Things to do

Eat

Pura Vida

Casual bar-restaurant right in town with a big terrace. Good for cold drinks, simple plates, and a relaxed afternoon. Open daily from noon.

Eat

La Riera

Straightforward Catalan cooking — rice, fresh fish, local wine — in a calm setting with indoor and outdoor seating. The weekday lunch menu is good value.

Eat

Refugi de Pescadors

A beloved fishermen's tavern on the port in Sant Antoni de Calonge. The name means 'Fishermen's Refuge' — go for the fresh catch, arroz a la marinera, and the view over the boats. About 4km away.

Eat

La Tastaolletes

Small, serious Catalan restaurant a short drive from town. Dinner only, with a focus on quality local ingredients. Worth booking ahead — it fills up.

Eat

Boca Dolça

Regional food paired with their own house-brewed beer. Relaxed and unfussy, with a shaded terrace. A good pick if you want something a bit different from the beachside spots.

Wander

Plaça de la Sardana

The main town square, shaded by trees and ringed with cafes. Good for a slow morning coffee or an evening drink while watching local life go by.

Wander

Coastal path to Sant Antoni

An easy 4km walk along the rocky Costa Brava coastline to Sant Antoni de Calonge, with sea views the whole way. Takes about an hour — walk one way and grab lunch at the port before heading back.

Wander

Sant Antoni de Calonge

The fishing village right next door. Worth a wander for the old port, a 16th-century watchtower, and the Saturday morning market. Get there early before the stalls sell out.

Wander

Casa Museu Irla

A small museum in Sant Feliu de Guíxols dedicated to Josep Irla, the Catalan politician who led the regional government in exile after the Civil War. Compact, well done, and rarely crowded.

Swim & beach

Platja Gran

The long sandy main beach — about 1.7km and walkable from the hotel. Loungers and parasols are available for hire, and there are a few chiringuitos if you want a cold drink without leaving the sand.

Swim & beach

Cala Sa Conca

A quieter rocky cove just south of Platja Gran. Good snorkelling, clearer water than the main beach, and a fraction of the crowd. Worth the short walk.

Swim & beach

Sant Pol Beach

A popular stretch of sand in Sant Feliu de Guíxols, about 5km away. Wider than Platja Gran, with a few bar-restaurants right on the beach — good if you want a change of scene for the day.