Villa di Bages

This hotel is right at the heart of the Montserrat complex, in a building previously used to accommodate the monks. The staff at reception were pleasant and efficient. My room was of a good size, recently decorated, and with a large comfortable bed. The only downside of the whole stay was the view from my window : a rock face, about a metre away. I guess I had a 50% chance of this since the hotel is built against the rock face: half the rooms will have a great view, the other half will face the rocks; I ought to have thought of specifically reserving a room facing out. Dinner in the restaurant (an elegant room) was very good and not at all expensive; very good service. The breakfast (a buffet) was very good too. Top tip : make sure that your window is closed or else you’ll be woken very early by the church bells. My only regret is that I didn’t have time to stay a 2nd night: there’s a lot of mountain to explore above the monastery. In sum, highly recommended.

Hemos estado el fin de semana pasado con mi familia en este alojamiento que se anuncia como una experiencia inmersiva en la naturaleza con palabras textuales: ”cabañas de madera integradas en el bosque”... Pues bien, llegamos de noche y nos ofrecieron dormir en la parte de los viñedos diciendo que era mucho mejor que el lugar que habíamos pedido, que era en las encinas en la parte central del bosque, pero confiamos en lo que nos dijeron y accedimos, como llegamos de noche no pudimos ver que la parte de los viñedos estaba seca y por la mañana nos encontramos con una total desilusión y nos sentimos engañados. No quisimos quejarnos en el momento porque no teníamos el cuerpo para discusiones, de hecho me acabo de dar de alta en TripAdvisor porque es la primera vez que escribo una reseña. El caso es que al día siguiente de mi estancia escribí un mail explicando la situación y la contestación fue afirmar que no es época de viñedos y que me ofrecían un 30% en la próxima reserva, ahí ya les tuve que decir que es un sitio de coste elevado como para poner a sabiendas a los clientes delante de una explanada de tierra seca con palos y que se tenían que responsabilizar porque la gente busca ver naturaleza... lo peor de todo no es sentir que he tirado el dinero sino que encima me llamó la directora del hotel alterada y muy mal educada en vez de saber como reconducir la situación, diciendo que ella está acostumbrada a trabajar en hoteles de lujo y más bien parecía lo contrario, muy poco fina y diciendo que yo le había faltado al respeto por decir que ahora la explanada era un lugar de tierra seca con palos (vean ustedes mismos la foto, es la realidad y han de aceptar que ahora no es placentero estar ahí) y me dijo que yo lo hacía porque buscaba que me devolvieran el dinero, cuando precisamente me podía haber negado en el momento a pagar y no quise decir nada... es injusto gast**** un dinero en desplazamiento, peajes, comida y alojamiento para ir a un sitio que ahora mismo no está en buenas condiciones, así que, como la directora en vez de disculp**** y asumir su culpa no hacía mas que decirme que el problema era yo y dárselas de ofendida, muy poco profesional, pues le tuve que decir que tranquila que no me devolviera el dinero pero lo mínimo que tendrían que haber hecho es dejarme disfrutar del lugar en otra ocasión y no tener que volver a desembolsar yo el dinero pero con un 30% de descuento que me pareció de risa. En resumen, si han de ir supongo que merecerá la pena sino les colocan donde los viñedos en otoño, no lo sé porque yo no pude disfrutar de la experiencia y por supuesto que ya no repetiré porque me siento estafada y liguneada. Pongo también foto de lo que anuncian en su web que es la parte de los viñedos que ustedes mismos vean la diferencia a lo que me encontré yo.

With a stay at Hotel Mas de la Sala in Sallent, you'll be 17.8 mi (28.7 km) from Montserrat Monastery and 20.7 mi (33.4 km) from Montserrat. This upscale hotel is 17.8 mi (28.7 km) from Cambril de la Mare de Deu and 20.6 mi (33.1 km) from Sant Joan Funicular.Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and bicycles to rent. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a communal living room.Stop by the hotel's restaurant for dinner. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and room service (during limited hours) is provided. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 7 AM to 10 AM.Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite.Stay in one of 26 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

With a stay at B&B Sallent in Sallent, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Balsareny Castle and Caves Gibert. This bed & breakfast is 6.1 mi (9.9 km) from Saltamos - SkydiveBCN and 7.4 mi (12 km) from Monastery of Sant Benet de Bages.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this bed & breakfast include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills.A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library.Make yourself at home in one of the 2 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Enjoy peace, tranquility and stunning views of the Monserrat National park in this 4 bedroom villa for8 guests.On the ground floor you will find a cozy living room with a traditional fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen (microwave, oven and stove, kettle, coffee maker etc.) perfect for dining in when you want to relax in the comfort of your own home! There are 4 spacious bedrooms with 3 double beds and 2 individual beds to comfortably accommodate 8 guests, 1 bathroom with shower and 1 rest room. The second bathroom is outside in the pool area. There air conditioning in the living room, available for an additional supplement.Take advantage of the warm Mediterranean sunshine in your delightful garden (700m2) with private pool and views of the luscious forests and majestic mountains of Montserrat.The villa is situated in the town of Castellbell I el Vilar, which sits between the two main parks of Central Catalunya, the Natural Park of the Mountain of Montserrat and San Lorenzo del Monte and Sierra del Obac. Guests of villa Castellbell can take full advantage of the many hiking trails and mountain climbing activities that the region has to offer. Local amenities such as shops, supermarkets and restaurants are all within close distance to the villa. The nearest train station is also just 1.5 km away from your front door where you can take a train directly into the heart of Barcelona city!Distances:Beach: 50 kmBarcelona: 35 kmSupermarket: 3 kmShops: 6 kmRestaurant: 6 kmPool size: 3.5 m x 7.5 m------------------------------------------------Catalunya Casas specialises in hand-picked, exclusively managed family villa rentals (with pool and garden!) in Mallorca, Ibiza, and the Barcelona area. Our vacation rentals are close enough to tourist ‘meccas' so as to enjoy all the benefits these areas have to offer, yet far enough ‘off the beaten track’ where our guests have the opportunity to enjoy and experience the real Catalonia/Spain.Please note that we offer a variety of optional...