Commercial properties and selected investments
Buy commercial property in Mallorca – restaurants, hotels and business premises
The commercial property market in Mallorca is smaller and more specialised than the market for apartments, houses and fincas. Nevertheless, interesting opportunities regularly arise for business owners, hospitality professionals and investors who want to develop a viable concept in an international location.
Depending on current availability, we broker selected restaurants, cafés, hotels, retail premises, offices and other commercially usable properties. The decisive factors are not only the location and purchase price, but also the authorised use, existing licences, contractual situation and financial viability of the proposed business.
- Authorised commercial use
- Activity, opening and terrace licences
- Existing lease or operating agreements
- Planning status and technical condition
- Ongoing costs and required investment
- Realistic assessment of the business model
What types of commercial property are available in Mallorca?
The commercial property market in Mallorca includes many different types of premises. Restaurants, hotels, retail units, offices, medical practices and flexible commercial spaces may be available in tourist areas and urban locations. However, the number of suitable properties is often limited and availability may change quickly.
Restaurants and hospitality
Restaurants, cafés and bars may be offered as freehold properties or together with an existing business, equipment, lease agreement or business transfer.
Hotels and accommodation
Small hotels, rural hotels and selected accommodation businesses are sometimes marketed publicly, but many are offered discreetly.
Retail units, offices and practices
Retail premises, offices, medical practices and flexible commercial units are found particularly in Palma, larger municipalities and coastal towns.
For restaurants and hospitality businesses, the precise scope of the licence, possible terrace permits, permitted opening hours, noise-control requirements and existing equipment are particularly important. When an existing business is being transferred rather than the freehold property itself, the purchase price, transfer payment, rental agreement and inventory must be reviewed separately.
For hotels and accommodation businesses, key factors include the activity licence, authorised capacity, official category, structural condition, occupancy levels and potential modernisation or development costs.
Check the commercial property carefully before buying
Buying a commercial property is generally more complex than purchasing a property intended exclusively for private use. In addition to checking the Land Registry, Cadastre and planning legality, the authorised use and operational requirements must also be reviewed.
The fact that a business is already operating from the premises does not automatically mean that all licences are complete, current or transferable to a new operator. It should also be clarified whether planned alterations, changes of use or extensions are permitted.
- Land Registry extract and ownership details
- Cadastral information and actual floor areas
- Building and use permits
- Activity and opening licences
- Terrace permits and special authorisations
- Existing lease, tenancy or operating agreements
- Inventory, business transfer and assumed obligations
- Community fees, taxes and ongoing operating costs
- Technical condition and necessary investment
- Possible administrative conditions or open proceedings
Before making a binding purchase decision, we recommend having the property reviewed by a lawyer specialising in Spanish property and commercial law. Depending on the proposed project, advice from a tax consultant, architect or technical surveyor may also be advisable.
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Frequently asked questions about commercial property in Mallorca
What types of commercial property are available in Mallorca?
Depending on the market situation, restaurants, cafés, hotels, retail premises, offices, medical practices, storage units and other commercial properties may be available. However, the supply is considerably smaller than in the residential property market.
What should be checked before buying?
In addition to ownership and the structural condition, the authorised use, activity and opening licences, contracts, ongoing costs and possible administrative conditions should be checked carefully.
Is an existing activity licence transferred automatically?
This must be checked individually for each property and business. Depending on the licence, activity and municipality, notifications, changes of licence holder or new administrative procedures may be required.
Are there commercial properties that are not advertised publicly?
Yes. Some commercial and hotel properties are marketed discreetly. Whether suitable opportunities are available depends on the individual search profile and the current market situation.
Can Mallorca be an attractive location for a business?
This depends largely on the business model, target group, location, seasonality and operating costs. Strong tourist demand alone does not guarantee financial success.
How do I begin searching for a commercial property?
The best approach is to tell us which type of property you require, your preferred location, intended use, required floor area and approximate investment budget. We can then check whether suitable publicly advertised or discreet opportunities are available.
Looking for commercial property in Mallorca?
The available selection is limited and changes continuously. Tell us whether you are looking for a restaurant, hotel, retail unit, office or another type of commercial space. We will personally review which current opportunities may suit your plans.
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