Café
La Fleca de Corca
Enjoy fresh bread and pastries at this local bakery cafe.
1.9 km from hotel
Arcs De Monells
Rated 9.4 in 173 reviews. Boutique hotel.
Review analysis updated
★★★★
This hotel is well-suited for travelers seeking a peaceful retreat with a strong sense of place, offering a blend of historic charm and modern comfort, with easy access to a picturesque village.
Arcs De Monells offers a tranquil escape in a beautifully preserved historic building within a charming medieval village. Guests consistently praise the quiet atmosphere, the warm and attentive service from the owners, and the comfortable, modern rooms. It provides a setting conducive to relaxation and unhurried exploration of the local area.
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Recommended Nearby
A guide to great places near Arcs De Monells
Restaurant
Monki
Monki is a restaurant serving diverse dishes in a casual setting.
15 m from hotel
Village
Monells
Monells is a small, historic village with a population of 175.
126 m from hotel
Culture
Pou de glac del bosc de Puntui
Discover the remains of an ancient ice house in the Puntuí forest.
811 m from hotel
Restaurant
el Roura Blanch
Restaurant with outdoor seating serving Mediterranean cuisine.
156 m from hotel
Restaurant
Ca l'Arcadi
Ca l'Arcadi is a restaurant with a bar and outdoor seating.
157 m from hotel
Restaurant
La Bobila
La Bóbila is a restaurant with a website.
1.9 km from hotel
What this place is
Twelve dimensions of rest, read from 173 reviews.
Slow pace
Where time stands still
9.0exceptional
The atmosphere is consistently described as calm, peaceful, and relaxing, ideal for unwinding.
“Un endroit calme pour se reposer.”
“great location for a calm weekend.”
“Peaceful, relaxing, clean, great breakfast and lovely staff”
Private outdoor space
Terrace, balcony, or garden per room
7.0strong
One review explicitly mentions private terrace areas for rooms, suggesting this is a feature of the hotel.
“Rooms are very comfortable and modern with doors opening onto a private terrace area where you can relax with a beer.”
Water access
Sea, lake, dock, or pool view
7.0strong
The hotel features a pool, which guests appreciate for daily swimming and relaxation.
“Beautiful loved the cypress trees and being able to swim each day. The birds, wonderful”
“Wonderful breakfast, pool and on site restaurant.”
Village within reach
Walkable small town or harbour
8.0very strong
The hotel is well-situated within easy walking distance of the charming medieval village of Monells, offering access to restaurants and a historic atmosphere.
“Està molt ben situat, molt centric”
“A few minutes walk from the medieval square with great restaurants, it feels like a place from another time in the best way.”
“Monells is beautiful making it a fabulous base.”
Quiet
Ambient noise level
9.0exceptional
Guests consistently highlight the quietness of both the hotel and its surroundings, contributing to a restful stay.
“Quiet location”
“quiet.”
“La tranquilidad del entorno y del hotel, la decoración y diseño de este, el desayuno y, sobre todo, el trato de todo su personal, siempre con una sonrisa en la cara.”
Privacy
Walls, separation, solitude
5.0mixed
One guest noted a lack of privacy due to an open-plan shower design, which might be a concern for some.
“Nos vamos acostumbrando, pero ya tenemos una edad y aún nos cuesta este concepto tan de moda de ducha a la vista, sin una puerta o algo que dé más intimidad. Pero al final le vas cogiendo el aire 😃”
Nature immersion
Surroundings and outdoor stillness
7.0strong
The hotel is situated in a natural setting, with mentions of cypress trees and birds, contributing to a sense of immersion.
“Great location in nature”
“Beautiful loved the cypress trees and being able to swim each day. The birds, wonderful”
Bed comfort
Mattress, pillows, sleep quality
7.0strong
Rooms are described as comfortable and modern, with one guest specifically mentioning a 'gigantic bed'.
“Une chambre moderne avec un lit gigantesque.”
“La habitación es espectacular, muy cómoda y original , el personal súper amable, el desayuno muy bueno y equilibrado.”
“Rooms are very comfortable and modern with doors opening onto a private terrace area where you can relax with a beer.”
Service warmth
Family-run, personal care
9.0exceptional
The staff and owners are consistently praised for their warmth, attentiveness, and ability to make guests feel at home, indicating a passionate, family-run approach.
“Todo el personal de l’hotel molt simpatic i atents, et fan sentir com a casa. Se’ns dubte hi tornarem!”
“Des propriétaires accueillants et un hôtel tenu avec passion.”
“We had the most wonderful stay at Joseph and Sandra’s hotel. The warm welcome at the start was carried through our stay.”
Food on site
Simple, good, unhurried
6.0good
Breakfast is consistently praised, but the hotel's restaurant receives mixed reviews, with one guest finding the food 'awful' and others disappointed by its unexpected closure.
“Excellent breakfast”
“The restaurant, I am afraid the food was pretty awful, Spanish food with fresh Spanish dishes would have been much better”
“We had looked forward to eating in the hotel restaurant, but it was closed on the evening we stayed. The hosts were apologetic and made us (& some other guests) a very nice salad, but it would have been nice to know beforehand about the restaurant, as that was one of the reasons we booked this hotel.”
Why we chose this stay · Tier B
This hotel clearly meets several calmcation criteria, including a slow pace, village access, and warm service. While it has a pool and some rooms with private terraces, the overall offering is good but not category-defining enough for Tier A.
Before you book
Practical guidance from Arcs De Monells 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 praise the rooms for being modern, comfortable, and spectacular, with some featuring gigantic beds and private terraces.
Bathroom
Size, fixtures, common issues
Some guests found the shower setup uncomfortable or lacking privacy, with one mentioning difficulty showering due to the bathtub and faucet.
What to expect / request
- Be aware of open-concept showers that may lack privacy
- Inquire about shower configurations if a traditional setup is preferred
Breakfast
Type, timing, what to expect
The breakfast is consistently praised as excellent, very good, and complete, with a buffet offering plenty of fresh ingredients.
Practical notes
- Expect an excellent buffet breakfast with fresh ingredients
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In guests' own words
Verified Booking.com reviews, unedited.
“El lloc es precios, les habitacions molt maques i còmodes. L’edifici on es troba l’hotel esta ple d’història i molt ben conservat. Tot el personal de l’hotel molt simpatic i atents, et fan sentir com a casa. Se’ns dubte hi tornarem!”
“Un endroit calme pour se reposer. Des propriétaires accueillants et un hôtel tenu avec passion. Une chambre moderne avec un lit gigantesque.”
“La habitación es espectacular, muy cómoda y original , el personal súper amable, el desayuno muy bueno y equilibrado. El hotel está muy bien equipado y las instalaciones son excelentes, la decoración es estupenda, súper recomendable”
“Quiet location Excellent breakfast Attentive staff”
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Arcs De Monells
Monells, Spain
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