Hostal Santa Gemma

Sant Vicenc de Montalt 41.55836300, 2.50269800 , Carretera N-ii Km 652 44-46 (Show on Map)
8.3
Very Good


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Summary of reviewsHostal Santa Gemma is highly praised for its exceptional location, situated by the beach with stunning sea views and a tranquil environment. It's an ideal base for exploring Barcelona and nearby coastal towns with easy access to supermarkets, shops, restaurants and highways. Guests find the ambiance quiet and peaceful and appreciate the proximity to a dog-friendly beach and ample parking space, making it suitable for drivers.

Breakfast at Hostal Santa Gemma is frequently lauded for its delicious, hearty and complete offerings, providing excellent value for money. Guests enjoy a satisfying start to their day with fresh orange juice, croissants, toast, cheese and sausage in pleasant settings such as a balcony with views or a courtyard. The staff's friendly and helpful nature further enhances the breakfast experience.

The hostel offers clean, spacious and comfortable rooms, often adorned with marine-themed decorations and vintage touches. Many rooms come with balconies or terraces providing sea views, adding to the charm. While some furnishings might feel outdated to some, the overall sentiment is one of satisfaction with the cleanliness, simplicity and comfort offered.

Immaculate cleanliness is a hallmark of Hostal Santa Gemma with guests consistently impressed by the well-maintained rooms and communal areas. Daily cleaning services and fresh bedding contribute to a welcoming atmosphere.

The remarkable staff at Hostal Santa Gemma are noted for their friendliness, politeness and genuinely caring nature. Their warm and accommodating attitude creates a familial and relaxing environment, making guests feel valued and at home. The exceptional customer service is frequently highlighted with staff going above and beyond to ensure a memorable stay.

Free and generally reliable wifi is available throughout the property, although there are occasional reports of poor connectivity in some rooms. Despite this, most guests have a positive experience regarding internet accessibility.

The hostel's charming and tranquil pool area is clean, well-maintained and provides a peaceful retreat with sun loungers, offering a pleasant addition to the garden's serene environment. The pool, though modest in size, is appreciated for its usability and contributes to the hostel's appeal.

Parking at Hostal Santa Gemma is free, ample, secure and conveniently located. Guests appreciate the ease and accessibility of parking with features such as a garage and private spots enhancing the sense of security.

The beds at Hostal Santa Gemma are generally praised for their comfort and cleanliness with high-quality, fresh linen contributing to a good night's sleep. While a few mentions of less comfortable beds exist, the majority of guests find the bedding satisfactory and reflective of the rooms' online photos.

Hostal Santa Gemma is also a top choice for travelers with dogs. The pet-friendly atmosphere, proximity to a dog-friendly beach and the lack of additional costs or weight restrictions for pets make it an ideal option for pet owners. The hostel staff's excellent treatment of both guests and their furry companions enhances the welcoming vibe.

Overall, Hostal Santa Gemma stands out for its excellent location, friendly staff, clean and comfortable accommodations and thoughtful amenities, making it a highly recommended choice for travelers seeking a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
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Room Types
Double Room with Balcony and Sea View Guests will have a special experience as this double room offers a pool with a view. Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower. This double room features a private entrance, a dining area, a flat-screen TV and a balcony. The unit offers 1 bed.

Twin Room with Terrace The pool with a view is a top feature of this twin room. Offering free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower. This twin room has a private entrance, a dining area, a flat-screen TV and a balcony. The unit has 2 beds.

Apartment with Terrace Guests will have a special experience as the apartment offers a pool with a view. This apartment is comprised of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath or a shower and free toiletries. The apartment's kitchen, which features a microwave, is available for cooking and storing food. A seating area with a flat-screen TV, a private entrance and a balcony are featured in this apartment. The unit offers 2 beds.

Double Room with Pool View This double room's standout feature is the pool with a view. This double room has a private bathroom, a private entrance, a wardrobe as well as a balcony. The unit has 1 bed.

About Hostal Santa Gemma
License: HB-001956
Guest Reviews
8.3
Very Good
Location
Hostal Santa Gemma boasts an exceptional location that offers guests a variety of delightful amenities. Situated right by the beach and overlooking the beautiful sea, the hostel provides stunning views and a tranquil environment. Proximity to the train station makes it an ideal base for exploring Barcelona, just a 35-45 minute train ride away and nearby coastal towns, ensuring connectivity without the city's chaos. The hostel is also conveniently close to the port, supermarkets, shops, restaurants and highways, facilitating easy access to all necessary amenities and attractions.

