There are sunsets you never forget.
And then there are those when, for a brief moment, day turns into night.
On 12 August 2026, Formentera will become one of the best places in Europe to witness the total solar eclipse. An extraordinary phenomenon that will transform the sky for a few minutes and make the island the destination of thousands of travellers from around the world eager to experience this once-in-a-lifetime event.
At Five Flowers Hotel Formentera Meliá Collection, we believe an experience like this begins long before you look up at the sky.
A summer that will only happen once
The eclipse will take place just before sunset, creating an atmosphere unlike any other. The light will slowly change, the horizon will reveal new shades and the Mediterranean landscape will offer an image that is unlikely to ever be repeated.
It will be one of those moments you only experience once in a lifetime.
The perfect place to experience the eclipse
To celebrate this historic event, Five Flowers Hotel Formentera Meliá Collection is preparing a very special experience, allowing both guests and visitors to enjoy the eclipse from The Sky Rooftop and Sunset Lounge, the hotel's most iconic rooftop.
Its privileged location, open views over the horizon and exclusive atmosphere make it the perfect setting to watch the sky change colour as the moon gradually covers the sun.
To accompany this unforgettable moment, the rooftop will host a special event where the experience will go far beyond simply watching the eclipse. A proposal designed to be enjoyed at a leisurely pace, featuring music, a carefully curated gastronomic selection, signature cocktails and a premium drinks offering that will transform the afternoon into a unique summer celebration in Formentera.
Because some moments deserve to be experienced from the very best place.
Much more than an astronomical phenomenon
The eclipse will be the highlight of the day, but the experience begins much earlier.
The day can start with an outdoor yoga session organised by Almma, the wellness brand by Paya Hotels, continue with a relaxing moment at the spa or by the pool, before heading up to the rooftop to witness one of the most extraordinary natural spectacles of the coming years.
And when the eclipse comes to an end, the experience will continue.
First, with the Mediterranean sunset. Then, as night falls, with the opportunity to watch the Perseid meteor shower, which reaches one of its peak moments during those days.
Very rarely does nature offer such a spectacular sequence of events in a single day.
An opportunity to witness the eclipse from a privileged location, raise a glass as the sky transforms completely and let Formentera do the rest.
Experience one of the most extraordinary events of summer 2026. Book your stay at Five Flowers Hotel Formentera Meliá Collection and enjoy the eclipse from The Sky Rooftop and Sunset Lounge.
