Hostal Empúries

4 stars
Playa Portitxol, 17130 l'Escala, Catalonia, Spain
l'Escala, Spain
8.9
Very good
based on 2742 reviews
2,742 reviews
Thu 15/1
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Fri 16/1
1 room, 2 guests
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£71
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Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
£71
Double room
£86
Superior room
£130
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Overview

Empúries is set in a restored building overlooking the Mediterranean from a secluded beach. It is located nearby Empuries Archeological 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 en suite 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.
8.9
Very good rating
Based on 2,742 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Hostal Empúries

Thu 15/1
Fri 16/1
Double room
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£86
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£90
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£90
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Superior room
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£130
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£155
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£279
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Standard Room
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£71
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£82
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Amenities at Hostal Empúries

  • Snorkelling
  • Beachfront
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Things to do

  • Hot spring bath
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Horse riding
  • Table tennis
  • Windsurfing
  • Hiking

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Open-air bath
  • Public bath
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Walk-in shower

Services and conveniences

  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Hammam (Turkish bath)
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Foot massage
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

General

  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Storage available
  • Beachfront
  • Sea view
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble floor

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • No smoking
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Books, DVDs, music for children
  • Kids meals
  • Indoor play area
  • Kids' club
  • Playground
  • Baby safety gates

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • First-aid kit
  • Safe

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Steam room
  • Massage
  • Sauna

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • EV charging station

Outdoor

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Balcony

Dining

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Fitness

  • Fitness classes
  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Hostal Empúries

8.9
Very good
2742 verified ratings
Wonderful
1754
Very good
514
Good
274
Okay
86
Fair
61
Mediocre
33
Poor
20

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally appreciated the hotel's location and beautiful views, describing the atmosphere as tranquil and inspiring. However, many expressed dissatisfaction with the service and cleanliness, noting issues such as poor attention from staff and unclean rooms. The value for price was also a common concern, with several reviews mentioning that the costs did not match the quality of the experience.
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Location10 out of 10
Atmosphere9 out of 10
Service3.5 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
Value for Price2.5 out of 10
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Location

Playa Portitxol, 17130 l'Escala, Catalonia

What's nearby

  • Empuries397 yd
  • Grassi-sub1.6 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Hostal Empúries

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January
June
£167
£272
Cheapest month to stay with an average 63% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 47% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Hostal Empúries

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Hostal Empúries

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Hostal Empúries, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and September.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Hostal Empúries, plan to stay on a Monday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Hostal Empúries was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £89, while the most expensive was £89.
  • How long should you stay at Hostal Empúries? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Hostal Empúries

  • Where is Hostal Empúries located?

    Hostal Empúries is located at Playa Portitxol, 0.7 miles from the centre of l'Escala. Empuries is the closest landmark to Hostal Empúries.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Hostal Empúries?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Hostal Empúries.

  • Does Hostal Empúries offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Hostal Empúries offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Hostal Empúries from the airport?

    Hostal Empúries is 24.4 miles from Girona Costa Brava. Hostal Empúries is 43.9 miles from Perpignan Llabanere.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Hostal Empúries hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Hostal Empúries in l'Escala and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Hostal Empúries and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Hostal Empúries.

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Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.0
0.7 mi
Girona Costa Brava
24.4 mi

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