First, the location is outstanding. This third-floor flat sits above a restaurant, literally on the beach in Calella de Palafrugell. We stayed here as part of a trip from the U.S. between Spain and Italy and loved being able to walk downstairs and step right onto the sand. There are plenty of restaurants and shops nearby, plus a beautiful 15–20 minute coastal walk to Llafranc.
The hosts were very friendly and accommodating. Before our stay, I asked whether beach towels would be available, and they made a point to provide them, which we really appreciated. And the AC was a life saver. That said, the check-in and parking process was more complicated than expected. We were notified on the day of arrival that we needed to pick up the keys from a family member at a separate location, adding an unexpected stop. We also received two different addresses for the included parking, so I had to call the host to confirm the correct location. Once we arrived, the battery in the parking gate remote was dead, preventing us from entering. The host reimbursed our off-site parking, which we appreciated.
The apartment could also be better equipped for beach travelers. Small touches, such as making coffee readily available, providing a beach umbrella, and including shampoo with the two bath amenity gift sets, would make a noticeable difference. Overall, it’s a fantastic location with wonderful hosts, but a few logistical improvements and added amenities would make the experience even better.
