Cut through the gently undulating hills on the outskirts of Palma, Son Muntaner is a picturesque and thoroughly rewarding golf course. As part of the Arabella Golf Resort, it's an easy win for a Mallorca golf holiday, especially if you want quality golf without being miles from the action.
What to expect
You're only a short drive from Palma's old town, with the layout set among rolling terrain and subtle elevation changes. Designed by Kurt Rossknecht, Son Muntaner makes you think your way round. Fairways look inviting from the tee, but the real defence is on and around the greens, which can feel quick and quietly sneaky with their slopes.
Key holes and hazards
Water features on several holes and the par-3 17th is the one most people remember, a carry over the lake where a safe swing beats heroics. Get it slightly wrong and you'll be scrambling to save par. The conditioning is typically strong, with greens that roll nicely even outside peak season and fairways that often play on the firmer side in summer, so it can run out more than you expect.
Make it a multi-course break
Because it's part of the Arabella set-up, you can easily pair Son Muntaner with Golf Son Vida (the championship course), Golf Son Quint and the Son Vida Pitch & Putt. Handy if your group wants variety across a long weekend, or you've got mixed handicaps and want a blend of tests.
Who is this for? Golfers who want a well-presented, strategic course close to Palma's food, beaches and nightlife.
Who is it best for? Mid to low handicappers who enjoy accuracy and course management more than simply bombing driver, and groups looking to combine quality golf with the convenience of a resort base near the island's capital.
