Cal Mariner, El Port de la Selva

Cal Mariner

Carretera de Cadaqués, 2, 17489 El Port de la Selva

Very good, 8.2

A lovely family hotel (four generations!), lovely people. We had the best meal of our trip in the hotel restaurant. Located next to the sea with a balcony looking to the sea on the Cap Creus peninsula which is a beautiful place. Highly recommended.

Sorrel, Israel, Israel (21 Sep 2013)

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Cal Mariner , 8 rooms

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Cal Mariner is just yards from the Blue Flag-certified beach, in the Costa Brava fishing village of Port de la Selva. Each air-conditioned room offers satellite TV and a balcony.

This family-run hotel has a restaurant, specializing in rice and fish dishes made with fresh local seafood. Cal Mariner also has a bar with a seafront terrace area.

Cal Mariner is set in the Cap de Creus Natural Park, 7.5 miles from Cadaqués. There are various hiking and cycling routes to Sant Pere de Rodes Monestary, 2.5 miles away. The Dalí Museum in Figueras is within a 30 minute drive.

Hotel Cal Mariner offers free Wi-Fi in public areas. It also has a helpful tour desk with information on the Empordà region.

Nearest beaches: La Ribera Beach, El Pas Beach, Tamariua Cove and 20 more beaches 5 km around

Cal Mariner is in El Port de la Selva

With one of the largest municipal extensions of the Costa Brava, 33 km from Figueres and 70 km from Girona, el Port de la Selva offers a huge variety of landscapes: from the Mediterranean coast to the vineyards, and the rugged mountains to the foot of the Sierra de Rodes.

Sant Pere de Roda Monastery, at el Port de la Selva

At El Port de la Selva, south of Llançà, the seascapes are already reminiscent of the Cap de Creus. This thriving fishing port attracts tourists in search of peace and quiet. Authors who have written about it include J. V.Foix and J. M. de Sagarra.

The town's history is strongly linked to its most important monument: the Monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes, a national cultural heritage. A document found in the monastery, which dates from the year 974, refers to the village as "port quod dicunt armi-rodas" (harbour called Armen Rodas). It affords stunning panoramas over the Gulf of Lions. Passing ships used to send mules loaded with goods up to the monastery to pay their tributes to the Benedictine monks. Nowadays concerts of ancient and classical music are held there in summer.

Traditionally linked to fishing activity and to the trade of oil and wine, the phylloxera plague in the nineteenth century, which destroyed much of the vineyards, forced emigration of many families.

Very close to Sant Pere de Rodes you'll find one of the most charming villages on the Costa Brava: the Vall de la Santa Creu, a medieval town, formerly dependent on the monastery. We can walk its streets with quiet peaceful enjoyment, watch the XVIth century church, the creek that through the village and its medieval houses, almost untouched today. Vall de la Santa Creu is simply a return to the medieval past of the Ampurdán.

El Port de la Selva La Vall de la Santa Creu

As in many other towns on the Costa Brava, the arrival of the 60's was a major economic and even social movement for the town, with the arrival of new visitors and residents. Those who come to el Port de la Selva appreciate the tranquility of their surroundings and the beauty of its landscapes, which has attracted a large number of painters.

El Port de la Selva Beach El Port de la Selva harbour

The village offers a wide range of trails to walk, either on foot or by bicycle, to the Sierra de Rodes, to Cape Creus, or towards Llança, the nearby village. In total 30 kms of trails through the forest. El Port de la Selva also offers the possibility to practice a active sports as kayaking, sailing, swimming or fishing, all run in the bay. Underwater fishing a popular sport in el Port, as you are in Cap de Creus and you find submarine landscapes of great beauty.

The state of the beaches is excellent. From sandy beaches to rocky beaches, the Port offers a variety of environments. In all cases the water quality is always excellent. We highlight the beaches of Port de Val beach, del Pas beach, el Port de la Selva beach, Tabarella, and Tamariua beach.

