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June 10, 2024
If this review sounds like a love letter, you got me, because I loved my stay at the Sabátic in Stiges. I had a wonderful experience. I was overdue for a vacation when I was invited to join several others in celebrating my friend’s 50th birthday. Most of the hotels people were going for were along the beach. Being a Bonvoy Member though, I always check the Marriott app to see what’s available first and the Sabátic seemed to be the only option in Sitges. I almost cut bait when I saw that it was away from the beach but upon further investigation, I realized that the hotels in Sitges aren’t on the beach exactly, rather, across the street. And those hotels didn’t look nearly as nice as the Sabátic. That brings us to the hill. Yes, it’s uphill. No, it’s not so arduous… I’m 50, I am pretty overweight with an arthritic knee, I did nine days back and forth several times a day without so much as getting winded. In the end, If you don’t have mobility issues don’t sweat it. It’s a ten minute walk into town, there’s also a shuttle that upon check in was every hour (pre-reserve as it fills up) but by the end of the stay they were running every 20 minutes. The front desk is also very helpful in calling cabs that, generally, come pretty quickly. What (little) you lose in proximity you gain in luxury and quietude. You also get outstanding service, which is what really bowled me over and earned my five stars and undying adoration. At check-in, I was immediately welcomed with a smile, I did the usual passport, credit card, and all that. After the gentleman came out from around the counter to give me a little tribune about the hotel and he was kind enough to point out some particulars, such as the vermouth tastings, the events, timing of breakfast, and such. He directed me to the elevators and to the third floor. I admit, I was a bit bummed to not be on a higher floor but I got over it real fast when I walked into a beautiful (and impeccably clean) two-room suite featuring a beautiful balcony with a view of the mountains (as advertised) but also, the city and the Mediterranean sea if I just faced forward which the very comfortable outdoor settee just happened to face. I booked a Garaff Junior Suite with a queen bed, but I am fairly certain the bed was actually a king. Unlike a disturbing number of Marriott properties in Europe, there were ample oversized plush pillows (I didn’t have to ask for more) and the mattress was heaven in terms of comfort. There was a wardrobe area with two cabinets and built in luggage rack, two drawers, etc. — plenty space for everything — I don’t travel light. The bathroom was spacious with a rain shower — hot water took a bit but nothing too crazy. While it doesn’t factor in my rating because it’s insignificant: the iron was terrible — no steam and it got too hot so be careful not to burn your clothes. There’s a mini fridge with enough space to store your gazpacho and Iberian ham you bought at the adjacent grocery store around the