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Hotel Review  /  Palma de Mallorca, Spain

Nivia Born Boutique Hotel Review

The sharpest Paseo del Born address in Palma: small, specific, and well-located for the cathedral, harbor, and luxury shopping corridor.

Nivia Born Boutique Hotel, Paseo del Born, Spain

Overview: What is Nivia Born Boutique Hotel?

Nivia Born Boutique Hotel occupies a restored historic building on Paseo del Born, Palma's golden mile. 22 rooms over multiple floors, with a 1950s-themed dining room on the ground floor and a rooftop terrace on the 7th and 8th floors offering cathedral and sea views. Part of the Nivia Hotel Collection within the Garden Hotels group.

Where is Nivia Born Boutique Hotel? Location and access

Carrer dels Paraires 24, on Paseo del Born, within 5 minutes' walk of Palma Cathedral and surrounded by luxury boutiques (Louis Vuitton, Cartier, Bvlgari). Palma de Mallorca Airport is 12 km away.

Nearby landmarks

  • Paseo del Born
  • Palma Cathedral (La Seu)
  • Royal Palace of La Almudaina
  • Es Baluard Museum
  • Plaza Mayor
  • Sa Llotja

Rooms at Nivia Born Boutique Hotel

22 rooms across categories including Sweet, Cozy, Princess Suite, and Hidden Suite. The Hidden Suite includes a free-standing bathtub and hydromassage tub. Locally-sourced toiletries, pillow menu, 24-hour room service.

Service and staff

Small team, personalized service. Private transfers in luxury cars or limousines available. Guest feedback consistently highlights warmth at reception and restaurant.

Amenities at Nivia Born Boutique Hotel

Rooftop terrace with two levels (7th and 8th floors), art deco restaurant and bar, 24-hour reception, wellness treatments and massages by arrangement, pet-friendly (maximum one animal up to 15 kg).

Full amenity list

  • Two-level rooftop terrace
  • The Lounge restaurant (1950s theme)
  • The Terrace rooftop restaurant
  • Wellness treatments by arrangement
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24-hour room service
  • Pillow menu

Food and drink

The Lounge restaurant serves Mediterranean and international menus in a 1950s-themed room. The Terrace restaurant and bar on the rooftop is the destination at sunset.

Design and architecture

Art deco meets contemporary chic. The 1950s-themed Lounge is the signature space. Rooms favor comfortable beds, double glazing for quiet, and selected wallpapers and lighting.

Pros and cons

What stands out

  • Rooftop with Palma Cathedral and sea views
  • Prime Paseo del Born location
  • 22-room scale, highly personal
  • Pet-friendly (free booking direct)
  • Art deco design language throughout

What falls short

  • No outdoor pool
  • Small footprint, limited common areas
  • Hotel entrance on a side street, not directly on Paseo del Born

Fun facts about Nivia Born Boutique Hotel

  • Located on Paseo del Born, historically known as Palma's golden mile.
  • The Lounge restaurant is styled around 1950s visual references.
  • The rooftop spans two levels on the 7th and 8th floors.
  • The hotel is pet-friendly with a dedicated Pet Pack (bed, water fountain, bowl).
  • Part of the Nivia Hotel Collection within Garden Hotels.

Is Nivia Born Boutique Hotel worth it? The final verdict

The right small-hotel pick on Paseo del Born. If you want more amenities (pool, spa), the chain options nearby deliver, but Nivia's rooftop and restaurant compensate for the scale.

Frequently asked questions about Nivia Born Boutique Hotel

Is Nivia Born worth it?

Yes for couples and design travelers who want Paseo del Born location and small-hotel personality. If a pool or spa is essential, look at larger Palma properties.

Where is Nivia Born located?

Carrer dels Paraires 24, just off Paseo del Born in central Palma de Mallorca.

What is the star rating?

Five stars, part of the Nivia Hotel Collection within Garden Hotels.

Is the hotel pet-friendly?

Yes. One pet up to 15 kg is allowed per room. Booking direct includes a complimentary Pet Pack (bed, water fountain, bowl).

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