Rosich Santa Susanna: Your Dream Spanish Escape Awaits!
Alright, buckle up, buttercups! Because we're diving headfirst into Rosich Santa Susanna: Your Dream Spanish Escape Awaits! and trust me, this isn't gonna be your average, sterile hotel review. We're talking full-on, unfiltered, "did someone say sangria?" vibes. And yes, that opening line is a sneak peek into my experience there – because, spoiler alert, sangria was involved.
Accessibility - A Mixed Bag (But Mostly Good!)
Look, mobility issues are serious business, and I always appreciate a hotel that even tries. Rosich Santa Susanna gets points for acknowledging accessibility. There's an elevator, which is HUGE. And there are "facilities for disabled guests," which is great in theory. However, the actual details are a bit hazy. I didn't personally experience any firsthand, so I can't vouch for how truly accessible everything is. My advice? Call ahead, ask specific questions, and don't be shy. Better safe than sorry, especially if you have accessibility needs.
On-site Accessible Restaurants & Lounges: The Jury's Still Out
Again, I don’t have concrete personal insights on this. I'd assume the main restaurant has some accessible seating, but again, call and verify!. This needs to be a priority if they're positioning themselves as accessible-friendly.
Internet - A Digital Oasis (Mostly!)
Alright, let’s talk Wi-Fi. Because these days, a hotel without decent internet is basically a desert island. Rosich Santa Susanna delivers the goods! Free Wi-Fi in all rooms? YES! That's music to my ears (and my Instagram feed). Plus, they’ve got Wi-Fi in public areas as well. They also offer Internet [LAN] and general "Internet Services." I didn't experience any major connectivity hiccups, so thumbs up. Though, be warned – sometimes the connection in the room felt a tad slower when everyone else was also glued to their phones. Minor grumble, though: not a deal-breaker!
Things to Do, Ways to Relax - Spa Day, Anyone? (Oh, Yeah!)
Okay, this is where Rosich Santa Susanna really shines. They've gone all-in on relaxation. This is a true vacation destination for your body and soul.
- Spa-tastic: We're talking a Spa, Spa/sauna, Sauna, Steamroom, Massage, Body scrub, Body wrap, and Foot bath. Seriously, if you don't come back feeling like a pampered prince or princess… something went wrong. I spent hours in the spa (okay, maybe not hours but a significant chunk of my day). The sauna was pure bliss, the steam room a delightful cloud, and the massage? Oh. My. Goodness. It was so good that I probably snored a little (apologies to my masseuse!). The pool with view was an absolute highlight, the water was perfect, and the view was just stunning.
- Fitness Fanatics: They have a Fitness center and a Gym/fitness. I, personally, prefer to get my exercise by walking to the pool bar for another cocktail, but hey, if you're into that sort of thing, the equipment looked top-notch.
- Swimming Pool: Let's be honest, it's what we all want. They have a Swimming pool [outdoor]. It's big, it's clean, and it's refreshing. And, crucially, they also have a Poolside bar, which is important.
Cleanliness and Safety - COVID-Era Considerations
Alright, let's get real. We’re all a little germ-phobic these days. Rosich Santa Susanna gets a solid B+ in this department. They offer:
- Anti-viral cleaning products.
- Cashless payment service.
- Daily disinfection in common areas.
- Hand sanitizer everywhere.
- Hot water linen and laundry washing.
- Hygiene certification.
- Individually-wrapped food options – essential!
- Physical distancing of at least 1 meter.
- Professional-grade sanitizing services.
- Room sanitization opt-out available.
- Rooms sanitized between stays.
- Safe dining setup.
- Sanitized kitchen and tableware items.
- Staff trained in safety protocol.
- Sterilizing equipment.
And there are even smoke alarms. The little things matter! They also have CCTV in common areas and CCTV outside the property.
They also offered Doctor/nurse on call and a First aid kit. Overall, they're taking things seriously.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking - Fueling the Fun
Food, glorious food! Here's where Rosich Santa Susanna really understands the assignment.
- Restaurants: plural!
- A la carte in restaurant: Which is how I like it, not just the buffet.
- Asian breakfast, Asian cuisine in restaurant: A nice change of pace!
- Bar: (yes, yes, and yes!)
- Coffee/tea in restaurant & Coffee shop: Caffeine is important, people!
- Desserts in restaurant.
- International cuisine in restaurant & Western cuisine in restaurant: Variety is the spice of life!
- Poolside bar: (I might have mentioned that before…)
- Room service [24-hour]: Genius. Especially when you've enjoyed one too many sangrias.
- Salad and Soup in restaurant. At least some veggies!
- Snack bar: For those midday cravings.
- Vegetarian restaurant: Good to see options for everyone.
- Western breakfast & Breakfast [buffet] & Breakfast service Essential.
My dining experience? Well, let’s just say I sampled everything. The buffet breakfast was a thing of beauty, a glorious spread of everything you could possibly want. The a la carte options were delicious, I was so full after the Asian cuisine that I could barely move! The poolside bar? Crucial. The happy hour? You bet I made the most of it. Did I mention the Room Service? Brilliant. And, let’s be honest, I maybe overindulged a tiny bit. But hey, you’re on vacation!
Services and Conveniences - The Little Things That Matter
Rosich Santa Susanna provides a whole smorgasbord of services to make your life easier.
