Holidays in Roses Self catering holidays in Roses, Costa Brava
Roses sits at the northern end of one of the most scenic bays in the world - the Bay of Roses - and joins the elite club of world bays such as Ha Long Bay in Vietnam, that is recognised as such by UNESCO.
Roses has some of the best beaches on the Costa Brava, a bustling marina and lively nightlife with a large selection of cafes, bars and restaurants. The local specialty is called suquet which is a simple dish of freshly caught fish boiled with potatoes - the restaurants challenge each other to see who makes the best dish!
For watersports enthusiasts, you can choose from a full menu of activities from diving and water-skiing to taking a kayak or boat along the coast and explore the many hidden coves.
| At a glance... | |
|---|---|
| Restaurants | 40+ |
| Beaches | ✔ |
| Marina | ✔ |
| Car recommended | ✔ |
| Water parks | ✔ |
| Nearest airport | Girona (53km) |
| Nearest train station | Figueres (17km) |
Featured holiday villas in Roses
The Bay of Roses is a very popular summer holiday destination and Roses in particular, gets swamped with tourists in July and August. A popular residential area is Santa Margarida where you'll find a large marina with over 16km of canals. The holiday rental accommodation in and around Roses is plentiful with many villas and apartments, most with pools and some with spectacular views of the lovely beaches.
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Things to see and do in Roses
Roses and the surrounding area is full of interesting towns, historic cities and countryside to explore. Here are a few suggestions....
- Away from the beach, walking in Cap de Creus and Aiguamolls de l´Empordá National parks above Roses is very popular
- Visit the ruins of the Trinitat castle
- Canyelles Petites beach is 3 kilometers from the center of Roses and has golden sand and crystal-clear shallow water which is perfect for families
- A visit to the Costa Brava is not complete without visiting the museum of the famous artist - Salvador Dali
Our view on holidays in Roses
Roses is a superb family holiday resort set within one of the most beautiful bays in the world. Great beaches, lots of activities and a lively night life make for a great holiday on this rugged yet idyllic coast of Costa Brava.
