Café
la Croissanteria
This cafe serves pastries and drinks daily from morning to late night.
218 m from hotel
Hotel Mas Pastora
Rated 9.4 in 515 reviews. Boutique hotel.
Review analysis updated
This hotel is an excellent fit for Calmcations, particularly for those seeking a peaceful retreat with easy access to both the sea and a local village, where the focus is on quiet relaxation and good food.
Hotel Mas Pastora presents as a serene and private oasis, offering a tranquil escape just moments from the beach and a charming village. Its beautiful grounds, quiet pool, and attentive staff cultivate an atmosphere conducive to relaxation and unhurried days. The hotel's farmhouse origins add a touch of character, contributing to its overall peaceful and intimate feel.
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Recommended Nearby
A guide to great places near Hotel Mas Pastora
Restaurant
El Toc
El Toc is a restaurant serving local dishes in a relaxed atmosphere.
200 m from hotel
Beach
Platja de Llafranc
Sandy beach with calm waters, perfect for relaxing by the sea.
318 m from hotel
Harbour
Port de Llafranc
A pleasant harbour with boats, perfect for a coastal stroll.
393 m from hotel
Viewpoint
Mirador de Joaquim Turro i Rosello
A scenic viewpoint offering panoramic coastal and city vistas.
521 m from hotel
Village
Llafranc
174 m from hotel
Culture
Discoteca Xque
Historic ruins in Palafrugell, a place of cultural interest.
1.9 km from hotel
Beach
Cala del Cau
A secluded pebble beach with clear waters, ideal for a peaceful escape.
935 m from hotel
What this place is
Twelve dimensions of rest, read from 515 reviews.
Slow pace
Where time stands still
9.0exceptional
The atmosphere is consistently described as quiet, relaxing, peaceful, and serene, contributing to a slow and unhurried experience. Reviewers frequently use terms like 'oasis' and 'sleepy town' to convey this sense of calm.
“Quiet, relaxing, nature, location, service all are excellent!”
“Peaceful oasis near the town centre and beach. Excellent breakfast in beautiful old building. Charming grounds.”
“Peaceful hotel in a sleepy town.”
Private outdoor space
Terrace, balcony, or garden per room
7.0strong
The hotel's exterior and grounds are frequently praised as perfect, stunning, and an oasis. Rooms are noted to overlook the garden and pool area, suggesting a pleasant outdoor aspect.
“The exterior perfect…..what more can I add?”
“The grounds are stunning and feel like an oasis, yet just a few minutes from the beach.”
“All the rooms overlook the garden/pool area.”
Water access
Sea, lake, dock, or pool view
8.0very strong
The hotel offers a clean and quiet pool area with sun loungers, and is located just a few minutes' walk from the beach, providing both on-site and natural water access.
“The grounds are stunning and feel like an oasis, yet just a few minutes from the beach.”
“Tranquil setting, close to the beach.”
“Clean, refreshing and quiet pool. Plenty of sun loungers.”
Village within reach
Walkable small town or harbour
8.0very strong
The hotel is noted for its excellent location, being just a few minutes' walk from the beach and town centre, offering easy access to amenities while maintaining a sense of intimacy and peace.
“Big property with intimacy from the rest of the city but still a few steps from anything”
“The grounds are stunning and feel like an oasis, yet just a few minutes from the beach.”
“Peaceful oasis near the town centre and beach.”
Quiet
Ambient noise level
8.0very strong
The hotel is consistently described as quiet, peaceful, and serene, with its location away from the immediate beachfront contributing to a lack of noise. The pool area is also noted for its quietness.
“Location was excellent - 3 pleasant blocks from sea - more than close enough - but not exposed to any noise”
“Quiet, relaxing, nature, location, service all are excellent!”
“Clean, refreshing and quiet pool. Plenty of sun loungers.”
Privacy
Walls, separation, solitude
8.0very strong
The hotel is praised for its sense of privacy and intimacy, despite being close to the town. Its large property contributes to this secluded feel.
“Big property with intimacy from the rest of the city but still a few steps from anything”
“Privacy”
“Perfect location and very quiet and private”
Nature immersion
Surroundings and outdoor stillness
8.0very strong
The hotel's grounds are consistently described as a stunning, rustic green oasis, providing a strong sense of nature immersion. Reviewers highlight the 'fairy tale' feel and the presence of birds chirping.
