The best hotels for cyclists in Catalonia: guide to bike-friendly hotels
If you are passionate about cycle tourism and want to travel by bike, here you will find some of the best bike-friendly hotels in Catalonia. Catalonia is one of Europe’s top cycling destinations, with spectacular routes across the Costa Brava, the Pyrenees and inland areas, attracting cyclists from all over the world every year.
In this guide, we have selected 10 of the best hotels for cyclists, chosen for their location near cycling routes and the greenways of Catalonia, as well as their bike-friendly services: bike room, secure bike storage, bike rental, workshops, guided routes and wellness areas, among others. Perfect accommodations for combining sport, nature and relaxation.
The 10 best bike-friendly hotels in Catalonia
- Hotel Mas Rabiol – Peratallada
- Hotel La Freixera – Solsona
- Les Planes del Grau - Sant Joan de les Abadesses
- Hotel Monument Can Garay – Les Planes d’Hostoles
- Hotel Boutique Mas Falgarona – Alt Empordà
- Hotel Carlemany – Girona
- Hotel Urbisol – Moianès
- Hotel Casa Vincke – Palamós
- Hotel La Costa Golf & Beach Resort – Pals
- Hotel & Spa Can Josep – Terra Alta
1. Hotel Mas Rabiol, Peratallada
Bike-friendly hotel in Empordà
In the beautiful surroundings of Peratallada, one of the most beautiful medieval villages on the Costa Brava, Hotel Mas Rabiol is the perfect base for cycling around Empordà. The routes in the area combine quiet secondary roads, countryside landscapes and historic villages such as Pals, Monells and Madremanya.
The hotel offers a secure bike room, the possibility to book bicycles, including e-bikes for more relaxed rides, and a team that will advise you on the best cycling routes in Empordà depending on the type of ride you are looking for. After your route, the swimming pool, wellness area with massages and treatments, and an excellent restaurant will complete your cycling getaway.
Ideal for: cycle tourism on the Costa Brava, routes between medieval villages, gravel and road cycling.
The Hotel Mas Rabiol is a charming rural hotel in Peratallada, one of the most beautiful medieval villages in Catalonia, located in the heart of the Baix Empordà, very close to the coves and beaches of the Costa Brava. This 16th-century farmhouse, with its large stone walls, has been carefully restored preserving its original essence and structure, becoming a welcoming charming hotel on the Costa Brava.
The Hotel Mas Rabiol has 8 cosy rooms and character-filled common areas, including a dining room with a spectacular Empordà-style vaulted ceiling and a reading lounge with fireplace. Surrounded by a large 50,000 m² garden with swimming pool, it is an ideal place for a romantic getaway in nature, where you can enjoy the silence and tranquility of the Empordà.
Its location in Peratallada allows guests to discover a unique setting, with excellent restaurants, boutique shops and vermouth bars. The hotel is pet friendly and bike friendly, offering a bike room, bicycle storage, bike rental and cycling routes through the Baix Empordà, making it also a perfect destination for wine lovers thanks to the nearby wineries.
The Hotel Mas Rabiol is the perfect starting point to explore the Empordà at any time of the year, combining nature, history and tranquility in one of the most charming corners of Catalonia.
2. Hotel La Freixera, Solsona
Cycle tourism with an official seal in inland Catalonia
Located in the historic centre of Solsona, Hotel La Freixera holds the official cycling tourism seal from the Catalan Tourism Agency, a certification that guarantees the accommodation is specifically adapted and prepared for cyclists.
The Solsonès area offers quiet roads, gentle slopes and natural landscapes that make it an ideal destination for inland cycle tourism: routes through forests, medieval castles and viewpoints overlooking the Pyrenees, far from traffic.
The hotel occupies a charming renovated historic building with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. From the hotel itself, guests can book bicycles and guided cycling routes, adapted to different disciplines (MTB, e-bike, gravel and road cycling).
In addition, bicycles are delivered directly to the hotel for greater convenience. The hotel also offers secure bike storage spaces and facilities designed for cyclists travelling with their own bikes, including promotions for bike-friendly getaways.
Ideal for: inland cycle tourism, gravel, road cycling, e-bike, traffic-free routes and bike-friendly getaways in Catalonia.
Small great hotel boutique, modern and comfortable, situated in the medieval centre of the hospitable, quiet city of Solsona, the doorway to the Pyrenees from Lleida. Its charm lies in the tranquillity that pervades the stone walls, the wooden beams, the fireplace, the garden room and so on... There are ten spacious rooms with natural daylight and fully equipped with all kind of conveniences. The breakfasts we serve only contain local, traditionally-prepared products. The Hotel La Freixera is a hotel who respects the environment by introducing ECO shower heads in some rooms and for a commitment to modernity, installing the opening of the doors through the mobile application (Openow System).
