Hotel
 Hostal Spa Empúries

Beachfront
 Airport shuttle. Airport shuttle available at an additional charge. You can request this in the next step.
Travel Sustainable property

Playa Portitxol, s/n, 17130 L'Escala, Spain – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.8/10! (score from 1819 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.8
Excellent
1,819 reviews

very nice, comfortable hotel right on the beach with lovely spa facilities and on-site restaurant and bar

Troy Australia

lovely place on the water. expensive meals so we ate dinner out. great breakfast though.

Louise Canada

This is an absolutely beautiful hotel, in a wonderful spot, right at the beach. It's quiet, peaceful, ecological, with great food and very friendly staff. Unfortunately, I didn't have time to use the spa facilities, but they looked great, too.

Brigitte Switzerland

The hotel is in a great location. The view is spectacular. The rooms are a little small but it’s ok, the location and view make up for it. Breakfast was really good. Overall I would highly recommend it.

Maria United States of America

location. every aspect of every public space interior of the hotel, just beautiful. reception very lovely. car parking easy.

Dianne United States of America

Location is amazing. Comfort and design are very well. Breakfast is ok. Room is nice.

Philippe France

Beautiful decor, lovely setting and relaxing chiringuito in front of the beach.

Francisco Chile

Location, food, breakfast, entertainment, decoration, electric vehicle charger

Gregory Spain

The location right on the beach is amazing ; the walkway to the village is great ; the spa of the hotel is wonderful amd the restaurant options in the area are amazing It is an a wonderful romantic place and we also had a fabulous stay with 3 generations together

Dominique United States of America

The hotel feel is lovely and peaceful. The staff is attentive. The location is priceless.

Benedicte Spain
8.8
Excellent
1,819 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “very nice, comfortable hotel right on the beach with lovely spa facilities and on-site restaurant and bar”
    Troy Troy Australia Australia
  • “lovely place on the water. expensive meals so we ate dinner out. great breakfast though.”
    Louise Louise Canada Canada
  • “This is an absolutely beautiful hotel, in a wonderful spot, right at the beach. It's quiet, peaceful, ecological, with great food and very friendly staff.”
    Brigitte Brigitte Switzerland Switzerland
  • “The hotel is in a great location. The view is spectacular. The rooms are a little small but it’s ok, the location and view make up for it. Breakfast was really good.”
    Maria Maria United States of America United States of America
  • “location. every aspect of every public space interior of the hotel, just beautiful. reception very lovely. car parking easy.”
    Dianne Dianne United States of America United States of America
  • “Location is amazing. Comfort and design are very well. Breakfast is ok. Room is nice.”
    Philippe Philippe France France
  • “Beautiful decor, lovely setting and relaxing chiringuito in front of the beach.”
    Francisco Francisco Chile Chile
  • “Location, food, breakfast, entertainment, decoration, electric vehicle charger”
    Gregory Gregory Spain Spain
  • “The location right on the beach is amazing ; the walkway to the village is great ; the spa of the hotel is wonderful amd the restaurant options in the area are amazing It is an a wonderful romantic...”
    Dominique Dominique United States of America United States of America
  • “The hotel feel is lovely and peaceful. The staff is attentive. The location is priceless.”
    Benedicte Benedicte Spain Spain

Categories:

  • Staff9.0
  • Facilities8.9
  • Cleanliness9.2
  • Comfort9.2
  • Value for money7.9
  • Location 9.8
  • Free WiFi8.1
High score for L'Escala

This property is 1 minute walk from the beach. Empúries is set in a restored building overlooking the Mediterranean from a secluded beach. It is located nearby Empuries Archaeological Site and is a 15-minute walk from L’Escala, on the Costa Brava.

The charming rooms at Hostal Empúries all come with a work desk and include private bathrooms. Some rooms are equipped with satellite TV channels and many offer a terrace with great views of Portitxol Beach.

The property has 2 restaurants: one serving gourmet Mediterranean food and the other offering a range of dishes in an informal environment.