“Oasis in costa brava, absolutely stunning property that feels like a fairy tale.”
“The grounds are stunning and feel like an oasis, yet just a few minutes from the beach.”
“Rustic green area at 5 min walk from the sea.”
Bed comfort
Mattress, pillows, sleep quality
6.0good
Reviews offer mixed opinions on bed comfort, with one guest praising a 'comfortable bed and nice linens' while another found the bed 'a little hard'.
“Comfortable bed and nice linens.”
“The bed was a little hard”
Service warmth
Family-run, personal care
9.0exceptional
The staff are consistently highlighted as superb, incredibly friendly, helpful, welcoming, and attentive, with specific mentions of individuals like Carla, Clara, and Robert for making stays perfect.
“The team, lead by Carla, is superb.”
“Staff incredibly friendly and helpful when checking in.”
“The staff were so welcoming and friendly. Clara and Robert made sure our stay was perfect in every way.”
Food on site
Simple, good, unhurried
8.0very strong
The breakfast is consistently praised as excellent, incredible, and amazing, with an emphasis on fresh, traditional options including fruit, vegetables, and freshly made eggs.
“Breakfast excellent, the exterior perfect…..what more can I add?”
“The breakfast was incredible — we especially enjoyed the fresh fruit and vegetables, freshly made eggs and potato dish.”
“Amazing and fresh traditional breakfast with plenty of choice.”
Best rooms to request
Specific rooms or orientations praised
5.0mixed
While all rooms reportedly overlook the garden/pool, some guests noted limited views from balconies and a lack of character in room design. There is no specific advice on which rooms are preferable.
“All the rooms overlook the garden/pool area.”
“Limited view from balcony.”
“The room design lacks character.”
Things to know
Warnings and unexpected charges
4.0weak
Guests were asked to pay 17 euros per day for parking, which some found to be a negative point, especially when the parking lot appeared empty. However, staff did offer alternatives for free street parking.
“Also asked to pay 17 euros a day for the parking, although the parking was also empty.”
“Parking onsite was 17 euros per day, but the receptionist advised me where to find free street parking just a few minutes away.”
Why we chose this stay · Tier B
Hotel Mas Pastora clearly meets the core calmcation requirements with its strong emphasis on a slow, peaceful atmosphere, excellent water access (pool and nearby beach), and proximity to a charming village. While it excels in many areas, it doesn't quite reach Tier A as it lacks the truly unique, category-defining architectural or experiential elements of an Il Pellicano or ANEMI.
Before you book
Practical guidance from Hotel Mas Pastora reviews.
Which room category to choose, what to mention in special requests, and what to verify at check-in — extracted from real guest reviews.
Best room types to book
Which room category to choose on Booking
Guests consistently praise the rooms for being well-decorated, cozy, and comfortable, often highlighting thoughtful touches and views overlooking the garden and pool.
Bathroom
Size, fixtures, common issues
The bathrooms are described as clean and smart, aligning with the overall positive impression of the rooms.
Breakfast
Type, timing, what to expect
The breakfast receives consistent high praise for being excellent, incredible, and amazing, with fresh options including fruit, vegetables, freshly made eggs, and a good variety.
Practical notes
- Expect a fresh and varied breakfast buffet
- Look forward to freshly made eggs and potato dishes
Check-in
Friction at arrival, deposits, late arrivals
Guests consistently report a smooth and welcoming check-in experience, highlighting the friendly and helpful staff at reception.
Practical notes
- Expect a friendly and helpful reception upon arrival
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In guests' own words
Verified Booking.com reviews, unedited.
“The hotel is just sublime. The rooms are well decorated and thoughtfully arranged. The team, lead by Carla, is superb. Breakfast excellent, the exterior perfect…..what more can I add?”
“Big property with intimacy from the rest of the city but still a few steps from anything”
“The property was amazing! Staff incredibly friendly and helpful when checking in. We had a fabulous stay, only wish we had more time there!”
“Our host at reception was fantastic”
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Hotel Mas Pastora
Llafranc, Spain
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