Es Jonquet – Palma’s Most Charming Tiny Barrio
Tucked between Santa Catalina’s buzz and the calm of the marina, Es Jonquet is one of Palma’s best-kept secrets. With cobbled lanes, shuttered cottages, and postcard views, it’s not only historic — it’s downright cinematic. In this guide, we explore why this micro-neighborhood deserves a major spot on your Palma radar.
📍 Where is Es Jonquet?
Es Jonquet is located on a bluff just behind Santa Catalina Market, perched above Passeig Marítim, and directly next to the famous windmills that overlook the port.
Despite being minutes from Palma’s nightlife and food scene, it feels like another world — quiet, walkable, and full of soul.
✨ Why is Es Jonquet Special?
A mix of preservation, peacefulness, and personality makes Es Jonquet one of the most character-rich corners of Palma.
✅ Protected status ensures the area keeps its charm
✅ Pastel facades, leafy plants, and tiled entryways create postcard views
✅ Narrow, car-free lanes = peace and quiet
✅ Just a 5-minute stroll to Santa Catalina or the marina
✅ Rare combination of calm + connection
This is the neighborhood locals whisper about — not because they want to keep it a secret, but because they don’t want it to change.
🏠 What Kind of Place is This?
Small. Quiet. Soulful.
▪️ Most homes are traditional whitewashed townhouses with shutters and balconies
▪️ You’ll find tiny doorways, private patios, and rooftops with sea views
▪️ Streets are named after fishermen, not developers
▪️ Community is strong, and the pace is slow (in the best way)
Es Jonquet feels more like a village inside the city — perfect if you want to hear birds, not scooters.
💬 What Locals Say
“It’s the only place in Palma where I hear birds instead of mopeds.”
– Sara, ceramic artist and Es Jonquet resident
“You don’t live in Palma here — you live above it. It’s like floating in your own peaceful bubble.”
– Miguel, architect and longtime neighbor
🛍️ What’s Nearby?
Living in Es Jonquet means you’re steps from some of Palma’s best dining, shopping, and scenery.
▪️ Santa Catalina Market – fresh produce, local fish, perfect vermut
▪️ Carrer de Sant Magí – bars, wine shops, art galleries, late-night life
▪️ Paseo Marítimo – walk, cycle, or sail from here
▪️ Hostal Cuba rooftop – cocktails with a view
▪️ La Madeleine de Proust – French bakery with cult-favorite croissants
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💶 Renting or Buying in Es Jonquet
It’s exclusive — and it shows in the pricing.
| Type | Price Range |
|---|---|
| 1-bed rental | €1,100 – €1,600/month |
| Renovated townhouses | From €700,000+ |
| Historic fixer-uppers | Occasionally available |
| Tourist rentals | Highly restricted |
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🚶 Getting Around
Even though it’s tiny, Es Jonquet is beautifully positioned for exploring the city without needing a car.
▪️ 5-minute walk to Santa Catalina, Passeig Marítim, or Hostal Cuba
▪️ 15 minutes to Palma Old Town or Plaza España (via Carrer de la Pursiana)
▪️ Access to city buses, bike lanes, and taxis within 2–3 blocks
▪️ No private parking — but that’s kind of the point
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🧘 Is Es Jonquet Right for You?
This isn’t a place for high-rises, wild nights, or touristy pop-ins.
✅ You crave peace and architectural charm
✅ You’re into character homes and historic vibes
✅ You’d rather sip coffee in your courtyard than queue for brunch
✅ You don’t mind narrow lanes and the occasional uphill walk
✅ You want to live in Palma, not next to the party
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Final Thoughts – Palma’s Most Peaceful Place?
Es Jonquet isn’t for everyone — but for some, it’s perfect.
Quiet mornings. Historic homes. Sea breezes and jasmine vines.
It’s what Palma felt like before it became trendy — and somehow, it still feels that way today.
If you get the chance to live or stay here… take it. You’ll understand why we’re so charmed.
Have you wandered through Es Jonquet? Lived here? Snapped a perfect sunset from the windmills?
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