The Best Secret Coves of the Costa Brava
Sol, mar y silencio. En la Costa Brava todavía existen calas escondidas de aguas cristalinas y belleza casi intacta, que poca gente conoce. Pequeñas joyas naturales, lejos de las multitudes, perfectas para una escapada relajante a la playa sin necesidad de viajar muy lejos desde Barcelona.
En este artículo te descubrimos las mejores calas secretas de la Costa Brava y los mejores hoteles de cada zona, puntos de partida ideales para desconectar y explorar estos rincones vírgenes, solitarios y escondidos de Cataluña.
Cala Jugadora (Cap de Creus)
Entre los paisajes salvajes del Cap de Creus se esconde uno de los secretos mejor guardados de la Costa Brava: Cala Jugadora. Solitaria y protegida de la tramontana, esta pequeña cala se extiende a los pies del icónico Faro del Cap de Creus. Su fondo de aguas transparentes se combina con una playa de arena y piedrecitas, bañada por el sol todo el día.
Otras calas poco conocidas y igualmente cautivadoras son Cala Culip, de aguas limpias y azul intensísimo, accesible desde la zona del antiguo Club Med, o Cala del Pi, en Portbou, escondida detrás de las Tres Platgetes y accesible por el Camí de Ronda.
Otra cala escondida de la Costa Brava que no te puedes perder es Cala Tavallera (o Taballera), en el Port de la Selva. Para llegar hay que seguir durante aproximadamente una hora y media el sendero del GR-11. El esfuerzo se ve recompensado con una pequeña playa escondida rodeada por las rocas grises típicas del norte de la Costa Brava, casi desierta, perfectamente protegida y de gran belleza.
Para descubrir estos rincones con calma, nada mejor que buscar un hotel en Cadaqués. Te recomendamos el Hotel Playasol, situado justo frente a la bahía que cautivó a Salvador Dalí. O si prefieres estar en pleno centro en un hotel Only Adults, el Tramuntana Hotel es una gran opción.
Hotel Playa Sol is a modern and comfortable accommodation located in the stunning bay of Cadaqués, in a quiet and sunny cove offering some of the best views in the area. This hotel is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing experience in one of the most beautiful destinations on the Costa Brava.
The hotel features a spacious garden and a refreshing outdoor pool, accompanied by a restaurant where you can savor delicious dishes while admiring the landscape. The rooms at Hotel Playa Sol are equipped with everything you need for your comfort, including a private terrace, satellite TV, air conditioning and heating.
Tramuntana Hotel - Adults Only is located in the beautiful historic centre of Cadaqués, just 200 metres from the coast. This stylish hotel offers modern, minimalist rooms with free WiFi and garden views.
The Tramuntana Hotel has eleven rooms, very comfortable and with everything you need to rest and enjoy: fully equipped bathroom, air conditioning, wifi, safe and telephone. In all of them you will feel very comfortable. The rooms are modernly decorated with parquet floors and white walls.
Room service is available during the day. It also offers a breakfast prepared with love based on local products, made in Cadaqués and the surrounding area, so that you can get to know the gastronomy and products of the area first hand.
The hotel has a garden, terrace and shared lounge. To rest, have a drink before going out, read the last novel of the summer or simply relax, the hall of the Tramuntana Hotel is the perfect place for you to enjoy a good moment of peace and quiet. If you fancy a bit of fresh air, you can sit out on the terrace. To watch a film or a football match there is a TV room.
The hotel is 1.2 km from the Salvador Dalí House Museum in Portlligat. The beautiful natural park of Cap de Creus is a little further away. Figueres and the French border are about 50 minutes away by car.
The facilities are not designed to accommodate pets.
Cala d’en Malaret y Platja Fonda (Begur)
Muy cerca de una de las mejores playas de la Costa Brava, la playa de Aiguablava, se esconden pequeñas calas a lo largo del camino de ronda con mucho encanto, como Cala d’en Malaret y Platja Fonda. Ambas pertenecen a la misma bahía y están conectadas por ese camino litoral, separadas por poco más de 500 metros, pero con personalidades muy distintas.
La Cala d’en Malaret es acogedora y de aguas color turquesa, ideal para un baño tranquilo y perfecta para ir en familia. En cambio, Platja Fonda sorprende con su arena oscura y un carácter salvaje que la hace única. Para llegar, hay que bajar un tramo de escaleras, pero el esfuerzo vale la pena: es una de las calas más especiales y menos masificadas de la zona de Fornells.
Si quieres descubrir estas dos calas, el Hotel Aigua Blava es una opción inmejorable. Situado en un entorno privilegiado, justo al lado de las playas, te ofrece un acceso directo y cómodo, además de espectaculares vistas de la costa de Begur y servicios de primera.