3. Les Planes del Grau, Sant Joan de les Abadesses
Cycling services and nature in Ripollès
Les Planes del Grau, near Sant Joan de les Abadesses in the heart of the Pre-Pyrenees of Girona, is a rural accommodation ideal for discovering one of the most beautiful greenways in Catalonia: the Ferro i Carbó Greenway. The area allows you to combine road cycling, MTB routes and other sections surrounded by mountain landscapes, forests and charming small villages.
This hotel surrounded by nature offers a closed bike room, cleaning area and workshop with basic tools for bike maintenance. Its strategic location provides easy access to popular cycling routes, such as the Ter Route, and the chance to enjoy a cycling experience in the heart of the Pyrenean landscape. The hotel also features an outdoor swimming pool, spacious gardens and an excellent restaurant where local products from La Garrotxa take centre stage.
Ideal for: MTB, mountain cycle tourism, Girona Pyrenees, greenway routes and bike-friendly nature getaways.
Hotel Les Planes del Grau is a completely refurbished 14th-century farmhouse, which used to belong to Sant Joan de les Abadesses Monastery.
It has 10 bedrooms, all of which have a small sitting area and a bathroom. The hotel also has a dining room, bar and living room, a large garden and an adjoining cattle breeding farm.
Located in the agricultural plain of the Ter, between San Juan and Abadesas Camprodon Plains remains a degree in a field of crops and livestock land, covered by pine forests and meadows of the Sierra Natural Guaitada and the slopes of the Sierra Cavalry. It offers an ideal space for standing, walking and horse riding or cycling in a unique place within the Natura 2000 network.
4. Hotel Monument Can Garay, Les Planes d'Hostoles
Volcanic La Garrotxa by bike
Located in Les Planes d’Hostoles, Hotel Monument Can Garay is an excellent base for discovering La Garrotxa and cycling through one of the most spectacular natural areas in Catalonia. From the hotel itself, guests can easily access the Carrilet I Greenway, one of the most popular cycling routes in Catalonia, which crosses volcanoes, forests and waterfalls, perfect for relaxed cycle touring.
This rural hotel offers bicycles, a free bike room, cleaning and maintenance area, as well as maps with the best cycling and MTB routes in La Garrotxa. The modernist and rural atmosphere of the accommodation makes it a perfect option for combining nature, sport and relaxation.
In addition, Can Garay offers a cycling getaway designed to discover the area with mountain bikes, direct access to the greenway, picnic options, local gastronomy and relaxing experiences in the garden after the ride.
Ideal for: La Garrotxa greenway, cycling among volcanoes, MTB, bike-friendly getaways and families.
Hotel Can Garay is an Art Nouveau hotel built in 1906 and is listed as an architectural heritage site being declared as a “Hotel-Monument” by the Catalan government in 2007.
It is a family-run hotel with 6 double rooms and a family suite . All the rooms look out onto the large, centenary gardens and feature all modern-day comforts. The hotel is located just 100 meters from the Greenway (Vías Verdes) bike trail, which runs from Olot to Girona and has a secure bike parking space equipped with tools and cleaning facilities.
The hotel is situated in the village of Les Planes d’Hostoles on the edge of the Volcanic Park of La Garrotxa and the Park of Special Natural Interest, Collsacabra. Visiting this unknown part of La Garrotxa, you will discover the pleasure of walking through the magnificent oak and beech forests and stopping off to contemplate the Brugent river, its beautiful natural pools, spectacular waterfalls and the wonderful array of the colours of the forest...
Good food "garrotxina" for breakfast and dinner.
5. Hotel Boutique Mas Falgarona, Alt Empordà
Between the Costa Brava and the roads of Empordà
Hotel Boutique Mas Falgarona enjoys a privileged location in the Alt Empordà, very close both to the Costa Brava and the inland routes of the region. The surrounding roads allow cyclists to explore landscapes of vineyards, medieval villages such as Peralada or Figueres and scenic roads with open views of the Pyrenees, ideal for road cycling, gravel riding and peaceful cycling getaways.
Besides its bike-friendly character, the hotel stands out for its wellness facilities, with a spa and outdoor swimming pool perfect for relaxing after a ride. In this restored 15th-century Catalan farmhouse, you can combine cycling, gastronomy and relaxation surrounded by nature. The hotel offers bicycles for guests and recommends using the Xarxa d’Itineraris Saludables app to discover cycling routes and rides around Empordà.
