The beauty of Roses, a coastal town on the Costa Brava in northeastern Spain with a scenic natural harbour, has been appreciated since as far back as the fifth century BCE when Ancient Greeks first settled here. Today, the area is home to plenty of historic monuments as well as established parks that showcase the region's natural splendour.
Among Roses' most popular attractions is the Ciutadella de Roses, a massive fortress that protected the city and its Greek, Roman and Visigothic ruins from pirates. The 16th-century Castell de la Trinitat is another historic military fortification whose hilltop position affords sweeping views of the bay. For even more history, check out Roses' numerous megalithic sites including La Creu d'en Cobertella – a prehistoric burial monument dating back to approximately 3000 BCE.
One of the best ways to take in the natural surroundings is on a hike from Roses through the Natural Park of Cap de Creus. The park's best trails trace the coastline and get close enough to the water for you to take a swim. At Cabo de Creus National Park, you can see where the Pyrenees meet the Mediterranean as well as beaches that inspired works by artist Salvador Dalí.
While exploring Roses, you're always within sight of the water. The town's restaurant-lined promenade is ideal for daily strolls and link the town's two ports. Nearby, you'll find La Punta, one of Roses' main beaches. The sands are well-equipped with loungers, facilities and pop-up stands selling cold treats.
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| Most popular time to visit | October–December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
| Local currency | € 10 = £8.51 |
| Language | Spanish |
| Average weekend price | £89 per night |
| Average weekday price | £90 per night |
| Typical stay | 3 nights |
Ciutadella Roses
0.3 miles from city centre
The town of Roses is walkable with lots of cafes,...
19 May 2024
The town of Roses is walkable with lots of cafes, restaurants, and shops. The locals are very nice. They seemed to like it when we spoke some Spanish with them (but it wasn't necessary). Nice grocery stores, as well.
Plenty of places to eat .
12 November 2023
Plenty of places to eat ...lots of lovely bars,nice shops....very tidy and well kept promenade....free parking if you look for it...just a great beach ...ideal for families,couples or friends...definitely stay here again...
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13 August 2023
+1 for - Santa Margarida location and beach (sand, sea, attractions...). Find hotel located in Santa Margarida area as the beach is the best - 1h trip with mini train (Roses express) around the Roses (sea view from above Roses) - very good accomodation and dinner food served at Goya Park hotel - try chicken grilled at El Rey Del Pollo (take away) - start and end your sejour during the week to avoid traffic congestions on Sat or Sun
We stayed in Canyelles, a small town next to roses.
2 August 2023
We stayed in Canyelles, a small town next to roses. A little bit more intimate than roses, although if you want to really go out roses is right there. A lot (to much) of roundabouts on the way to firgueras, but apart from that easy to reach.
Was a great penthouse apartment all matched the photos and...
30 July 2023
Was a great penthouse apartment all matched the photos and more great location ten minutes supermarket 15 minutes lovely beach. Two great boat hire jet ski rental companies nearby. Was a perfect apartment location very clean well looked after. Definitely go back 💯💯👍
Wide variety of dining places, but a lot serving the same...
24 July 2023
Wide variety of dining places, but a lot serving the same stuff. Had a great meal in TXots and El cellar can roca( not in Roses). Nice to be able to sit and dine in the beach too , in town. Was very busy day and night, and lots of places you have to pay for parking . Was a much larger resort than I anticipated.
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