The Hotel Aigua Blava is an exclusive accommodation in Begur, offering stunning sea views and direct access to Aiguablava Beach. Surrounded by crystal-clear coves and close to charming villages like Pals and Tamariu, it is the perfect destination to experience the essence of the Costa Brava with comfort and elegance.
Cala del Senyor Ramon (Sant Feliu de Guíxols)
Cala del Senyor Ramon o (La Corcollada) es una playa salvaje de arena dorada situada entre Tossa de Mar y Sant Feliu de Guíxols. El acceso no es sencillo, de hecho, es una de las calas secretas más difíciles de alcanzar de la zona, pero precisamente por eso se mantiene tranquila, incluso en plena temporada alta.
Sus aguas limpias y calmadas invitan al snorkel y a descubrir la riqueza del fondo marino. Uno de los elementos más singulares del lugar son los Esculls de Canyet, unas formaciones rocosas que separan la cala de la playa del Canyet y dibujan un paisaje espectacular, lleno de pequeñas cuevas y rincones escondidos. Una pasarela de puentes de piedra entre las aguas crea una imagen icónica que pide ser fotografiada.
Como se encuentra entre tramos de carretera, te sugerimos alojarte en Sant Feliu de Guíxols o en S’Agaró, aprovechando para visitar estas dos localidades y hacer una parada en las playas cercanas. En la bahía de Sant Feliu, el Hotel Sant Pol tiene vistas directas al mar, y si prefieres una opción más céntrica, el Hotel Es Portalet es perfecto. Frente a la bahía de S’Agaró, encontrarás el Hotel S'Agaró Wellness & Spa, con preciosos jardines, piscina y en primera línea de mar.
The Hotel Sant Pol is located in Sant Feliu de Guíxols, right in front of Sant Pol Beach, on the Costa Brava. It has 22 rooms, all of them with a terrace, of which 12 have wonderful views of the Sant Pol bay, and five are called superior because they have a large whirlpool bathtub. All of them equipped, among other services, with air conditioning, heating, satellite TV, free Internet access (WIFI), safe, direct telephone, minibar and full bathroom with hairdryer.
Due to its location, right in front of the beach, the Hotel is presented as a place of charm with privileged views, in addition to offering an exceptional location for lovers of the beach and water sports. Likewise, due to its proximity to the Green Routes and the Via Ferrata, it makes it a good stopover for cyclists, hikers, and people who like to climb, with the added bonus of being able to enjoy views near the sea very appreciated.
In the hotel restaurant you can enjoy cuisine specializing in rice, fish and seafood. It is a Restaurant with great tradition in the area and has large rooms for banquets or business meetings.
Comfort, warmth, tenderness and detail define the style of the OMA Boutique Hotel. Located in the center of Sant Feliu de Guíxols. Decorations made with care to achieve the well-being of our clients.
The Classiques-Confort, La Mer or Jardí rooms offer different accommodation possibilities to satisfy a good stay of rest and tranquility.
Enjoy our restaurant serving Catalan, Mediterranean and Costa Brava cuisine. Homemade products, without inventions, natural, all made in our kitchen, without pre-cooked... and made with great dedication.
We also have a cafeteria, check it out and enjoy the experience of our coffees and teas with delicious sandwiches or cakes.
The nature and good climate of S'Agaró guarantee the customer of the S'Agaró Hotel, a warm stay, while its wide gastronomic offer makes it appropriate for both family and professional celebrations. Its facilities, suitable for seminars and presentations, make it ideal for business actions.
Cala Estreta y Cala s’Alguer (Palamós)
Las playas más conocidas de Palamós son La Fosca y la Platja de Castell, pero más allá de estas se esconden calas igualmente espectaculares y mucho menos frecuentadas, como Cala Estreta y Cala s’Alguer.
Para llegar a Cala Estreta, basta con aparcar en el parking de la Platja de Castell y seguir el camino de ronda hacia el norte. En unos 30 minutos de paseo entre pinos y acantilados, se llega a esta cala doble, larga y estrecha, rodeada de naturaleza y con muy poca afluencia. Una playa virgen donde vale la pena detenerse.
Cala s’Alguer, a solo 9 minutos a pie de la Platja de Castell, destaca por sus casitas de pescadores de colores vivos y sus aguas cristalinas. Si te apetece una ruta más larga con vistas espectaculares, puedes iniciar el camino desde La Fosca y descubrir otras calas escondidas por el camino.
