




In short: Tripplo’s analysis covers a sample of 62 guest reviews of Cap Rocat. Guests in the sample highlight Service & staff, The rooms and Food & restaurants. The most common complaints: Some standard suites have no windows and feel like damp caves. Buggies do not always work flawlessly.
Cap Rocat, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World is a former military fortress, carefully restored to offer 5-star luxury accommodation. The hotel offers wonderful views of the Mediterranean Sea and the Majorcan countryside.
Hotel Cap Rocat, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World is set in a quiet area of Palma Bay, near Cala Blava. The hotel has direct access to the sea. There is also an outdoor swimming pool and sun terrace.
The hotel offers a Spa which guests can use for free, and a Hammam at an extra cost. There are also tennis courts and a fitness centre with a personal training service. Outdoor yoga and pilates classes are also offered.
Rooms at the hotel offer a private balcony, air conditioning and a minibar. They also come with a bathrobe and slippers, as well as a CD and DVD player.
Cap Rocat, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World’s restaurant serves fresh Mediterranean food. The hotel also offers large public lounges and patios. Free Wi-Fi access is available in all areas.
For safety reasons due to the unique architecture of the fortress, Cap Rocat, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World cannot accommodate children younger than 15 years old.
Facts we have checked
- Adults only
- Minimum age15+
- Adult facilities
- Adults-only area
- Private-pool rooms
- Own sea access
- Sunbeds or beach club
- Sea-view rooms
- Spa
- Indoor pool
Tripplo's verdict, based on guest reviews
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 10 October 2026 · How we review hotels
Lovers of historic design seeking absolute privacy will appreciate Cap Rocat's fortress-like seclusion. Key highlights include exceptionally personal service and a calm, adults-only atmosphere. However, because of the historic structure, some rooms can feel a little damp, and there is no sandy beach directly outside the property.
Guests score it 8.2 out of 10 — the average across the 54 hotels we list on Mallorca is 9.1.
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What Guests Loved
- You’ll be staying in a spectacular 19th-century military fortress carved straight into the rock. From the sea it’s almost invisible, and you move around via old moats and atmospheric passageways. The most exclusive suites occupy former cannon positions, offering a level of privacy that’s genuinely hard to come by around the Mediterranean – ideal if you’re after peace and quiet.
- Breakfast is a firm favourite: there’s no buffet, just a beautifully prepared picnic hamper delivered to your terrace, filled with local treats, fresh bread and juice.
Things to Consider
- Its remote setting means longer journeys into Palma and to other restaurants. You may find yourself relying on the hotel’s dining, which can start to feel a touch limited on longer stays.
- Because the hotel is built into sandstone and a number of rooms sit partly below ground, a few guests notice humidity and a faint “cellar” scent. If you’re sensitive to that, it’s worth requesting a room above ground level.
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Should you book it?
Cap Rocat is worth booking for adults wanting a quiet escape from busy family resorts — but pick somewhere else if you want a sandy beach directly outside your hotel.
Book it if you want
- Adults wanting a quiet escape from busy family resorts
- Guests who prefer breakfast delivered directly to their terrace
- Travellers seeking complete privacy in a historic fortress
Pick somewhere else if
- You want a sandy beach directly outside your hotel
- You want many dining options within walking distance
- You are sensitive to humidity and cellar scents
Rooms & which one to pick
Our tip: For travellers wanting a sea view, book the Superior Suite with Sea View, which features 60 m² of space, a king bed, and a private balcony. If you prefer a private pool, select the Suite with Private Pool, which offers a 55 m² area with a king bed and a private balcony.
- Suite1 queen bedsleeps 245 m²private balconyair conditioningmini-barbathrobeslippersCD and DVD player
- Double Room1 queen bedsleeps 235 m²air conditioningmini-barbathrobeslippersCD and DVD player
- Deluxe Double Room with Sea View1 king bedsleeps 240 m²private balconyair conditioningmini-barbathrobeslippersCD and DVD playersea view
- Suite with Private Pool1 king bedsleeps 255 m²private poolprivate balconyair conditioningmini-barbathrobeslippers
- Superior Suite with Sea View1 king bedsleeps 260 m²private balconyair conditioningmini-barbathrobeslipperssea view
Room types as listed on Booking.com; availability varies by date.
Prices at Cap Rocat
When we last checked (13 October 2026), a 2-night stay for two adults cost from €1,311 in total (€656 per night).
Prices sampled daily by Tripplo for a two-adult stay about a month ahead, in EUR. Your dates may differ — use the price check to see live availability.
Typical price per night: €1,415. Lowest €614 (check-in 9 Nov), highest €4,981 (check-in 26 Sept).
Stays starting on a Friday or Saturday cost about 52% more per night than stays starting Sunday to Thursday.
Price per night for check-ins from 22 Sept to 12 Nov, measured daily by Tripplo for 2 nights and two adults, one month ahead.
Photos from previous guests
Photos provided by GoogleWhat guests say
Reviews from Google“Cap Rocat is one of those places where the location is as much a part of the experience as the food. The setting is honestly spectacular — right by the sea, surrounded by the old fortress, with beautiful views across the Bay of Palma. It feels very peaceful and completely different from most restaurants on the island. The food was very good, especially the fresh fish and seafood, and I really liked the simplicity of the cooking. Good ingredients, grilled properly, without trying to make everything overly complicated. Service was professional and attentive throughout. Yes, it is expensive, but I think you come here for the whole experience, not just for what is on the plate. A long lunch by the sea at Cap Rocat is one of those Mallorca experiences you remember afterwards. Definitely a place I would recommend for a special occasion or simply when you want to enjoy a beautiful side of the island.”
