Girona, Temps de Flors: a must-do spring getaway
From May 9 to 17, “Girona, Temps de Flors” takes place. More than a week of street art, music and cultural activities to enjoy one of the most charming cities in the country.
If you haven’t yet attended this festival, here are three reasons to do so and discover one of the most important events in the province, as well as one of the most visually striking and attractive.
3 reasons to visit Girona Temps de Flors
1. Celebrate spring
Can you imagine a city full of flowers? That’s exactly what happens during “Girona, Temps de Flors”. For nine days, the streets, shop windows and terraces of the city are adorned with roses, geraniums, poppies, hydrangeas and petunias, filling the air with their fragrance.
An explosion of colour and scent that captures the essence of spring and turns your visit to Girona into a unique and truly unforgettable experience.
2. Enjoy Girona’s art and architecture
During “Girona, Temps de Flors”, the city is not only covered in flowers but also filled with art and culture. Institutions and local businesses create sculptures and floral compositions displayed throughout the streets for locals and visitors to enjoy.
This year, there will be 92 projects and 85 exhibition points spread across different neighbourhoods: Barri Vell, Carme, Mercadal, Eixample, Sant Daniel, Fontajau, Devesa, Sant Narcís and Santa Eugènia. A great opportunity to discover iconic landmarks such as the Cathedral, Rambla de la Llibertat, the bridges over the Onyar River or the Arab Baths while enjoying the floral installations.
Alongside the main event, various cultural activities also take place, from street concerts to exhibitions and conferences.
3. Taste the local gastronomy
“Girona, Temps de Flors” is an event for lovers of architecture and culture, but also for food enthusiasts. To mark the occasion, the Girona Hospitality Association has created Gastroflors, a gastronomic event where flowers take centre stage. During the festival, you can taste special dishes created by local restaurants for the occasion.
Are you thinking about visiting “Girona, Temps de Flors”? Remember that choosing the right hotel is key to making your trip a success. At Grans Hotels de Catalunya, you will find incredible places to stay such as these:
Where to stay in Girona for Temps de Flors
Hotel Carlemany
Less than five minutes from Girona’s train and bus station and featuring 90 comfortable and welcoming rooms, Hotel Carlemany is a 4-star hotel where you can relax after a day at “Girona, Temps de Flors” and recharge for further visits and activities in the city.
The hotel offers three different dining spaces and menus adapted to various dietary requirements, so you can enjoy Girona’s cuisine without leaving the hotel. It is also pet-friendly, so you can bring your pet with you.
The Hotel Carlemany is one of the leading hotels in Girona city centre, located just a few minutes from the Barri Vell and the city’s main cultural, shopping and gastronomic highlights. Its prime location makes it a great choice for couple getaways, family stays, including pets, sports breaks or business trips, with the added convenience of private parking right in the centre.
It offers 90 spacious rooms, all exterior-facing with plenty of natural light, decorated in a modern, functional style to ensure comfort for every kind of stay. Some rooms also feature a bathtub or even an in-room fireplace.
Gastronomy is another of its highlights. The El Pati Verd restaurant is one of the city’s most appreciated dining spots and an excellent venue for large celebrations and events. Indigo Restaurant serves a fresh, seasonal menu in a contemporary setting, and the Carlemany Cafeteria with its terrace has become a popular meeting point in Girona for both guests and locals.
It is also a bike-friendly hotel with secure bike storage, a workshop, a bike cleaning area and cycling routes around the region. A fitness room will be available soon, and the hotel is close to some the best golf courses in the province are within easy reach.
Hotel Peninsular
If you are looking for a place that combines quality, comfort and history, Hotel Peninsular is your ideal choice. Located in the heart of the historic centre, this hotel has over 150 years of history. Its rooms have been renovated to ensure maximum comfort, and its restaurant, the iconic Café Savoy, offers market cuisine to add flavour and energy to your day.
Hotel Peninsular Girona, located in the historic centre of Girona, is an elegant hotel in Girona city that has combined tradition and comfort since 1853. Its privileged location, in the Old Town and the train station, makes it one of the best places to stay for exploring the city on foot.
Its modern, comfortable rooms are designed to ensure a pleasant stay for both leisure and business travellers. Thanks to its central location, guests can easily reach Girona's main monuments, museums, restaurants and shopping areas.
The hotel is home to the historic Savoy Restaurant, welcoming both guests and visitors looking to enjoy authentic Catalan and market cuisine. Alongside a buffet breakfast featuring local produce, it also offers daily menus, vermouths and a pleasant terrace in the heart of Girona.
Hotel Peninsular Girona also features meeting and event rooms, ideal for business meetings, presentations, workshops and private celebrations. Combined with its central location, these facilities make it an excellent choice for blending work and leisure.
Staying at the hotel makes it easy to visit Girona's main attractions, including Girona Cathedral, the Onyar Houses, the Jewish Quarter, the Arab Baths and the medieval city walls. It is also an excellent base for exploring the Costa Brava, inland Girona and the province's renowned cycling routes.
Thanks to its history, outstanding location and welcoming atmosphere, Hotel Peninsular Girona is one of the best hotels in Girona city centre for a city break, discovering Girona's heritage and enjoying its gastronomy and culture throughout the year.