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1 Anonymous Solo traveller U.S.A., U.S.A.	Great location, clean simple room, efficient staff. A small fridge in room would have been good.	7.9
2 Anonymous Family with young children France, France	The proximity of the beach and the view The television did not function properly and the street below would no doubt be rather noisy in the hight of season	7.5
3 Janet Group of friends France, France	The marvellous setting so you can walk, eat, swim and enjoy this lovely area. Cal Mariner is a very friendly family hotel. It was our 4th visit! Los ruidos nocturnos hasta altas horas.	10.0
4 Anonymous Family with young children United Kingdom, United Kingdom	Friendly staff, spa bath, spacious terrace with splendid view. The television did not function properly and the street below would no doubt be rather noisy in the hight of season	9.2
5 Sorrel Family with young children Israel, Israel	A lovely family hotel (four generations!), lovely people. We had the best meal of our trip in the hotel restaurant. Located next to the sea with a balcony looking to the sea on the Cap Creus peninsula which is a beautiful place. Highly recommended. Los ruidos nocturnos hasta altas horas.	10.0
6 Nicola Family with young children Denmark, Denmark	Great location for hikes in the Cap de Creus Natural Reserve Los ruidos nocturnos hasta altas horas.	8.3
7 Anonymous Family with young children Germany, Germany	Just spent 4 nights in this hotel. The staff are friendly and welcoming. The room prices are reasonable, and the room itself basically comfortable, but no more. Balcony with view of the port. Right across the road from the beach, and very close to the main (free!) carpark. Were enchanted with the town - some very good food, friendly people, lots of spanish tourists and not so overrun as Cadaquès. A great place to relax & a great jump-off point for the rest of the area: Figueres, Empuries, Roses, Cadaquès, Cap de Creus. Don't miss the S. Pere de Rodes monastery just out of town. The street was sometimes noisy at night - so the sleep quality wasn't great - mainly people going home in the early hours, and Saturday there was live (& loud!) music on the seafront. The stage is just in front of the hotel - however after a long day of travel, we managed to sleep through most of it.	8.8
8 Anonymous Family with young children United Kingdom, United Kingdom	The location near the beach A kettle would have been nice. Also there was no 24 hour reception.	8.8
9 Anne Group of friends United Kingdom, United Kingdom	Welcoming and friendly staff - nothing too much trouble Spotlessly clean Excellent location Balcony view No need to drive anywhere - everything you need in village; many places of interest around if you prefer to take trips out Clean towels every day Good food Lovely clean beach 1 minute away Just lovely! A small fridge in room would have been good.	9.2
10 Anonymous Family with young children United Kingdom, United Kingdom	Reasonable room, friendly and helpful reception staff. Port de la Selva was desperately quiet for mid-May, bars and restaurants either closed or closing early-evening.	6.7
11 Anonymous Family with young children Netherlands, Netherlands	Prima, ruime en schone kamer De directe omgeving van het hotel was wat armoedig. Aan de ene kant stond een gebouw dat in renovatie was, aan de andere kant een half afgebroken gebouw. Voor een flinke eter was het ontbijt wat mager: een croissant en een stuk stokbrood.	7.1

