Hostal Adarnius, central in La Bisbal but with reservations
Hostal Adarnius is a simple one-star guesthouse in the centre of La Bisbal d'Empordà, in Girona, with a bar and restaurant. Guests appreciate the location, the friendly service and the home cooking, but its Google rating is low because of the state of the rooms. It suits a basic stay if you go in forewarned.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where Hostal Adarnius is and how to get there
Hostal Adarnius is on the Avenida de les Voltes, in the heart of La Bisbal d'Empordà, in the province of Girona. One guest places it next to the Arcos, an area of architectural interest that is pleasant to stroll through. The most convenient thing about the location is that you can leave the car and walk.
The listing presents it as a base for the Costa Brava and for cultural visits in the province. According to those details, the Dalí Museum is 41 km away and Girona-Costa Brava airport 45 km, so a car is useful to get around.
What the rooms and the hostal are like
It is a one-star hostal, and that shows in the setup. The rooms, according to the listing, have a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a wardrobe, and there is free wifi. One guest mentions a lift right as you walk in.
- Bar and restaurant. They serve traditional cooking with local produce, with a set lunch menu and à la carte, according to one review.
- Pets. One guest says they accept dogs and are friendly to them.
- The rooms. This is the problem, because opinions split between those who find them fine and those who see them as very worn.
What guests say about Hostal Adarnius
The Google rating is 2.9 from 120 reviews, and the reviews run from one extreme to the other. The good things come up less often, but they are consistent. Several people praise the friendly service of the owner, the central location and the home cooking, with tapas and traditional dishes. One review calls it excellent, and another says the bravas and the cuttlefish are worth trying.
One guest writes that, despite the bad reviews beforehand, their experience was positive and the bed was comfortable. Another sums it up as a small, family-run hotel, clean and fairly priced for what it offers.
What to know before booking
Here are the drawbacks, and they matter. The most recent negative reviews describe very aged rooms, with mattresses that have springs, old uneven floors, cracks in the walls and ceiling, a bathroom with a curtain instead of a door and sockets that feel unsafe. Two of them consider the price too high for what you get, and one adds that the cleaning was poor.
Another complaint is about service. One diner describes an endless wait in the restaurant with few people there, and a guest says staff only appear at check-in. Check this against those who talk about attentive service, because experiences are very different.
| What people like | What is criticised |
|---|---|
| Location in the centre, next to the Arcos | Worn rooms, according to several |
| Home cooking and the owner's friendly manner | Long waits in the restaurant |
| Dogs accepted and a lift | High price for what it offers, according to some |
Who it is for and who it is not for
Going by these details, I would only choose it for a short stop, if you value being in the centre and eating home-style food, and if your standard for a room is low. Anyone travelling with a dog may also want to take that into account.
I would not recommend it if you want careful rest, a modern room or good value for money without doubts. If you are unsure, read the most recent reviews before deciding, and ask about the condition of the room you are given.
What to see and do in La Bisbal d'Empordà
The closest things are the Arcos and their surroundings, a pretty place to walk. One guest recalls that the weekly market is right next to the hostal, a good moment to see the town come alive. The rest of the Empordà and the Costa Brava are a short drive away.
If you want to compare other places in Catalonia, have a look at Rural Sant Llop in Tordera, Hostal La Placeta in Arbeca or Hostal Rita Belvedere in Puigcerdà. For those I can only give you the name and the town.
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