Amy Adejokun
Section editor
The Prestige Victoria hotel is a relatively big establishment with 208 guest rooms and many facilities, all in a pleasant setting. Located by the sea at Santa Margarita, it enjoys a prime location but is quite far from the centre of Rosas, which is a 20-minute walk away.
The hotel stands by the sea in Santa Margarita, some 20 minutes away on foot from the centre of Rosas.
The rooms of the Victoria are both modern and spacious, with an area of about 16 m˛, parquet flooring and modern furniture that makes for a very pleasant setting. The terraces are probably the hotel's key feature, each room having its own, with a full view of the sea, or a side view of the Pyrenees: in both cases, the view is pleasant and it fills the room with natural light. In terms of amenities, these include a satellite TV, individual air-conditioning, and a bathroom fitted with a bathtub (in the suites, guests have the option of a hydromassage tub) and provided with a hair-dryer and hospitality products. The decor is both simple and elegant, with ancient photos of the village, modern light fixtures, and matching bedspreads, creating a highly refined and trendy setting.
The hotel is spacious and provides good facilities, but as is the case with many similar-sized hotels, some areas lack a bit in personality. Nevertheless, the hotel is on the whole very pleasant. Among the facilities and services on offer, the hotel has a large buffet restaurant and a bar with a sun drenched outdoor terrace. There's also a small swimming pool where guests can enjoy a dip, and for your well-being, the hotel has a nice spa that offers a wide range of treatments and facilities. It's not especially big, so we recommend you visit the spa early in the morning or during meal times, so as to avoid the crowds that flock here the rest of the time. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy the pleasant and well-lit gym, where they can try out the various machines on offer. In the ground floor communal areas, guests can enjoy Wi-Fi access, but in the Santa Margarita district, this is a service that doesn't always work that well. If this is the case, you can still stay connected to the outside world thanks to the international and national newspapers available at the bar and from reception. The reception staff can also organise and outing or a car rental for you.
The restaurant area is quite disappointing, boasting nondescript decor, and according to our journalist, who talked to the hotel's guests, a buffet that isn't all that varied. It may be perfect for a short weekend away, but if you're staying here for a whole week, you might get bored of the food quite quickly. There is also a lack of healthy food, such as fresh fruit (there was some fruit but it wasn't ripe yet), yogurts and fresh fish.
The hotel affords direct access to the beach, and you won't even have to cross a road, which is an ideal feature for parents travelling with young children, who can feel confident about letting their little ones run around in safety. During the high season, it can become very difficult to find a parking space here. There are family rooms for families, as well as independent rooms but with adjoining doors.
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Located on the seafront and affording a beautiful view of the bay of Rosas, Montecarlo hotel has many enticing attributes and attracts a clientele looking for a simple establishment with a good level of facilities. The Montercarlo hotel fully deserves its 3 stars.
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The Maritim is located next to the sea in the neighbourhood of Santa Margarita, which is about a 10 minute walk from the centre of Rosas. The beach is no more than a few metres away. The establishment is well worth its 3 star rating, thanks to its stylish decor and quality facilities.
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The Vistabella is a real little jewel of the luxury hotel industry and is certainly worthy of its 5 star rating. Built on a cliff-face overlooking the sea, the hotel offers not only a truly stunning setting but also excellent service, a professional welcome, and cuisine that is to die for! This little hotel has plenty of nice surprises in store, and since each guest room is unique, you're sure to want to come back again and again to try a different one!
The Almadraba Park Hotel was the one that most seduced us in Rosas. Located on a promontory overlooking the Almadraba cove and the Bay of Rosas, it benefits from an exceptional location and offers a wide range of services that make it deserving of its 4 stars. Run by the same family for several decades now, the hotel has conserved a family atmosphere but has also managed to evolve with its clientele.
This is a three star hotel, located in one of the nicest areas in Rosas: Canyelles Beach, a sandy creek, situated at one end of the bay. The hotel displays contemporary design, and provides services worthy of a four star hotel. Many guests are regulars, and so the manager prefers to surprise them with services that more than meet their expectations. This place is one of the very few we liked in Rosas.
With its direct proximity to the beach, in the middle of the bay of Rosas, the Terraza Hotel is a genuine institution in this city. Opened in 1935 by the grandfather of the current owner, the hotel has been able to continuously adapt to the needs/wants of its guests for more than 75 years. With 70% of the guest rooms affording a direct view of the sea, this establishment offers an ideal setting for a peaceful holiday and for discovering the ways of the Catalan.
The Maritim is located next to the sea in the neighbourhood of Santa Margarita, which is about a 10 minute walk from the centre of Rosas. The beach is no more than a few metres away. The establishment is well worth its 3 star rating, thanks to its stylish decor and quality facilities.
The Mediterráneo Park 2 is in the same building as the Hotel Mediterráneo, but in a more exclusive area of the complex. The luxurious and spacious rooms have a stylish and refined decor.
This hotel is located on the seafront in the Santa Margarita neighbourhood and offers quality services but lacks character. The decor is completely neutral and creates a rather dreary atmosphere; nevertheless, the many bay windows make the hotel a pleasant place to stay.
If you are looking for a quiet hotel near the sea with a nice pool, this is the place for you. However, if you are not a fan of 1970s decor you'd be better to choose another hotel because this one is particularly kitsch. Apart from the decor, it offers good services and above all, the pool is very large.