El Hotel Àncora es uno de los mejores hoteles para explorar con calma todo este entorno. Situado muy cerca de la Platja de la Fosca, permite acceder fácilmente al camino de ronda y explorar estas calas a pie. Si prefieres alojarte en el centro de Palamós, el Hotel Casa Vincke combina elegancia y proximidad al puerto, ideal para explorar las calas por mar o carretera.
Located a few meters from the quiet Fosca beach, the Àncora Hotel has modern facilities and 46 fully equipped rooms that, added to select international and regional cuisine, make your stay at this hotel an unforgettable experience at any time of the year.
In the emblematic house Vincke of Palamós and a few meters from the beach, it has recently opened Casa Vincke Hotel.
The hotel is the result of the rehabilitation of the well-known Vincke house, one of the most emblematic buildings of Palamós and included in the Inventory of the Architectural Heritage of Catalonia.
A total of 9 rooms where original elements of the old palace combine with current elements offering cozy spaces that invite you to feel at home. An environment that combines classic elegance with a modern and comfortable style.
The house has a breakfast room, reading room, meeting room, a large garden and swimming pool.
Cala d’Aigua Xelida (Tamariu)
Muy cerca, en Tamariu, encontramos la Cala d’Aigua Xelida, una playa escondida de arena fina rodeada de pinos, que cautivó al célebre escritor catalán Josep Pla. Se puede llegar caminando desde la misma playa de Tamariu, en unos 20 minutos, o desde la carretera, siguiendo un sendero que baja hasta la costa.
Esta cala de Palafrugell, una de las más tranquilas y pintorescas de la zona, destaca por sus aguas claras y su entorno natural, lejos del bullicio del paseo de Tamariu y los saltos de trampolín de la playa principal.
Para disfrutar de la zona con tranquilidad, al mismo tiempo que paseas por los pueblos de alrededor, te recomendamos alojarte entre Llafranc y Calella de Palafrugell. Cerca de Calella, te esperan el Hotel Sant Roc, el Hotel Alga y el Hotel Garbí.
Hotel Sant Roc in Calella de Palafrugell, in the heart of the Costa Brava, offers stunning sea views from its privileged location. With comfortable rooms, a Mediterranean cuisine restaurant, and panoramic terraces, it is the perfect destination for a romantic or family getaway, combining relaxation, nature, and gastronomy.
Hotel Alga de Calella de Palafrugell is an elegant establishment located just 200 meters from the beach, in the middle of the Costa Brava. It offers a relaxed atmosphere with more than 7,000 m² of lush gardens, two swimming pools, and tennis courts. With 59 comfortable rooms, it combines the tranquility of the Empordà landscape with services such as a local cuisine restaurant, bar, banquet rooms and parking. It is ideal for romantic getaways or family holidays, in an environment that invites calm and rest.
Cozy hotel in Calella de Palafrugell, one of the most iconic destinations on the Costa Brava. Hotel Garbí is perfect for families and for those looking to unwind in a privileged natural setting, just minutes away from the region’s best beaches and coves.
After a day exploring the Costa Brava or enjoying the sea, relax in our outdoor pool with hydromassage, stroll through the hotel's spacious gardens, or discover our open-air restaurant, where you can savor the best of local cuisine.
Y si prefieres la zona de Llafranc, sugerimos el Hotel Terramar y el Hotel Llafranch, así como el El Far Hotel Restaurant, situado sobre la bahía junto al Faro de Sant Sebastià.
Hotel Terramar in Llafranc, a charming village on the Costa Brava, offers sea-view rooms and direct beach access. It stands out for its Mediterranean cuisine, as well as its gym and terraces perfect for relaxation. Llafranc, known for its peaceful atmosphere and natural beauty, is the ideal destination for a couples’ or family getaway.
Located on the seafront promenade of Llafranch, Hotel Llafranch is a landmark establishment on the Costa Brava, perfect for those seeking to enjoy spectacular sea views and a high-quality stay. With 28 elegant and well-equipped rooms, this hotel provides the necessary comfort to make your stay a memorable experience.
The gastronomic offering at Hotel Llafranch is focused on traditional Catalan cuisine, with dishes that stand out for their freshness and authentic flavor.
çWhether you are looking for a peaceful getaway or an experience full of natural beauty and local culture, Hotel Llafranch is the perfect destination to disconnect all year round, surrounded by the magic of the Costa Brava.
An old XVIII Century Inn located alongside a hermitage and a watchtower on one of the highest headlands in the Mediterranean. It has a central courtyard which separates the hotel from the hermitage, with spectacular terraces and a restaurant. The only one of its kind to enjoy both spectacular views over both the sea and the beaches of Tamariu, Llafranc and Calella de Palafrugell. It is an incomparable balcony overlooking the Costa Brava and the Empordà.
