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Historic castle is low-key yet elegant and near Girona / Costa Brava beaches

This authentic 10th-century castle offers a genuine local experience, exploring Costa Brava's hidden coves and regional culture through host insights.

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Travelers enjoy a private castle experience at Castel Celra in Costa Brava's green hills. The elegant property features a private pool with bar, lounge area, and a well-stocked kitchen. Relax on the large terrace or visit nearby Girona's medieval walled city.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

About the area

Map
celra, Catalonia

What's nearby

  • Girona Visitor Center - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Auditorium Jardins del Castell - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Golf Girona - 11 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Espai Girona Shopping Center - 12 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Walls of Girona - 12 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • Celrà Station - 5 min walk
  • Girona (GRO-Costa Brava) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Fàbrica - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪La Nau - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ca L’alex - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cal Flequer - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mas Les Goges - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Historic castle is low-key yet elegant and near Girona / Costa Brava beaches

Family-friendly castle by the sea
Consider a stay at Historic castle is low-key yet elegant and near Girona / Costa Brava beaches and take advantage of golfing on-site, a water park and a garden. Adventurous travellers may like the kayaking, cycling and boating at this castle. In addition to a playground and an arcade/games room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Tennis courts, a bike on-site and books
  • Barbecues, water sports equipment and concierge services
  • Beach towels, a video library and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guest rooms at Historic castle is low-key yet elegant and near Girona / Costa Brava beaches have comforts, such as private pools and fireplaces, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables.
Extra amenities include:
  • Highchairs, children's dinnerware and travel cots
  • 7 bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • Smart TVs with DVD players
  • Private fenced gardens, outdoor lighting and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Books
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Stereo
  • Tennis
  • Video library
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Note from host: The castle is a non-smoking property
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 7 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Private pool
  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Fireplace
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

COVID-19 CANCELLATION: please read our COVID-19 Cancellation Policy document for details on full refund requirements + circumstances.
Self-catering property: your group is responsible for garbage removal, bottle recycling, dish washing + laundry. Housekeeping available: extra fee.
Groups with 6 or more children 16 years of age and under pay an additional 150€ non-refundable deposit for required extra housekeeping.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children love the castle and all ages are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Prior approval required at time of booking

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The castle is a non-smoking property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 21
Note from host: Prior approval required at time of booking
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number HUTG-025486

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic castle is low-key yet elegant and near Girona / Costa Brava beaches have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Historic castle is low-key yet elegant and near Girona / Costa Brava beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic castle is low-key yet elegant and near Girona / Costa Brava beaches ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic castle is low-key yet elegant and near Girona / Costa Brava beaches ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic castle is low-key yet elegant and near Girona / Costa Brava beaches ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic castle is low-key yet elegant and near Girona / Costa Brava beaches located?

This family-friendly Celra castle is located by the sea, 2 mi (3.2 km) from Sant Miquel Castle, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Park de la Devesa and Onyar River. Golf Girona and DOR Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km). Celrà Station is 5 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Historic castle is low-key yet elegant and near Girona / Costa Brava beaches Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shaun B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our castle for a week! Served a bunch of cyclists as a home base for the many great rides in the Girona region. Comfortable beds, and nice pool with so many different outdoor spaces and rooms to hang out.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jo C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous property but needs a bit of love
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely family escape

Beautiful place to stay, we felt very lucky to have the opportunity. Pool area is great and so much inside the castle we didn’t get a chance to use all the rooms! Great view from the roof. Really helpful owner and the concierge Roser was brilliant
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great week with a large group of friends

We loved our time at Castel Del Celra. A real treat to live in such a fascinating building for a week, soaking up the local vibes. Everything was set up beautifully for us, and the castle was a great place to return to after a day's adventures.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Will P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Reunion

The castle was a great backdrop to our reunion
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Could have stayed another week

Beautiful place with excellent service! Don’t hesitate to book this one. Take advantage of the wonderful concierge and chef services too!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

The Castle

Amazing facility. There were some electrical issues, but we had a blast.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible!