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1 Carmen Family with young children Spain, Spain	limpieza. esperava el WC del sale en internet. hab con vistas a la playa por ubicacion. De directe omgeving van het hotel was wat armoedig. Aan de ene kant stond een gebouw dat in renovatie was, aan de andere kant een half afgebroken gebouw. Voor een flinke eter was het ontbijt wat mager: een croissant en een stuk stokbrood.	5.0
2 Jean Family with young children France, France	L'accueil et le restaurant de l'hôtel Le prix du restaurant très bon mais vite très cher	7.5
3 Saskia Solo traveller Netherlands, Netherlands	Personeel was niet steeds aanwezig. De grootmoeder wel maar zij spreekt alleen Spaans. Men doet de uiterste best om het zo comfortabel mogelijk te maken. Door de taalbarrière is dat wat lastig. Het restaurant was dicht toen wij er waren maar we konden in het restaurant van de moeder eten als alternatief Dat de faciliteiten beperkt waren omdat we waarschijnlijk buiten het seizoen waren	7.1
4 Anonymous Solo traveller France, France	La gentillesse du personnel, le confort de la chambre, la baignoire dans la salle de bain, la vue sur la mer du balcon Le prix élevé	9.0
5 Anonymous Solo traveller France, France	Tout ! Rien	9.6
6 Véronique Family with young children France, France	La chambre face à la mer, la terrasse, la grande baignoire. La gentillesse de la Mamie à l'accueil. L'odeur et le bruit du système de chauffage. Nous avons du l'éteindre pour dormir.	7.9
7 Annie Family with young children France, France	L'accueil, par la "mamie" qui nous attendait même le soir et sa fille, les 2 parlant le français, La propreté, la chambre avec sa terrasse vue mer, Le restaurant "la Paquita" où l'on mange très bien pour un coût correct Parking gratuit derrière l'hôtel. Le manque d'insonorisation des chambres la télévision qui n'est pas d'excellente réception, dommage car plusieurs chaines françaises étaient disponibles	7.9
8 Alain Family with young children France, France	Situation géographique mais également tout l'ensemble.adresse à retenir à Port de la Selva. les murs un peu fin entre les chambres mais les informations autres clients n étaient pas bruyant Manque le wifi dans les chambres, il est seulement à la réception	8.3
9 Gilles Family with young children France, France	La gentillesse du personnel La propreté irréprochable (mon fils est passé en rampant sous le lit et à ma grande surprise est ressorti sans un brin de poussière.... Incroyable mais vrai dans cet hôtel) Petit dejeuner très correct les murs un peu fin entre les chambres mais les informations autres clients n étaient pas bruyant Manque le wifi dans les chambres, il est seulement à la réception	8.8
10 Vicenç Family with young children Spain, Spain	Es car, 75 EUr + 14 de l'esmorzar. L'esmorzar hauria d'estar inclos al preu de l'habitació les murs un peu fin entre les chambres mais les informations autres clients n étaient pas bruyant Manque le wifi dans les chambres, il est seulement à la réception	7.5
11 Pascal Family with young children France, France	Accueil inexistant Chambre petite Salle de bain ne correspondant pas aux photos du site Prix: cher pour prestations et accueil Restauration et petit déjeuner non proposé malgré informations du site les murs un peu fin entre les chambres mais les informations autres clients n étaient pas bruyant Manque le wifi dans les chambres, il est seulement à la réception	5.8
12 Marie Family with young children France, France	l'emplacement l'accueil, la literie, le petit déjeuner.	5.8
13 Jaume Family with young children Spain, Spain	El tracte familiar,i la seva ubicació l'accueil, la literie, le petit déjeuner.	9.6
14 Werner Solo traveller Germany, Germany	Kleines Familienhotel mit nur acht Zimmern, die meisten davon mit Meerblick. Ich hatte ein Doppelzimmer zur Einzelnutzung. Das Zimmer war einfach, aber freundlich und modern eingerichtet mit einem schönen Badezimmer. Balkon mit Meerblick, gut funktionierende Klimaanlage. Sehr nette Besitzer, alle 4 Generationen!!! Exzellentes, vom Guide Michelin empfohlenes Restaurant. Gutes reichhaltiges Frühstück. 75 Euro für das Zimmer mit Frühstück scheinen mir recht teuer, für El Port de la Selva aber wohl normal.	8.3
15 Jean Family with young children France, France	Proximité de la plage rapport qualité / prix élevè et non justifié. Chambre non insonorisée. Petit déjeuner moyen pour le prix	5.0
16 Herve Family with young children France, France	L'espace de la chambre, la terrasse, la vue sur la mer, la taille de la baignoire et le confort de la literie. rien	9.6
17 Jean Family with young children France, France	accueil chaleureux Cuisine excellente Bruit, confort moyen	7.1
18 Serge Family with young children France, France	Accueil et service particulièrement agréable et efficace Bruit, confort moyen	8.8
19 Bruno Family with young children France, France	chambre très spacieuse, excellente literie, terrasse équipée vue mer. Parking gratuit (de supermarché) à moins de 50 m. Personnel très sympathique, et très bonne restauration possible sur place. "Muy bièn !" Bruit, confort moyen	9.2
20 Juan Family with young children Spain, Spain	todo Bruit, confort moyen	9.2
21 Jean Family with young children France, France	Accueil très chaleureux , bon emplacement avec belle vue sur la plage et le port . Propreté de la chambre et service petit déjeuner sympa . Rien , très heureux du séjour dans ce beau village	8.8
22 Ruben Family with young children Italy, Italy	il balcone vista mare e la posizione imbattibile, l'atmosfera familiare il costo è un po' alto per essere 1 stella e non includere la colazione , wifi non funziona	6.3
23 Gerardo Family with young children Spain, Spain	me ha gustado mucho la ubicacion del hotel, frente a la playa, y que justo detras del hotel hay un aparcamiento grande para dejar el coche el ruido de la gente de la calle a la mañana, me despertaba el bullicio muy temprano	7.9
24 Eduard Family with young children Spain, Spain	La proximitat de l'hotel a la platja, bastant cèntric. El poble és preciós, i molt tranquil tot i trobar-nos al pic de l'estiu. Res.	7.9
