Hotel Castell d’Empordà

Location: La Bisbal d'Empordà, Costa Brava, Catalonia, Spain, set within 12 hectares of countryside
Ceremony: Olive Grove Garden with panoramic countryside views, or the Remei Chapel within the castle walls
Reception: La Pèrgola terrace for up to 200 guests, or the medieval restaurant for up to 70
Capacity: 40 to 200 wedding guests, with overnight accommodation for up to 132
Style: 14th-century castle, boutique luxury, historic and deeply atmospheric
Accommodation: 57 individually designed rooms and suites, available from 12 rooms to full exclusive hire
Dining: In-house Catalan cuisine, full catering for all wedding events, multicultural menus including Indian celebrations
Pool: Two outdoor swimming pools, open mid-April to mid-October, with sun loungers and towel service
Spa: In-house wellness treatments by appointment, including massage, facials and beauty services
Fitness: No on-site gym, cycling and hiking trails through the Dalí Triangle available nearby
Travel: 45 kilometres from Girona Airport, approximately 90 minutes from Barcelona El Prat
Availability: Seasonal, peak May to October, Friday and Saturday dates book 18 to 24 months in advance
Pricing: From €25,000 for 50 guests, preferential rates available Monday to Thursday
Ideal for: Destination weddings, multi-day celebrations, multicultural ceremonies, couples seeking a complete historic estate experience

Castell d'Empordà has two outdoor swimming pools, each set within the estate's grounds and open from mid-April through to mid-October. One sits alongside the Tres Margarit restaurant, the other within the Da.li area of the property. Both are equipped with sun loungers, parasols and towel service, and are open daily from 10 am to 8 pm, with lifeguard coverage until 6 pm.

For those seeking something quieter, the estate offers in-house wellness treatments including massages, body wraps, facials, manicures and beauty services, available Tuesday through Saturday by advance appointment. Yoga is also available on the grounds. There is no dedicated spa or gym on site, though the wider Costa Brava landscape offers cycling and hiking trails through the Dalí Triangle for guests who prefer to be active.

Castell d'Empordà can host wedding celebrations for up to 216 guests, with La Pèrgola, the sweeping outdoor terrace of the Drac restaurant, serving as the venue's grandest dinner setting. For those seeking something more intimate, the medieval restaurant within the castle itself seats up to 70 guests, creating a candlelit, enclosed atmosphere that few spaces in Europe can match.

Overnight, the estate sleeps up to 132 guests across its 57 individually designed rooms and suites, with exclusive hire available from a minimum of 12 rooms to the full property. For weddings where the guest list exceeds the accommodation, the broader Costa Brava offers exceptional nearby hotels, while the castle itself remains the undisputed heart of the celebration.

Wedding packages at Castell d'Empordà start from €25,000 for 50 guests, with pricing scaling according to guest count and accommodation requirements. The entry package encompasses two nights' accommodation for 40 guests with breakfast, ceremony setup in either the Olive Grove Garden or the Remei Chapel, a welcome cava reception with canapés, a three-course wedding dinner with drinks, full banquet production, personalised menus and on-the-day coordination. It is, in the truest sense, a complete wedding rather than a venue hire.

Drinks packages are available from €18 per person, and the hotel offers preferential pricing for weddings held Monday through Thursday, making shoulder-week dates an intelligent choice for couples who want the full Castell d'Empordà experience at a more accessible investment. With 2026 now carrying limited availability, the estate is actively taking enquiries for 2027, and given its reputation as one of the top 15 wedding hotels in Europe, early contact is strongly advised.

Dining at Castell d'Empordà is a celebration of Mediterranean cuisine, local produce, and Catalan hospitality. Wedding dinners are typically hosted at La Pèrgola, the elegant terrace overlooking the countryside, creating a memorable setting for al fresco celebrations beneath the Spanish sky.

Beyond the wedding day, the venue specialises in multi-day wedding experiences, including welcome dinners, traditional paella evenings, relaxed BBQ gatherings, farewell brunches, and poolside events. Menus can be tailored for international and multicultural celebrations, including Indian wedding events such as Sangeet, Mehendi, and Haldi. The culinary team works closely with couples to create a dining experience that reflects their tastes and traditions while showcasing the flavours of the Costa Brava.

Castell d'Empordà is among the most sought-after wedding destinations on the Costa Brava, and its calendar reflects that. Peak Saturdays, particularly those falling between May and October, are known to book 18 to 24 months in advance. Couples with a specific date in mind are advised to enquire as early as possible. Friday and Saturday dates fill first, though the estate also hosts weddings Monday through Thursday, often with preferential package pricing for those with flexibility on the day.

For couples open to the shoulder months, April offers both availability and a quieter, more intimate atmosphere across the Costa Brava landscape, and the hotel releases dedicated offers for spring weddings. The estate currently has 2027 packages available and is actively taking enquiries for those dates.

The fifty-seven rooms and suites of Castell d'Empordà do not feel like hotel rooms. They feel like chambers that have absorbed centuries. Stone walls cool against the Catalan heat, exposed timber beams worn smooth by time, windows framing views across the Empordà plain that seem to stretch to the horizon.

Each room is individually designed, layering the castle's original architectural character with the contemporary comfort a luxury destination demands. There is no template here. Vaulted ceilings meet crisp linens. Aged stonework sits beside considered modern furnishings. The effect is deeply immersive, not a recreation of history, but history itself, quietly refined.

Under exclusive hire, the estate accommodates up to 132 overnight guests, with couples able to reserve from as few as 12 rooms to the full property. Every suite is equipped for modern stays, climate-controlled, connected and thoughtfully appointed, yet none of that intrudes on the atmosphere. What cannot be listed in any brochure is the quality of a morning here. Waking to medieval silence, the Empordà countryside stretching beyond the glass, the knowledge that this place, for these days, belongs entirely to you and the people you love most.

What if it rains?

The castle has indoor facilities to celebrate everything normally for up to 150 people. Otherwise, there is always the option to rent marquees in advance to host the ceremony and/or cocktail reception.

What will the events/wedding planner department help us with?

Our events department assists couples throughout the planning process and coordinates all wedding-day events.

Is there accommodation at the castle?

The hotel offers 57 rooms and suites, accommodating up to 130 overnight guests. Under exclusive use, the entire property becomes private for your celebration.

Can we contract external suppliers?

Yes. Castell d’Empordà provides a list of trusted suppliers familiar with the venue. Couples are also welcome to bring their own supplies. The only requirement is that sound and lighting services must be contracted through our trusted technical partner to ensure smooth operation.

What about the menu tasting?

Menu tastings usually take place during September, October, March or April prior to the wedding season.
The tasting includes:

• 2 people for weddings up to 70 guests
• 4 people for weddings from 70 to 99 guests
• 6 people for weddings with over 100 guests

How can we book the date for our wedding?

To reserve the date, a 30% deposit of the total budget is required.

Until what day can we confirm the final number of guests?

Changes are accepted up to 21 days before the wedding date, in accordance with the contract terms.

What about the party after the banquet?

After dinner, celebrations continue at La Cova del Drac, our cave nightclub and lounge bar, where an open bar is served.

Until what time can we celebrate our wedding?

The open bar can be extended until 2:30 am. For weddings taking place on Fridays, Saturdays or public holiday evenings, celebrations may continue until 3:00 am.

Is there a car park at the castle?

Yes. The property offers a large outdoor parking area, including electric vehicle charging stations.

Are there any limitations on the use of space?

In line with our sustainability values, only sustainable balloons are permitted. Fireworks, firecrackers, confetti and torches are not allowed at Castell d’Empordà.