Hotel Nord 1901, Girona

Pro

• You'll enjoy an excellent location just a quick 2-minute walk across the river and into Girona's Jewish Quarter and Old Town.
• Rooms and suites are simple but newly renovated, and some offer private balconies or terraces. 
• The hotel's terrace is a perk, featuring an outdoor pool, sun deck, and garden.
• You can relax on the terrace and order a drink or snack from the hotel's bar, which is open 24/7.

Cons

• You can also book self-catering apartments through the hotel, but they don't have an online booking system for those, so you must call to make arrangements.

Authenticity

Hotel Nord 1901 has been owned by the same Girona family for over 120 years, taking its name from the date it was bought by Dr. Josep Maria Massa. Today, the family home is now a small hotel, run by Josep's grandson Luís. The latest 2019 renovation enlarged rooms and added a restaurant, and while the interiors are thoroughly contemporary, there are still shades of the building's original charm and character in the high ceilings, tile floors, arched doorways, and iron balconies. Beyond the warm family-style service and comfortable rooms, a real perk here is the courtyard garden—complete with a small pool.

Location

The hotel sits on a busy yet charming shopping street with very little car traffic. Though it's just outside the historic Jewish Quarter, you'll be just a two-minute walk from the Old Town via the scenic Red Bridge (Pont de les Peixateries Velles), which crosses the Río Onyar. Both the Girona Cathedral and the Arab Baths are just a 7-minute walk away. There's paid parking available nearby, and the airport is a 20-minute drive south. The hotel also offers a bike storage room for visiting cyclists.

Rooms & Bathrooms

The 18 contemporary air-conditioned rooms and suites are simply furnished with dark woods and earthy tones of ocher and charcoal. Doubles are comfortable but can feel a little dark; Superior units add more space and light with French windows, while Suites include seating areas and private terraces. Bathrooms are modern and sleek, with rain-style showers and eco-friendly toiletries (plus separate soaking baths in the Suites). All floors are accessible by elevator. The hotel also offers a lovely selection of self-catering apartments throughout the city for those looking for more space or longer stays.

Amenities

The hotel's terrace features a pool, a sun deck with plenty of loungers, and a bar, all surrounded by greenery, so it's a pretty relaxing place. Grab a drink at the bar and enjoy your time swimming, reading a book, or sunbathing. You'll also find a restaurant at the hotel, L'Assaig, which provides traditional cuisine using local products and contemporary techniques, served in a stylish dining room or on the terrace. It's open every day for lunch and Wednesday through Saturday for dinner. An optional breakfast buffet is also available each morning.

Family-Friendliness

Hotel Nord 1901 welcomes families, though there are limited room options for larger groups. An extra bed or crib can be added to rooms, but the hotel's city apartments are a better bet for families of more than three, with self-catering facilities and multiple bedrooms.