| iv id="body"> | | | | The Bon Sol is nestled into a hillside in a small |
| Mallorca – the largest of Spain’s | | | | cove giving it wonderful privacy witha very small |
| Balearic Islands – offers a wide range of | | | | but cozy private beach. The beach is |
| scenery, from fertile plains to mountain peaks plus | | | | complemented by four pools atvarious levels |
| culture. Great shopping and gorgeous beaches | | | | from the beach to the main hotel. There is also |
| complete the picture. It is easy to see why it is | | | | more than adequatesun worshipping equipment |
| such a very popular European holiday destination. | | | | and tons of shade for those who prefer it. |
| Mallorca airport is modern, efficient and huge | | | | Thearchitecture is best appreciated from the sea |
| – it is a long way from the gate to the | | | | and gently blends the hotel into itslandscape |
| baggage claim! | | | | without attempting to dominate it. |
| So how do you get away from the typical tourist | | | | There are two active bars and two restaurants |
| bustle and enjoy a quiet relaxingtime, yet be close | | | | – one pair by the beach and one upthe hill |
| to the center of things in Mallorca? – Stay | | | | at the main hotel level. The food is excellent and |
| at the Bon Sol Hotel. | | | | there is lots of it! We chosethe modified American |
| This hotel, highly recommended by close friends, | | | | plan – breakfast is buffet style with an |
| is located in Illetas just fivekilometers from | | | | excellent egg station,plenty of fruit and a good |
| downtown Palma. Illetas was once a small town | | | | selection of breads and pastries. Dinner offers a |
| on it’s own but hasnow been enveloped by | | | | differentmenu each night and they will |
| growing Palma urbanization. The hotel is spread | | | | accommodate your wishes if you prefer ordering |
| into manysections over seven levels that are | | | | offthe menu. |
| serviced by pretty pathways and an | | | | The 92 rooms are each unique, but all are large, |
| excellentsystem of elevators. The common areas | | | | have good bathrooms, excellentviews, with a |
| are endless and outstanding with uniqueeclectic | | | | balcony or terrace. There are 28 villas for families |
| decorations that date from medieval to modern | | | | or more extendedstays. |
| times and provide a warmand friendly | | | | Most of the guests are frequent visitors – |
| environment that effectively encourages | | | | in fact, the opening line when you meetsomeone |
| relaxation. There are several | | | | new in one of the elevators, or in line for a |
| Knights in Armor posted at strategic locations on | | | | breakfast omelet is ‘Have youbeen here |
| guard for the guests. | | | | before?” The answer is usually yes. This is |
| The hotel is family owned and run by Lorraine and | | | | the best recommendation ofall! |
| Martin Xamena, who representthe second | | | | For something completely different take a drive |
| generation. They are hands on managers and are | | | | into the mountains – the roads aregood and |
| always guiding thehotel with friendly efficiency, | | | | the views are outstanding. Visit Valldemosa, Deia, |
| complemented by an attentive staff, most of | | | | Port de Soller and |
| who havebeen at the Bon Sol for many years. | | | | Andratx – it is a fun and easy day trip. |
| The web site is located at: [ | | | | |