Get away to L’Escala and stay at a beachfront hotel

Hotel Riomar: wake up by the Mediterranean in L'Escala

Overlooking the sea and just steps from Platja de les Dunes, Hotel Riomar is the perfect place to enjoy the Costa Brava in a peaceful Mediterranean setting.

This welcoming hotel in L'Escala features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free Wi-Fi, parking and a bar, as well as a buffet breakfast designed to start the day in total comfort. Its beachfront location invites you to unwind from the very first moment.

Nearby, you can explore charming places such as Empúries, the old town of L'Escala and the beautiful coves and coastal paths of the Camí de Ronda. It’s also a fantastic destination for snorkelling, kayaking or tasting the delicious seafood cuisine of the Empordà region.

Guests particularly appreciate the peaceful atmosphere, the closeness to the sea and the comfort of a simple yet pleasant stay.

Slow down to the rhythm of the Costa Brava… and book your Mediterranean escape.

L'Escala: where the Mediterranean tells its greatest stories

If you think L'Escala is just another Costa Brava village, prepare to fall in love. This is not a place you simply visit, it’s a destination to savour slowly, surrounded by landscapes that have witnessed centuries of history. Here are the local secrets most travellers never discover:

• The balcony over history: Walk along the coastal path to the Ruins of Empúries, the only place in Spain where you can stroll through ancient Greek and Roman streets with the Mediterranean waves crashing beside you. A journey 2,000 years back in time.
• The secret of the “blue gold”: You can’t leave without tasting the famous anchovies of L'Escala. Forget supermarket jars and head to a local tavern, where they’re served with rustic bread and tomato. It’s the authentic flavour of the town for generations.
• Postcard-perfect sunrises: Portitxol Beach hides a natural rock arch beneath Hostal Empúries. The local ritual? An early-morning swim through the arch while the sea glows like liquid crystal.
• A medieval hideaway: Just minutes from the centre lies Sant Martí d'Empúries, a tiny walled village frozen in time. Perfect for a magical dinner beneath the moonlight in its charming medieval square.
• The marine cemetery: It may sound unusual, but its immaculate white walls against the deep blue sea create one of the most photogenic and beautiful corners of the Mediterranean.

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.