will not find anything better than this hotel at these rates in the center of Palma, but consider that breakfast is just acceptable and NO LIFT is present, and there are four floors... however, I tend to say that it's a good place to stay for a limited number of nights.

9.6

thought i was in a palace!

9.8

Superb hotel and a great location. This offers excellent value.

9.0

My wife, Son and Girlfriend stayed at the Hotel Born for two nights in Palma and were full of praise for the hotel.

9.9

Excellent stay in a charming old palace, the breakfast is unbeatable and was one of the best we ever had.No elevator available - you have to bring your baggage up the stairs.

6.4

The hotel is perfectly located in the centre of Palmas. Very friendly staff and a nice atmosphere. Make sure you request a room not facing out to the alley. This side is very noise.

9.8

A lovely place to stay for a short trip to Mallorca. Everything you might need is nearby: restaurants, culure, night-life, seeside...

8.1

Great value for money. Although a little 'jaded' nice ambience and ideal situation in city centre(although our taxi driver struggled to find it!) Lack of lift means dragging luggage up (in our case)three flights of stairs so travel light if possible. Bucks Fizz for breakfast a nice touch! Staff helpful. Would definitely recommend.

8.5

Excellent location, impressive entrance and courtyard, friendly and helpful staff. Not for those with mobility problems as no lift and we were on 4th floor

7.9

I only stayed one night but the room was clean and comfortable if a little basic. Twin beds as usual which i always find are too small for me. Lovely building though in a great location in the heart of Palma a stone's throw from the Cathedral. I had a courtyard facing room and had no problem with exeternal noise (hotel is on a narrow alley just off the main street). Taxi to the airport took a while to arrive at the hotel so leave plenty of time.

7.2

Room was rather basic eg no fridge & quite cold from the big windows but a fantastic location and beautiful building. Breakfast was excellent. There was no elevator.

7.8

Fabulous looking hotel right in the centre of Palma, gorgeous central courtyard with palm trees.Close to cathedral. Like being in a museum, everything very old. Excellent buffet breakfast enough to keep you going all day.Had a room on the front and it was very noisy so it is worth it to pay more for one at the back. Lost a watch in the hotel so be careful.

9.3

A very good introduction to my first stay in Palma. The hotel location could not be faulted. The only slight fauls were that the heating in the room and public areas was not warm enough and requests had to be made to check the heating systems which seemed a bit erractic. Secondly, the hot water in the bathroom was tepid at most times to the wash basin and erractic to the shower, sometimes the hot water supply was tepid,and occasionally very hot. Very hit and miss!!

7.7

Do not go here if you cannot carry suitcase upstairs as there is no lift. We were on the 3rd floor so it was quite a hike with the case. If you do not want to spend money on services such as gyms etc this is a good place to stay. It has no frills but we found the room with a view of the courtyard quite pleasant. If you just want a place to rest your head it is ideal. Breakfast in the Born is adequate. Good food in (1)Tast, just round the corner on C. Unio. (2) El Pilon, C. Cifre, off Passeig des Born. (3) La Boveda, Passeig Sagrera AND C. Boteria.

8.0

A good value hotel in an excellent location. We would stop here again but would demand a double bed rather than 2 singles. reakfast was included and ther ewas a reasonable selection of food. This was our 3rd trip to palma and we would use this hotel again

4.0

I booked this short break as a surprise birthday present for my husband. We had talked of staying here for some time and had looked the hotel up when we were in Majorca in the summer. We were looking forward to our stay, however we were disappointed. The room we had overlooked the street. The street reminded me of the Shambles, in York in that the buildings were very close together across the street at roof level, which meant the light was almost completely cut out. The room was very very dark. There were two lovely lounges on the first floor but there was not enough light to read a book either in the room , or the lounges , neither natural nor artificial. The room was very cold. The heating was only turned on for an hour or so each day from about 6pm to 7pm. Even then it was on so low the radiator was barely warm.The water in the shower was never quite warm enough either. Admittedly we were there during a cold spell in Novemmber but the hotel was certainly not a welcoming haven after a day out.The courtyard dining room looked lovely but was never in use while we were there as it was too cold to eat outside. Breakfast was in a small dining room. We had to queue for a table each morning and had to clear our own table before we could sit down to eat, the staff seemed run off their feet. Freshly made coffee at breakfast was a plus though. No tea or coffee making facilities in the room either so no way of warming up at all. No room service available. Marvellous location right in the middle of Palma made up for a lot of the inconvenience but the cold dark room made it a place to avoid in the future on balance.Presumably the courtyard rooms would have been lighter but still, I suspect, cold.

8.2

Excellent Hotel centrally located near the Cathedral, the old town and the main tapas bar area. You must try La Boveda at 3 Carrer Boteria for great tapas. Tourist bus stop is only 2 mins away.

