Garoinada: the gastronomic festival of Palafrugell
It’s already time for La Garoinada, one of the most important winter gastronomic campaigns in Catalonia! This culinary event is held every winter in Palafrugell with the aim of promoting the sea urchin, one of the most highly prized products of the Costa Brava.
Since its first edition in 1992, La Garoinada has turned Palafrugell into a true gastronomic route, with several local restaurants taking part and offering a wide variety of dishes where the garoina takes centre stage, along with other typical local delicacies such as rice.
This year, La Garoinada takes place from January 16 to March 29, with the participation of around fifteen restaurants and hotels in Palafrugell, Llafranc, Calella and Tamariu. At Petits Grans Hotels de Catalunya, we invite you to enjoy a getaway at one of our charming hotels. Take advantage of these accommodation offers including a gastronomic menu!
Can Liret, Palafrugell
Located in the centre of Palafrugell, Hotel Can Liret offers an ideal location for following the Garoinada route. This charming hotel stands out for its commitment to sustainability and respect for its surroundings, as well as for the sense of peace that pervades the property, with only 9 rooms. Its renovated spaces evoke the atmosphere of traditional artisan houses—while still enjoying all the comforts of a modern hotel.
At Can Liret, special care is also taken with KM0 and local cuisine, featuring gastronomy based on the freshest products from the Costa Brava. For this reason, during La Garoinada, several very attractive accommodation offers are available for true food lovers.
You can book the Garoinada Formula, which includes one night at Can Liret with breakfast, a Garoinada gastronomic menu, and tickets to several cultural attractions in Palafrugell, as well as a discount on Grau wines and spirits. For an even more special weekend, book the PREMIUM Formula with a choice of activity: a boat trip with a sea urchin aperitif, or a personalised excursion around the area.
Enjoy a unique stay at this hotel in Palafrugell and discover the incomparable surroundings of the Empordà and the Costa Brava!
Can Liret is a charming hotel in Palafrugell, in the heart of the Empordà and close to some of the best coves on the Costa Brava. The hotel is the result of the sustainable restoration of a former artisan house dating from 1894, traditionally dedicated to the cork industry, preserving the property's original architecture and character.
Located in the historic centre of Palafrugell, it enjoys an ideal location for discovering the Empordà, the beaches of Calella de Palafrugell, Llafranc and Tamariu, as well as the region's beautiful landscapes and charming villages.
Its 9 rooms combine the authenticity of stone walls, vaulted ceilings and wooden beams with contemporary design and modern comforts. Six rooms feature a private terrace, while some also include an in-room bathtub. All rooms are air-conditioned to ensure maximum comfort throughout the year.
The garden and outdoor swimming pool make Can Liret a peaceful hotel with a pool on the Costa Brava, perfect for relaxing after a day at the beach or exploring the hidden gems of the Empordà.
Breakfast is served in the former breakfast house and is prepared using fresh local produce, seasonal ingredients and products sourced from nearby markets and local vegetable gardens.
Can Liret actively participates in the Garoinada, one of the Costa Brava's most iconic gastronomic events, which celebrates sea urchins between January and March through culinary experiences and cultural activities linked to the region.
In addition, the hotel can be booked exclusively in its entirety, offering private catering and chef services, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings, celebrations or small group getaways.
El Far, Llafranc
At the four-star hotel and restaurant El Far, an unforgettable gastronomic experience awaits you in one of the most beautiful spots on the Costa Brava. Perched on a cliff overlooking the sea in Llafranc, El Far is a place filled with calm and tranquillity, ideal for switching off with your partner or friends. Rooms with endless sea views and a restaurant offering the best of traditional Mediterranean cuisine complete the appeal of this charming hotel.
El Far offers a Garoinada Formula that includes one night with breakfast and the exclusive Garoinada menu, as well as tickets to cultural attractions in the area and a discount voucher for Grau wines and spirits.
For the more adventurous, there is also the option to book a PREMIUM Garoinada weekend formula with a vintage boat excursion or a hiking route along the paths of the Baix Empordà. A unique luxury experience not to be missed!
El Far Hotel Restaurant, located beside the iconic Sant Sebastià Lighthouse, is an exclusive charming hotel on the Costa Brava. Perched on a spectacular cliff overlooking the bay of Llafranc, it offers one of the finest viewpoints on the Mediterranean, with breathtaking views of Calella de Palafrugell and Tamariu.
This beautifully restored 18th-century former inn is home to a small, elegant hotel with an intimate atmosphere. Many of its rooms feature sea views and private terraces, making them ideal for a romantic getaway or a relaxing stay surrounded by nature and the Mediterranean.
El Far Restaurant is one of the hotel's main highlights. Its Mediterranean cuisine, prepared with seasonal local produce, can be enjoyed on a spectacular panoramic terrace overlooking the sea. The restaurant also takes part in the La Garoinada de Palafrugell gastronomic festival and offers seasonal menus throughout the year showcasing the culinary richness of the Empordà.
From the hotel, you can explore some of the most beautiful sections of the Costa Brava Coastal Path, discover the beaches and coves of Llafranc, Calella de Palafrugell and Tamariu, or visit the nearby Iberian archaeological site of Sant Sebastià de la Guarda. Just a few steps away, you'll also find El Far Nomo, a renowned Japanese restaurant with spectacular sea views.
Thanks to its privileged location, outstanding gastronomy and exclusive atmosphere, El Far Hotel Restaurant is the perfect venue for weddings, private events or exclusive hotel buyouts. A charming seafront hotel where you can experience the true essence of the Costa Brava.
