Hostal Empúries
Growing up without losing your roots
Hostal Empúries was founded in 1907, next to the Greek and Roman ruins of Empúries. Its first house, Villa Teresita, was built to accommodate the archaeologists who, under the direction of Puig i Cadafalch, excavated the ancient city. It was a pioneer of tourism in the area, even before anyone spoke of the «Costa Brava». Today, the historic building preserves its original rooms, and alongside the spa garden, the more contemporary part of the hotel was added over time.
From the very beginning, the hotel was understood as a model based on social and environmental responsibility.
Sustainable Hotel
First hotel with LEED Gold Certification in Europe
Hostal Empúries understands tourism and accommodation from a social and ecological perspective. This philosophy earned it the LEED Gold (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification in 2010 and, in 2026, the B Corp certification, which recognizes its social and environmental impact.
One way to care
We are a B Corp™ company
In 2026, Hostal Empúries obtained the B Corp™ certification, which recognizes companies evaluated according to the B Lab standards in areas such as social and environmental impact, transparency, and responsibility. This step continues a history that began in 1907 and our commitment to integrating the care of people and the environment into our way of welcoming, working, and interacting with the territory. We are part of a global movement that drives a more inclusive, equitable, and regenerative economy.
More than a century of history
A journey through the history of the place
1907
The first records mention Villa Teresita
A snack bar facing the sea, to which the people of the area came by cart or boat to eat on the beach, between the dunes and the site of Empúries.
A snack bar facing the sea, to which the people of the area came by cart or boat to eat on the beach, between the dunes and the site of Empúries.
Villa Teresita was transformed into a hostel to accommodate the first travelers, archaeologists, and visitors to Empúries, initiating a tradition of hospitality that continues to this day.
The establishment is undergoing a deep renovation to restore its architectural heritage and adapt it to a contemporary hotel model.
Following the renovation, Hostal Empúries becomes one of the first hotels in Europe to be certified with sustainability criteria, integrating architecture, energy efficiency and respect for the environment.
Following the renovation, the hotel received the LEED certificate and became the first hotel in Europe to achieve this certification, integrating architecture, energy efficiency and respect for the environment.
Today, it is a benchmark hotel on the Costa Brava, where heritage, gastronomy, well-being and sustainability coexist in a unique space facing the Mediterranean. A commitment recognized by the B Corp certification.
Points of interest
The main room, spacious and bright: the place to start the day. Homemade breakfasts, with natural light and the sea as a backdrop.
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Train with the Mediterranean as your backdrop, within a space designed to keep you in rhythm throughout your stay.
A private space for guests staying here. Views, silence, and the tranquility of being in a couple or alone. Also suitable for small celebrations, meetings, or presentations.
Multipurpose room with sea views for large groups, adaptable to various formats. Facing the Palm Garden, it is away from the hotel's main activities without being disconnected from them.
Park your car right outside the hotel, with no hassle. Available 24/7, so you can arrive and leave whenever you want.
An exterior with sea views that changes with the light of day: clarity in the morning, warmth in the evening.
A space of calm facing the Mediterranean, with a water circuit, treatments and a gym to stop, breathe and reconnect.
The most iconic dining room of the house, designed for celebrations and intimate moments. With windows overlooking the Gulf of Roses and light that accompanies it throughout the day.
Open from spring to autumn, perfect for dining or having dinner while feeling the breeze and the sound of the sea.
This is where your stay and your vacation begin. Open 24 hours a day, for whatever you need at any time of the day.
The most intimate corner of the hotel, for presentations or conversations that require a warm atmosphere.
The starting point of your route. We recommend checking availability in advance. Book your tour at the reception and complete your excursion with the picnic option.
Your haven these days, with views of the sea or the garden, where you can relax and enjoy in your own way.
Massages and treatments to relax, recharge energy, and reconnect body and mind. Find us in the garden, among lavender and aromatic herbs.
Ca La Solita
Stone farmhouse in Ullastret, one of the most emblematic villages in the Baix Empordà.
The way of life in Empordà from the inside: the countryside, the calm of a medieval village and the nature around. It is ideal for spending a week with family or friends.
The house has been restored respecting its original structure and walls, and is fully equipped, with a rustic but contemporary design. Outside, there are 2,000 m² of garden and a pool-type swimming pool.
Ullastret preserves the remains of the Iberian settlement of Puig de Sant Andreu. There are two restaurants and a small grocery store right on the street.