Ramon Llull 1, Begur, Spain | (888) 635-3814
10-minute walk to the historic center of Begur
Eight-minute drive to Platja Fonda, the closest beach
Set in a cozy and rustic 16th-century Catalan farmhouse
Elegant rooms blend contemporary and traditional design
In-room flat-screen TVs, minibars, AC, and hairdryers
Some rooms have large, furnished terraces with hill views
Guests and locals alike rave about the restaurant’s Catalan dishes
Free buffet breakfast with local cheese and meats
Massage and laundry services available, as well as a meeting room
Free parking and property-wide Wi-Fi
Hotel lacks a full spa, gym, and pool
No in-room kettles
Some terraces have mediocre views
The upscale Hotel Restaurant Galena Mas Comangau is a converted 16th-century Catalan farmhouse set a 10-minute walk from the historic center of Begur and its castle, and an eight-minute drive from Platja Fonda, the nearest beach. With rough stone walls and hefty, solid roof timbers, the hotel is rustic and cozy, and its 20 rooms combine the design of centuries gone by with modern creature comforts like rainfall showers, minibars, and flat-screen TVs. Guests rave about the restaurant’s rendition of classic Catalan cuisine. That said, guests looking for a pool or easy access to the beach might want to look at the Hotel Aigua Blava.
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Scene
A tastefully restored, historic Catalan farmhouse with an impressive restaurant
Set in a converted farmhouse dating back to the 16th century, the roughly cut stone walls and chunky ceiling timbers at the Hotel Galena ooze rustic charm, aided by judiciously scattered pieces of antique furniture and fabrics by local weavers. The popular on-site restaurant has a great open fireplace made out of beaten iron, glazed terra-cotta floor tiles, and simple wooden chairs the same shade of rich tobacco as the beams overhead. Old farming implements add to the space’s rustic feel. During the summer months, tables spill out onto a terrace that overlooks the richly forested Catalan hills and the sapphire-blue Mediterranean. The Hotel Galena attracts couples looking to get away from it all in a rural retreat for a few days.
Location
10-minute walk from Begur, and an eight-minute drive from the beach
Set a 10-minute walk from the center of the medieval town of Begur and its hilltop castle, the Hotel Galena benefits from a tranquil setting without being too removed from town. An eight-minute drive takes guests along a winding mountain road to the golden sands of Platja Fonda, while a 10-minute drive in the other direction leads to the town of Sa Tuna and its beach. Meanwhile, it is an hour’s drive to Girona, the nearest sizable city, and Barcelona is an 80-minute journey by car. Expect transfers to Girona Costa Brava Airport to take around 50 minutes.
Rooms
Rooms that combine farmhouse charm with contemporary comforts
The 20 rooms at the Hotel Galena combine rustic charm with modern amenities with an understated elegant design. They have dark-wood floors, white walls that contrast with stretches of exposed stonework, a mix of wood and metal furniture, and king-sized beds with white linens. Most rooms have large, furnished terraces, but while some provide stunning mountain views, others are mediocre. Bathrooms are modern affairs with walk-in rainfall showers. All rooms have air-conditioning, desks, minibars, safes, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. On the downside, there are no kettles provided.
Features
Highly regarded Catalan restaurant and free buffet breakfast
As its name suggests, the headline feature at the Hotel Restaurant Galena Mas Comangau is its restaurant, which serves traditional Catalan fare, popular among both guests and locals. The restaurant serves a la carte and set menu meals for lunch and dinner, and all rates include a buffet breakfast with traditional Spanish tortillas, fresh fruits, cheeses and cold cuts, and fresh breads and pastries. A bar serves a wide array of local spirits and tapas throughout the day and into the night. Outside is a terrace with views of the Catalan hills, and a small but pretty garden with shrubs and potted begonias. Travelers looking for a pool, full spa, or a gym will be disappointed, though massages can be arranged. The hotel has fast and free Wi-Fi throughout.
