2 Best Hotels in Tossa de Mar, Catalonia, Valencia, and the Costa Blanca

Located on the beach, this hotel is in hailing distance of the old quarter in the medieval fortress; rooms are simple, and those with sea views have private terraces. Proprietor Maria-Eugènia Serrat, a native Tossan, lavishes warm personal attention on every guest. The restaurant has canopied seating on the promenade and specializes in traditional fish stews, with ingredients fresh off the boat.

Built in 1906 by architect Antoni de Falguera i Sivilla, a disciple of Antoni Gaudí, this Moderniste gem sits on the square in the heart of the Vila Vella, steps from the beach. Painted coffered ceilings, a stunning carved stone fireplace, and stained-glass double doors enhance the interior, and there's an inner courtyard—a lush garden with palm trees, flowers, and fountains—that's a perfect place to cozy up with a glass of sherry and while away the early evening. Some guest rooms have private terraces; the suite is a duplex with spectacular panoramic views.