Hostal Empúries has a spa service at an extra cost, including a pool, saunas, a gym and sensation shower circuit. Bicycles and electric scooters are rented at the 24-hour reception desk.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Hostal Spa Empúries has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Aug 13, 2010

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Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
Spa
Free WiFi
Beachfront
Family rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Bar

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Travel Sustainable property
Travel Sustainable property
This property is part of the Travel Sustainable program, which means it’s taken significant steps to make your stay more sustainable.

4 reasons to choose Hostal Spa Empúries

  • Prices you can't beat!
  • Booking is safe
  • Manage your bookings online
  • The staff speaks English
Closest beaches

  • Platja de les Muscleres

    8.8 Excellent beach
    50 feet from property

  • Platja del Moll Grec

    8.8 Excellent beach
    400 feet from property

  • Platja del Portitxol

    8.9 Excellent beach
    800 feet from property

  • Platja d’Empúries

    9.2 Wonderful beach
    1,650 feet from property

  • Playa del Rec del MolI

    8.3 Very good beach
    2,000 feet from property

  • Platja del Riuet

    8.6 Excellent beach
    2,200 feet from property

  • Platja de la Creu

    8.5 Very good beach
    3,200 feet from property

  • Mar d'en Manassa Beach

    8.4 Very good beach
    3,800 feet from property

  • Platja de les Barks

    8.6 Excellent beach
    4,150 feet from property

  • Platja de les Dunes

    8.7 Excellent beach
    4,400 feet from property

  • Port d'en Perris Beach

    8.5 Very good beach
    4,700 feet from property

  • Playa de El Codolar

    8.2 Very good beach
    5,250 feet from property

  • Playa de Riells

    8.2 Very good beach
    1.4 miles from property

Guest reviews

8.8
Excellent · 1,819 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.0
  • Facilities8.9
  • Cleanliness9.2
  • Comfort9.2
  • Value for money7.9
  • Location 9.8
  • Free WiFi8.1
High score for L'Escala

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Troy
    AustraliaAustralia
    “very nice, comfortable hotel right on the beach with lovely spa facilities and on-site restaurant and bar”
  • Louise
    CanadaCanada
    “lovely place on the water. expensive meals so we ate dinner out. great breakfast though.”
  • B
    Brigitte
    SwitzerlandSwitzerland
    “This is an absolutely beautiful hotel, in a wonderful spot, right at the beach. It's quiet, peaceful, ecological, with great food and very friendly staff. Unfortunately, I didn't have time to use the spa facilities, but they looked great, too.”
  • Maria
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The hotel is in a great location. The view is spectacular. The rooms are a little small but it’s ok, the location and view make up for it. Breakfast was really good. Overall I would highly recommend it.”
  • Dianne
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “location. every aspect of every public space interior of the hotel, just beautiful. reception very lovely. car parking easy.”
  • Philippe
    FranceFrance
    “Location is amazing. Comfort and design are very well. Breakfast is ok. Room is nice.”
  • Francisco
    ChileChile
    “Beautiful decor, lovely setting and relaxing chiringuito in front of the beach.”
  • Gregory
    SpainSpain
    “Location, food, breakfast, entertainment, decoration, electric vehicle charger”
  • Dominique
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The location right on the beach is amazing ; the walkway to the village is great ; the spa of the hotel is wonderful amd the restaurant options in the area are amazing It is an a wonderful romantic place and we also had a fabulous stay with 3...”
  • B
    Benedicte
    SpainSpain
    “The hotel feel is lovely and peaceful. The staff is attentive. The location is priceless.”
Property questions and answers
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  • When is the best time to visit your property for the perfect beach holiday?
    Good afternoon, The best season for a beach holiday is from June till September, but July and August are the crowdest months. Best regards
    Answered on January 3, 2020
  • Hello. Is your hotel dog friendly? Can we take our dog? Thanks.
    Good morning, The hotel is dog friendly, you can bring your dog until 15kg, and the supplement is 25€ per day. We remain at your entire disposal. Best regards.
    Answered on August 21, 2020
  • Cuanto cuesta el SPA y qué incluye?
    Apreciado/a cliente, El circuito de aguas de nuestro spa tiene un precio de 23€ para alojados y 33€ para personas no alojadas. Incluye un circuito de aguas por diversas piscinas y duchas, además de una sauna seca y otra húmeda. Agradecemos su confianza,
    Answered on January 12, 2020
  • is it possible to get interconnecting rooms with sea view?
    Good afternoon, Unfortunately, we don't have interconnecting rooms in our establishment. Best regards
    Answered on January 3, 2020
  • Do you have any rooms in the low rise part to the south? How much would those cost per night? 20th Aug to 3 rd September
    Please contact directly to the reception in order to get rates and availability. Kind regards.
    Answered on March 13, 2022