Guests appreciate the quiet ambiance, enhanced by the surrounding greenery and peaceful settings. The hostel's location proves perfect for walks along the coast with scenic views of Port Balís and the small harbor. For those traveling with pets, the hotel's vicinity to a dog-friendly beach is a plus. Parking is hassle-free with ample space provided, making it suitable for guests who prefer to drive.

Hostal Santa Gemma is noted for its value for money, exemplified by its well-maintained swimming pool and garden, as well as clean facilities. The convenience of the location, coupled with a friendly and accommodating staff, ensures a pleasant and comfortable stay.

Breakfast
Nestled within Hostal Santa Gemma, breakfast is a highlight frequently praised by guests. Descriptions such as delicious, hearty and complete consistently appear, pointing to a satisfying start to the day. With freshly squeezed orange juice, croissants, toast, cheese and sausage often mentioned, the breakfast offerings are not only diverse but also well-prepared and fresh. An affordable 6 euros per person grants access to a breakfast that many found to be excellent in value for money with several noting its abundance and variety.

The setting also adds to the experience with some guests enjoying their meals on a balcony with views or in a pleasant courtyard. The staff during breakfast receive high commendations for their friendliness and helpfulness, enhancing the overall dining experience. While some reviews mentioned the absence of hot food and limited options, especially in the context of a continental breakfast, the consensus leans heavily towards positive with ample praise for specific items like fresh juice and tortilla sandwiches.

Simple, yet carefully prepared, breakfast at Hostal Santa Gemma is both satisfying and budget-friendly, making it a worthy addition to a stay at this charming hostel.

Rooms
Hostal Santa Gemma offers a range of clean, spacious rooms that guests have found both functional and comfortable. The establishment is appreciated for its cleanliness with rooms being tidied daily and fresh towels provided regularly. Many guests highlighted the comfort of the beds and the ample space available, making it a good value for the price.

The accommodations are simple and modestly equipped, but they manage to charm with small marine-themed decorations and vintage touches. Several rooms come with balconies or terraces, often providing pleasant views of the sea. This added element of personal outdoor space was frequently mentioned as a positive aspect, along with the brightness and quietness of the rooms.

Functional facilities are available, including well-equipped apartments, although some furnishings and decor might feel outdated to some visitors. The presence of air conditioning in certain rooms is an added bonus, ensuring comfort during warmer periods. Noise from outside is minimal, thanks to the thick, soundproof brick walls.

While most reviews emphasize the well-maintained condition of the rooms, there were occasional mentions of minor inconveniences like outdated decor, the absence of refrigerators and some smoke smells. However, the overall sentiment leans heavily towards satisfaction with the cleanliness, simplicity and comfort provided by the hostel. Guests also note that it’s easy to find and conveniently located near beaches, restaurants and the town center.

In summary, Hostal Santa Gemma serves as a cozy, clean and comfortable option for travelers seeking straightforward accommodations with the added pleasure of beautiful sea views and personal balconies.

Beds
Hostal Santa Gemma generally receives high praise for its beds. Many guests highlight the spectacularly comfortable and large beds, describing them as very comfortable with silky, clean bed linen. The bedding often receives commendations for its freshness and quality, adding to the overall comfort of the stay. Rooms are noted to be clean and reflect their online photos accurately with some offering wonderful views of the Mediterranean.

However, there are occasional mentions of beds being less comfortable with some guests noting the need for new mattresses or feeling the springs. Despite these few remarks, the overwhelming consensus leans towards comfort and cleanliness, making it a reliable choice for those prioritizing a good night's sleep.

Cleanliness
Hostal Santa Gemma consistently impresses guests with its immaculate cleanliness. Reviewers highlight that everything, from rooms to communal areas, is maintained to a high standard. Rooms and apartments are frequently described as spacious and spotless with fresh bedding and daily cleaning services ensuring a comfortable stay. Many guests appreciate the well-maintained charm of the hostel, which, despite its 70s origins, has been thoughtfully renovated. Overall, the emphasis on cleanliness and tidiness contributes to a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere, making Hostal Santa Gemma a reliable choice for travelers seeking a neat and orderly accommodation.

Staff
Hostal Santa Gemma stands out primarily for its remarkable staff, who consistently make guests feel welcome and valued. Visitors frequently comment on the friendliness and politeness of the staff, noting their warm and accommodating nature. The staff provide prompt and efficient service, always willing to help in any way they can and seem genuinely caring about the comfort and happiness of their guests.

