3 Best Hotels in The Pyrenees, Spain

Owned and operated by fifth-generation members of the Batlló family, this 19th-century estate sits on over 170 acres of thick ancient oak forests and once served as a quiet summer escape for the Barcelona-based family. The architecture and design are English in style, with stone fireplaces throughout, neo-romantic furnishings, and uniquely sustainable ways of maintaining ambient temperatures innovative for the time. The nearby Angelats River was said to have certain healing properties, making the area a wellness destination for decades. 

Set in the heart of the majestic Cerdanya Valley, this sustainably minded resort is ideal for all ages, be it families, young couples, retirees, or large groups of travelers. Activities abound, like yoga classes, organized hikes, or excursions to the farms and permaculture garden where they grow the majority of the food used in their organic dining options. The abundant dinner and lunch buffets are fresh, healthy, and include a main course from the extensive menu. Don't miss a trip to the spa or indoor pool (kids included). Accommodations include rooms, apartments, bungalows, and campsites throughout the town.

Built in 1910 for the daughter of a wealthy Barcelona banker, this luxurious boutique property is secluded among the fir and sequoia trees of the Cadí-Moixeró Natural Park. Along with design elements combining a Gothic castle with those of a French château, look for modernist Art Nouveau details resembling those of famous Catalonian architect Antonio Gaudí; the estate's architect was one of his disciples. Rooms and suites are exceptionally comfortable and smartly designed, and the sprawling grounds are a tranquil respite in any season.