From Visionary Seaside Inn to Modern Hospitality: 90 Years of Terraza Group Legacy
Looking for hospitality that feels personal, timeless, and genuinely caring? From Visionary Seaside Inn to Modern Hospitality: 90 Years of Terraza Group Legacy is the story of a family in Roses, on the Costa Brava, that turned a dream by the sea into a modern collection of stays where wellbeing, gastronomy, and heartfelt service come first. In this article, you’ll discover how an idea born 90 years ago became a distinctive way of welcoming guests—rooted in place, refined by experience, and designed for today.
A dream facing the sea: Mr. Honorat Gotanegra’s vision
Every great legacy starts with a clear intention. Facing the sea in Roses, entrepreneur Mr. Honorat Gotanegra imagined a hotel defined by warmth, quality, and gastronomy. That vision gave birth to Hotel Terraza, the seed of what would become Terraza Group.
- What began as an intimate, seaside spirit has matured over nine decades into a recognizable style of Mediterranean hospitality.
- The family’s passion has been passed down generation after generation, preserving the essence of the original dream while embracing innovation.
Today, the group continues to honor that origin—championing excellence, evolving with guests’ needs, and keeping the Costa Brava at the heart of the experience.
What Hotel Terraza is today
The original house of the dream, Hotel Terraza, is now a 4-star superior hotel that blends seaside serenity with contemporary comforts. Its panoramic spa and celebrated cuisine reflect a commitment to wellbeing and taste, while its friendly, personalized attention keeps the family spirit alive.
Modern comforts rooted in tradition
At Hotel Terraza, hospitality and wellness meet in an exclusive yet welcoming setting on the seafront. Highlights include:
- Panoramic Spa & Wellness: A rooftop sanctuary with a heated pool, jacuzzi, sauna, hammam, bitermal showers, ice well, and treatment rooms.
- Thoughtful Services:
- Beach Club essentials: complimentary loungers and towels for guests.
- Complimentary bicycles for excursions when you book through the official website.
- A fully equipped gym to keep your routine on track.
- Electric vehicle chargers available for an additional fee.
- Free Wi‑Fi throughout the hotel and an Internet access point in the lounge.
- Accessibility: facilities adapted for people with reduced mobility, including wheelchair‑accessible rooms.
- Pet‑friendly policy (with vaccination record, appropriate behavior, and an additional nightly fee).
- Non‑smoking rooms and common areas.
- Giftable stays and experiences through Terraza gift packages.
- Dining: Enjoy a buffet breakfast with hot dishes served at the table, a continental breakfast in your room, and the distinct personalities of Norat (signature, rooted cuisine) and Bim’s (casual, seaside spirit).
From one hotel to a family of stays on the Costa Brava
What started with one hotel now spans multiple ways to experience the Costa Brava—always with the same dedication to comfort, authenticity, and personal service.
- Terraza Hotel & Spa (Roses): A seaside hotel with a panoramic spa, exceptional gastronomy, and warm, personalized service.
- 1935 Hotel & Apartments (Roses): A Mediterranean‑inspired boutique experience just steps from the beach, featuring a spa, sauna, and pool for total relaxation.
- Apartments in Figueres: Your gateway to discovering the heart of the Costa Brava from the city of Salvador Dalí.
- Terraza Roses Apartments (Roses): Modern, cozy apartments with the convenience of parking and terraces.
- Apartments & Villas Terraza – Roses:
- Family‑friendly apartments for 4–6 guests (approx. 60 m² + 30 m² terrace) with two double bedrooms, a living/dining area with sofa bed, a functional modern kitchen, and a bathroom with Italian shower. Amenities include air conditioning, heating, bed linen and towels (weekly change), a private parking space, and baby equipment (subject to availability). Pets are welcome. Check‑in from 4:00 PM; check‑out until 10:00 AM. Access via stairs (no elevator).
- Villa El Penyal: A stone villa that opens to one of the most spectacular views of the Costa Brava—the Bay of Roses—blending contemporary design with nature. It features high‑end amenities, Wi‑Fi, satellite TV, an elevator, and a state‑of‑the‑art kitchen.
No matter the address, the hallmark remains the same: closeness, quality, and a serene Mediterranean rhythm.
Flavours with history by the sea: Norat and Bim’s
In the Empordà and along the Costa Brava, gastronomy is a way of life. Fresh, local, seasonal produce and time‑honored recipes are part of the region’s identity. Since 1935, Terraza’s kitchen has been part of that story—beginning with Grandfather Honorat’s market cuisine and living on today in Norat.
- Norat: Signature cuisine that is honest and unpretentious—rooted in tradition with creative touches—served in an exceptional setting by the sea.
- Bim’s: A more casual expression of the same ethos, celebrating proximity, simplicity, and good taste.