Ideal for: road and gravel cyclists, Alt Empordà, bike-friendly routes near the Costa Brava, wellness and nature getaways.
15th century farmhouse located in the heart of Alt Empordà, right where begins the plain and the mountains, near the town of Figueres.
It has 15 rooms with maximum comfort and a natural and total tranquility.
In the restaurant, the Falgarona, you can taste traditional Mediterranean cuisine prepared by our chef.
6. Hotel Carlemany, Girona city
The reference hotel for cyclists in Girona
Hotel Carlemany is probably the best-known hotel for cyclists in Girona and one of the most highly recommended in Catalonia. Frequently used as a base for cycling training camps in Girona, it regularly hosts elite cyclists, international amateurs and organised groups from all over the world.
Its location in the heart of Girona is perfect: from the hotel doorstep you can ride directly onto iconic cycling routes such as Rocacorba, Els Àngels, Sant Hilari or Cap de Creus, while also easily connecting with the quiet secondary roads of the Costa Brava.
Girona is also the starting point of the famous Carrilet Route, one of the best-known greenways in Catalonia, with routes towards Olot through volcanic landscapes or towards Sant Feliu de Guíxols between inland and coast. The high-speed train station is only a few minutes away on foot, making it easy to arrive with your bike from anywhere in Spain.
The hotel features a guarded bike room, washing area, maintenance tools and a cyclist-friendly breakfast. After your ride, Hotel Carlemany offers the perfect balance between cycling, gastronomy and relaxation.
Ideal for: road cyclists, training camps, international cyclists and groups.
The Hotel Carlemany is an urban hotel located in the centre of Girona, just a short walk from the Barri Vell and the city’s main points of interest. A comfortable choice for couple getaways or family stays, also with pets, as well as for sports breaks or business trips, with the added advantage of private parking in the city centre.
Its 90 spacious and bright rooms feature a contemporary, functional style designed for relaxation. Some rooms include a bathtub or an in-room fireplace, ideal for a more special stay in Girona.
On the gastronomic side, the El Pati Verd restaurant stands out as a local reference point and an excellent venue for celebrations and events, alongside Indigo Restaurant, offering seasonal cuisine, and the Carlemany Cafeteria, a lively meeting place for both guests and locals.
The hotel is especially appreciated by cyclists thanks to its bike-friendly services, including secure bike storage, a workshop and recommended routes, and it is also close to some of the best golf courses in the province, making it a versatile base for discovering Girona and its surroundings.
7. Hotel Urbisol, Moianès
Panoramic routes with views of the Pyrenees
Hotel Urbisol is an excellent option for discovering Moianès by bike, a region still relatively unknown in Catalan cycle tourism that combines open landscapes, quiet roads and spectacular views of the Pyrenees. The area offers peaceful routes for both road cycling and mountain biking.
The hotel provides bicycles for its guests and access to different routes around the area, ideal for relaxed rides and cycling getaways lasting one or several days. It also features a restaurant and spa area, perfect for recovering after a ride. Its peaceful surroundings, romantic atmosphere and proximity to Barcelona make it an ideal option for cycling-loving couples looking to combine sport, relaxation and nature not far from the city.
Ideal for: inland cycle tourism, peaceful routes, romantic bike-friendly getaways and panoramic routes near Barcelona.
Ours is a modern luxury hotel with every type of facility to ensure that your stay will be pleasant and memorable. Our facilities will help you make the most of your time with us. You can enjoy the benefits of the SPA, the restaurant, the bar, the terrace, the residents' lounge with open fire, the childrens' play arera, the gymnasium or the outdoor pool. The hotel is situated in an idyllic location in the centre of Catalonia.
The hotel has 9 double rooms, 2 superior rooms, 1 suite with canopy bed and another suite with open fireplace and private terrace. All rooms have a double bed, fully equipped bathroom with hydro massage bath, bath robes, slippers, mini-bar, safe, TV, DVD, heating and air conditioning, Internet connection, telephone, views of the Pyrenees and parquet flooring throughout.
The restaurant was opened in 1972, incorporated into the hotel and specializing in home cooking which combines traditional Catalan cooking with modern cutting-edge cuisine. Our facilities lend themselves to romantic dinners, family meals or the celebrating of special occasions where you will be attended in a professional manner in elegant and comfortable surroundings.
