We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Costa Brava, Spain. We have also included accommodation in villas, boutique hotels, apartments, boats, historic buildings, country houses, medieval castles, holiday homes, mansions, romantic hotels and "relais" (mansions). Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated February 2024.
Boutique hotel.Beautiful. Great bar. Popular among couples. Boutique Hotel Casa Granados is located in central Tossa de Mar, 150 metres from the beach. Set in a restored 19th-century mansion, a range of luxury personalized services are offered. This boutique hotel is surrounded by ornate gardens and has a swimming pool. Guests can request a personal shopper and a chauffeur or book customized guided trips and boat rides for a surcharge. Boutique hotel Casa Granados has a café which is open 24 hours a day. Can Sophia Restaurant serves seasonal dishes and elaborate confectionery. A 24-hour room service is available. The elegant rooms come with a vintage Illy coffee machine, a TV with international channels and a minibar. Bathrooms include toiletries and hairdryer. Lloret de Mar is 20 minutes’ drive away, while Blanes is 17 km away.Show full description
Casa Granados Boutique Hotel is a unique and stylish place to stay. It is situated in a beautifully restored mansion from the 19th century, creating a cozy and intimate atmosphere. The hotel has a rooftop pool with breathtaking panoramic views and a high-end restaurant for a luxurious dining experience.
Boutique hotel.Creative. Hotel Mas Rabiol -Costa Brava-Emporda-Only Adults (Only Adults) is a traditional, 16th-century Catalan country house hotel just outside Peratallada, surrounded by 5 hectares of landscaped gardens. It has an outdoor swimming pool, bar and free Wi-Fi. The rooms in Hotel Mas Rabiol -Costa Brava-Emporda-Only Adults are individually decorated and feature high ceilings with wooden beams. All rooms are heated and have digital television. Hotel Mas Rabiol -Costa Brava-Emporda-Only Adults offers a large breakfast of products from the Girona region, including homemade jams and cured meats. There is a library with a fireplace where guests can relax. Activities nearby include horse riding and canoeing, while the Pals and Empordà Golf Courses are both within 20 minutes' drive. The medieval villages of Pals and Peratallada can be found less than 10 km away, while the Costa Brava town of Palafrugell is about 15 minutes’ drive away. Girona is 30 km away.Show full description
This unique hotel offers individually decorated rooms with personal style and attention to detail. The property is a traditional Catalan farmhouse from the 16th century, beautifully restored while keeping its original charm.
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Great value. This luxurious hotel and spa with indoor and outdoor swimming pool features an 18th-century Catalan farmhouse surrounded by lush gardens. Pals is less than 10 minutes’ drive away. The spa at Mas de Torrent includes a sauna and steam room, and includes a wide range of massage and beauty services. The hotel also has a fitness centre and tennis courts. All air-conditioned rooms at Mas de Torrent Hotel & Spa, Relais & Châteaux feature an elegant décor with hardwood floors. Some have a private pool, others have a patio with garden views. The restaurant serves gourmet Catalan cuisine and offers a seasonal menu, as well as an extensive wine list. There is also a bar and terrace. Guests can enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities in the Baix Empordà region, including hiking, horse riding and cycling. The hotel offers free bicycles. There are 3 golf courses within 15 minutes’ drive of the hotel, including Empordà Golf. The Costa Brava is just 20 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
This boutique hotel has great affordability and beautiful surroundings.
Boutique hotel.Creative. Great value. Popular among women. This is a family-run boutique hotel in the centre of Begur. The boutqiue hotel and romantic restaurant are housed in a Colonial Palace dating from the 19th century. Each individually decorated room is charming and bedrooms and bathrooms all enjoy an exterior position. The staircase has lovely, wrought-iron railings and floors are beautifully tiled. Walk through the Hotel Aiguaclara's interiors and discover curious features which date back to its glorious past. Original features contrast against contemporary furniture and modern design details. The hotel is next to the best beaches and golf courses along the Costa Brava. Make the most of the sunshine this region enjoys much of the year. After seeing the sights, return for a delicious meal in the hotel's characterful restaurant.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. Superb interior design. Providing a terrace and free WiFi, Arkhé Hotel Boutique Pals saludable provides accommodation in Pals. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a vegetarian breakfast. Girona is 40 km from Arkhé Healthy Stay Pals, while Platja d'Aro is 26 km away. The nearest airport is Girona-Costa Brava Airport, 56 km from the accommodation.Show full description
I think this place could be the most WELL DESIGNED bed and breakfast in Costa Brava.
