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Hostal de la Gavina GL - The Leading Hotels of the World

5.0 star property
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Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge)
Boating
Aerial view
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa

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Placa Roserar, s/n, S'Agaro, Castell-Platja d'Aro, 17248
  • Cala Pedrosa
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • San Pol Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Camino de Ronda
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Gerona (GRO-Costa Brava)
    ‪33 min drive‬
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Garden Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Garden Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Double Room (with extra bed, access terrace & spa)

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Garden Suite, 1 Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Garden Suite, 1 Room

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, Terrace, Sea View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, Terrace, Sea View

  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Room, Terrace

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Single Room

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Room

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Villa, 3 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Villa, 3 Bedrooms

  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Suite, Terrace | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, Terrace

  • 48 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite

  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About this property

Hostal de la Gavina GL - The Leading Hotels of the World

Elegant beach hotel and indoor pool
Catch some rays on Hostal de la Gavina GL - The Leading Hotels of the World's private sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants.
Hostal de la Gavina GL - The Leading Hotels of the World offers 74 accommodations with minibars and a safe. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries. This Castell-Platja d'Aro hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and free toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.

2 outdoor tennis courts and a health club are featured at the hotel. An indoor pool, a seasonal outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

The on-site spa has 4 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.
During your stay at Hostal de la Gavina GL - The Leading Hotels of the World, you're just a quick walk from Cala Pedrosa. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus 2 restaurants. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Options for a bite to eat or a refreshing drink include 2 restaurants, a coffee shop, a poolside bar and 2 bars/lounges
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor and seasonal outdoor pools or soak in the hot tub
  • Indulge with body treatments, body scrubs or facials at the spa
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes 2 outdoor tennis courts, a gym and a steam room
  • Steps from Cala Pedrosa and 6 minutes on foot from San Pol Beach
  • Airport and train station pick-up shuttle service available for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
Unwind on the private sandy beach, located just 150 metres away. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Hostal de la Gavina GL - The Leading Hotels of the World such as a seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool.

There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This Mediterranean hotel also offers outdoor tennis courts, a health club and a hot tub. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Castell-Platja d'Aro hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
On-site venue – This restaurant only serves lunch.
On-site venue No. 2 – This restaurant only serves dinner.
24-hour room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

Languages

Catalan, English, French, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 20 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • Tennis lessons
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Direct access to a private beach
  • Garden
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 1 November and 12 April.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.30 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 20 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 610 per vehicle (return, maximum occupancy 6)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Hostal de la Gavina GL - The Leading Hotels of the World offers transfers from the train station (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number HG-000141

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 3 children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Hostal Gavina Castell-Platja d'Aro
Hostal Gavina Hotel Castell-Platja d'Aro
Hostal Gavina Hotel
Hostal Gavina
Hostal de la Gavina
Hostal de la Gavina GL The Leading Hotels of the World
Hostal de la Gavina GL - The Leading Hotels of the World Hotel

Hostal de la Gavina GL - The Leading Hotels of the World Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 68 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sergei, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing! Fabulous introduction to the Costa Brava. So beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sergei, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Safe and phone didn’t work
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nicole

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Zero stars
DO NOT STAY HERE. This hotel is horrible. Nothing about this is a "leading" hotel. We booked a "villa" that was worse than any US Airbnb you could even imagine. Beyond dated decor, terrible mold/musty smell, 1970's kitchen. Seriously, the worst. When we complained, they took us to a Grandma-style hotel room in the main house. Same smell and just overall awful. The area where the hotel is is also terrible. Do not be misled by believing this is a nice hotel. It is not. And, avoid Costa Brava generally. Do yourself a favor and drive a little further to the south of France. Or, another area of Spain. Don't make the same mistake we did.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Pablo

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anns

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceptional
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not ideal....tired amd old
It is a 5 star hotel that has seen better days. Its being milked. You see peeling paint on some walls and the whole inside looks tired and old. The antique furniture and that slightly musty smell does not help. I would not stay again frankly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique property. Incredible location.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jordi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Selim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing experience
Amazing experience in this beautiful hotel. Excellent service, excellent food. We will come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bojan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

gavin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cycling in costa
The hotel was really great. The grounds were beautiful and the service was top notch. They took great care to keep our bikes stored and accessible and had great recommendations for food.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is luxurious and charming located on a beautiful part of the Costa Brava. The pool is stunning and rooms beautifully furnished. The staff went out of their way to help us get transport in flash flooding and horrendous storms this week and we are ever so grateful for their assistance.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Doglovers, France, Switzerland

Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, a lux hotel catering to your every need, yet you ‘are free’ to do and roam as you please, great breakfast buffet. And the cream on top, dog friendly. Truly amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Hillary

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location rooms need modern updating
The property is absolutely stunning. The hotel sits on a hill overlooking the Mediterranean. Beautiful salt water pool, with a close walk to the beach. The room are very traditional with antique furnishings, the beds are extremely uncomfortable making getting a good nights sleep difficult. The staff is readily available but the style of service is more formal than friendly. The breakfast buffet is included and offers a wide variety of high quality food. The other dining options on property are quite pricey and they do not offer a casual option. We found some great places on the beach, a 15 min walk away, most notably La Clova (which we frequented for dinner on several nights of our stay) that offered fresh delicious dinner options in a more relaxed environment.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb service and environment!
Staff were helpful throughout our stay with good facilities in the hotel.

10/10 Excellent

Zara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel in gorgeous part of Spain
Had the most wonderful, lovely romantic time at this hotel! We arrived early and because the hotel wasn’t very full (it was alsoour anniversary) we got an upgrade to a room with a sea view. It was the most incredible view with a balcony and a table and chairs to sit on overlooking the ocean. Clean and spacious room. The quality of service was excellent and the hotel were so accommodating in every single way from reception (special shout out to Patricia) to the spa (special thanks to the girls who tailored my massage and facial to my exact needs!) and to the restaurant (special shout out to Paco). The hotel sorted out bikes to hire for us which was €30 for 5 hours and we explored the entire surrounding area which was great. Before dinner we had drinks on our balcony. Candlelight restaurant was delicious and well worth the money, although actually not overpriced compared to the local restaurants in the area as sometimes you can expect. We wanted to sit outside so they opened the area up for us even though everyone else was inside. It was a beautiful setting and there was a pianist who really completed the atmosphere. The waiters were brilliant and just exactly the type of knowledgable staff you want and expect for a hotel of this standard. Great evening and the food was incredible especially the crab starter and the turbot main! The next day we had a delicious breakfast. Lots on offer Spanish,continental and British and most hot food freshly made. Outdoor pool fab. Will be back

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Grand old world hotel. Had a very romantic and relaxing getaway with my husband. Highly recommend if you're looking for some R&R. Although the town that the hotel is located within is quiet, The hotel is well situated and there are plenty of towns within a 30-40 min drive that can be easily visited. Both the hotel grounds and facilities are stunning!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Blair, Regina, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dream Location
I would highly recommend this Hotel to anyone looking for comfort, elegance and location. The service was terrific. The location is amazing. Close to a good beach and a great waking path along the coast to a secluded second beach. We will be back!