Where to Base
Stay in the Old Town for historical ambiance and convenience, or along the promenade for sea views and leisurely walks. Both areas offer easy access to local amenities and attractions.
City hotel guide
Roses
Roses, located on the Costa Brava in Catalonia, Spain, is a coastal city renowned for its stunning Mediterranean views, well-preserved medieval fortress, and rich cultural heritage. For frequent hotel travelers, Roses offers a diverse range of accommodations, from historic properties in the old town to modern seaside resorts. It serves as an excellent base for exploring northeastern Catalonia, combining natural beauty with historical significance. The city's layout allows easy access to both urban amenities and coastal attractions, making it a strategic choice for business or leisure stays.
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Best time to visit
☀️ Best months: Jun–Jul, Oct
Jan12° / 5°💧28mm
Feb14° / 7°💧22mm
Mar16° / 9°💧75mm
Apr18° / 11°💧52mm
May23° / 16°💧51mm
Jun28° / 21°💧23mm
Jul30° / 23°💧11mm
Aug30° / 23°💧45mm
Sep26° / 19°💧45mm
Oct23° / 17°💧31mm
Nov18° / 11°💧18mm
Dec14° / 8°💧31mm
High/low are monthly means, 💧 is mean monthly precipitation (2022–23, Open-Meteo); green = comfortable & drier.
Before choosing where to stay
Getting Around
Roses does not have a major international airport; the nearest is Girona-Costa Brava Airport. The city center is walkable, with public transport connecting to surrounding areas.
Best Season
Summer offers pleasant weather for beach activities, while spring and autumn are ideal for cultural exploration with fewer crowds. Winter provides a quiet retreat for those seeking tranquility.
Nearby attractions
Ciutadella de Roses
cultural property in Roses, Spain
Dolmen de la Creu d'en Cobertella
dolmen in Roses, Spain
Castell de la Trinitat
cultural property in Roses, Spain
Santa Maria de Roses
Benedictine monastery in Roses, Spain
Rhode
ancient Greek colony in Spain
Poblat visigòtic del Puig Rom
cultural property in Roses, Spain
Puig Rom
mountain in Spain
Castell de Bufalaranya
cultural property in Roses, Costa Brava,Spain
Aiguamolls de l'Empordà Natural Park
Protected area in Costa Brava, Girona, Catalonia, Spain
Sant Pere de Rodes
benedictine monastery in el Port de la Selva, Costa Brava, Catalonia, Spain
Cala Montjoi
beach in Spain
Cap de Creus Natural Park
Protected area in Costa Brava, Girona, Catalonia, Spain
Dining
Sumac
The culinary focus in this family-run restaurant, the name of which refers to a type of condiment commonly found in the Middle East, is on local, market-fresh ingredients. The chef, who developed his skills working alongside culinary maestros such as the late Santi Santamaría, offers a varied menu based on classic dishes with contemporary touches and even Wagyu beef from Empordà! Although there is no lack of fish dishes, there is a good selection of different meats among the main courses.
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Standing out for its location right on the seafront, the chef in charge of this restaurant, Moisés Vega, champions a creative cuisine with a large selection of appetisers, fish, meats... and several rice dishes (’Señoret’ (peeled seafood), Seco de gambas (dry rice with prawns), Marinero (seafood), and more). It offers wonderful views of the sea and the coastline, whether you eat on the terrace or inside in the dining room!
WebsiteEmpòrium
Named after the archaeological ruins at Empúries, this restaurant has declared its strong commitment to the gastronomy of the Alt Empordà by extolling the virtues of the sea and mountains that define the region.Located within the walls of the hotel of the same name, this eatery run by the same family since 1965 now has twins Màrius and Joan Jordà (the fourth generation) at the helm in the kitchen. In the impeccable dining room, they serve updated traditional cuisine that is not shy of creativity and which accentuates the flavours of the Alt Empordà through its use of locally sourced ingredient
WebsiteBistrot 1965
There are some places, such as this restaurant occupying the former bar of the Hotel Empòrium, that can pass almost unnoticed compared with their more famous siblings (the award-winning and elegant Empòrium is also located here) due to the fact that they are simpler in style and more affordable to the public. Despite this, Bistrot 1965 is definitely a spot with its own personality. Its cuisine, which is also overseen by brothers Màrius and Joan Jordà (they alternate the cooking between them every week), is centred around a single fixed-price menu, to which you can also add more dishes from a l
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