Playa Portitxol, s/n, 17130 L'Escala, Spain
#8 of 17 hotels in L'Escala
Guests' ChoiceBased on 246 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.2
Free WiFi
7.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 27 August 2025
Kate
United KingdomThe room was a little tired and needed a bit of love and attention. Scuff marks on walls, cracked tiles, silicone in bathroom needed renewing. Unfortunately Our garden facing balcony was above a noisy generator . On arrival the floor had not been properly cleaned and had hair and crumbs on it.
We loved the hotel location, the gardens, the terrace bar and beach food cafe and being able to order snacks without pre booking and with ease. The staff were friendly and responsive when I requested the floor should be cleaned. The bed was very comfortable.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 25 August 2025
Leslie
SpainThey don't have a swimming pool; the public beach is in front of the hotel, but it's always crowded
We spent a few days in Costa Brava in this Hotel, and in general the experience was good, the staff were warm and the food was good, also the hotel has a great location, on one side of a forest with a good jogging path
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 17 August 2025
Hannah
United KingdomFabulous understated luxury in a beautiful location
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 16 August 2025
Anthony
United KingdomThere is nothing to dislike.
Wonderful location for a relaxed ,quiet vacation. The staff are attentive, the breakfast is excellent as is the restaurant.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 26 July 2025
Ines
SwitzerlandCan’t beat the location. One of my favourite hotels anywhere.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 25 July 2025
Jamie
United StatesBeautiful facilities with great amenities, fantastic views, incredible breakfast, and wonderful staff. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 24 July 2025
In
FranceBeautiful location on the seafront.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 21 July 2025
Brendan
IrelandNot the easiest hotel to find day one. Signs for both Hostal and Hotel confusing. Service is slow. Not much to not like
Great location on the seashore. Pleasant pedestrianised 20 walk into town..A hotel with character and artistic design..
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 9 July 2025
Pierre
FranceOn behalf of Thelma, our golden retriever, a big thank you for her bed, towel and special gifts! She loved every minute of her stay, just like us!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 4 July 2025
Paul
United KingdomIf you charge over £400 per night for a 4* hotel we didn’t expect to have to pay another €25 each for breakfast nor should we be expected to pay €25 each to have a swim in the spa in my opinion and €8 per night to park a car.
The location is exceptional, the reception staff and bar staff excellent but the restaurant staff on the verge of rude.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 12 June 2025
Alison
United KingdomFabulous hotel, light on the beach. Delicious dinner in restaurant
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 5 June 2025
Carol
United StatesUnfortunately, our dinner at the restaurant was not a good experience. The salad was fantastic but the entree’s were just so so. The biggest disappointment was the wait staff. It felt like to us they were just there to deliver food. No pleasantries or engagement of any kind. They just delivered food and never checked back. You had to ask them back for everything you needed. It was awkward and disappointing.
The hotel was absolutely gorgeous! Location great for us and the proximity to the sea was undeniable. The spa was lovely and our massages were excellent. Our Spa room was spacious and quiet and serene. We would definitely go back. Staff was patient and courteous. The breakfast was beyond fantastic, a 10+++.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 1 May 2025
Norman
FranceThe only snag were the restaurant and bar staff who were noisy, not very well managed and occasionally seem to be avoiding work. Such a contrast to the rest of the very hard working staff. With the restaurant manager please control and train your staff.
The feel and ambiance of the hotel is immediately relaxing as it is by the sea and the beach bar furnishing is successful, The bedrooms are very comfortable and the beds too.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 29 March 2025
Otilija
SpainAlways the best experience at Hostal Spa Empuries. We've stayed here a couple times and will certainly come back as a tradition. The hotel - rooms, facilities, service, spa and food are simply exceptional. The location is magical! Nature meets aesthetics in here. We also came with a dog and were welcomed with a cute dog essentials gift bag.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 24 March 2025
Anne
FranceI don't like the bar arrangement and it took ages to be served with a drink
Breakfast had an excellent choice and the eggs and bacon were freshly cooked to order. Merlin loved his doggy present.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 4 March 2025
Marta
SpainIdeal para desconectar..playa,spa,buffet,restaurante....todo!
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 26 February 2025
Ferrarin
SpainLocation is 10/10. Listening to the waves as you lie in bed. Breakfast was not bad and staff were very friendly. Spa was a bonus. Its nothing over the top, which to. be honest we loved. Just a really cosy welcoming place to spend a couple of days.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 6 January 2025
Michelle
IrelandThe design of the toilet door! Wasn't possible to close it properly
Loved the location. What a beautiful place! The food was lovely. Lenka made me an amazing cocktail and looked after us really well with lovely bites to eat!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 5 January 2025
Montserrat
SwitzerlandWonderful location
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 8 December 2024
Miranda
SpainWiFi did not work well in the room
Excellent location, such a beautiful coast and beach. Fantastic to rent a bike and cycle along the coast! Breakfast and dinner were excellent quality. Massage in the spa was superb and very relaxing. I loved the interior of the hotel. Perfect spot!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 30 November 2024
Tracy
United KingdomUnfortunately we had a few ants in our bed, but bearing in mind the location it must be hard to keep them out, dinner was a bit pricey, so we went elsewhere, car park was secure but very sandy
Fabulous location, great breakfast, comfy bed
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 9 November 2024
Kate
NetherlandsThe problem with septic tanks
Location, general style of hotel, lovely staff.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 27 October 2024
Tessa
SpainRoom service would have been nice. The Spa rooms are well designed but do not have the direct sea views as in the main hotel.
Location, location, location!!! Great hotel on a perfect beach adjacent to the Greek and Roman ruins. The restaurant has improved a lot (it had problems in the sumner). Very comfortable rooms.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 23 October 2024
Elyn
SpainNothing.
Lovely hotel, great location on the beach, excellent restaurant, short walk to impressive ancient Ruins of Empúries.
Stayed in October 2024
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