Platja d'Aro: Costa Brava at walking pace

Hotel Comtat Sant Jordi: Holidays in Front of the Infinite Blue of the Costa Brava

Hotel Comtat Sant Jordi is that Mediterranean retreat where rest and the sea go hand in hand. Set on a small cove and surrounded by pine trees, it offers a peaceful, family-friendly atmosphere designed for true relaxation.

Enjoy an outdoor swimming pool overlooking the natural surroundings, a buffet restaurant, a bar, and inviting spaces created for unhurried moments. Its concept focuses on comfort and wellbeing, all within a laid-back setting highly appreciated by returning guests.

Located just minutes from the center of Platja d'Aro, one of the liveliest destinations on the Costa Brava, you’ll have shops, entertainment, and a vibrant seaside promenade within easy reach.

Guests praise its privileged location and friendly staff. If you dream of waking up by the sea, this is your place.

Book now and start feeling the holiday.

• Upon arrival, the accommodation will ask for a deposit of 100€ (you can leave it in cash or by credit card). It will be returned to you the day of departure as long as the apartment is in perfect condition.
• The apartments have a bedroom with a double bed or two singles and a living room-kitchen with sofa bed for 1 adult or 2 children.
• These apartments have a cleaning service! They will take care of cleaning the floor, throwing out the garbage and making the bed.

Curiosities of Platja d'Aro

Platja d'Aro is one of those gems on the Costa Brava with two distinct faces: one vibrant and modern, the other filled with charming corners steeped in history.

Here are some fascinating facts you may not know about this special spot in the Baix Empordà:

• The name isn’t that old

Although the municipality is officially called Castell-Platja d'Aro, the coastal area was originally known as Fanals d'Aro. It wasn’t until the 1960s, during the tourism boom, that the name was changed to Platja d'Aro to make it more appealing to visitors. A true vintage marketing move!

• The Doll Museum

Hidden in the historic center of Castell d'Aro (just a few kilometers from the beach), you’ll find a unique museum entirely dedicated to dolls. With more than 800 pieces from around the world and different eras, it’s a curious and nostalgic visit that often flies under the radar.

• El Cavall Bernat: a solitary symbol

At the end of the main beach stands a striking 7-meter-high rock monolith known as El Cavall Bernat. It’s the town’s iconic landmark. What makes it even more special? It’s the last remaining fragment of an ancient reef sculpted by the sea over thousands of years.

• Pioneers of luxury tourism

Back in the 1920s, long before large hotels appeared, the neighboring residential development of S'Agaró was created. Designed by architect Rafael Masó in a noucentista style, it became the first major elite tourism project on the Costa Brava. Hollywood legends such as Elizabeth Taylor and Audrey Hepburn once stayed here.

• The most glamorous stretch of the Camino de Ronda

The section of the Camino de Ronda connecting Platja d'Aro and S'Agaró is considered one of the most beautiful—and comfortable—in Catalonia. Unlike other rugged coastal paths, this stretch feels like an elegant promenade, complete with tunnels, scenic viewpoints, and charming stone staircases.

Costa Brava is one of the Mediterranean’s most beautiful stretches of coastline. Located in the province of Girona, it combines turquoise coves, sandy beaches, picturesque fishing villages and charming medieval towns. Whether you’re travelling as a couple or with the family, it’s a fantastic destination for mixing beach days, nature, culture and great food.

Make sure you visit:

• Cadaqués and Cap de Creus: discover whitewashed houses, narrow streets and some of the most spectacular coastal scenery in the region.
• Roses: enjoy its long seafront, beaches and lively maritime atmosphere, with Cap de Creus just a short distance away.
• Empuriabrava: famous for its network of navigable canals, waterfront houses and wide sandy beach.
• Tossa de Mar, Begur and Calella de Palafrugell: three Costa Brava classics where historic streets, fishing-village charm and beautiful Mediterranean scenery come together.

Beaches we think you’ll like:

• Aiguablava, Begur: a beautiful cove surrounded by hills and turquoise waters.
• Sa Tuna, Begur: small, picturesque and lined with traditional fishermen’s houses.
• Port Bo, Calella de Palafrugell: a charming beach right in the heart of this traditional seaside village.
• Sa Boadella, Lloret de Mar: surrounded by cliffs and vegetation, perfect if you prefer a more natural setting.

Family-friendly activities:

• Walk a section of the Camí de Ronda and enjoy fantastic views of coves, cliffs and the Mediterranean.
• Explore Empuriabrava’s canals by boat for a different perspective of this unique coastal town.
• Go snorkelling or discover the marine environment around the Medes Islands, just off L’Estartit.
• Spend a day surrounded by nature at Cap de Creus or the Aiguamolls de l’Empordà wetlands.

Make sure you try these local delicacies:

• Suquet de peix: a traditional fishermen’s stew made with fish and potatoes.
• Palamós prawns: one of the Costa Brava’s best-known local products.
• Fresh fish, seafood and rice dishes: Mediterranean classics you’ll find throughout the coastal towns.
• D.O. Empordà wines: the perfect excuse to discover the region’s long winemaking tradition.

Make the most of your visit and go to...

• Girona: explore its atmospheric old town, historic streets and impressive heritage.
• Figueres: home to the famous Dalí Theatre-Museum.
• Pals and Peratallada: two beautiful medieval villages filled with stone houses and narrow streets.
• Empúries: an impressive archaeological site where Greek and Roman history meets the Mediterranean.