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Hotel area info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • Palau Solterra Museum
    6.4 miles
  • Museum of the Mediterranean
    6.4 miles
  • Medes Islands Marine Reserve
    6.9 miles
  • Pitch & Putt Gualta
    7 miles
  • Emporda Golf Club
    7.7 miles
  • Aiguamolls de l'Empordà
    8.1 miles
  • Golf de Ibiza S. A.
    8.5 miles
  • Windoor Realfly
    8.5 miles
  • Castello d'Empuries Parish Museum
    9 miles
  • Ciutadella Roses
    9.4 miles
Top attractions
  • Golf Playa de Pals
    10.4 miles
  • Dalí Museum
    12.4 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • Platja de les Muscleres
    50 feet
  • Platja del Moll Grec
    400 feet
  • Platja del Portitxol
    800 feet
  • Platja d’Empúries
    1,650 feet
  • Playa del Rec del MolI
    2,000 feet
Closest Airports
  • Girona-Costa Brava Airport
    24.5 miles
  • Perpignan - Rivesaltes Airport
    43.8 miles
How to get to Hostal Spa Empúries from Girona-Costa Brava Airport
    Car
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Amenities of Hostal Spa Empúries

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
Spa
Free WiFi
Beachfront
Family rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
  • Bike tours Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Kids' club Additional charge
  • Snorkeling Off-site Additional charge
  • Horseback riding Off-site Additional charge
  • Diving Off-site Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing Additional charge
  • Windsurfing Off-site Additional charge
  • Ping-pong
  • Playground
  • Game room
  • Fishing Off-site Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Kids' meals Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transportation
  • Airport drop-off Additional charge
  • Airport pickup Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Baby safety gates
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Health & Wellness Facilities
  • Locker rooms
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Full-body massage Additional charge
  • Hand massage Additional charge
  • Head massage Additional charge
  • Foot massage Additional charge
  • Neck massage Additional charge
  • Back massage Additional charge
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Public Bath
  • Open-air bath
  • Hot spring bath Additional charge
  • Turkish/Steam Bath Additional charge
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi Additional charge
  • Massage Additional charge
  • Spa Additional charge
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • Catalan
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
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House rules Hostal Spa Empúries takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

3:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Check-out

7:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Crib by request
Free

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

The maximum number of cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Groups

When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Hostal Spa Empúries accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

When booking 6 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Restaurant is closed from Mon, Dec 02, 2019 until Thu, Apr 02, 2020

FAQs about Hostal Spa Empúries

  • Room options at Hostal Spa Empúries include:

    • Double
    • Twin/Double

  • Guests staying at Hostal Spa Empúries can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet

  • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Hostal Spa Empúries.

  • The prices at Hostal Spa Empúries may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Hostal Spa Empúries is 1.4 miles from the center of L'Escala.

  • Check-in at Hostal Spa Empúries is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Hostal Spa Empúries offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Fitness center
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Turkish/Steam Bath
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Game room
    • Snorkeling
    • Ping-pong
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Kids' club
    • Beachfront
    • Beauty services
    • Walking tours
    • Horseback riding
    • Personal trainer
    • Facial treatments
    • Open-air bath
    • Waxing services
    • Locker rooms
    • Manicure
    • Bike tours
    • Pedicure
    • Hot spring bath
    • Body treatments
    • Public Bath
    • Body scrub
    • Live music/Performance
    • Body wrap
    • Beach
    • Spa facilities
    • Steam room
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Foot bath
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Back massage
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Full-body massage
    • Fitness
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness classes

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Hostal Spa Empúries on this page.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Hostal Spa Empúries by:

    • Car 40min