“We had a lovely experience in one of the centinelas! Impeccable service, highest quality food in all restaurants and areas.! Amazing view, overall 10/10. Room service also fantastic Improvement: Buggys need to work more flawlessly, especially for hotel guests. Floor in the rooms, despite being difficult, need to be cleaned better. After 1‘ you have black feet. Doors need to be renovated to the balcony.”
“A hotel with a mood. Must visit. Fantastic staff who are seemingly everywhere just when you need them. Dinners and lunches at both restaurants were out of this world. Breakfast left a little to be desired. Our room was a little dank. However the service, staff, the architecture and the views more than made up for it.”
“It’s our second trip to Cap Rocat this year. It’s the sun, the moon, and the stars. ⭐️🌙 I recognized its signature scent the moment we got in the car from the airport (take one of their complimentary candles home—you’ll understand). The fortress is formidable yet welcoming, private yet wonderfully unpretentious. It’s the perfect place for love, new ideas, inspiration, or simply disappearing off the grid for a few days. Wifi was fine for the writing working type. Mediterranean dining ON the sea divine. Strong spa game. Sleep comes easily here—the rooms feel like beautiful, peaceful dens. Jump off the cliffs, eat fresh fish, walk for hours, and let time slow down. I actually designed my home with this place in mind—soft places to land, sculpted topiary, weathered stone, natural textures, barefoot living, and an invitation to slow down.”
“I have been lucky enough to stay at amazing 5 star hotels like The Grace on Santorini, San Pietro di Positano, Palazzo Avino in Ravello and Can Simoneta in Mallorca. I feel like I know what a true 5 star stay is, food, service and rooms. Cap Rocat is not a 5 star hotel and let me explain why: unless you stay in the Suite Del Mar or the Sentinal suites, your room will have no window (still a suite and still about 2k a night). The room is like a damp cave with outdated fixtures and a plastic bath. The luxury you see on the pictures and on instagram is not true. Do not be duped like we were. The breakfast is sub par. The coffee is terrible. I am a breakfast and coffee person and was horrified by the spread, old fruit, bland pastries, no flare. If you’re paying wow factor prices, you should be given a wow factor experience. The food at the restaurants is not much better. Where is an amazing chef and attention to detail? The hotel its self is quiet and private but there are no views. The main bar feels lonely and small without a vista to look at and very quickly the stone walls start to feel oppressive. The instagram photos are mostly from the restaurant you’re not allowed into unless you’re paying for the set meal. On the whole this place is way overpriced and lacks attention to detail or the kind of luxury you’d expect when you're paying huge amounts per night. Plus the restaurants are lacking majorly. Go elsewhere. This needs to be reduced to a 4 star and drop their prices. Do not be fooled.”
What guests actually say
Tripplo’s analysis uses a sample of 62 guest reviews. Texts may be shortened. Mentions are counted after automated classification and describe the sample, rather than every guest’s experience.
The sample follows how Booking.com and Google sort reviews, which puts satisfied guests first, so criticism is under-represented. Read the drawbacks below and the latest reviews on Booking.com before you book.
Food & restaurants
- +Outstanding and picturesque onsite restaurants
- +Delicious food, including highly recommended carpaccio
- +Beautifully presented in-room breakfast setup
- +Great tasting menu dining option
- –Breakfast left a little to be desired
”Excellent food, service and the restaurants are picturesque and gorgeous!” — guest, translated
Service & staff
- +Attentive and exceptional staff members
- +Incredible and warm welcome experience
- +Remarkable attention to every detail
- +Convenient buggy transportation around the property
- –Buggies do not always work flawlessly
- –Accusations from staff regarding stolen items
”The staff was EXCEPTIONAL and everyone went out of their way to provide over-the-top service...” — guest, translated
Pools, beach & aquapark
- +Delightful pool and beach areas
- +Excellent pool bar staff service
- +Great roof terrace and sunbeds
- –Unsatisfactory handling of stolen items at the beach
”The pool and beach areas were also delightful.” — guest, translated
The rooms
- +Spacious, quiet, and private suites
- +Heavenly comfortable beds
- +Lovely soaking tubs with bath salts and candles
- +Large and fabulous rooms
- –Some standard suites have no windows and feel like damp caves
- –Balcony doors need renovation
- –Outdated fixtures in some rooms
”We loved our suite. Spacious, quiet and private. The bed was heavenly.” — guest, translated
Condition & cleanliness
- +Impeccably clean rooms
- +Pristine property maintenance
- +Beautifully preserved historic fort walls and lobby
- –Floor cleaning could be improved as feet turn black
- –Plastic bath fixtures present in some rooms
”The rooms are impeccably clean, the food delicious” — guest, translated
Location
- +Amazing and gorgeous location
- +Unique setting in a historic converted fort
- +Stunning and beautiful views
”The location and the rooms are amazing.” — guest, translated
Noise levels
- +Suites are quiet and private
”Spacious, quiet and private. The bed was heavenly.” — guest, translated
Value for money are mentioned too rarely in the sample for an honest picture — we don't guess.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Cap Rocat from the airport?
Cap Rocat is 8.5 km from Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI).
How far is Cap Rocat from the centre of Mallorca?
Cap Rocat is 35 km from the centre of Mallorca.
How do guests rate Cap Rocat?
Cap Rocat is rated 4.7 out of 5 on Google, based on 1,313 reviews. On Booking.com it scores 8.2/10 from 65 guest reviews.
How many stars does Cap Rocat have?
Cap Rocat is a 5-star hotel.
What amenities does Cap Rocat offer?
Cap Rocat offers beachfront, private Beach, 2 swimming pools, spa and wellness center, non-smoking rooms and fitness center.
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