Hotel Diana Tossa de Mar

Hotel Diana is well known in Tossa de Mar for its modernist building and its position in the town centre, a short walk from the long sandy beach and the medieval walls of the Vila Vella. Staying in the middle of Tossa means that restaurants, shops, the old town and the sea are all on foot, and you can do without a car. The hotel is a good choice for travellers who want charm and a convenient location rather than a large resort, and it works for couples, small families and independent travellers. Tossa is about an hour from Girona by road, so it makes a suitable second base for a trip that combines the city with the coast. Rooms and facilities vary, so read the current details before you book.

Tossa de Mar rewards a night, not just a day. After the day-trippers leave, the Vila Vella is lit, the beach empties and the restaurants serve grilled fish and rice dishes on terraces. A hotel in the centre allows you to enjoy this without a drive. Mornings are calm, with the sun rising over the bay and the first swimmers in the water. Because the town is compact, you can walk to the old town in a few minutes and to the coastal path in a few more.

Think about season. In July and August the town is busy, rates are high and the beach is crowded, so book early and consider shoulder months. May, June and September offer warm water and fewer visitors, while winter is quiet but many services scale back. If you plan to explore further, buses connect Tossa with Girona, Lloret de Mar and Barcelona, and boat trips leave from the beach in season. Hotels in small coastal towns often have limited parking, so ask before you drive.

Hotel Diana is a good pick for those who like a sense of place and do not need a pool or a spa on site. Families should check room types, and light sleepers should ask about the side of the building, as the centre can be lively in summer evenings. Combine a stay with the Tossa small-group tour, a coasteering or kayak trip, or a day of walking along the cliff path to nearby coves.

Remember that Tossa has a long tradition of hospitality, with visitors arriving since the 1930s, and small family-run hotels are part of that heritage. Take time at breakfast or in the lobby to talk to staff about the best beach times, the quietest coves and the weekly market. In low season, ask about discounts for longer stays, and about any events in the old town, such as concerts held inside the walls on summer evenings.