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. Great location. Attractively located in Roses, Casa de l’Albada features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service. With garden views, this accommodation offers a patio. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the outdoor fireplace, or enjoy views of the sea and mountain. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is fitted with a desk, a TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. A balcony with an outdoor dining area and pool views is offered in all units. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne, fruits and chocolates or cookies. As an added convenience, the bed and breakfast offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. The bed and breakfast boasts a variety of wellness options, including a hot tub, spa facilities and yoga classes. You can play table tennis at Casa de l’Albada, and the area is popular for hiking. Guests can swim in the pool with a view, go snorkelling or cycling, or relax in the garden and use the barbecue facilities. Platja de la Punta is 1.7 km from the accommodation, while Platja La Nova is 1.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Girona-Costa Brava Airport, 72 km from Casa de l’Albada.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Great location. Popular among couples. Taverna de la Sal Boutique Hotel in L'Escala has been renovated and it is located in the old town. It provides adults-only accommodation with a terrace and a bar. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. Free WiFi is available. It is 20 meters far from the beach At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a desk. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower, and all rooms feature a balcony with a side view of the beach and the sea. All units in Taverna de la Sal Boutique Hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. A buffet breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Girona is 30 km from the accommodation, while Roses is 16 km away. The nearest airport is Girona-Costa Brava Airport, 40 km from the property.Show full description
Apartment.Hip. Great views. Located between the sandy beaches of Almadrava and Canyelles Petites, Apartament Belvedere features a spacious furnished terrace with panoramic views of the Bay of Roses. Free WiFi access is available. The apartment comprises a seating area and an LED TV. The garden around Belvedere Apartament provides free private parking. The fully equipped kitchen includes a dishwasher and a microwave, while the bathroom comes fitted with a shower and a bidet. The Aquabrava Water Park is some 5 km from the property and the Nature Reserve of Cap de Creus is 27 km away. Girona-Costa Brava Airport is located within 73 km.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the coolest apartment in Costa Brava.
Holiday Home.Unique. Set next to Peratallada’s medieval castle, Deco - Casa Castell de Peratallada is a stylish air-conditioned house featuring a private garden with a pool, dining area and a barbecue. The spacious property offers 4 double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. La Bisbal is 6 km from Deco - Casa Castell de Peratallada, and the charming villages of L’Estartit and Calella de Palafrugell are 20 minutes away by car. This 2-floor stone house has a living room with several sofas, a fireplace and a flat-screen TV. There is a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, washing machine and an oven. The house also offers a separate dining room, with a table for up to 12 people. You can find a wide variety of bars and restaurants around the village of Peratallada. Girona Airport is 50 km from the house.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Lovely property. Popular among couples. Featuring free WiFi, an outdoor pool and a sun terrace, Hotel Casa Peya - Adults Only is set in a historic building in Palafrugell, 10 minutes' drive from Calella Beach and Llafranc Beach. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Certain units have a seating area to relax in after a busy day. You will find a coffee machine in the room. The rooms include a private bathroom equipped with a shower. Extras include bathrobes and slippers. You will find a shared lounge at the property. Breakfast comes with local products including natural juices, seasonal fruit, cheeses and products from the area. The hotel also offers bike hire. Girona is 29 km from Hotel Casa Peya - Adults Only, while Roses is 38 km away. The nearest airport is Girona-Costa Brava Airport, 33 km from the property.Show full description
Great value. Hotel Mas Tapiolas is set in a traditional Catalan farmhouse from the 13th century in the town of Solius, just 10 km from the Costa Brava. This hotel features an outdoor pool, a free spa center, Golf Par 3 and paddle tennis court, surrounded by beautiful gardens. The rooms located in the old farmhouse, are cozy and have a unique and exclusive style, designed by Jordi Dalmau. The hotel offers classic, bright and elegant rooms. Some of them feature a large balcony and others a terrace-garden. The hotel has a buffet breakfast and a restaurant with excellent local products. The hotel's free spa includes a heated pool, sauna, foot bath, steam bath and salt cabin. Treatments and massages are provided. There is also a solarium with views of the valley.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Stylish. Great location. Located in Begur, 2.1 km from Platja Fonda, La Indiana de Begur, Petit Hotel Boutique provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Providing a bar, the property is located within 2.7 km of Cala de n'Estasia Beach. The hotel features a hot tub, room service and free WiFi. At the hotel each room comes with air conditioning, a desk, a balcony with a city view, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, bed linen and towels. Guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, and bike hire is available at La Indiana de Begur, Petit Hotel Boutique. The accommodation provides an ironing service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying. Platja sa Tuna is 2.7 km from La Indiana de Begur, Petit Hotel Boutique, while Medes Islands Marine Reserve is 22 km away. The nearest airport is Girona-Costa Brava Airport, 58 km from the hotel.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Great bar. Hotel Palau Macelli has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Castelló d'Empúries. This 4-star hotel offers luggage storage space and free WiFi. The hotel features family rooms. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Hotel Palau Macelli the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a buffet or continental breakfast. Peralada Golf is 10 km from Hotel Palau Macelli, while Dalí Museum is 11 km from the property. The nearest airport is Girona-Costa Brava Airport, 61 km from the hotel.Show full description
I rate this as the most beautiful, historic and stylish boutique hotel in Costa Brava. Soooo nice!