8. Hotel Casa Vincke, Palamós
Discover the Costa Brava on two wheels
From Palamós, Hotel Casa Vincke offers easy access to some of the best cycling routes on the Costa Brava. Very close to the hotel is the Tren Petit route, one of the most popular greenways in the area, connecting Palamós and Palafrugell through villages in the Baix Empordà and places such as Castell beach. The area also offers coastal roads as well as MTB and gravel routes through Les Gavarres.
The hotel occupies an elegant 19th-century historic building listed in the Architectural Heritage Inventory of Catalonia, with only 9 rooms combining comfort and tranquillity just a few metres from La Fosca, one of the most beautiful beaches in Palamós. From reception, guests can arrange bicycle rentals with a specialised local company located on the same promenade.
In addition, the accommodation can be booked exclusively, making it a perfect option for cycling groups looking for a different kind of getaway on the Costa Brava.
Ideal for: cycle tourism on the Costa Brava, greenways, gravel and MTB routes, bike-friendly seaside getaways, cycling groups and couples.
In the emblematic house Vincke of Palamós and a few meters from the beach, it has recently opened Casa Vincke Hotel.
The hotel is the result of the rehabilitation of the well-known Vincke house, one of the most emblematic buildings of Palamós and included in the Inventory of the Architectural Heritage of Catalonia.
A total of 9 rooms where original elements of the old palace combine with current elements offering cozy spaces that invite you to feel at home. An environment that combines classic elegance with a modern and comfortable style.
The house has a breakfast room, reading room, meeting room, a large garden and swimming pool.
9. Hotel La Costa Golf & Beach Resort, Pals
Family cycling holidays by the Costa Brava
Located in Pals, in the heart of the Baix Empordà and very close to some of the best cycling routes on the Costa Brava, Hotel La Costa Golf & Beach Resort is an excellent family hotel for combining cycle tourism, beach and nature. The area allows you to ride along peaceful paths through rice fields, medieval villages of Empordà and seaside routes, ideal for both gravel and road cycling.
The hotel holds the official Bikefriendly certification and offers complete facilities for cyclists, including a bike room, workshop, washing area, bicycle rental and cycling routes adapted to different levels. In addition, it features wellness services and sports recovery options, as well as family-oriented activities, with large swimming pools, children’s play areas, entertainment activities for kids and different sports facilities.
Ideal for: cycle tourism on the Costa Brava, gravel and road cycling in Empordà, cycling families with children and bike-friendly seaside getaways.
Located in the heart of the Costa Brava, La Costa Golf & Beach Resort offers direct access to Golf de Pals and is just a few meters from an extensive dune beach. Its 120 rooms feature views of the pool or the golf course greens, ensuring comfort and relaxation.
With an outstanding gastronomic offer, facilities for conventions and special events, and a wide range of sports and leisure activities, this resort is the ideal destination in the Baix Empordà.
10. Hotel & Spa Can Josep, Terra Alta
The best base for the Terra Alta Greenway
Located in Bot, in the heart of Terra Alta, Hotel & Spa Can Josep is one of the best accommodations for enjoying the famous Terra Alta Greenway, considered one of the most spectacular cycling routes in Catalonia. The route crosses tunnels, viaducts and stunning natural landscapes, passing iconic places such as La Fontcalda and its thermal waters.
After the ride, the hotel offers the perfect place to recover thanks to its spa with views. The combination of greenway, nature and wellness makes this accommodation a perfect getaway for both couples and groups of cyclists.
Ideal for: greenways, family cycle tourism and cyclists looking for spa recovery.
The Hotel & Spa Can Josep is a small hotel located in the heart of the Terra Alta. Family-run and close, it deploys its professionalism to ensure that Guests - Friends are at home. Also enjoy the facilities of the Hotel.
At Hotel Can Josep we will offer you the information of the region you need to enjoy your surroundings.
We have a restaurant where you can enjoy the cuisine of the Terra Alta, as well as the seafood of each season.
In the restaurant we have two rooms: a room with panoramic views of the Serra de Pandols and the Ports and another smaller room that is called La Biblioteca for lunches or dinners for business or family.
You can also make business meetings and conventions with the accommodation included.
Free covered garage for motorbikes and bicicles.
Now you know some of the best hotels for cyclists and bike-friendly hotels in Catalonia, perfect for discovering the region through greenways, panoramic roads, coast and mountains.
And if you still want to keep exploring the region, at Petits Grans Hotels de Catalunya you will find some of the most charming hotels in Catalonia, ideal for new getaways combining nature, gastronomy and relaxation.
