Best Luxury Hotels in Catalonia

Villa Salvador sits on Cadaqués’ outskirts, where Mediterranean gardens shaded by pine trees offer respite close to two quiet beaches. This sixteen-room adults-only property sits on the edge of the historic fishing village, positioned on the spectacular Costa Brava peninsula, home to the Cap de Creus Natural Park. The hotel has a saltwater pool and Mediterranean restaurant, just a short walk to the village and a few minutes’ drive to the Dalí House Museum.

Don’t be fooled by the name, this is no ‘hostel’. This retreat, dating back to the 1920s, has hosted a plethora of Hollywood’s icons as well as real-life royalty. Hostal de la Gavina sits on an area of land jutting out toward the sea. This provides panoramic views from most of its sides, with an excellent beach just five minutes on foot via a coastal path. The interiors here follow a palatial traditional style with gleaming parquet flooring, silk wallpaper, Grecian pillars, flamboyant flower arrangements, marble surfaces and antique furniture. Three restaurants (the main dining room offers piano accompaniment at dinner) a spa and a ship-themed bar are available for guests’ enjoyment. Outside there’s a large, glamorous pool terrace, a kids’ play area and tennis courts. 

This modern meets mid-century five-star hotel lies ten minutes from Girona, within the PGA Catalunya Resort – making it extremely popular with golf enthusiasts. On the Conde Nast Traveller Gold List and a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, Camiral is the epitome of elegance and chic. The Mediterranean restaurant, chilled out brasserie and bars (including a pool bar) provide ample opportunity for socialising. While a fitness centre, on-site activities, an infinity pool surrounded by luxe loungers, and a spa ensure there’s plenty to keep guests occupied – be it relaxing, or getting active. It accommodates 149 rooms with Elemis toiletries and pillow menus.

Take a heritage vacation by staying in this magical castle dating back to the turn of the 14th century. This Catalan ruin – said to have been inhabited by Christopher Columbus at one point – has been completely refurbished to create boutique hotel accommodation comprising 57 bedrooms. Here guests will find exposed stonework, global artefacts, patchwork rugs, stained glass windows, Tibetan textiles and Victorian bathtubs, all contributing to an antique, yet exotic feel. There are two pools, one proffering stunning views and a bar, the other tiled and nestled in the castle’s gardens. Hotel Castell d’Empordà’s restaurants serve Spanish and Asian dishes and a cellar bar provides an atmospheric spot for a drink. 

New to Sitges is the Sabàtic Sitges, Autograph Collection hotel. This chic hotel features 90 stylish and comfortable suites, each with a balcony or sea view terrace and interiors of neutral interiors designed by Barcelona-based interior designer, Sandra Tarruella. The hotel’s Mediterranean restaurant, Pasatempo, led by renowned Catalonian chef Rafa Peña and features an idyllic outdoor terrace. Guests can also enjoy an adults-only outdoor pool, daily wellness activities like yoga and Pilates, and stunning views of the Balearic Sea.

Located in the very heart of Barcelona on Passeig de Gràcia, the Mandarin Oriental is just seconds away from the city’s luxury boutiques and only a 2-minute walk from the Gaudi-designed Casa Batlló. Fusing modern interiors and timeless style from Spanish designer Patricia Urquiola, the 120 rooms are bright and airy. Book a suite for a freestanding whirlpool tub, terrace and even kitchen. Gourmet Michelin-star dining is available in three restaurants – one of which is al fresco. The addition of a  relaxing spa, first-floor terrace, indoor pool for year-round dips and a rooftop pool with views out over the city makes the hotel one not to be missed.

Elisabeth by the Sea offers much more than a tranquil stay by the Mediterranean. Housed in a beautiful 1930s building, this luxurious hotel invites guests to enjoy an exclusive getaway in Tossa de Mar. There are 132 guestrooms, the majority boasting sea views, in this picturesque setting, ideal for relaxation. The Patio Restaurant and Pique Nique Rooftop Bar offer on-site dining while the full-service Boutique Spa provides serenity and an opportunity to unwind and recharge. There are 24-hour fitness facilities and wellness amenities including swimming pools massage rooms, and many more amenities for complete relaxation.

Set along the captivating coastline of Begur on Spain’s Costa Brava, Finca Victoria offers 38 rooms and 10 suites within a beautifully restored 1960s residence once frequented by artists and visionaries. The atmosphere is one of laid-back Mediterranean sophistication, where tradition and contemporary design merge seamlessly. Restored by GCA Architects with interiors by the Serra brothers alongside Post Company and Sarita Posadas, the hotel celebrates craftsmanship with toba catalana ceramic flooring, stucco walls, and bespoke Catalan furnishings.

Dining is a celebration of local flavour, led by Michelin-starred chef Jordi Vilà, whose restaurant Al Kostat del Mar serves refined Catalan cuisine cooked over open fire within the property’s cloister. Guests can also enjoy relaxed dining at Finca Kitchen & Bar, or lighter fare beside the guest-only pool. The wellness area features a sauna, Jacuzzi, gym, and two treatment rooms, while the exclusive La Caseta del Mar beach club offers champagne, oysters, and views across the Mediterranean. Blending heritage, gastronomy, and serenity, Finca Victoria invites guests to experience the authentic rhythm of coastal Catalonia with timeless elegance.

Elke Spa Hotel is found in Sant Feliu de Guixols, just over 10 minutes walk from the Cala del Vigatà Beach. It has 66 forms of accommodation each with minibars and huge flat-screen TVs. The rooftop wellness area offers a hammam, a sauna and a hot tub, as well as a large range of treatments. Guests can swim and sun themselves outside on the sleek terrace and dine in one of the two sophisticated restaurants. An indoor soft play area, mini club, games and babysitting services makes it ideal for those travelling with very young children.

As soon as you arrive in the building, the connection with wine is made clear, as an impressive bottle installation greets guests in the lobby. Pay a visit to the spa and you can book treatments which use wine-based products (guestroom toiletries are also infused with vino), or you can just drink it, in the restaurant, bar, or via a wine tasting arranged by staff. Golf is another draw for guests coming here; bedrooms and a dining terrace overlook the course with its pretty mountain views. And the gourmet offer is enticing, with its signature eatery, L’Olivera, cooking up Catalan favourites showcasing the local catch.

A 300-year-old noble house transformed into a sustainable boutique B&B by passionate hosts Lourdes and Alfred in Palafrugell’s historic centre. This thoughtfully restored 15-room hotel combines traditional Catalan charm with contemporary minimalist style, featuring a private caldarium, ground-floor café with local artisan products, and rooftop terrace just four kilometres from Costa Brava beaches.

Mas de Torrent captivates as an elegant, timeless sanctuary in the Empordà countryside of Costa Brava. This distinguished Relais & Châteaux property centres around an 18th-century Catalan masía (farmhouse) that has been restored while preserving its authentic character and soul. The estate encompasses sophisticated suites distributed between the historic main building, garden bungalows and two signature suites, some featuring private pools and secluded terraces with sweeping views across the golden landscape.

There’s the signature Mas de Torrent restaurant showcasing Catalan culinary heritage, to rejuvenating treatments at the spectacular 600m² standalone Mas Spa with its heated indoor pool.