From the owner: Un Hotel con encanto en primera linea de mar Con una…read moreubicación privilegiada, el hotel Ceferino es el establecimiento emblemático y de referencia en Vilanova i la Geltrú donde nuestra filosofía es hacer sentir al cliente como en casa. Nuestro hotel dispone de un restaurante gastronómico, un bar cafetería y un piano bar. Además cuenta con terrazas y piscina exterior, ascensores, prensa gratuita, servicio de habitaciones, wifi gratuito de alta velocidad y espacios privados para eventos y reuniones de empresa.

This is a good modern budget hotel, situated on a quiet side-street just off the main promenade of…read moreVilanova. It's in the leafy Ribes-Roges area of town adjacent to its splendid beach, though a 15-20 minute walk from the centre of Vilanova itself. We stayed for two weeks on several occasions and found it all perfectly acceptable. The hotel styles itself as an 'aparthotel'. The rooms (36sq m) come with a seating area, a good-sized bathroom, satellite TV, air-conditioning and a small kitchen area with fridge, cooking rings, utensils and crockery. The complex has three buildings, set around small gardens with a swimming pool. Internet access is available in the reception, and wi-fi has been introduced recently. Secure underground car parking is available, though space is limited - check in advance. There's a small bar and cafe, which does a reasonable buffet breakfast in the morning, and very cheap three-course fixed-price dinner menus (although there are plenty of better restaurants close by and, of course, you could self-cater on a longer break). There's a small launderette if you are staying for any length of time, and want to keep luggage to a minimum. The clientele varies from families and couples in summer to mainly business travellers in winter. Service was helpful and the rooms were kept clean. Low season deals can be very good indeed on the web (try for around EUR70 per night B&B for two people): ensure your option includes breakfast and taxes.

From the owner: Solvi Hotel está situado en el paseo marítimo de Vilanova i la Geltrú, ofrece habitaciones con aire…read moreacondicionado en verano, TV por satélite, caja fuerte, baño privado con artículos de tocador y terraza privada con vistas sobre el mar. El hotel dispone de servicio de lavandería y de habitaciones, prensa diaria, alquiler de bicis, toallas de playa gratuitas, préstamo de libros, cóctel de bienvenida e internet Wifi gratis en todo el establecimiento. El personal de recepción os podrá dar información turística sobre la región del Penedès y Garraf, que incluye museos, campos de golf, excursiones de degustación de vinos, entradas para PortAventura, etc. El Solvi también tiene aparcamiento gratuito limitado delante del hotel. El establecimiento está situado justo delante del mar, a 15 minutos a pie de la zona antigua de Vilanova i la Geltrú, donde encontrareis muchas tiendas, bares y restaurantes. La estación de tren de Vilanova está a 13 minutos a pie y enlaza con Sitges y Barcelona.

Vilanova's main beach lies to the south of the town, alongside the suburb of Ribes Roges. Protected…read moreby a series of breakwaters and the headland of Sant Gervasi, it is a magnificent stretch of sand 1.3km long and 100m wide. Facilities include cafes, a miniature railway, water and beach sports, beach showers, a Red Cross Post, Tourist Information (at the north end) and WCs, some of which have disabled access. The water is shallow, making it very popular in summer with water sports fans and families alike. It is backed by a magnificent palm-lined promenade with car-parking and a cycle-way, excellent for a stroll at any time of the year. The central breakwater is notable for the distinctive modern bronze sculpture depicting Pasiphaë and the White Bull of Minos, whose union gave birth to the Minotaur. The beach to the south of this is technically called Adarro beach, named after the remains of the Iberic-Roman settlement nearby.

