The stylish and sophisticated EL VICENÇ DE LA MAR, opened its doors in June 2022, is a new perfect spot to immerse yourself in an atmosphere of relaxation, gastronomy and nature, being carried away by the main pleasures of Mediterranean life and its scenic landscapes.
EL VICENÇ is a new member of The Mallorca Ç Collection and sits on the beautiful bay Cala Molins in Mallorca, on the northern coastline of the island, just 7 km from Pollença on the west side of Cap Formentor in Cala Sant Vicenç.
OASIS OF BEAUTY & TRANQUILITY
During the 50s and 60s, Cala Sant Vicenç had a golden age — its incredible beaches and secret coves moved thousands of tourists from all over the world. People began to travel for pleasure and leisure to Spain, especially to the Balearic Islands due to its great beauty.
Cala Sant Vicenç hosted some of the most luxurious hotels of that time, since it has four enchanting coves with crystal-clear waters. The “Cala”, so called by the locals of Pollença, was visited by politicians and royalty, celebrities, artists and actors, wanted to know the hidden mysterious beauty of this unique place. In recent years, interest in this place has increased again. New hotels, restaurants, recreational facilities are springing up, reviving the homage to this jewel of Majorca and bringing back the values that Cala Sant Vicenç deserves.
The main feature of the newly opened EL VICENÇ is the breathtaking tiered rooftop terrace with swimming pool, cocktail bar and restaurant, from where guests can enjoy magnificent views of Cala Sant Vicenc and the Sierra Tramuntana Mountains, which are a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Staying at the hotel, nature lovers can get to know it even closer — catch the Mediterranean breeze, walk along the beach surrounded by azure waters, go hiking or cycling.
In addition to relaxing in nature, there is a cozy Mediterranean-style library where you can play chess, backgammon or billiards. Next to the library, there is the Cinema with 24 seats, which is also decorated in a unique Mediterranean style.
COSINESS ON THE SEASHORE
EL VICENÇ offers 35 beautifully appointed rooms, including 4 Suites and 1 Penthouse suite. Some rooms and suites feature spacious private terraces with scenic coastline views. Junior, Signature or Privilege Suites feature a jacuzzi, private pool or outdoor hot tubs.
Staying in both the Penthouse Suite and the Suite with private pool and sea views, guests can arrange private dinner parties for family and friends with proper service on the large terraces for six to eight guests respectively.
The rooms are equipped with every comfort, including Wi-Fi, air conditioning, TV, coffee machine, electric kettle, minibar.
The bathroom has all the necessary bath accessories and perfumes from the famous brand Le Labo.
MEDITERRANEAN FLAVORS
Widely regarded as one of the island’s most talented chefs, Santi Taura, the recipient of two Repsol Suns and a Michelin Star in the 2021 and 2022 guide, who moved to Palma two years ago to lead the kitchen of El Llorenç Parc de la Mar, now also manages the gastronomic experience of all EL VICENÇ restaurants.
Guests can enjoy a culinary journey through Mallorca featuring the very best ingredients and dishes in the finest Santi style.
The hotel offers guests Restaurant EL VICENÇ, the hotel’s bistro restaurant U MAYOL — two restaurants with different menus combining the most natural Majorcan and Mediterranean cuisines — and Pool Bar, which operates daily at the rooftop.
EL VICENÇ
The Rooftop EL VICENÇ restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating.
In the mornings, beautiful and healthy buffet breakfasts are served here, where guests are offered a variety of cold meat, fish and cheese, various snacks, fruits and vegetables, chia pudding, honeycombs, jams, nuts and muesli, traditional Spanish pastries as well as juices, smoothies, tea, coffee, sparkling wine.
Popular option among guests is to order hot dishes from Breakfast menu, which offers various options for every taste and diet preferences. Sandwiches, Eggs Benedict with Jamón Ibérico or other toppings, Toast with avocado, Tomato salad with buffalo mozzarella and rocket and more.
In the evening, the restaurant awaits guests to enjoy the sunset and taste seasonal Á La Carte dishes or light snacks, accompanied by champagne, sparkling wine or any other drink from the restaurant’s wine & bar list.
In the Photo: Oscietra “Adamas” caviar — Served with crême fraîche, blinis and lemon (10g or 30g)
In the Photo: Oysters Gillardeau au naturel N° 2 — served with lemon, pepper and spicy sauce
U MAYOL
In close proximity to the sea, second restaurant U MAYOL located on the ground floor of the hotel, provides the gastronomic offer based on the flavors of the Mediterranean and the classics of the island.
Along with Á La Carte menu, Specials menu is available.
As a perfect Aperitif for a hot afternoon, your attention will be drawn to signature cocktails prepared on the basis of Vermouth: The white El Vicenç with lemon foam & The red El Llorenç with orange foam.
In the Photo: Squid Andalusian style with tzatziki sauce
In the Photo: Lobster Roll — Served on brioche bread, lobster, with aromatic salad, roll sauce and french fries
In the Photo: Grilled artichokes
ROOFTOP BAR
While soaking up the southern sun and continuing to enjoy magnificent views of the Mediterranean Sea and the mountains, you can treat yourself to delicious tapas, light snacks and a large selection of specialty drinks and cocktails in an idyllic setting at the hotel’s poolside bar.
WELNESS & RELAX
For rejuvenation and pep, Wellness Studio is located on the ground floor, partly under the large patio, which has a skylight that provides the perfect amount of daylight.
It has a 13-meter heated pool connecting the indoor and outdoor areas of the spa and gym, open 24 hours and equipped with the latest fitness machines.
Special treatment rooms offer revitalizing facial and body treatments based on Natura Bissé cosmetics.
The idea behind creating EL VICENÇ was to provide guests with the same best services and quality of service that they loved once explored El Llorenç, but solely in a luxurious beach environment and great opportunities for complete relaxation.
El Vicenç de La Mar
Address: Carrer Cala Molins, 6, 07469, Cala Sant Vicenç, Spain
Contacts: +34 871 110 392;
info@elvicenc.com
Instagram: @hotelelvicenc
Text: Marina Timo
Photo courtesy: EATWEEKGUIDE