Boutique hotel. This charming hotel is located in Palau-Saverdera, just 6 km from Roses. It offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi, and there is a private parking available. Hotel Boutique Niu de Sol - Designed for Adults has an attractive roof terrace with great views over the Empordà countryside. Free parking is also featured in the area. Staff at reception can provide information about what to see and do in the surrounding area. Pets are allowed on request. Cadaqués and Port de la Selva are 25 minutes drive from the hotel, and the Cap de Creus Nature Reserve is within walking distance. Figueres and Portlligat, home to Salvador Dalí Museums, are around 20 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Great views. Popular among couples. Set in Cadaqués, 1.5 km from Platja Gran, Arrels Hotel Cadaques - Adults Only offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Boasting a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 1.5 km from Platja Port d'Alguer and around 1.7 km from Platja Es Poal. The hotel provides city views, a sun terrace, and free WiFi is available. At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All guest rooms at Arrels Hotel Cadaques - Adults Only come with a seating area. Dalí Museum is 33 km from the accommodation, while Peralada Golf is 34 km from the property. The nearest airport is Girona-Costa Brava Airport, 83 km from Arrels Hotel Cadaques - Adults Only.Show full description
This is a popular boutique hotel among couples travelling to Costa Brava.
Boutique hotel.Historic.Opened December 2020. Situated in Palafrugell, 23 km from Medes Islands Marine Reserve, Can Mascort Eco Hotel features views of the city. With a terrace, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. The rooms in the hotel are fitted with an iPad. Rooms include a safety deposit box, while some rooms include a balcony. At Can Mascort Eco Hotel rooms come with bed linen and towels. A continental, vegetarian or vegan breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at the accommodation. Speaking Catalan, English, Spanish and French, staff at the 24-hour front desk can help you plan your stay. Golf Playa de Pals is 13 km from Can Mascort Eco Hotel, while Emporda Golf Course is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Girona-Costa Brava Airport, 51 km from the hotel.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Cool. Great views. Popular among women. Situated in the beautiful rural Empordà region, this boutique hotel is set in a restored 14th-century castle. It offers an outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi, free parking and air-conditioned rooms with panoramic countryside views. Hotel Castell d’Empordà is within 10 km of the charming villages of Pals and Palafrugell, while the beaches of the Costa Brava beaches are just 15 km away. Girona Airport is 40-minute drive from the hotel. Rooms at the Castell d’Emporda are individually decorated, with silks from India, and furniture brought from Italia, Morocco and China. The hotel's Drac restaurant serves Mediterranean dishes made with fresh local produce. You can enjoy meals and drinks on the covered terrace, with wonderful countryside views. Hiking is popular in the area, and the hotel offers bicycle and car hire. There is also a 24-hour front desk, allowing you to come and go as you please.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Lively. Mas Ferran Adults Only offers accommodation in Pals. The rooms have a flat-screen TV. Certain units feature a seating area for your convenience. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom shower and bidet, with free toiletries and a hairdryer provided. Mas Ferran Adults Only features free WiFi throughout the property. You will find a shared kitchen at the property. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including golfing and horse riding. The property also offers bike hire. Lloret de Mar is 41 km from Mas Ferran Adults Only, while Girona is 28 km away. The nearest airport is Girona-Costa Brava Airport, 34 km from the property.Show full description
I rate this as the most lively and relaxing bed and breakfast in Costa Brava.
Beautiful. Hotel del Teatre is set in an 18th-century house in Regencós, in Catalunya’s Baix Empordà region. It offers an outdoor pool and rooms with free WiFi. The hotel has only 7 charming rooms. Hotel del Teatre is 7 km from the beautiful beaches of the Costa Brava, where you can find a variety of water sports facilities. All of them are spacious and decorated in the style of the houses of the village. Each room features air conditioning, a minibar and a TV. There is a garden and chill-out terrace, and a bar service is available on request. Staff at the hotel’s tour desk can provide information about what to see and do in Baix Empordà. Hotel del Teatre’s restaurant, Restaurant del Teatre, is located in the old village theatre, just in front of the property. It offers dishes based on the best raw materials of the area, including herbs, flowers and wild ingredients harvested by the chef herself.Show full description
Country House.Trendy. Lovely surroundings. Masía Rural Can Poch is set 12 minutes’ walk from the medieval town of Pals, and features an outdoor pool surrounded by beautiful gardens. This 17th-century restored house features a rustic décor with wooden furniture and stone walls. It offers apartments with TV, seating area and private bathroom, and they include free internet access. This charming house is 4 minutes’ drive from Pals Beach. Can Poch has a common lounge with sofas, a 42” flat-screen TV and a fridge with drinks. Outdoors, the extensive grounds include a terrace with loungers and area for children to play, as well as barbecue available at an extra cost. The property own cereal crops and vegetable gardens.Show full description
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