The railway came late to Vilanova: the first line south from Barcelona adopted an inland route to…read moreTarragona because of the difficulty of building a line along the rocky coast. After a lot of local campaigning, a line was eventually built in 1881. This soon became the main line as it provided a shorter, more direct route. A major engine depot and railway works was provided at Vilanova, together with the splendid large station, which survives almost unaltered to-day. Built in the Spanish colonial style, with a long cast-iron portico on the railway side, it contains a bar (with the station's toilets), ticket office and a small newsagent. The square in front of the station named after one of the main sponsors of the railway, Eduard Maristany - has a taxi rank and is also the main bus station for local and district bus services. There are also ticket machines for the suburban services bear in mind the Spanish oddity that the ticket office may not accept payment by credit card (the machines will). Fares are low by British standards: a single to Barcelona costs EUR2.50, and a single for the two-hour plus journey to Lleida costs around EUR8. The main service off-peak consists of four trains an hour on the C2 suburban line (Rodalies or Cercanias in Catalan/Spanish - with a white and red livery) to and from Barcelona, via Sitges. This provides a half-hourly stopping service originating at Vilanova (usually from platforms 10-13) which alternates with a half-hourly semi-fast service originating at Sant Vicenç de Calders, further south. Trains take around 45 minutes into Barcelona. This is augmented on week-days to provide 8 trains an hour in the morning peak. Stopping services call at El Prat de Llobregat station, where you can change to line C10 for the 5-minute ride to Barcelona Airport. In addition, some medium distance (Media Distencia - orange and white livery) trains call at Vilanova, providing a direct service to places such as Torredembarra, Tarragona, Reus, Lleida and Tortosa. Tickets and passes for the suburban trains are not valid on Medium Distance trains, nor do the ticket machines sell tickets for these journeys.

We ABSOLUTELY LOVED this hotel. It is a sanctuary away from the craziness of Barcelona. We were so…read morehappy to escape the city and relax in Sitges at ME Terramar. From the moment we walked in, we knew we were in the right spot. It's gorgeous inside. Check-in was wonderful. We truly enjoyed the complimentary glass of cava. Guillermo gave us a room tour. That guy is everywhere. I don't know when he sleeps. His service is next level- always above and beyond. Everyone was like this at the hotel but Guillermo was exceptional. We loved the pool and the bikes. We rode into town one day. It was a bit of a walk into town but it's beautiful.

I found my happy place! VIP concierge service was excellent,…read moreroom was large , well appointed with a magnificent view. Breakfast was great with beautiful views either overlooking the pool or the sea. Spent the days on the beach at the hotel's private area. 20 to 30 min walk on Passeig Maritim to many restaurants. Planning to return next summer

Front desk does not pay attention to guests. They ignore you till you interrupt them from all…read moretalking. Or they act busy at the computer till you ask for assistance. If you request anything they say OK and it never gets sent to room(towels). Very noisy!!! all night in the halls and it's hard to sleep The hotel beds are very uncomfortable and towels and linens are old Housekeeping just walks in when the requested towels finally show up. Location is on the beach with a 10 min walk to the town up at the church.

Hotel Calipolis was a great find in the beach town of Sitges. The hotel is located across the…read morestreet from the Mediterranean Sea. Great views from the balcony. The lobby is airy and welcoming. The sitting area is a little uncomfortable. The lime green chairs are large and plastic with silver pillows. The staff is very welcoming. The rooms are spacious. The beds are the European twin beds but very comfortable. Since I was traveling with friends, we were able to have connecting rooms which was a great plus. The pool was also a great feature of this hotel. The location is a HUGE plus!! You are just across the street from the sea. You are within walking distance of the shopping and tourist distinctions. Sitges is roughly 30 minutes outside of Barcelona. You can either take a taxi or a train from Barcelona. Both are very convenient. The hotel itself is probably a 3 star. I would highly recommend this hotel. Check it out!

This is one of those times I long for an Uber category. A 5 star review is NOT high enough. The…read morefood at this place is FANTASTIC --we ate dinner here every night and had different entrees and I recommend them all highly! Things to eat include: the paella-like juicy rice (fantastic), the roasted pork, the sweet lamb, all the fish, the razor clams, and the calamari. Basically anything. The hotel is super comfortable, the pool is great, the rooms are amazing. The location is close to town and right across from the beach. GO HERE. STAY HERE. EAT HERE!! This is what it is all about--I can't wait to go back!