25 Joan Family with young children Spain, Spain	El desayuno Res.	7.9
26 Fernando Family with young children Spain, Spain	amabilidad de los empleados el menu del restaurante la tranquilidad Res.	8.3
27 Carmen Family with young children Spain, Spain	Su proximidad a la playa, el personal cordial y atento. Se dispara de precio, una noche 93 euros.... siendo un Hostal....	7.5
28 Blandine Family with young children France, France	l 'accueil ,la situation géographique , la propreté . Se dispara de precio, una noche 93 euros.... siendo un Hostal....	8.8
29 Bernard Family with young children France, France	L'accueil du personnel ainsi que sa volonté de satisfaire les clients, la cuisine du restaurant. L'insonorisation entre les chambres contigües.	8.8
30 Jerome Family with young children France, France	La terrasse avec la vue sur la baie Le personnel très accueillant et soucieux du bien être de ses clients Le petit déjeuner en terrasse Le prix un peu élevé quand même	8.3
31 Mario Family with young children Spain, Spain	Muy bien situado, con un trato muy familiar y una comida que nos ha encantado a todos. Le prix un peu élevé quand même	7.5
32 Carme Solo traveller Spain, Spain	Trato familiar. Ubicación ideal. Le prix un peu élevé quand même	10.0
33 Eric Family with young children France, France	Le personnel est très accueillant, la vue de la terrasse sur Puerto de la Selva et la mer est très beau. Pas de connexion wifi de la chambre,il faut aller dans le hall d'entrée. Le prix n'est pas assez compétitif afin de rester plusieurs nuité et de séjourner plus longtemps.	8.3
34 Victor Family with young children Spain, Spain	Estuvimos en una habitación con jacuzzi, terraza con hamaca y vistas al mar impresionantes.Trato muy familiar. Cenamos en el restaurante un menú excelente.En general calidad-precio inmejorable Nada	9.6
35 Continsouzas Family with young children France, France	la situation de l'hotel Nada	7.5
36 Danielle Family with young children Belgium, Belgium	kamer zuiver en goede service,vriendelijk onthaal en bediening.Eten zeer goed weinig kasruimte in de kamer	8.8
37 Carlos Family with young children Spain, Spain	Nada en particular El aire acondicionado estaba apagado para ahorrar energía y los canales de la televisión no estaban organizados y era complicado buscar un canal en concreto	5.8
38 Oriol Family with young children Spain, Spain	Atención del personal Desayuno Ubicación a pie de playa El aire acondicionado estaba apagado para ahorrar energía y los canales de la televisión no estaban organizados y era complicado buscar un canal en concreto	9.2
39 Bruno Family with young children France, France	Trés bon accueil, chambre spacieuse, trés bon qualité prix El aire acondicionado estaba apagado para ahorrar energía y los canales de la televisión no estaban organizados y era complicado buscar un canal en concreto	10.0
40 Cor Family with young children Netherlands, Netherlands	Niets El aire acondicionado estaba apagado para ahorrar energía y los canales de la televisión no estaban organizados y era complicado buscar un canal en concreto	8.3
41 Dominique Group of friends France, France	L'odeur de remonter des égouts par les sanitaires de la salle d'eau et le personnel qui fait l'étonné comme s'il n'était pas au courant du problèmes El aire acondicionado estaba apagado para ahorrar energía y los canales de la televisión no estaban organizados y era complicado buscar un canal en concreto	4.2
42 Nuria Family with young children Spain, Spain	Tracta molt familiar El aire acondicionado estaba apagado para ahorrar energía y los canales de la televisión no estaban organizados y era complicado buscar un canal en concreto	10.0
43 André Family with young children France, France	Le cadre Le dîner	7.1
44 Jose Family with young children Spain, Spain	El restaurante del hotel es extraordinario. El desayuno es a elegir. Le dîner	7.5
45 Christian Family with young children France, France	Excellent restaurant, personnel très sympatique. Le dîner	8.8
46 Enrique Family with young children Spain, Spain	El trato personal Le dîner	8.8
47 Evangelina Solo traveller Spain, Spain	Sobre todo me ha gustado la atención de todo el personal del hotel, fue como poco, excelente. La ubicación tambien es muy buena y lo de la terracita en la habitación desde la que puedes ver el mar es un gran punto a su favor. La relación calidad precio es muy buena. Sin duda volveré. Solo hay wifi en las zonas comunes, estaria bien que hubiera en las habitaciones.	9.2
48 Harald Group of friends Spain, Spain	Buen servicio, habitaciones luminosas, centrico muy mal olor en el baño, probablemente que subía de la alcantarilla por las lluvias	7.5
49 Xavier Family with young children Spain, Spain	Ubicación perfecta. Limpio y muy correcto. Habitación pequeña.	8.3
50 Isabel Family with young children Spain, Spain	Nos ha gustado el trato familiar y la amabilidad con la q nos trataron,y la habitación nos encantó,con una terraza grande y con vistas al mar,también nos gustó el restaurante,la relación calidad precio muy buena.Dsd luego volveremos. muy mal olor en el baño, probablemente que subía de la alcantarilla por las lluvias	10.0
51 Bernard Group of friends France, France	le cote tres sympathique des gerants Habitación pequeña.	10.0
52 Feutry Family with young children France, France	Chambres propres et confortables à prix raisonnable ( pour l'endroit ). Personnel serviable. Habitación pequeña.	7.5
53 Marko Family with young children Belgium, Belgium	klein hotel, door familie gerund het weer	9.2
54 Meritxell Group of friends Andorra, Andorra	Habitació molt correcta qualitat preu. Tracte servial i molt agradable het weer	9.6
55 Laure Family with young children France, France	Nos han gustado las vistas, el trato del personal, el entorno. Cogimos la habitación con bañera de hidromasaje pero no funcionaba... Una lástima... La dueña nos hizo un descuento.	7.1

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