The upscale Hotel Restaurant Galena Mas Comangau is a converted 16th-century Catalan farmhouse set a 10-minute walk from the historic center of Begur and its castle, and an eight-minute drive from Platja Fonda, the nearest beach. With rough stone walls and hefty, solid roof timbers, the hotel is rustic and cozy, and its 20 rooms combine the design of centuries gone by with modern creature comforts like rainfall showers, minibars, and flat-screen TVs. Guests rave about the restaurant’s rendition of classic Catalan cuisine. That said, guests looking for a pool or easy access to the beach might want to look at the Hotel Aigua Blava.
The upscale Hotel Restaurant Galena Mas Comangau is a converted 16th-century Catalan farmhouse set a 10-minute walk from the historic center of Begur and its castle, and an eight-minute drive from Platja Fonda, the nearest beach. With rough stone walls and hefty, solid roof timbers, the hotel is rustic and cozy, and its 20 rooms combine the design of centuries gone by with modern creature comforts like rainfall showers, minibars, and flat-screen TVs. Guests rave about the restaurant’s rendition of classic Catalan cuisine. That said, guests looking for a pool or easy access to the beach might want to look at the Hotel Aigua Blava.
This property has probably one of the most striking locations of all of the chain’s hotels -- except maybe for the Parador de Granada. With a cliff-top setting offering gorgeous views of the rugged Mediterranean coast; a large pool overlooking the ocean; and easy access to a beautiful (but busy) beach, this could be one of the top hotels in Costa Brava. However, while some find room decor charmingly traditional Mediterranean, others find it downright old-fashioned. Also, the restaurant is overpriced (though it serves a delicious breakfast), and there’s a fee for parking. Nevertheless, for many the views will be well worth the somewhat uninspired rooms and the high rates.
This property has probably one of the most striking locations of all of the chain’s hotels -- except maybe for the Parador de Granada. With a cliff-top setting offering gorgeous views of the rugged Mediterranean coast; a large pool overlooking the ocean; and easy access to a beautiful (but busy) beach, this could be one of the top hotels in Costa Brava. However, while some find room decor charmingly traditional Mediterranean, others find it downright old-fashioned. Also, the restaurant is overpriced (though it serves a delicious breakfast), and there’s a fee for parking. Nevertheless, for many the views will be well worth the somewhat uninspired rooms and the high rates.
This budget hotel, with 208 rooms, offers a good deal for the price, but some repeat problems may surface including general noise, poor levels of room cleanliness, and pesky extra charges for amenities such as Wi-Fi and use of in-room fridges. The building itself is a '70s-era construction, located in downtown Platja d’Aro; the decor in both the common areas and the individual rooms is not far from this dated aesthetic. An outdoor pool, pool bar, and some other amenities like an internet terminal in the lobby, a children’s play room, and plenty of meeting spaces draw budget-conscious families and business travelers.
This budget hotel, with 208 rooms, offers a good deal for the price, but some repeat problems may surface including general noise, poor levels of room cleanliness, and pesky extra charges for amenities such as Wi-Fi and use of in-room fridges. The building itself is a '70s-era construction, located in downtown Platja d’Aro; the decor in both the common areas and the individual rooms is not far from this dated aesthetic. An outdoor pool, pool bar, and some other amenities like an internet terminal in the lobby, a children’s play room, and plenty of meeting spaces draw budget-conscious families and business travelers.
The 300 rooms here are laid out in white-stucco, five-story buildings that look directly onto the beach. The property is very popular with families with children because of its proximity to the water, children’s play area, and lovely outdoor pool with stunning views of the sea. There are some reports of issues with cleanliness and also poor volume control in the hotel in general, and in the dining room, which can get quickly overwhelmed with guests, resulting in long lines. This property, which sits within a 15-minute walk of the Platja d’Aro commercial district, could be a good value for the money or overrated -- depending on the season and crowds.
The 300 rooms here are laid out in white-stucco, five-story buildings that look directly onto the beach. The property is very popular with families with children because of its proximity to the water, children’s play area, and lovely outdoor pool with stunning views of the sea. There are some reports of issues with cleanliness and also poor volume control in the hotel in general, and in the dining room, which can get quickly overwhelmed with guests, resulting in long lines. This property, which sits within a 15-minute walk of the Platja d’Aro commercial district, could be a good value for the money or overrated -- depending on the season and crowds.
