While there are plenty of holiday apartments in Sant Antoni de Calonge, hotels are thin on the ground. Here we look at your options.
The beach at Sant Antoni de Calonge (Timo Tervo)
With a long stretch of golden sand it’s little wonder that Sant Antoni de Calonge is one of the most popular holiday destinations on the Costa Brava. There are surprisingly few hotels though, almost certainly because so many properties are holiday homes owned by Catalans.
Unlike many towns on the Costa Brava, Sant Antoni is thoroughly modern. The urban sprawl extends all the way to Palamós and is visible for miles. Along the promenade is a wall of apartment blocks up to ten storeys tall.
In fact the town was hardly developed at all until the 18th century due to widespread piracy. There are some houses dating from the 18th and 19th century but most construction dates from the 20th century.
Hotels in Sant Antoni de Calonge
However, among all those apartments are a small number of hotels. Most are right on the promenade or set slightly back from the beach making them ideal for a beach holiday. However, we’ll start with a 5-star hotel half a kilometre inland.
Hotel Mas Falet 1682
***** Carrer d’Asturies, 11
Hotel Mas Falet 1682 is an old farmhouse situated 500 metres or so from the beach. It’s been completely renovated to reach the standards you’d expect from 5-star establishment. However in giving it a makeover they’ve perhaps gone too far in undoing its rustic origins.
Hotel Reimar
*** Passeig de Torre Valentina
At the bottom end of the beach towards Platja d’Aro you’ll find Hotel Reimar. Rooms are modern and airy, many of which have a balcony with sea view. The hotel has a restaurant and has a number of two, three and four bedroom apartments available.
Hotel María Teresa
* Passeig de Josep Mundet, 3
This hotel is right next to the beach with rooms overlooking the beach. Rooms have been refurbished although perhaps a little cramped. The restaurant serves local dishes but if you’d like to eat or drink elsewhere you’ll find lots of choice along the promenade.
Hotel Rosamar
*** Passeig Josep Mundet, 43
The Rosamar is right on the promenade with many rooms looking directly out to sea. The rooms are light and airy with blue and white decor and they have a small balcony with table and chairs. The hotel also has a restaurant next to the beach.
Hotel Rosa dels Vents
Passeig de Josep Mundet, 9
Another hotel on the seafront ideal for beach lovers. All rooms have a balcony, most with a sea view. Rooms are slightly old fashioned, but in keeping with the hotel. There is a lounge and terrace overlooking the beach and a restaurant.
Hotel Aubí
** Carrer de Sant Antoni, 253
The Aubí offers fairly basic accommodation just a street away from the beach. It has a restaurant serving Catalan dishes and a bar but don’t expect a sea view. There are plenty of bars and restaurants along the promenade though.
Calonge
While Sant Antoni consists mainly of modern apartment buildings, Calonge itself goes back to the medieval period. The towers and walls of the Calonge castle were built in the 13th century.
Hotel Mas 1670
*** Carrer Josep Tarradellas, 27
This old farmhouse dates back to the late 17th century and offers guests rustic charm with stone interiors and vaulted ceilings. It’s been well refurbished and has a snack bar but no restaurant. However, there are several places to eat within easy walking distance. The hotel also has a pool and the castle is just five minutes’ walk.
If you like this area of the Costa Brava you might also want to consider staying in Palamós and Platja d’Aro. In particular, if you love the beach here you might be interested in the Palamós hotels on the beach.
For even more choice see Costa Brava hotels, which lists all the hotel pages on this site.
