Hotels in Figueres

Figueres is not a very large city, and that shows when looking for accommodation. Most options are concentrated in the historic center, around the Rambla and the plaza de Gala i Dalí, which is where the Teatre-Museu Dalí is. If your main plan is to visit the museum and stroll through the old town, staying in this area lets you walk to almost everything, including the tapas bars on carrer Pi i Margall or the Rambla itself, which fills with life in the afternoon. The other area with a certain offering is the one around the train station, south of the center. It is not as pretty, but it has the advantage that you will arrive with your suitcase and can drop it off before sightseeing, and there is also somewhat easier parking if you come by car. In between, you will find quiet streets such as carrer Sant Pere or the Parc Bosc area, where apartments tend to be larger and brighter, although you will have to walk ten or fifteen minutes to the center.

Prices vary quite a bit depending on the season. Figueres is a stopover destination for many travelers heading to the Costa Brava, so in July and August hotels raise their prices and fill up quickly. If you can, consider coming in May, June or September: the weather is pleasant, there are fewer people and prices drop noticeably. Weekends are also more expensive than weekdays, especially if there is an event at the museum or at the Castillo de Sant Ferran. To find the best rates, it is advisable to book at least three or four weeks in advance, especially if you want a charming hotel or a well-located apartment. In low season, on the other hand, you can leave it until the last minute and negotiate directly with the establishment.

Before booking, take a good look at what the price includes. Many apartments do not have a reception and ask you to notify them of your arrival time, so make sure check-in is flexible if you are traveling by train or arriving late. Also check whether the accommodation has an elevator, because many old buildings in the center do not have one and the stairs can be a problem with large suitcases. If you come by car, ask about parking: the center has restricted traffic on some streets and street parking is complicated. To get around, the train station is well connected to Barcelona and Girona, and from there you can take a city bus or walk to the center in ten minutes. If you stay outside the old town, keep in mind that the distances are short, but the slopes can feel tiring in summer.