The best hotels on the Costa Brava for water activities
We have already fully entered summer, and in what way! The heat is overwhelming and there is nothing better than a good sea bath to lower the temperature, enjoying the infinite range of possibilities of water activities that you have at your disposal. And to do it as it deserves, you have the comfort and quality of the best hotels on the Costa Brava, which will allow you to spend a few days in a natural environment unique in the world, with all the comforts and first-class services, while you introduce yourself in the practice of some sports that are more within your reach than you probably imagine. Do you dare to try them?
We will start with paddle surfing, surely you have seen it done many times and you may not have dared yet. The theory of this combination of surfing and canoeing is very simple: get on a large board and paddle, maintaining balance and increasing the level of speed and difficulty depending on your skill. A perfect plan to leisurely explore such genuine corners as Aiguablava Bay, in Begur. Here you will find the Aigua Blava Hotel, four stars and with privileged views of one of the most beautiful settings on this coast. From this emblematic establishment you will enjoy the cozy and crystalline coves of Fornells and Aiguablava, and you will have at your disposal a magnificent garden and one of the best restaurants on the Costa Brava.
The silent kayak outings
Another ideal way to connect with nature and discover it with tranquility and respect for the environment is to do it aboard a kayak. Haven't you tried it until now either? Well, you should know that it is the ideal means of transport to get to know the Costa Brava, and that it allows you to reach cliffs, sea caves, coves inaccessible from land and even hidden places of extraordinary beauty that you cannot even imagine existed. We recommend the Platja d’Aro area to put it into practice, and here you have several accommodation options, all of them attractive and very suitable to give you a few dream days. In the heart of the Platja d'Aro promenade you will find The Aromar Hotel, with rooms with views of the entire coast and an extensive art collection in its interior corridors. A fusion of vacations and culture, to make your stay unique.
As we said, you will be very close to the beach, and from there you can start kayaking, perfectly combining the practice of the sport, with spectacular landscapes, disconnection from routine and a feeling of freedom.
Also in Platja d'Aro, and perched on the coastal rocks, we have the Hotel Costa Brava, located in an area of great natural beauty. It has 64 rooms, a living room, bar, terraces and private lounges. Can Poldo is the hotel restaurant and the appropriate gastronomic reference for your business lunches, intimate dinners and family celebrations.
Do you want more adrenaline? We try water skiing
This area of Baix Empordà can also be the scene of your debut in the exciting world of water skiing. It is a sport widely practiced on the Costa Brava, and if you are a little daring you will not need too many sessions to become experts in pirouettes. Hold on tight to the rope, as a boat or jet ski will stretch you out to test your dexterity and make you spend a few frenetic and exciting minutes. And to rest after a day of speed and adrenaline, think about the NM Suites Hotel in Platja d’Aro. It is a new concept of establishment, the ideal balance between personality and sobriety, quality and simplicity, attention and spontaneity. It has rooms designed for families, for those looking for an intimate space or for those who want exclusivity. Three proposals and a single result: the best stay, the best silence, the best memory.
The Costa Brava inside, like you've never seen it before
But a vacation must have moments for everything, of activity and emotions, but also of relaxation and comfort. That is why we want to talk to you about excursions on underwater vision boats, which put both the beauty and the richness of the seabed within reach of children and adults, on excursions that depart from various locations on the Costa Brava. If you are in Pals, for example, we recommend the Hotel La Costa Golf & Beach Resort, with direct access to the Golf de Pals and just a few meters from the long dune beach. Its 120 rooms offer rest and comfort with views of the spectacular pool or the greens of the golf course. A careful gastronomic offer, its facilities for conventions and special events, together with a wide range of sports and leisure, make this hotel a unique resort in the Baix Empordà.
And from here you have at your fingertips the boat trips to the Medes Islands. Through the large windows of the interior cabins that are below the waterline, you can feel that you are part of this mysterious underwater landscape, and you should be attentive to see what species you discover.
And also keep in mind the Hotel Picasso, 400 meters from La Gola beach, with views of the Medes Islands and next to the Aiguamolls de Pals. Pleasant and familiar, it is the ideal establishment to enjoy nature and take care of your health.
Dive in search of treasures
And we will end with the most intense aquatic activity, which will make you part of a unique underwater landscape that is a great attraction for divers from all over the world. We suggest you immerse yourself in the silence of the Costa Brava and disconnect from the world we know, to enter a new dimension under the waters of this sea that hides large natural reserves, large and luminous caves, meadows of multicolored gorgonians, remains of shipwrecked ships and a multitude of spectacular marine species. In Calella de Palafrugell you will find the Hotel Alga, a few meters from the beach in this bucolic corner of the Costa Brava, which has more than 7,000m2 of garden, two swimming pools and a tennis court. A luxury to disconnect after a good dive and the discovery of the rich natural heritage that is hidden under the waters of the Mediterranean.
Another first option is to stay at the Hotel Sant Roc. From its terraces you can enjoy the impressive view of the coves of Calella de Palafrugell, and stroll through its tree-lined garden and even directly access the sea from the hotel itself. And don't miss the panoramic restaurant that will offer you unbeatable views, while you enjoy a more than well-deserved meal.
