Apartments Cap Sa Sal

Rooms

It’s a quirky set-up at Cap Sa Sal. Today, the original 1950s building is a mix of hotel-owned apartments and private residences. The old foyer is a testament to the past – with hanging tapestries under its circular ceiling – and a great contrast to the ultra-modern apartments that spread across 3 floors. Each apartment has been completely remodelled, and features a mix of contemporary art, vintage pieces and recycled furniture (much of it gleaned from the hotel’s old restaurant), as well as clever use of lighting and tons of space.

It’s hard to believe that Apartment 210 was once the hotel’s nursery. Now it’s all sleek lines and stylish finds with a huge living/dining room and four bedrooms - fantastic for a group of friends or a large family. We loved the vertical wood-panelled walls and hall-like bathroom with a sexy black-tiled shower. Crema, for 2 + a child, is ultra-modern, with wood panelling and designer chairs. Twingo and Rose each sleep 4 in 2 bedrooms (good for families/friends); the former is Scandi chic, the latter white-washed and minimalist, with rose-coloured velvet sofas. Apartment 88 has 2 bedrooms, cheerful red and white decor, and a great terrace built into the rocks.

But the pick of the bunch is Privado (sleeping 6). Measuring an impressive 360m2, this 3-bedroom penthouse has panoramic sea views, a gorgeous mosaic floor and the ceiling is made from the wooden hulls of a boat (it’s seriously cool).

The Villa Resort is a standalone villa with 6 lovely bedrooms (4 of which can be twinned) and a private pool. Its decor is super-stylish and modern: earthy tones blend seamlessly with the spectacular setting outside, made a part of the villa thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows that feature throughout. Scandi-minimalism is intelligently used to allow you to relax and rejuvenate, letting the views take centre stage - though there is a grand piano if anyone fancies the spotlight.

Features include:

• Hairdryer
• Safe box
• Washing machine
• WiFi

Eating

With open-plan kitchens, designer living spaces and stunning sea views, you’ll want to self-cater quite a bit (note, no basic ingredients are provided, so you'll need to buy everything, including salt, pepper, washing-up liquid etc). But if you're feeling lazy, walk a few minutes along the pine-shaded path to Hotel Cap Sa Sal's glass-encased restaurant surrounded by pine trees, overlooking the silvery sea.

Here, lunchtime and evening menus revolve around freshly caught fish (tuna tataki, octopus and kimchi, for example) and Mediterranean-influenced meat dishes (steak tartare and duck magret cannelloni). Outside, fairy lights are strewn across the ocean-facing terrace; it’s a romantic setting for an evening meal.

For a change of scene, Sa Tuna's restaurants are a 20-minute walk away, along the shoreline, and Begur is a 5-minute drive. Here you’ll find a good choice of eateries, ranging from renovated farmhouses to modern cafes and ice cream parlours. Everywhere we tried was very family friendly.

Features include:

• Bar
• Breakfast
• Fridge
• Full kitchen
• Hob or stove
• Microwave
• Oven
• Restaurant
• Toaster

Activities

• Swim in perfect blue waters: dive in from the rocks of Cap Sa Sal's beach; Cala D’Aiguafreda is a pretty inlet a quick walk from the apartments, and Platja Sa Tuna is the next beach up the coast (20 mins' walk)
  
• Explore the Costa Brava's idyllic landscapes by electric bike (you can hire them at the hotel reception). A choice of suggested routes will take you through paddy fields, into charming seaside villages, or along the foothills of the Pyrenees
  
• Try DO Empordá wines on a tasting tour at Celler Can Sais or Cellar Mas Oller, both set in picturesque countryside
  
• Take a full- or half-day boat excursion around the Costa Brava; its hidden coves are perfect for swimming
  
• Enjoy a bird’s eye view of Cap Sa Sal’s stunning surroundings on a hot-air balloon jaunt; ask at reception
  
• They can also help you ride horses along white-sand beaches, through wooded forests or up into the mountains
  
• Sample artisan cider at Mooma; this local cider house offers a tasting and breakfast package!

Activities on site or nearby include:

• Boat trips
• Cycling
• Golf
• Hiking
• Historical sites
• Museums / galleries
• Sailing
• Shopping / markets
• Snorkelling
• Swimming
• Well being

Kids

With open-plan kitchens and tons of space, Cap Sa Sal’s five larger apartments are brilliant for families (though possibly not boisterous young ones, who might knock over designer lampshades). There aren't any special in-house activities for children, but older kids will enjoy the pool, diving off the rocks, boat excursions, beach trips and bike rides.

Best for:

Babies (0-1 years), Children (4-12 years), Teens (over 12)

Family friendly accommodation:

Crema sleeps 2 + a child (master bedroom, small single bedroom; 2 shower bathrooms). Rosa sleeps 4 + 1 baby (master bedroom, second twin bedroom; 2 shower bathrooms). Twingo sleeps 5 + 1 baby (master bedroom, second twin bedroom, space for an extra bed and baby cot; 3 shower bathrooms, 2 of which have tubs, too). Apartment 88 sleeps up to 4 + 1 baby (master bedroom, second twin bedroom; 2 bathrooms). Privado sleeps 6 + 1 baby (1 kingsize bedroom + 2 double/twin bedrooms, ensuite shower bathrooms, plus an additional shower bathroom). Apartment 210 sleeps 8 (2 kingsize bedrooms + 2 twin bedrooms and 2 bathrooms). The Villa Resort house sleeps up to 12 + 1 baby (2 queensize bedrooms, 4 double/twin bedrooms with ensuite shower bathrooms), and has its own pool.

Distances:

• Airport: 1 hour's drive (Girona)
• Hospital: 5-minute drive (Begur)
• Shops: 5-minute drive (Begur)

For more family-friendly places, see our Kids Collection

Location

Apartments Cap Sa Sal are part of a small resort - Cap Sa Sal - on Spain’s stunning Costa Brava coastline. There's also a modern hotel and restaurant. It's 5 minutes by car from the small town of Begur.

By Air:
The nearest airport is Girona (a 1-hour drive); Barcelona airport is also within striking distance (1 hour 45 minutes).

From the Airport
It is an easy drive from both airports. The apartments can arrange a transfer from Girona, but we'd advise you to hire a car, so you can explore the region. A parking space per apartment is included in the rates.

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