Rosewood Villa Magna

Located in the heart of the Costa Brava perched on a small peninsular in between two secluded bays, is Hostal de la Gavina.

The pretty Sant Pol beach lies just in front of the hotel so you can enjoy the turquoise waters and rocky coastline that have made this part of Spain famous. 74 rooms and suites are impeccably styled with fine silk upholstery, Venetian glass lamps, marble bathrooms and antique furniture. For those wanting a little more privacy, the villa has two bedrooms, a kitchen, living room and a private yard.

Seafood is brought in on local fishing boats and can be enjoyed at the hotel’s two restaurants. Guests can choose to dine by the poolside or at the romantic Candlelight Restaurant, surrounded by fragrant gardens. For when you want to sip a crisp glass of wine, head to the terrace and enjoy the views across the sparkling blue water.

With both an outdoor seawater pool and an indoor pool, Jacuzzi and sauna there is ample opportunity to relax. For those wanting to explore the local area, the nearby coastal path is highly recommended.

Steeped in history, the Hotel Alfonso XIII was constructed by order of the King as luxury lodging for the international VIPs attending the 1929 Ibero-American Exposition.

Eye-catching against the green of La Rioja’s hills, Hotel Marques De Riscal’s striking and innovative roof has been designed to reflect the precious liquid that’s produced in the celebrated adjoining winery of the same name.

Created by architectural genius Frank Gehry, the roof resembles a sail in the wind. It’s stripes of titanium are coloured in shades of silver that represent a wine cup, gold for the cap of a bottle, and of course, red to embody the wine itself. Catch the hotel on any different day, and its hues will appear to have changed in the sun.

With just 43 rooms divided between two wings connected by a bridge, a stay in this boutique hotel and winery will be an immersive experience. Due to the varying placements of the hotel’s huge windows, each room leaves a difference impression.

When you’re not out sampling the delights of the region’s oldest winery, sit down to a meal in either of the hotel’s two restaurants, one boasting a Michelin star. As expected, the wine list is impressive and features collections which date all the way back to 1862. On a sunny day, there’s nothing more pleasant than enjoying a gourmet meal on the terrace and admiring the views of the distinctive countryside and the quaint town of Elciego. Should you fancy some indulgence, the Vinotherapy spa boasts a design-focused indoor pool and multitude of luxury treatments based on the grape.

If you can bear the crowds, visit in Autumn to experience the full process of the grape harvest. Regardless of the season, you can look forward to wine tours, tastings, and pairings, as well as a profusion of exhilarating outdoor activities such as balloon rides, biking, and horse riding.