Zel Costa Brava
Costa Brava, Spain
Live the good life at this beachfront hideaway, tucked inside Giverola cove on the edge of the sea. Launched by tennis champ Rafa Nadal with Meliá Hotels International, Zel Costa Brava encapsulates the essence of the active Mediterranean lifestyle – whether hiking or biking through lush forestry, dipping toes in golden sand or perched at the poolside bar.
Warm Mediterranean design permeates the large suites and self-catering apartments, while guests can keep busy with a packed calendar of sporting and wellness activities. Beach club dining, a spa, tennis courts and kids club complete the offering in cool Costa Brava, which has a creative energy all of its own.
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- Number of rooms: 214
- Price: $$$
- Airport: Girona-Costa Brava Airport (GRO), approximately 45 minutes away
- Pet-friendly: Yes
- Family-friendly: Yes
What’s nearby?
The sandy shores and fortified town of Tossa de Mar lie just a short drive along the coast, while Girona’s medieval architecture and cultural attractions are also within day-tripping distance. Surrounding scenic trails can be explored by bike or on foot, winding through pine forests and along rugged coastlines.
Getting around
The easiest way to access Costa Brava’s verdant landscapes and historic towns is by car or on bike. Guests can arrange car hire services directly through the hotel and there are parking spaces for up to 300 bikes, with a dedicated service and washing station to keep your ride in perfect condition.
Design and character
Modelled on Rafa Nadal’s own home, interiors mix pale wood and sandy tones with rich pops of colour to create a energetic, zestful ambience. Rooms and suites have been designed by ASAH Studio, with each facing out directly to the sea or surrounding mountains.
A vast patio on the ground floor acts as the hotel’s focal point, embodying the hotel’s Mediterranean indoor-outdoor approach. Guests sip on local Café de Finca coffee in between morning yoga classes, tennis and water sports, before migrating to the beach for volleyball and relaxed shoreside dining. Throughout the internal spaces, expect to find fragrant native species including olive and myrtle, alongside fragrant rosemary, thyme and lavender.
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Three in-house restaurants, two swimming pools, a well equipped spa and a multitude of sports and activities for both adults and children ensures every aspect of your stay is covered, allowing guests to experience the Mediterranean lifestyle at its best. An onsite concept store is curated with likeminded brands, as well as a supermarket.
- Complimentary wifi throughout the hotel
- Laundry and dry cleaning service
- Kids’ club (5+) and playground
- Pets are welcome for an additional fee
- Two 25m pools, one indoors and one outdoors
- Nine tennis courts
- Three restaurants, including a beach club
- Breakfast or half-board available
- Gym with weekly classes
- Concept store with supermarket
- Haan toiletries
- Parking for up to 300 bicycles
- In-house specialty coffee shop Café Finca
- Mini bar with coffee and snacks
- Conference rooms and co-working spaces
- Live music and DJ performances
Rooms
Ranging in size from junior suites to three-bedroom duplex apartments, Zel Costa Brava’s spacious accommodation is big enough to pack the whole family in, all with serene mountain and sea views. Guests can expect the luxury of quietude and calm, as well as fully equipped kitchens in the larger suites.
Food and drink
Mediterranean cuisine takes centre stage at Zel Costa Brava. Dining is spread across three restaurants – PARDA Beach Club, which is open daily from 11am to 7pm for relaxed dining by the sea; El Mercat, which offers traditional Spanish dishes and buffet options for breakfast and dinner, and Café de Finca, which serves speciality coffee throughout the day. There is a choice of indoor and outdoor tables at all locations.
Wellbeing
Inspired by Rafa Nadal’s active lifestyle, the wellness offering at Zel Costa Brava is a particularly strong suit. An impressive 46 activities are on offer, including court-based sports, gym classes and outdoor exploration. The spa has a gym, indoor heated pool, sauna and Turkish hammam, while regular classes by guest instructors are held at Zel Club. Swimming competitions, group runs, painting lessons and open-air dances are just some of the other experiences guests will find here.
Family-friendly
Zel Costa Brava’s comfortable two and three-bedroom suites have everything a family might require for a stay, including plenty of space for cots, extra beds and toys, as well as fully equipped kitchens for self-catering for all tastes. A kids’ club (5+), playground, games, mini golf and a dedicated pool are all available to keep Zel’s younger guests entertained.
Sustainability
Zel Costa Brava has been designed to maximise energy efficiency, with double glazing and LED lighting throughout. Towel changes are carried out on request to minimise water usage and food waste is minimised in all restaurants.
This 214-room Mediterranean escape offers laidback lodgings across multiple categories, ranging from junior suites to three-bedroom duplexes, all with views of the surrounding gardens, mountains and sea.
Junior Suite Garden View or Mediterranean View
A double bedroom, a cosy living room with a sofa bed and a bathroom make up this Junior Suite, and guests can choose views of either the garden and mountains or the Mediterranean.
Junior Suite with Kitchen
Junior Suites have access to a versatile kitchen and a terrace in addition to the bedroom and lounge, with a choice of either garden or Mediterranean views.
Suite
These spacious suites feature a bedroom that can be configured with either one double bed or two single beds, plus a separate large living room and open-plan kitchen with a sofa bed, which opens onto a private terrace.
Casa Zel Two-Bedroom
These fully equipped suites combine two bedrooms with an open-plan living room and kitchen, ideal for sharing with friends or family, while an outdoor terrace overlooks the garden or Mediterranean.
Duplex Three-Bedroom Garden View
Set over two floors, this three-bedroom apartment combines a fully equipped kitchen and living room with two bathrooms and a private terrace overlooking the garden.
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