The atmosphere at Hostal Santa Gemma feels familial with staff members often being described as kind, attentive and possessing a cheerful disposition. Many reviews highlight how the team, including the receptionists, greet everyone with a smile and their pleasant demeanor creates a relaxing and enjoyable environment. The dedication of the staff to their roles is evident as they offer attentive service, are competent in their duties and respond immediately to guest needs, making the overall experience smooth and pleasant.

Guests appreciate the excellent treatment and phenomenal customer service, often noting the staff's personal touch, which makes them feel as if they were at home. The service is described as perfect and the treatment unbeatable with the hardworking team — including Xavi, the owner — receiving high praise for their efforts to ensure a memorable stay. The kindness and helpfulness of the staff are consistently top-notch, contributing significantly to the hostel's charm and highly recommended reputation.

Wi-Fi
Hostal Santa Gemma is known for its super friendly and welcoming staff, which adds to its charm. Guests appreciated the very good and fast wifi available throughout the property, including in the rooms. Visitors noted that the free wifi connection was generally reliable. However, a few reviews mentioned variability in the wifi service with some reporting poor connectivity or no wifi in their rooms. Despite these occasional issues, the positive experiences with the wifi highlight more often than not an overall satisfying stay in terms of internet accessibility.

Pool
Hostal Santa Gemma offers a charming and tranquil pool area that guests have found clean and well-maintained. Despite its modest size, the pool has been described as lovely and very pleasant, providing a peaceful retreat with sun loungers for relaxation. It seems to be particularly appreciated on hot days and has been noted for its usability even during the cooler evening hours. The pool area is quiet and serene, contributing to the overall calm ambiance of the hotel’s garden, which is also home to little birds.

Guests have highlighted that the pool, though not very large, is adequate for the premises and adds to the overall appeal of the hostal, making it a relaxing feature amidst the enclosed space behind the house. The availability of a garden and parking space further enhances the convenience and charm of the pool area. While a few guests mentioned the pool was not open during their stay despite advertisements, the majority praised the outdoor pool for its beauty and the peaceful environment it helps create.

Parking
Hostal Santa Gemma offers commendable parking facilities that cater efficiently to guests' needs. Highlighting the most positive feedback, the hostal provides free parking options, which many guests appreciated as a significant convenience. There are multiple mentions of ample and secure parking with spaces available in front of the hotel and in a private lot. Some reviews noted the convenience of parking right below the rooms and easy access to parking next to the establishment.

The availability of free parking is repeatedly praised and guests also mentioned specific parking features such as a garage, courtyard parking and private spots, adding to the sense of security and ease. Additional remarks include the well-maintained and very clean state of the parking area.

While a few guests pointed out that the parking area could feel a bit small, the general sentiment remains positive, emphasizing the ample parking available in a large lot and the overall good parking options provided by the hostal.

In summary, the majority of reviews reflect satisfaction with the parking facilities at Hostal Santa Gemma, accentuating the free, secure and easily accessible nature of the parking spaces provided.

Outdoor Pool
The outdoor pool at Hostal Santa Gemma receives high praise from guests, noted as both very nice and beautiful. Despite its relatively small size, it is highlighted as clean and well-maintained. Visitors appreciate the private and usable nature of the pool, which is situated in a nicely framed garden with loungers, enhancing relaxation. Offering very good value for its price, the pool is a positive feature of the hostal. However, there was an instance where the pool was not open despite being advertised, a detail to be mindful of when planning a visit. Overall, the pool is a well-regarded and pleasant addition to the hostal experience.

Dog Friendly
Hostal Santa Gemma stands out as a top choice for travelers accompanied by their furry friends. This dog-friendly hotel fully welcomes pets without any additional costs or weight restrictions, making it a hassle-free experience for pet owners. Both dogs and their owners will appreciate the pet-friendly atmosphere and proximity to a dog-friendly beach and small field, perfect for walks and outdoor activities.

Guests frequently note that their dogs were treated like kings with the pets feeling at home throughout their stay. The hostel staff's excellent treatment of both two-legged and four-legged guests adds to the welcoming vibe. If traveling with a dog, this place is ideal as pets face no issues here and are even allowed at no extra charge.


Yes, Hostal Santa Gemma has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Hostal Santa Gemma.

Yes, Hostal Santa Gemma welcomes dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Hostal Santa Gemma.

No, Hostal Santa Gemma doesn't have a gym.

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