The Salles Hotel & Spa Cala del Pi is a 52-room luxury property overlooking a secluded inlet on the Costa Brava. Guests love its ocean-view pool and large, full-service spa with indoor waterfall pool, hammam, and Finnish sauna, especially as there’s little to do outside the hotel beyond swimming in the crystal Mediterranean. Still, the town of Platja d'Aro makes a good base for Costa Brava explorations, and Barcelona is an easy day trip from here. Rooms are spacious but feel dated and lack style as well as some amenities expected at this price point. Those looking for more amenities and a greater range of activities should consider the Vistabella, a luxury beachfront hotel about an hour north in Roses.
The Salles Hotel & Spa Cala del Pi is a 52-room luxury property overlooking a secluded inlet on the Costa Brava. Guests love its ocean-view pool and large, full-service spa with indoor waterfall pool, hammam, and Finnish sauna, especially as there’s little to do outside the hotel beyond swimming in the crystal Mediterranean. Still, the town of Platja d'Aro makes a good base for Costa Brava explorations, and Barcelona is an easy day trip from here. Rooms are spacious but feel dated and lack style as well as some amenities expected at this price point. Those looking for more amenities and a greater range of activities should consider the Vistabella, a luxury beachfront hotel about an hour north in Roses.
This small hotel is situated a few-minutes' walk from the water in the beach town of Platja d’Aro. The simple, budget property has fresh, modern (if bare bones) rooms and an intimate atmosphere, thanks to charming common areas and well-manicured grounds full of tropical plants. The 39 rooms here are no-frills, but all feature balconies, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. An extensive buffet breakfast is included in the room price, and there is a restaurant as well as a bar on-site; the lunch menu, in particular, is a good value.
This small hotel is situated a few-minutes' walk from the water in the beach town of Platja d’Aro. The simple, budget property has fresh, modern (if bare bones) rooms and an intimate atmosphere, thanks to charming common areas and well-manicured grounds full of tropical plants. The 39 rooms here are no-frills, but all feature balconies, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. An extensive buffet breakfast is included in the room price, and there is a restaurant as well as a bar on-site; the lunch menu, in particular, is a good value.
This relaxed and fairly intimate hotel, with its 121 rooms, maintains an ideal location perched on a cliff overlooking the sea. Its grounds combine indoor and outdoor spaces in an attractive and relaxed fashion; the lovely sea-facing terraces, and the piano room, with its high ceilings and ample natural light, are particularly tranquil. This upper-middle-range property is situated a 15-minute walk from the downtown area of the resort town of Platja D’Aro, and is popular for its beach-convenient location (five minutes down a steep path) and the cleanliness of its spare, but comfortable, rooms.
This relaxed and fairly intimate hotel, with its 121 rooms, maintains an ideal location perched on a cliff overlooking the sea. Its grounds combine indoor and outdoor spaces in an attractive and relaxed fashion; the lovely sea-facing terraces, and the piano room, with its high ceilings and ample natural light, are particularly tranquil. This upper-middle-range property is situated a 15-minute walk from the downtown area of the resort town of Platja D’Aro, and is popular for its beach-convenient location (five minutes down a steep path) and the cleanliness of its spare, but comfortable, rooms.
Castell Montgrí is a huge, self-contained, family-friendly campsite located near beaches and historic towns. There’s almost anything guests can dream of here, from a water park to fitness classes to sunscreen dispersers and even a farm. The place is so big that the main pool has a maximum capacity of 300 people -- and there are two more pools on-site. With myriad dining and drinking options, activities for all ages, and several types of accommodations -- from fully equipped mobile homes to basic tents with shared bathrooms -- the place is always bustling and lively. But maybe a little too much so for some, with guests complaining about loud neighbors and lack of privacy. Plus, there are fees for every extra, including poolside loungers.
Castell Montgrí is a huge, self-contained, family-friendly campsite located near beaches and historic towns. There’s almost anything guests can dream of here, from a water park to fitness classes to sunscreen dispersers and even a farm. The place is so big that the main pool has a maximum capacity of 300 people -- and there are two more pools on-site. With myriad dining and drinking options, activities for all ages, and several types of accommodations -- from fully equipped mobile homes to basic tents with shared bathrooms -- the place is always bustling and lively. But maybe a little too much so for some, with guests complaining about loud neighbors and lack of privacy. Plus, there are fees for every extra, including poolside loungers.