Hotel Boutique Casa Cacao (Girona city centre)
In the heart of Girona, Hotel Boutique Casa Cacao redefines the urban experience with a concept that combines accommodation and creativity. Linked to the gastronomic universe of the Roca brothers, this hotel blends design, comfort and a welcoming atmosphere where every detail is carefully considered. A space designed to experience the city from within, with the added opportunity to discover its workshop and sweet creations.
Hotel Boutique Casa Cacao is an exclusive gastronomic hotel in Girona, located in the iconic Plaça Catalunya, next to the Old Town and just a few minutes from the city's main landmarks. Created by the Roca brothers of El Celler de Can Roca, this elegant boutique hotel occupies a restored historic building where contemporary design, comfort and fine dining come together to offer a unique experience in the heart of Girona.
Its 15 rooms, spacious, bright and decorated with natural materials, have been designed to ensure maximum comfort. Some feature a freestanding bathtub, making them an excellent choice for a romantic getaway or a gourmet weekend in Girona. On the ground floor, the Casa Cacao workshop and boutique invite guests to discover the world of artisan chocolate created by the Roca brothers' team.
On the top floor you'll find La Terrassa, an elegant rooftop with spectacular views over the Old Town, the colourful houses along the Onyar River and the Cathedral of Girona. Here guests can enjoy an exclusive tasting breakfast prepared with seasonal local produce, together with a refined gastronomic offering for brunch, sunset cocktails or dinner with one of the city's finest panoramic views.
Its privileged location makes it easy to discover Girona by exploring the Jewish Quarter, the Cathedral, the city walls and the picturesque streets of the historic centre. It is also the ideal starting point for events such as Girona Temps de Flors, the Sant Narcís Fair, or for exploring the Costa Brava, the Empordà region and the Pyrenees.
Girona is one of Europe's leading destinations for cycling, and Casa Cacao offers free secure bicycle storage with video surveillance, making it the perfect hotel to combine sport, gastronomy and culture. A place to enjoy the culinary universe of the Roca brothers and discover exceptional artisan chocolate.
Hotel Monument Can Garay (La Garrotxa, Girona)
In a beautiful rural setting, Hotel Monument Can Garay invites you to slow down and reconnect with nature. This carefully restored modernist house preserves the charm of the early 20th century, combining history, tranquillity and spacious outdoor areas. An ideal option to complement your visit to Girona with a peaceful stay among gardens and volcanic landscapes.
Hotel-Monument Can Garay is an exclusive Modernist hotel in Les Planes d'Hostoles, located in the heart of La Garrotxa, at the gateway to the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park. This unique 1906 building has been declared part of Catalonia's architectural heritage by the Government of Catalonia.
With just six double rooms and one family suite, the hotel offers an exclusive and personalised stay. Every room overlooks a magnificent century-old garden of more than 4,000 m², while its cosy lounges and shared spaces invite guests to relax in an elegant and peaceful atmosphere.
Its privileged location provides easy access to some of the most iconic natural landscapes of La Garrotxa and the Vall d'Hostoles, with forests, hiking trails, streams and popular natural pools just a few minutes from the hotel. It is also an excellent base for visiting towns such as Olot and Sant Feliu de Pallerols.
Cycling enthusiasts will find Can Garay to be an outstanding bike-friendly hotel. Located just 100 metres from the Carrilet Greenway (Girona-Olot), it offers secure bike storage, bicycle rental and a workshop, making it one of the best places to stay while exploring La Garrotxa by bike.
Gastronomy is also an essential part of the experience, with a menu based on Catalan cuisine prepared using organic, locally sourced ingredients, many of them grown in the hotel's own vegetable garden on volcanic soil. Breakfasts in the garden, open-air dinners and vermouth under the lime trees reflect its close connection with the surrounding landscape.
The hotel also features a gym and a massage and wellness treatment service, available even in your room. Thanks to its architectural heritage, privileged location and exclusive atmosphere, Hotel-Monument Can Garay is one of the best hotels in La Garrotxa for discovering Girona.
Hotel Esperit Roca (Sant Julià de Ramis, Girona)
For a getaway where gastronomy and surroundings take centre stage, Hotel Esperit Roca offers a unique experience just minutes from Girona. This project by the Roca brothers combines contemporary architecture, calm and a top-level culinary proposal in a privileged setting. A place designed to disconnect, enjoy the landscape and experience Girona from a more exclusive perspective.
The Hotel Esperit Roca located in Sant Julià de Ramis, offers 360º panoramic views of Girona and the Empordà. Its proximity to Girona and its range of outdoor activities make it an ideal place for both a short getaway and a longer stay.
This 15-room hotel, built with natural materials, is designed to harmonize with its surroundings and provide an exclusive and peaceful space. Created to be extremely comfortable rooms, where you can discover their new gastronomic restaurant, discover their distillery and explore their latest exhibition.
If you would like to discover more options for your stay, we invite you to explore our selection of hotels in the Gironès, where you will find charming accommodation to enjoy Girona and its surroundings in total comfort.