This balance—between heritage and creativity, technique and terroir—turns every meal into a memory.
Sustainability to regeneration: a living commitment
Terraza Group’s mission combines hospitality and wellbeing with responsible management. The approach is practical, participatory, and forward‑looking:
- Our mission: Offer a close, high‑quality, and environmentally friendly product, while continually updating services to meet guests’ evolving needs.
- Concrete environmental measures: water saving, efficient waste management, emission reduction, responsible product use, landscape integration, and the promotion of local and seasonal consumption.
- Beyond regulations: Compliance with environmental and tourism standards is a baseline, complemented by commitments to client expectations and safety.
- Involvement and continuous improvement: Employees, guests, and suppliers are part of the journey; risks and opportunities are assessed and annual objectives set to enhance quality, sustainability, and workplace wellbeing.
- Care, Regenerate, Inspire: A pledge to integrate regenerative practices that restore natural, cultural, and social ecosystems—so that travel contributes positively to place.
Certifications reflect this ethos at the property level:
- Terraza Hotel & Spa: ISO 9001 Certificate and Biosphere.
- 1935 Hotel & Apartments: ISO 9001, ISO 14000, and Biosphere Certified.
These recognitions underscore a simple idea: great hospitality should also be good stewardship.
Live the legacy in Roses: culture, nature, and slow Mediterranean days
Staying with Terraza Group means settling into the rhythm of Roses, where sea and mountain meet and sunsets feel hand‑painted. From your base, you can:
- Explore the Citadel of Roses, a monumental complex with Greek, Roman, and medieval footprints.
- Walk or cycle through the Aigüamolls de l’Empordà Natural Park and climb birdwatching towers.
- Stroll among the Ruins of Empúries, a unique Greco‑Roman site by the sea.
- Venture into Cap de Creus, with wild coves and cliffs that inspired Dalí.
- Take boat rides to discover hidden coves and crystal‑clear waters.
- Follow gentle bicycle routes through vineyards and villages.
- Spend a family day at Aquabrava Water Park, the largest on the Costa Brava.
These experiences pair effortlessly with spa time, beachside lounging, and leisurely dinners—turning a trip into a story you’ll want to repeat.
Quick answers for fast fact‑finding
What is Terraza Group?
A family‑run group of accommodations based in Roses (Costa Brava), dedicated to creating memorable guest experiences through hospitality and wellbeing.
Who founded the legacy?
Entrepreneur Mr. Honorat Gotanegra, who envisioned a hotel defined by warmth, quality, and gastronomy—giving birth to Hotel Terraza 90 years ago.
What is Hotel Terraza today?
A 4‑star superior seaside hotel featuring a panoramic spa and cuisine that continues to captivate guests.
How does Terraza Group approach sustainability?
Through concrete measures (water saving, waste and emissions reduction, responsible products, landscape integration, local/seasonal sourcing), continuous improvement, and a regenerative vision: Care, Regenerate, Inspire.
Which properties hold certifications?
- Terraza Hotel & Spa: ISO 9001, Biosphere.
- 1935 Hotel & Apartments: ISO 9001, ISO 14000, Biosphere.
Practical takeaways to experience the legacy
- Book direct to enjoy complimentary hotel bicycles for local excursions.
- Unwind at the panoramic spa: plan time for the heated pool, sauna, hammam, and treatment rooms.
- Taste the region at Norat for signature cuisine and at Bim’s for a casual bite by the sea.
- Choose your stay style: a seaside hotel, a boutique hotel with spa, or fully equipped apartments and villas in Roses and Figueres.
- Traveling with pets or kids? Consider the spacious apartments (4–6 guests) with terraces, parking, and baby equipment (on request); pets are welcome.
- Driving electric? Make use of EV chargers available for a fee.
- Ask the front desk for help planning visits to the Citadel of Roses, Aigüamolls, Empúries, or Cap de Creus.
Conclusion: A living legacy you can feel
From Visionary Seaside Inn to Modern Hospitality: 90 Years of Terraza Group Legacy is more than a milestone—it’s an invitation. In Roses, the family spirit that began with Mr. Honorat Gotanegra still guides every welcome, every plate served, and every quiet moment by the sea. When hospitality is both heartfelt and forward‑looking, it becomes something you carry with you long after you leave.
Ready to write your own chapter on the Costa Brava?
- Contact Terraza Hotel & Spa: info@hotelterraza.com | +34 972 25 61 54
- Contact 1935 Hotel & Apartments: info@hotel1935.com | +34 972 45 99 60
- Contact Spa Terraza: spa@hotelterraza.com | +34 972 45 99 30
Bold flavors, panoramic calm, and kind hospitality await in Roses. Book your stay and experience the legacy first‑hand.