39m Marvellous Yacht With On-Deck JacuzziN°001
Costa Brava, Spain
Sea viewWaterfront
From $23,372 per night
Costa Brava is Catalonia's rugged northeastern coastline, a string of pine-fringed coves, whitewashed fishing villages and Michelin kitchens running from Blanes to the French border. Renting a luxury villa in Costa Brava gives you a private pool, sea views and concierge support within reach of beaches, hiking trails and Dali country.
- Pine-clad coves and golden beaches from Calella de Palafrugell to Blanes
- One of Spain's densest concentrations of Michelin-starred restaurants
- The Cami de Ronda coastal path tracing the entire shoreline
- Salvador Dali's Theatre-Museum, Port Lligat house and Gala Dali Castle
- Curated luxury villas with private pools, sea views and concierge service
Known forHidden coves, fishing villages, Michelin dining and Salvador Dali heritage
Best time to visitMay to September for warm seas and long days; June and September for fewer crowds
Nearest airportGirona-Costa Brava (GRO), with Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) under two hours
Ideal forFamilies, friends and couples seeking coastline, gastronomy and culture
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41homes available
1–9bedrooms
up to 20guests
20with a pool
Costa Brava in pictures
Events not to miss in Costa Brava
- Mid May
Girona Temps de Flors
For one week Girona's old town, courtyards and cathedral steps are dressed in elaborate floral installations. It is an easy day out from a villa anywhere on the coast, best enjoyed midweek before the weekend crowds arrive.
- Early July
Cantada d'Havaneres, Calella de Palafrugell
Fishermen's sea shanties sung from the beach at Calella de Palafrugell, traditionally accompanied by cremat, a flamed rum coffee. One of the Costa Brava's most atmospheric evenings, so ask your concierge about boat viewing spots.
- July to August
Cap Roig Festival
International music stars perform in the clifftop botanical gardens of Cap Roig above Calella de Palafrugell. Concerts under the pines with the sea below make a memorable night out from a nearby villa.
- July to August
Festival Castell de Peralada
Opera, ballet and recitals staged in the grounds of Peralada castle in the Empordà wine country. Pair a performance with dinner among the vineyards for a polished summer evening.
- 23 June
Nit de Sant Joan
Midsummer's eve is celebrated across Catalonia with bonfires, fireworks and coca de Sant Joan pastries on the beaches. Villas with sea-facing terraces get a natural front-row seat.
Costa Brava through the seasons
- Spring (March – May)
Empty coves and Girona in bloom
The coastal footpaths of the Camí de Ronda are at their best in mild spring light, and Girona's flower festival crowns the season. Villas are quieter and the medieval villages of the Empordà feel entirely local.
- Summer (June – August)
Beach clubs, festivals and long villa evenings
This is the Costa Brava at full tilt: swimming coves, chiringuitos and open-air concerts from Cap Roig to Peralada. A private pool and terrace spare you the busiest beaches at midday.
- Autumn (September – November)
Warm seas and the Empordà harvest
The Mediterranean stays swimmable well into October while the DO Empordà vineyards bring in their grapes. It is the connoisseur's season for wine tastings, seafood and uncrowded medieval towns like Pals and Peratallada.
- Winter (December – February)
Dalí country and slow coastal walks
Mild, clear days suit the Dalí Triangle of Figueres, Púbol and Portlligat, plus long lunches over suquet de peix. A villa with a fireplace turns the quiet coast into a genuine retreat.
The Area
Costa Brava occupies the northeastern corner of Catalonia, unfurling from the gateway town of Blanes to the Pyrenean foothills near the French border. The name means rugged coast, and the landscape lives up to it: steep cliffs plunge into clear water, hidden inlets open onto golden sand, and protected marshlands fringe the shore. Inland, medieval villages glow with bougainvillea against whitewashed walls. Discerning travellers have favoured the region since the 1960s for its authentic, low-key character, choosing fishing villages and lively seaside towns over mass resorts. A luxury villa here places you within easy reach of both coastline and countryside, with Girona's old city and the Dali landmarks a short drive away.
Where to Stay
Begur is the heart of refined Costa Brava, a hilltop town crowned by a ruined castle and ringed by some of the coast's prettiest coves at Sa Tuna, Aiguablava and Fornells. Its lanes are lined with the colonial mansions of returning emigrants, giving it an unhurried elegance. Inland, Girona offers a different kind of stay, with its honey-stoned old quarter, Jewish Call and riverside houses. Around Palafrugell, the villages of Calella and Llafranc deliver classic seafront charm. Our curated collection of luxury villas spans these areas, from cliffside retreats with infinity pools and sea views to country estates set among vineyards and cork oaks, all served by concierge support.
Things to Do
The coast rewards exploration on foot. The Cami de Ronda coastal path threads almost the entire shoreline, from Blanes north to Portbou, linking cove after cove with sweeping Mediterranean views. Culture runs deep in Dali country: visit the Dali Theatre-Museum in Figueres, the artist's seaside house at Port Lligat in Cadaques, and the Gala Dali Castle at Pubol. Wine lovers can tour family-run estates such as the Mas Molla winery, where some of the region's oldest farming methods endure. Snorkelling, sailing and sea kayaking fill the warmer months, while the medieval streets of Girona and Pals invite slower wandering.
Dining and Nightlife
Costa Brava is one of Spain's great culinary destinations, holding a remarkable cluster of Michelin stars across a handful of kitchens. Cooking here is rooted in the sea and the land, pairing local catch, garden produce and Emporda wines in confident, modern style. Beyond the tasting menus, seafront chiringuitos and old-town taverns serve grilled fish, rice dishes and tapas al fresco. Nightlife is relaxed and varied. Family-friendly towns such as Malgrat de Mar offer plaza ice creams and evening picnics in parks open late through summer, while Calella's modern quarter draws those who prefer clubs, international DJs and late nights by the sea.
When to Visit
The Mediterranean climate makes Costa Brava rewarding from late spring to early autumn. July and August bring the warmest seas, longest days and liveliest atmosphere, ideal for beach holidays and festivals. For warmth without the peak crowds, June and September are excellent, with comfortable temperatures and quieter coves. Spring and autumn suit walkers and culture seekers, with mild weather perfect for the Cami de Ronda and the inland villages. The festival calendar adds colour year-round: February carnivals, the Blanes fireworks contest in July, the Porta Ferrada music festival and the Girona Flower Festival in spring.
Getting There
Costa Brava is among the easiest Mediterranean coasts to reach. Girona-Costa Brava Airport sits just inland and serves much of the region within a short transfer. Barcelona-El Prat, under two hours by road, opens up a far wider range of international connections and high-speed rail links via Girona's AVE station. A hire car is the most flexible way to explore, unlocking the coves, hilltop villages and wineries that reward those who venture beyond the main towns. Our concierge team can arrange airport transfers, private drivers and car hire so your villa stay runs seamlessly from arrival.