Parador de Aiguablava

We spent a weekend at Aiguablava Parador in Begur. We were a party of four people. The good points were the location, the rooms (comfortable beds, fabulous sea view, spacious rooms, nice amenities) the hotel is very spacious and tastefully decorated. The swimming pool, at the top end of the cliff, although not massive, is large enough and with fantastic views of the area. A very privileged position with views of Aiguablava cove and a private path down to the cove. Breakfast was varied and good quality in general and served in the breakfast room with gorgeous views. Freshly squeezed fruit juice and good quality coffee. The negatives were the check in experience, too long and with an inexperienced receptionist who lacked aptitude in the treatment of experienced travelers/customers and couldn’t get my name right. There was a general lack of coordination between departments (reception and restaurant) our evening meal reservation was not communicated to the restaurant either of the two days and my name was wrong in all departments from beginning to end even though the receptionist had access to my ID card and the online booking form. The evening meals were sub standard. Generally unpleasant food, tasteless fish and a dirty lukewarm brown sauce, packet custard-based deserts. Brick sized chunks of melon as fruit salad. Some dishes were inedible. A very limited wine list and very expensive wines. The service in the restaurant varied from pleasant to inappropriate with some comments from waiting staff demonstrating their inexperience and unsuitability to work in a hotel of this category, even though they were pleasant and kind at all times. On a final note, I requested by telephone if it would be possible to have some candles on a desert on our final evening as we were celebrating my husband’s 60th birthday. The receptionist said it would be no problem but it was not communicated to the restaurant and forgotten. As there had been so many hiccups with communication in general I didn’t bother to even try to remind them.

Super séjour

Wonderful relaxing property with views. Early risers who like to have coffee and enjoy the views will be disappointed that coffee is not available until 8 am.

Fantastic location with stunning panoramic views from everywhere in the hotel - especially breakfast. Large, roomy, wonderful deco interiors with fabulous deco furniture ground floor. Very roomy bedrooms with fabulous views from balcony. Staff were exceptionnally attentive, polite and helpful, spoke dual languages.

Ultra modern and new rooms and facility. Might be the best room we have stayed in in Spain.

This facility is amazing, with stunning views and beautiful property. The trail throught the grounds and around the cliffs and village is a must see for those willing to climb some stairs. It's all breath taking.

The hotel lacks any kind of entertainment. There could have some music in the pool or saloon. Or someone playing piano . Also some chess sets and playing cards. A shuttle to the surrounding areas even if 2-3 times per day would be nice

everything was great except the pool water was too cold and the pool did not provide drinks or food services (only self-served drinks)

Amenities not consistent with a four star hotel. Might be lovely during the summer but I’d skip in November. No pool - and hot tubs cost 35 euros per person. No coffee in your room and have to wait till 8am for dining room to open. Breakfast just ok.