Everything was amazing!! Lara is the best!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Stephen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a magical time here, with the most amazing games of hide and seek—such a unique house for it! The property is full of original features and historic charm, incredibly clean, and very well managed. The views from the tower are breathtaking, and the outdoor dining areas with a gas BBQ made evenings really special. The kitchen is a little tired but functional and well equipped, though there are no basics like salt or oil—so a welcome pack would be a nice touch. Bedrooms were exceptionally hot, making restful sleep tricky even with shutters closed. The pool was out of action for two days and never fully cleared during our stay, which was disappointing. That said, it’s still an incredible, relaxing place with plenty of space, great access to local shops, and easy access to Girona.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Place, Wonderful Stay

A wonderful castle so full of character and history, beautifully modernized, without losing the magical charm. We loved the indoor/outdoor portions, the views from the tower, the library, and the thick walls kept the interior cool and comfortable even during a heat wave. The patio and grounds were beautiful. We enjoyed an excellent meal with chef Xavier, and appreciated the help from Lara and Andrea. Lots to see and do within 30 minutes or less, including walking the beautiful streets and trails of Celra. We look forward to returning someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A castle experience

We were 4 couples who wanted to spend a week in Spain together and rented this Castle. It's 10th century and fulfills all the requirements for a castle, thick walls, a lovely wine cave, a tower with beautiful views, lots of cozy nooks and corners, and also the occasional creaking water faucets, exploding light bulbs and it's very own ghost Hugh! Overall a lovely experience! And the host Lara worked hard to make sure we were all happy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anthony N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous 60th birthday celebration

It was a privilege to stay and spend a week in this 11th century castle in the beautiful Girona countryside. We had a magical stay celebrating a 60th birthday with close friends. In addition to the amazing ambience created by the historic castle we took up the option, coordinated by the ever helpful Rozer, of having Xavier prepare a delicious meal (twice) and also a flamenco performance, which blew us away with amazing dancers, a singer and Pedro’s virtuoso performance on the guitar. It made for an unforgettable experience and celebration. The castle is perfectly located for day trips to the Costa Brava and other sightseeing options such as Girona and Dali experiences…..or just sitting by the pool! We couldn’t have been happier with our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful castle and we’d stay again in a heartbeat but only out of season. The heat was stifling and it was almost impossible to sleep at night with small windows, many of which did not have mosquito nets and only fans to recirculate hot air - I have never come back from a two week holiday as tired - some form of air conditioning is a must here. The previous reviews said as long as windows/shutters were kept closed the rooms would stay cool. We were hyper vigilant about this but the second floor bedrooms (of which there are 5) were bordering on impossible to sleep in. The housekeeper who lives on site was lovely and very discreet and extremely efficient. Some of the castle - such as the kitchen - could do with updating and a few extra very small touches such as a proper ironing board and enough pegs to be able to hang out a full load of washing. Also a few extra sun beds around the pool would have been good. Out of mid summer I would say this is a truly amazing place to stay, in mid summer heat however it is just too hot.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

shelley h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Magical Castle

The castle was full of history and local charm. Specious living areas and we spent mornings and evening on the front patio enjoying the ambiance with cafe and cocktails. The top of the tower is the perfect spot for sunset and stargazing. Internet at the castle and in Celra is spotty and slow, so print out your plans for the week or you’ll be frustrated. We were there when it was unusually hot. Make sure to close all the windows and doors, outside and inside right after coffee to hold the cool air in and you’ll be glad you did. The train to Girona/Barcelona from Celra is super convenient. Lara, the property Mgr, has incredible ideas, suggestions and connections! Make sure to ask her for advice and let her help you plan your week early. Her reservations for us were perfectly selected. Especially, Chef Xevi was a highlight, we will all remember our group cooking night as one of the delightful evenings of our stay in Spain.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

a r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Celra

Absolutely magical! Words and pictures can not come close to describing how amazing this property is.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019