7.2

A very pleasant and traditional Spanish hotel with a beautiful courtyard for breakfast and tasteful decor in the public areas. Our room could best be described as 'spartan', however, and not somewhere you would choose to spend much time - no window to see out of and facing the lane to the front of the hotel where late-night revelers passed...but it was very clean and functional. The hotel staff were excellent - efficient and friendly - and the hotel is ideally placed to explore Palma. All in all we recommend it - but worth paying extra for one of the higher-graded rooms as the 'basic' ones are very basic!

9.1

A delightful and exceptional hotel! We absolutely fell in love with Hotel Born. It is in a very charming area of the city - very safe - and strategically located. The cathedral was only a 5 minute walk - a host of restaurants were as close - and our favorite evening gelato stop was also only a short stroll away. We found the room to be very captivating and the front desk personnel helpful. Breakfast was a feast with so much to choose from! The only negative whatsoever was mediocre maid service and a lack of replenished toiletries. Overall, a gem of a spot and a tremendous value as well.

9.3

I've traveled all over Spain, staying at moderate to budget priced hotels, and this is the best of all hotels I've encountered. Staff, service ,quality, breakfast are all excellent and the price is very reasonable.

8.9

excellent value for money. Good location next to old town, bus stops across road for city sightseeing tour, location relatively quiet (on passaeway), most rooms open onto central courtyard (traditional spanish style also seen in colonial houses in south & central america). Breakfast is excellent buffet can be taken into courtyard (sun, palm trees, cacti, good food & drink mmmmmm). we asked for a typical mallorquin restaurant - Hotel recommended Sa Premsa (plaza obispo berenguer about 10 mins walk north) excellent food, few tourists, very good prices - 'starter' pa amb oli - bread, garlic, olive oil, olives, ham & cheese - was bigger than most main courses and only about 6 euro

10

Hotel were very understanding when reservation had to be modified at last minute because of illness. I would certainly use the hotel again.

9.1

A very nice place, no problem staying there!

9.5

Fantastic hotel! An old style palace, very big and clean rooms, a big internal court, near to the "Passeige Born", to the Cathedral, to the Palace, to the shopping zone. A lot of Italian bar and restaurants, everything ok! Just ask for a room looking to the internal court!

8.8

This hotel is in the very center of the city in a lovely place. You will appreciate to be near the restaurants, the bars and the pubs. The taxi station is at 100m. Excellent relationship between price/quality.

9.2

This was my second visite to Palma de Mallorca. It is a beutiful old city! Worth of visiting. Palma seemes to be a city of pensioners, most of the people there are elder so that the night life is perhaps not so inviting. Hotel Born is wonderful! If you are interested in history and old buildings you surely like this hotel. You live in a palace. Breakfast room is the palace garden!

8.9

Norwegian couple who stayed at Born on week in the summer of 2007. We where satisfied with everything with this hotel. It will suit you perfect if you want to live one a quiet, central and cheap hotel. The breakfast was also ok – but we missed wholesome food. The hotel was located on minute from the bus stop so it was easy to go to the beach:)

9.4

Although up a side street, the hotel reception area was amazing, like stepping back in time. The inner courtyard was beautiful, a tranquil place to rest in the shade. The room was massive, and spotless, with enormous doors, and alarge lounge area immediately outside the room. The ceiling above the bed was a handpainted scene, very inspiring!! We cannot wait to go back there again, it was worth the money. Enjoyed the breakfast too, a good buffet selection, with excellent coffee, which could be eaten and drank in the inner courtyard.

9.8

We booked a large single room which was a twin room with a courtyard view and was well worth the extra money. The double room was on the outside. The window was high and overlooked an alley which was a bit noisy. Restaurants, shops,bars and bus stop just outside. Lovely courtyard for breakfast.

5.9

Great location, but the Junior Suite is a bit too cramped to be classed as a Suite.... evn in a 2* hotel...!!

8.1

Great location. Very friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast disappointing. No lift so not suitable for the disabled.

6.6

The hotel was excellent situated. The rooms were nice and spacious, but the cheepest rooms had no view but the back yard. There were some trafficnoise. The hotel has a very special atmoshere with a lovely court.

8.0

good, central location. The rooms to the courtyard are nice and quiet. The stuff is friendly and helpful. Breakfast good.

9.6

I stayed in hotel Born off-season for a 3 day business trip in December. I booked 3 single rooms for myself and my colleagues and requested room upgrades in the comments box. When we arrived we were each given junior-suites for the same price as single rooms! We were delighted with our stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The location is truly excellent. It is in the centre of the town and many shopping and eating places are a very short walk away. I gave less than a perfect "noise" rating because on the last morning of our stay a gardener started trimming the Palm trees in the courtyard at 7am. But I guess this operation only happens once a year, so I was just unlucky...

9.3

fantastic hotel, great staff. I would have preferred the option of a room with a window you can see through. Certainly go again. The restraunts recommended by the staff were very good. An amazing building.

