Property Description
Hotel Empordà
Authentic and unique
With over half a century of tradition, this family-run hotel in Figueres, very
close to the border between France and Spain, offers all the individuality of a
hotel full of authenticity and is strongly shaped by the personality of its
emblematic and internationally recognized restaurant "The Motel", the true
essence of the experience offered to its guests. The Hotel Empordà, and
especially its restaurant, is part of the history of modern Catalan gastronomy.
El Motel Restaurant
The soul of the hotel
A international benchmark for critics and renowned restaurateurs, and with a
reputation and prestige to which the regulars and more demanding customers
can attest. A symbol of tradition, authenticity and character with a kitchen
considered and admired as the cradle of contemporary Catalan cuisine,
created by the founder Josep Mercader, setting the right balance between
innovation and tradition. Its cuisine is based on local, seasonal and market
produce.
The Motel receives a special mention in the Michelin Guide, is recognized with
a Sol in the Repsol Guide and is the first Table Distinguée of Logis de
Catalunya.
Location
It has an excellent location as a base from which to enjoy the culture,
landscape and heritage of the exceptional Empordà region.
Figueres: 10 minutes' walking from the Teatre Museu Dalí
L'Empordà: Set in the middle of Empordà landscapes that have inspired great
genius and artists.
Girona: A few minutes from the city of Girona, a wonderful city to walk around
and discover its medieval centre and the Jewish Quarter.
Costa Brava: Less than 30 minutes from the best beaches and coves on the
Costa Brava, world famous for its beauty and crystal clear waters, where the
blue of the sky and the sea meet the green of the Mediterranean pines.
Distances
Girona Airport: 55 km
Girona: 40 km
Toulouse: 261 km
Perpignan: 57 km
Barcelona: 139 km
Figueres AVE Station: 5 min
AVE to Barcelona: 45 min
AVE to Madrid: 4 h 20 min
AVE to Paris: 5 h 15 min, GPS: 42.275822N 2.953484E
Green Sustainability
Reciclaje
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: |
15:00 |
| Check Out: |
12:00 |
| Year of Last Renovation: |
2011 |
| Floors: |
3 |
| Rooms: |
42 |
| Corridors: |
All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: |
42 |
| Handicap Rooms: |
|
| Rooms with 1 Bed: |
12 |
| Rooms with 2 Beds: |
30 |
| Suites: |
3 |
| Room Windows: |
Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: |
Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: |
3 |
| Meeting Space: |
1000 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: |
Holds 120 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: |
On-site
|
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: |
0.6 Mi
|
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: |
0.6 Mi
|
| Lounge/Bar Hours: |
07:30-20:30 |
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation: Cancellation free of charge until 15 days before the arrival of the group at the hotel. In case of cancellation inbetween the final 15 days and 48 hours before the date of arrival of the group will result in being charged for the first night. |
| Nightly Parking: |
15 |
| Typical Group Deposit: |
25% |
| Total Taxes: |
10.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: |
$0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| City Tax: |
0.99 Per Person
|
| VAT: Value Added Tax: |
10.00 Per Night
|
| Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: |
11.30 Per Person
|
| Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: |
40.00 Per Person
|
| Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: |
40.00 Per Person
|
Amenities / Features
Airport & Shuttle Information
Girona Airport: 55 km
Girona: 40 km
Toulouse: 261 km
Perpignan: 57 km
Barcelona: 139 km
Figueres AVE Station: 5 min
AVE to Barcelona: 45 min
AVE to Madrid: 4 h 20 min
AVE to Paris: 5 h 15 min
Airport Shuttle?
Sorry,
no airport shuttle available.
Breakfast Information
Buffet Breakfast (11.30€/p.p.) or a la carte
Pet Friendly?
Yes! Pets are allowed.
12.00€/mascota/noche
Parking Info
Free outside parking and 15.00€/car/night closed parking
Internet / WiFI
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
Day 1
- Breakfast:
Café Bistrot Picasso - Cozy café offering local pastries and coffee - 1.2 km
- Lunch:
Restaurante Duran - Traditional Catalan cuisine in a historic setting - 1.1 km
- Dinner:
El Motel Restaurant - Fine dining with seasonal dishes in a sophisticated setting - 2 km
- Activity:
Dalí Theatre-Museum - Explore the largest surrealistic object in the world created by Salvador Dalí - 1.3 km
Day 2
- Breakfast:
La Rambla - Popular spot for a morning walk and local breakfast options - 1.4 km
- Lunch:
Sidrería Txot's - Enjoy Basque-style tapas and cider - 1.5 km
- Dinner:
Restaurant L'Oliva - Mediterranean cuisine in an elegant atmosphere - 1.2 km
- Activity:
Castell de Sant Ferran - Discover this large 18th-century fortress with guided tours - 2.5 km