Following on from April´s Top 5 coffee places in Palma, here are some of our favourite rooftops to chill out and enjoy a sundowner after a long day at PIBS:
1. Tree House by UM
What pops into your mind when someone mentions a ‘tree house’? An escape from daily chores? The excitement of watching life passing by below, without being noticed high up above it? Despite being aimed at thrill-seeking adults, the recently opened Tree House by UM definitely has some elements of those childhood memories. Granted, your juice box will be swapped for “elevated signature cocktails, and a fine selection of spirits and wines”.
Upon leaving PIBS and climbing up several dozens of steps, you will be rewarded with some enchanting views of both the Cathedral and those gorgeous yachts moored in the marina. Kick back, relax and try their signature cocktail Pura Vida (with passion fruit, Aperol, tequila, Passoa and mezcal essence), or the wonderful Pink Sour – with rhubarb gin, grapefruit juice, rosemary sugar, Angostura bitters and lemon/lime!
Address: Carrer del Moll, 6
2. Hotel Almudaina – Sky Bar
Heading away from PIBS and the seafront, perhaps while indulging in a spot of shopping on Paseo del Borne or Jaume lll, take a break at Hotel Almudaina´s Sky Bar and enjoy a view of the port and the Cathedral from another angle. They offer a selection of classic cocktails at Sky Bar, but a glass of ice-cold cava is a firm favourite.
If you find yourself there at lunchtime, make sure to try Sky Bar’s weekly changing ‘menu del dia’ – a satisfying three-course meal, and at under €20 euros – it’s a steal!
Address: Avenida Jaime III, 9
3. Hotel Nakar – CUIT Bar and Restaurant
Take a few more steps up the exclusive shopping street Jaume lll, and you will reach Nakar – another hotel with spectacular views of the city. At their CUIT Bar and Restaurant, you can enjoy a wonderful menu by renowned Mallorcan chef Miquel Calent.
If you climb another short flight of stairs, you can sit by the small but stunning pool, sipping an Aperol Spritz and enjoying the views of the historic centre, the Cathedral, Bellver Castle and the beautiful bay of Palma.
Address: Avenida Jaime III, 21
4. Es Princep – ALMAQ
Es Princep Rooftop is open all day until late, allowing you to spend the morning basking in the warming sun or kick start a night on the town in style. During the day it is tranquil and chilled, while at night it gets busy and buzzy! It is one of the favourite spots in town for ‘bon vivants’ and cocktail connoisseurs.
If you are just visiting, this is a perfect opportunity to experience the way locals live and have fun in the evenings when the sky changes colour and the music gets that little bit louder! Grab a gin & tonic here and enjoy the view of the open sea!
Address: Calle Bala Roja 1
5. Rooftop El Llorenç
This place’s tagline is “camino a las estrellas” i.e. “the way to the stars” and it really feels like that once you are up there in this colourful, chilled-out setting.
Rooftop El Llorenç is best known for its Restaurant Urbà by Santi Taura and the food is excellent. But, besides that, it is another great spot to relax, disconnect and enjoy some memorable views of Palma.
The extensive list of cocktails includes cava-based and classic treats. However, for something entirely different, try one of their Mallorcan liquors. My favourite is AGUARDIENTE CA NA MORA FIGA DE MORO – a prickly pear spirit!
Address: Plaça de Llorenç Villalonga, 4
