Pla de l'Estany
The region of Pla de l'Estany charm is a perfect destination to relax. This region located in the flat of Lake Banyoles, is composed of eleven municipalities. It borders the regions of the Garrotxa, Alt Empordà and the Gironès. Banyoles is the capital for historical, economic and demographic.
The natural environment of the Pla de l'Estany also highlights the diversity of landscapes and the rich flora and fauna. With respect to vegetation, dominated by pines and oaks. Discover the landscapes of the region by car, bicycle, horseback or on foot.
The passage of time leaves a historical and cultural legacy unimaginable. The Park of the prehistoric caves of Serinyà, Parque La Draga Neolithic and the Roman Villa Vilauba are archaeological sites of great importance.
Despite being a region of interior, has a Mediterranean climate due to its proximity to the coastline that provides mild temperatures throughout the year.
The sport and gastronomy are the main elements of tourism that can be found in this region. It was the first tourist destination sports recognized by the Generalitat de Catalunya. We can find a collection of shows from their villages as the Honey Fair in Cornella del Terri Crespià.
Hotels in Pla de l'Estany
Santa Pau, Garrotxa, Girona (4km from Pla de l'Estany)
Located in front of the Medieval Castle of Santa Pau, this property is ideal for exploring the old town and enjoy beautiful landscapes.
The bedrooms at Cal Sastre, decorated in a traditional style with antique furniture. are the result of an elaborated and technical renovation of two cozy houses from the XV Century. It has been maintained a perfect harmony between the architecture and the exceptional environment of Sant Pau’s old town. All the rooms are exterior with views of the “Santa Margarita” and “Puig de Mar” volcano, as well as views of the “Sant Julia” Mountains or of the Santa Paula medieval Castle from the 13th century.
In the region of the Garrotxa you can practice outdoor activities discovering volcanic scenery and the natural park.
Les Planes d'Hostoles, Garrotxa, Girona (9km from Pla de l'Estany)
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.
Sant Aniol de Finestres, Garrotxa, Girona (10km from Pla de l'Estany)
Can Buch is a rural farmhouse located in the Garrotxa, in the beautiful valley of Llémena, and restored in 2020 by artisans and natural materials.
The farmhouse is ecological and works 100% with renewable energies of the place.
We transport country life with all its traditions but with all the luxuries and comforts of the 21st century.
Plant-Based, ecological and local restaurant with an author’s menu where most of the products are made by us in the farmhouse.
The hotel consists of 12 different rooms each with high quality finishes.
The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool, a chillout, a reception, a dining room and a private indoor hot water pool (Hammam).
Salt, Gironès, Girona (22km from Pla de l'Estany)
Espinavessa, Alt Empordà, Costa Brava (22km from Pla de l'Estany)
Girona, Gironès, Girona (24km from Pla de l'Estany)
Sant Joan de les Abadesses, Ripollès, Girona (27km from Pla de l'Estany)
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.
Avinyonet de Puigventós, Alt Empordà, Costa Brava (29km from Pla de l'Estany)
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.
Madremanya, Gironès, Girona (32km from Pla de l'Estany)
Old XV Century farmstead, in the centre of the medieval village of Madremanya. Stones, tiles, original barrel and Bohemian arches have survived and have been combined with present day finishes.
Pont de Molins, Alt Empordà, Costa Brava (33km from Pla de l'Estany)
El Moli hotel, lying in the very heart of Empordà by the river Muga amidst cornfields and olive groves, has been set up by Lladó family. An ancient mill, which goes back to the XVII century, has been turned into a warm and comfortable Hotel-Restaurant. It is a place perfect to relaxing and enjoying the nature. The Old flour mill was initially restored as a restaurant
The hotel offers 14 rooms; 6 masia rooms located in the main house and 8 Superior rooms.
8 Superior rooms with double bath with views to the nature, terrace, comfortable beds … and 6 Masia renovated rooms with all that you need, double bath and the comfort and relax that you deserve.
On awaking at El Molí Hotel you may hear both the murmuring of the river and the song of birds and breathing nature's fresh air as well.
Both parts are completed by some areas such an outdoor swimming pool, petanque, bikes and garage. It is a responsible and innovative building, which preserves his beautiful environment while offers calm and relax. And it combines perfectly with the restaurant where you could taste seasonal dishes with our region products.
Pelacalç, Alt Empordà, Costa Brava (38km from Pla de l'Estany)
Ribes de Freser, Ripollès, Girona (41km from Pla de l'Estany)
Peratallada, Baix Empordà, Costa Brava (43km from Pla de l'Estany)
Hotel Mas Rabiol is a restored 16th-century farmhouse with large stone walls, which still preserves the essence and original structure. Set in a rural environment, it has eight welcoming bedrooms, a dinning room with a spectacular “ampurdanesa” vault, a reading room with fireplace and TV and several salons.
The Mas Rabiol garden, with 50,000 m² and a swimming pool, will delight young and old: a huge area to relax by the large pool to enjoy a nice swim in the summer heat.
Mas Rabiol is an ideal place for relaxing and switching off while enjoying the impressive Empordà countryside. It is the ideal starting point to explore the Empordà and enjoy any time of the year of all the possibilities offered by this very privileged area in the Costa Brava.
Pals, Baix Empordà, Costa Brava (48km from Pla de l'Estany)
In a typical 16th century Ampurdan farmhouse on the outskirts of Pals, a mediaeval hamlet in the Baix Empordà region, this hotel has 9 bedrooms, a 10,000 m2 garden, a pool exclusively for hotel guests, a gastronomic restaurant and summer terrace for enjoying the fresh air. It offers Ampurdan cuisine with a subtle modern touch, using local produce with flavours and aromas from a mountain and marine landscape. Enjoy unforgettable experiences at Es Portal Restaurant & Hotel Boutique.