5.3

Born homepage does not specify between quieter inner court rooms and those towards the street. We got one of the latter, incredibly noisy at night and dark due to SMALL windows! Inner court is very nice for breakfast and relaxing after city sightseeing. We still recommend the hotel for short city trips. Ask for rooms directed to inner court!!

9.9

Excellent lcentral ocation. Excellent breakfast, lovely to be able to sit outside in the beautiful courtyard. Freindly service. Great value for money. Will go back.

8.4

Stayed in an inside courtyard facing room. A lovely hotel and very quiet and peaceful given it's location. Had friends staying in a street facing room and they found it noisy at night and also their room lacked light as the window was very small and high up so you could not see out. Would definitely recommend this hotel and will hopefully be going back next year.

9.7

Couldn't ask for a better place or location. Convenient to the heart of Palma. Not far from food, shopping, drinks, sightseeing bus stop and many other attractions. The hotel itself was very nice and charming. We had a room with the patio view. The AC was a little noisy but the rest of the hotel more than made up for that. The breakfast was included and don't miss it, not bad at all. Beautiful city and a beautiful hotel.

8.4

Das Ambiente in diesem sehr alten Hotel ist wundervoll. Mein Zimmer war schlicht, aber gut. Das Frühstück im Innenhof ist prima. Die Zentrale Lage in der Altstadt war optimal. Ich war sehr zufrieden und habe genau das gefunden, wonach ich gesucht hatte.

9.5

A superb old hotel in the heart of Palma old town. Eating breakfast in the courtyard, under the palm trees , was majical.

9.3

we stayed in 2 twin rooms overlooking the courtyard, both rooms were very nice and quiet.The breakfast in the courtyard was excellent. Overall a very nice hotel in the old quarter of Palma.

7.8

it was OK double room

8.4

Very nice hotel. Lovely old building sympathetically modernised in an excellent location. Only slight problem was some noise from air con, but overall very good. Tip for anyone looking for a swim: get the bus to Illetes - it stops almost right ouside the hotel and costs next to nothing - the beach is lovely and great for swimming; much better than you'd expect for this end of Mallorca.

7.9

Das Hotel ist schön und alt, genügt den Ansprücken, Zimmer sind groß genug, Bad ist gut. Der Strom fiel aus, drum gab es keinen Kaffee und kein Licht oder Fön oder ähnliches - aber das kann passieren. Der Innenhof ist herrlich. Ich würde wieder dort einkehren.

8.5

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Born Hotel. It was very central, especially for the shopping!! The staff were very helpful and courteous. One of our party had a heart problem in the middle of the night and the night porter was very concerned and helpful, it was just a shame that the ambulance took such a long time to arrive. We would certainly return to the Born next time we visit Palma.

4.4

Die Lage des Hotels ist fantastisch, direkt an den 2 Spopping Meilen gelegen. Das Hotel selbst macht auf den ersten Blick (Eingangsbereich) einen sehr guten Eindruck, der sich leider nicht in den Zimmern fortsetzt. Die Renovierung der Zimmer wurde mit billigsten Mitteln durchgeführt. Die Zimmer sind so hellhörig, dass ich wir nicht eine Minute schlafen konnten. Den Tipp ein Zimmer zum Hof zu nehmen haben wir befolgt, hat aber nur dazu geführt, dass wir auch noch den Lärm vom Innenhof mitbekommen haben. Das Preis-Leistungsverhältnis ist mehr als schlecht. Beim nächsten Mal werden wir uns ein nettes Hotel außerhalb des Zentrums suchen.

10

When I made the reservation I asked for and got an upgrade to a junior suite. Which was utterly fabulous and good value for the money. We are not talking new and modern here. I have stayed in plenty of modern hotels with little character to distinguish one from another. So Hotel Born was a breath of fresh air. Our suite was furnished with old furniture in character with the building - including a very nice four poster bed and wooden shutters for all the windows. Service was low key - which is the way we like it. But when we needed help (instructions and local advice) reception staff were happy to oblige. The hotel is in a good location just tucked off Passeig Born - close to the shopping areas and close to the sea. Breakfast is a buffet - no bacon and eggs here - get a coffee or tea from the bar then help yourself to fruit juices, various breads (which you can toast yourself), croissants, fruit, yoghurts, cereals, and a Mallorcan speciality peppers and onions on a dough base (think pizza without the cheese). If you want a taste of old Palma (we did)- forget the 2 star rating and choose this hotel. If you want to be waited on hand and foot in another air conditioned cloned hotel go somewhere else. For us - next time we visit Palma we will return to Hotel Born.

9.7

a very good value modest hotel, with willing service and good facilities. Breakfast very good value, Location very central but quiet - close to shops paseo del born and very close to a good restaurant ( La Bodeguilla).

9.0

The hotel building was beautiful and the location was very central. We had a room overlooking the courtyard and there was little noise from outside. The only slight problem was the internal soundproofing of the room. You could hear the slightest sound from the next door rooms. The staff were efficient but not very welcoming.