Cala Pedrosa (L’Estartit)
Entre los imponentes acantilados del Montgrí y junto a la reserva marina de las Islas Medas, Cala Pedrosa es una de las calas escondidas más bonitas de la Costa Brava, que mantiene intacta su esencia más salvaje.
Se llega caminando desde L’Estartit en unos 45 minutos, siguiendo un sendero de 2,5 km que desciende por el bosque entre sombras y claros hasta llegar al mar. El camino, con algunos tramos pedregosos, forma parte del encanto de este lugar tan bien conservado.
Su proximidad al puerto también la hace accesible por mar: se puede llegar en barco, kayak, paddle surf o moto de agua, disfrutando del espectacular litoral que rodea el parque natural de las Islas Medas.
El Hotel Les Illes & Diving, situado justo frente al puerto de L’Estartit, es una muy buena elección para alojarte cerca. Especializado en actividades náuticas y submarinismo, te ofrecerá una experiencia única para explorar la costa.
Les Illes Hotel & Diving is an establishment with over 60 years of experience, located in front of L'Estartit harbor, on the Costa Brava, and just steps away from the Medes Islands Natural Reserve. With a total of 63 modern and comfortable rooms, the hotel offers a wide range of services such as air conditioning, free wifi, satellite TV, and private bathroom, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.
This hotel is the perfect destination for nature lovers and those who enjoy outdoor activities like diving, snorkeling, sailing, kayaking, hiking, and cycling. Additionally, it is the ideal place for families, thanks to its peaceful and welcoming atmosphere, as well as its beach that is perfect for enjoying with children.
Cala de S’Eixugador y Cala Aiguafreda (Begur)
Sa Tuna es otra de las calas más famosas de la Costa Brava, conocida por sus pintorescas casas blancas de pescadores. Pero lo que muchos no saben es que Sa Tuna es también el punto de partida estratégico para acceder a dos calas secretas de Begur: Cala de S'Eixugador y Cala Aiguafreda.
Al sur de Sa Tuna, se encuentra Cala de S’Eixugador, una cala más resguardada de aguas cristalinas. Se puede llegar caminando por el Camí de Ronda en unos 20 minutos o, para los más aventureros, en kayak, paddle surf, barco o incluso nadando desde Sa Tuna. Con aguas tranquilas y rodeada de naturaleza virgen, es un lugar ideal para desconectar y disfrutar de la Costa Brava.
Cala Aiguafreda, situada al norte de Sa Tuna, es una playa sin arena que destaca por su plataforma de piedra, donde los visitantes pueden tomar el sol. La cala cuenta con un embarcadero, un quiosco y una zona de mesas donde se pueden hacer pícnics a la sombra de los pinos.
El Hostal Sa Tuna, ubicado a pie de la cala que le da nombre, te permite explorar esta zona con tranquilidad, ya que estarás a solo unos pasos de todas estas maravillas del litoral catalán.
This is the only Hotel in Sa Tuna cove, a place caressed by nature in the heart of the Costa Brava. We have 5 double rooms each with a terrace from where you can have breakfast while admiring the amazing views. It will be pure pleasure for your senses. Contemplating the sunrise from your room will make your day become a series of relaxing sensations.
In the restaurant you will find mediterranean cuisine, a wide variety of tapas and the best paella with ingredients of our sea and our land, great variety of fish and sea food which comes on a daily from the nearest market.
Don’t miss our rice dishes!
Allow yourself the pleasure of tasting our food next to the Sa Tuna cove
Cala Futadera (Tossa de Mar)
Cala Futadera, junto a Cala Paola, es una de las calas cerca de Barcelona más bonitas de Cataluña. Se caracteriza por su tranquilidad, belleza natural y un entorno virgen, rodeado de vegetación y con aguas claras y profundas.
Se accede a pie desde la carretera de Tossa de Mar, tras bajar un tramo de escaleras y seguir un sendero que conduce hasta este pequeño paraíso. El difícil acceso y la falta de servicios hacen que sea una playa salvaje poco concurrida, lo que favorece su encanto y calma.
Para quienes quieran explorar la zona con tranquilidad y, al mismo tiempo, pasear por el casco histórico de Tossa de Mar y sus calas cercanas, Casa Granados Boutique Hotel es uno de los mejores hoteles.
Casa Granados Boutique Hotel is perfectly located in a 200 years old mansion house in the village of Tossa de Mar. Surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea and forests of pines and oaks, the hotel will offer you a warm welcoming.
Casa Granados Boutique Hotel is a unique and exclusive place, consisting of seven rooms that surround the swimming pool, designed by Adam Martí, and romantic gardens around. Inside these gardens there is a spa where you will be able to relax in the sauna or the treatments area.
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