http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/ Welcome to Been there. Your tips on the places you know - that you love, live in or have just visited - are what make this guide. http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/34570 It all leaves you with a certain image – different from the standard - of a Mallorca where you walk, the route is very beautiful and scenic, and at the end of the day, tired, you come to these beautifully located refuges that are not only refuges but a place that lets you ‘experience’ food, meet other walkers and drink great cheap coffee.
To give some background, the GR 221 Dry Stone Route is a 132 km eight stage hiking route of medium difficulty which can be walked in parts or combined with other sightseeing. The five refuges - Can Boi, Muleta, Tossals Verds, Son Amer and Pont Roma – are all located in the northern rocky part of Mallorca which both needs tourists economically and landscape-wise remains unspoilt by the brand of tourism Mallorca has long been associated with.
Price wise, the dorms are all uniformly priced at € 11 a night with optional dinner at € 8.50 which is brilliant value for three courses including a carafe of wine. The refuges can all be booked online at: www.conselldemallorca.net/mediambient/pedra

Final point, the doors close at 10pm with the lights going out at 11pm. So if hard walking and early sleeping is your idea of a good holiday, do check out the link I have put below.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/34570 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/34569 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/34569 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/34567 With simple, functional accommodation and a range of local rustic fayre from no less than three restaurants, a cafe and a bakery it has something to suit all budgets (the cafe is best value). But beware - it will not suit party animals - you are expected to be silent after 11:00 pm!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/34567 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/34564 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/34564 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/34557 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/34557 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/34540 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/34540 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/34539 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/34539 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/34537 Specific highlights were the swimming pool where my sons and me spent an idyllic summer afternoon, our evening meal on the terrace patio - the suckling pig was wonderful. We also enjoyed the freshest sangria I have ever tasted. My youngest son's highlight was the fresh orange juice at breakfast straight from the orchard.
The website is lovely but the reality is even better, every part of the hotel inside and out is pristine.
Son Palou has my highest recommendation and we will be back.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/34537 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/34536 There is a buffet menu for all meals with local cuisine and fresh produce. Sporting activity programe and nightly entertainment if you want it. An adult only haven. No coincidence most of my fellow guests were teachers!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/34536 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/34472 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/34472 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/26603 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/26603 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/20855 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/20855 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/20854 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/20854 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/20320
The hotel deco is classic but nice, and it has a good restaurant with fresh fish and local products.

I recommend it to those looking to relax (yoga classes are available) and want to visit 'the other Mallorca', not the one of sun and sangria.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/20320 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/20308
I really enjoyed my stay there and it's perfect for a short escapade to Palma, as it's close to Palma shopping, nightlife and restaurant areas.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/20308 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/20303
Avoid if you don't like children.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/20303 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19254 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19254 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18238
Excellent personal treatment, plus amazing home-made Mallorcan food, and breathtaking views.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18238 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13530
The two suites have spectacular views of the sea, but all the rooms have been decorated with love and attention to detail.

Penny, the owner, is a warm and helpful hostess.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13530 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13060
Modern but not cold or boring (Scando style).
Lovely sized rooms (enough room for a big bed and sofa). Discreet TV hifi combo, with a free DVD and CD library (good selection too).

Beautiful coastal views (amazing for the sunset).
A good bar, great breakfast, great burgers (on room service - in fact the room service food is better than the main restaurant which was a bit nouvelle).

Wonderful staff, just really super helpful.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13060