Hotel La Malcontenta
Palamós · Catalonia · 5 Stars

Hotel La Malcontenta

Five-star hotel in a restored 19th-century country mansion in Castell, with gardens, an outdoor pool, a Mediterranean restaurant and Costa Brava beaches.

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8.7 Score
548 Reviews
5★ Stars
15:00 Check-in
Area Palamós
Nearby s'Alguer · 1,3 km
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00
Pets Allowed

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Hotel La Malcontenta

Hotel La Malcontenta is a 5-star hotel in Castell, near Palamós, housed in a restored 19th-century country mansion. Gardens surround the building, and the outdoor pool offers a place to relax between visits to the coast. The Torre Mirona area is a protected natural area, with beaches and coves a short distance away.

The seven categories include suites and a Standard Double Room, all with air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, soundproofing and a minibar. Some have a private garden, patio, balcony or terrace; there is also a suite with a private pool and fireplace. Rooms accommodate two people and have an extra-large double bed.

The restaurant serves creative Mediterranean cuisine in a dining room with garden views; booking several days in advance is recommended. Breakfast options include continental, gluten-free and à la carte choices. The hotel has free private parking, free WiFi, an outdoor pool, car hire and bicycle loan services. It’s an option for combining a relaxing stay in landscaped grounds with days at the beach and visits to Palamós.

Hotel La Malcontenta
★ 8.7 · Fabulous · 548 reviews

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Five-star hotel in a restored 19th-century country mansion in Castell, with gardens, an outdoor pool, a Mediterranean restaurant and Costa Brava beaches.

Room types

The hotel offers suites and a Standard Double Room; all seven categories have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, soundproofed walls and a minibar. They range from 30 to 50 m², all accommodate two guests and have an extra-large double bed. Bathrooms include toiletries and, among other items, a bathrobe, slippers and a hairdryer.

The differences lie in the outdoor space and layout. Suite with Garden adds a private garden, patio and terrace; Suite with Terrace has a living room and garden views, while Grand Suite with Terrace adds a seating area to its 50 m². Suite Grand has two living rooms. For a stay with a private pool, Suite with Private Pool combines a terrace, garden views, a bathtub and a fireplace. The Standard Double Room is 35 m² and includes a sofa and safe.

Suite Grand — Hotel La Malcontenta
Suite Grand
50 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofing

At 50 m², Suite Grand has two living rooms and an extra-large double bed, with a layout that separates spaces for relaxing and socialising. It has air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, soundproofed walls and a minibar; the bathroom includes a bathrobe, slippers and a hairdryer.

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Suite with Garden — Hotel La Malcontenta
Suite with Garden
40 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Patio
  • Garden view

Suite with Garden is 40 m² and adds a private garden, patio and terrace with garden views. The extra-large double bed and private bathroom complete the accommodation, which also has air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, soundproofed walls and a minibar.

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Suite — Hotel La Malcontenta
Suite
40 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Soundproofing

The Suite is 40 m² and has a bedroom with an extra-large double bed, air conditioning and a private bathroom. It includes satellite TV, a bathrobe, slippers and a hairdryer; it also has soundproofed walls and a minibar, with a suite layout designed for two guests.

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Suite with Terrace — Hotel La Malcontenta
Suite with Terrace
40 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • Garden view

At 40 m², Suite with Terrace combines a living room and a separate bedroom. The balcony and terrace look out over the garden, and the bathroom has a walk-in shower. The accommodation also includes air conditioning, soundproofed walls and a minibar.

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Grand Suite with Terrace — Hotel La Malcontenta
Grand Suite with Terrace
50 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Grand Suite with Terrace is 50 m² and has a separate bedroom and a living room with a seating area. The balcony and terrace offer garden views; it also has an extra-large double bed, a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a minibar.

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Standard Double Room — Hotel La Malcontenta
Standard Double Room
35 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Sofa
  • Safe

The Standard Double Room is 35 m² and has a sofa and safe, as well as a wardrobe and desk. Its extra-large double bed is complemented by a private bathroom with a shower and bidet. The accommodation also has air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, soundproofed walls and a minibar.

