Ibiza Hotels, Majorca Hotels, Apartments, Accommodation

I can imagine that people who have never visited the holiday island of Majorca before, but only heard the many stories about its excellent beaches and vibrant tourist resorts, might think that beach and nightlife is all there is on offer on this popular summer destination. Well for those who?d like to visit the island, but are more interested in a quiet and relaxed stay combined with some cultural and historical ingredients, the island also has many charming and peaceful historic towns on offer. One of the most famous is probably Valldemosa. The Polish pianist and composer Frederic Chopin spent the winter of 1838 in this village together with his lover, the French feminist author George Sand who wrote a book about their Majorcan adventure afterwards. Apparently the couple didn?t enjoy their time on the island as much as most visitors do nowadays. The weather was bad and had worsened the composer?s health, the piano they expected never arrived, and the locals of the village weren?t the friendliest either.

Today the cell in the Royal Carthusian Monastery where they were staying is open to visitors. Besides that the monastery accommodates several museums, like an old pharmacy, the monk?s library, and a modern art museum with works of several renowned artists. In the charming medieval village or in its surroundings you can find nice Majorca accommodation. You can choose for a rural holiday and stay in an authentic Majorcan countryside house, or go for more luxury and choose a comfortable stay in the cosy four-star hotel in Valldemosa. Other popular rural destinations on Majorca are Campanet and Orient in the Sierra de Tramuntana, Montuiri and Binissalem.