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Suite with Private Pool — Hotel La Malcontenta
Suite with Private Pool
30 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Private pool
  • Bathtub

Suite with Private Pool is 30 m² and has its own pool, a terrace and garden views. It’s the only category that combines a pool with a bathtub and fireplace. It also has an extra-large double bed, a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and soundproofed walls.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want several beaches and coves within a short distance: s'Alguer is 1.3 km away and Platja de Castell is 1.4 km away.
  • you’re drawn to historic country houses: the hotel occupies a restored 19th-century mansion and is surrounded by gardens.
  • you want a pool during your stay: there’s an outdoor pool and a suite with a private pool.
  • you’d like creative Mediterranean cuisine at the hotel, in a dining room with garden views.
  • you’re travelling with a pet: animals are allowed, although supplements may apply, and pet bowls are available.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need a WiFi connection with an especially high rating: the service is free, but its score is 5.6.
  • you don’t want to pay possible supplements for travelling with pets: the hotel allows them, but charges may apply.
  • you want to dine at the restaurant without planning ahead: booking several days in advance is recommended.
  • you prefer to stay in the centre of Palamós: the hotel is in Castell, a ten-minute drive from the centre.

Hotel facilities & services

The hotel brings together outdoor spaces and ways to enjoy the coast. Facilities include a garden, picnic area, sun terrace and outdoor pool. You can also make use of bicycle hire, bike and walking tours, as well as activities such as snorkelling, diving, cycling and hiking. If you prefer to organise your stay from the accommodation, tourist information and a 24-hour reception are available.

The restaurant and bar complement the dining options, with breakfast in your room, special diet menus on request and a children's menu. Rooms have a private bathroom and air conditioning; they also include a flat-screen TV, satellite channels and a DVD player. Private parking is free and has an electric vehicle charging station. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Pets are allowed and supplements may apply; pet bowls are also available. The accommodation offers massage and beauty services.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Picnic area
  • Beach
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Restaurant

General facilities

  • Picnic area
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden
  • Bicycle hire
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
  • Diving
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Tourist information
  • 24-hour reception
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Parking

  • Accessible parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station

Food & drink

  • Coffee shop on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine / champagne
  • Children's menu
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Extra-long beds (>2 metres)
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Sofa
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Hotel La Malcontenta is in Castell, in the municipality of Palamós, in a restored 19th-century country mansion surrounded by gardens. The Torre Mirona area is part of a protected natural area, and the coast has beaches and coves. s'Alguer and s'Alguer Petit are 1.3 km away; Platja de Castell is 1.4 km away, and sa Cobertera is 1.6 km away. Cala Canyers is 1.9 km away and Castell de Sant Esteve de Mar is 1.8 km away. The landscape makes it easy to alternate swims in the sea with walks along the coast.

Palamós is a ten-minute drive away. Palamós bus station is 2.9 km away and Girona-Costa Brava Airport is 31 km away. In the centre of Palamós, Mercat Municipal is 3.1 km away and Museu de la Pesca is 3.7 km away. Parc del Convent dels Agustins is 3.3 km away. For a nearby excursion, Vall-llobrega is 2 km away and Sant Joan de Palamós is 2.5 km away; the hotel also offers car hire and bicycle loan services.

La Barraca de Dalí, 1.5 km away, and Cap Roig Botanical Garden, 2.2 km away, add two different stops to days at the beach. You can also visit Castell de Cap Roig, 2.3 km away, or Vons Xarello, 3.3 km away. In summer, nearby beaches let you spend the day by the sea and coves; at other times of year, the gardens, walking routes and visits to Palamós offer other ways to explore the area. The hotel restaurant serves creative Mediterranean cuisine with garden views.

s'Alguer — Small coastal beach where you can enjoy the scenery and take a swim. 1,3 km
s'Alguer Petit — Nearby cove, suitable for a stop by the sea. 1,3 km
Platja de Castell — Costa Brava beach surrounded by a protected natural area. 1,4 km
Barraca de Dalí — Distinctive structure associated with the area's coastal landscape. 1,5 km
Castell de Sant Esteve de Mar — Remains of a castle beside the coast of Palamós. 1,8 km
Cap Roig Botanical Garden — Botanical gardens with Mediterranean views and paths among the plants. 2,2 km

What guests say about Hotel La Malcontenta

8.7
Fabulous · 548 reviews
Staff
9.3
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.3
Cleanliness
9.1
Facilities
8.6
Value for money
8.4
Free Wi-Fi
5.6

Comments highlight the staff's attentiveness, cleanliness and surroundings; guests also appreciate the comfort of the rooms. The facilities receive favourable ratings, while the WiFi connection scores noticeably lower than the other aspects.

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