- Air conditioning in public area.
- Business facilities.
- Cash withdrawal.
- Concierge.
- Contactless check-in/out.
- Convenience store.
- Currency exchange.
- Daily housekeeping.
- Doorman.
- Dry cleaning.
- Elevator.
- Facilities for disabled guests.
- Food delivery.
- Gift/souvenir shop.
- Invoice provided.
- Ironing service.
- Laundry service.
- Luggage storage.
- Meeting/banquet facilities & Meetings & Meeting stationery.
- Outdoor venue for special events.
- Safety deposit boxes.
- Smoking area.
- Terrace.
- Xerox/fax in business center: (For those of us who still use them, I guess?)
For the Kids - Family-Friendly Fun
- Babysitting service: They have it!
- Family/child friendly: Absolutely!
- Kids facilities: Awesome!
- Kids meal: Got it.
Access, Security, and More
- CCTV in common areas & CCTV outside property: Security is a priority, which is reassuring.
- Check-in/out [express, private]: Smooth and efficient!
- Exterior corridor & Fire extinguisher & Front desk [24-hour] & Safety/security features & Security [24-hour] & Smoke alarms. They've got you covered!
- Soundproof rooms Peace and quiet.
Getting Around - Stress-Free Travel
- Airport transfer & Taxi service – easy-peasy.
- Bicycle parking.
- Car park [free of charge] & Car park [on-site] & Car power charging station & Valet parking Whatever your needs, they’ve got you!
Available in All Rooms - The Essentials (and Some Extras!)
- Additional toilet You’ll be happy about this, trust me.
- Air conditioning.
- Alarm clock.
- Bathrobes.
- Bathroom phone.
- Bathtub & Separate shower/bathtub Luxurious!
- Blackout curtains.
- Coffee/tea maker & Complimentary tea.
- Daily housekeeping.
- Desk.
- Extra long bed.
- Free bottled water.
- Hair dryer.
- High floor.
- In-room safe box.
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Okay, buckle up buttercups, because this ain't your polished travel brochure. This is CAN ROSICH, SANTA SUSANNA, SPAIN, unfiltered. Prepare for the glorious mess that is me, on holiday. God help us all.
Day 1: Arrival and the "Oh My God, This is Beautiful" Moment (Followed by the "Where's the Wifi?" Panic)
- 12:00 PM: Touchdown in Barcelona. The flight was… well, let's just say I'm pretty sure the guy next to me considered me a biological weapon. A loud, snorting biological weapon. Barcelona airport – surprisingly functional, though I did nearly lose my suitcase to a rogue luggage carousel. Pro tip: don’t wear a brightly patterned shirt, it makes you even more noticeable amidst the chaos.
- 1:30 PM: Train to Santa Susanna. The scenery? Stunning. Seriously. Olive groves, rolling hills, that impossibly blue Mediterranean… I actually gasped. I'm not even kidding. Like a proper, open-mouthed "WOW." I swear I nearly missed my stop gawping.
- 2:30 PM: Arrive at Can Rosich. My accommodation. The photos? Lied. In a good way. It's even MORE charming in person. A little stone house, with a balcony that looks over the sea. I almost wept with joy. I then immediately began panicking about the Wi-Fi. Where's the Wi-Fi?! This is a humanitarian crisis!
- 3:00 PM: Check-in. Lovely lady, speaks almost no English, I speak almost no Spanish. A beautiful, clumsy dance of gesturing and Google Translate. I think I managed to say, "Yes. I like the sea. And the wine." Nailed it.(I hope…)
- 4:00 PM: Wandered the local area, just to get my bearings. The beach! The sun! The sea breeze! Okay, I officially love this place. I got ice cream (chocolate, obviously) and promptly dropped half of it. This is the universe reminding me of my inherent clumsiness and that I'm probably going to ruin this trip.
- 6:00 PM: Found a little bar (because apparently, I'm a cliché.) Sangria. Delicious. And strong. I'm going to regret this, aren't I?
- 7:00 PM: Stumbled upon the beach. Sat there watching the sunset. It was legitimately breathtaking. I may have cried a little. Don't judge me. The beauty, the wine… it's a potent combination.
- 8:30 PM: Dinner. Paella! Sadly, not enough of the seafood. I think it was mostly rice. But hey, at this point, I'm so relaxed I don't care! (Still searching for that Wi-Fi though).
- 9:30 PM: bed, ready for tomorow… which… is already a mystery
Day 2: The Beach, The Sun, and The Art of Over-Thinking (And a Serious Case of Sunburn)
- 9:00 AM: Woke up to the sound of seagulls! Romantic. I also woke up feeling… well, let's just say the Sangria from last night had a powerful after-effect.
- 10:00 AM: Beach. I am now a professional beach bum. Or at least, I aspire to be. Spent a glorious hour basking in the sun. Then, promptly forgot to reapply sunscreen. (See, I told you I'd mess this up).
- 11:00 AM: The Sunburn. Ouch. My skin is screaming. I look like a lobster. I've learned my lesson. I am sure I have.
- 12:00 PM: Lunch, at a beachside cafe. I ordered patatas bravas (because… Spain!). They were amazing. Then, I spent way too long watching other people and wondering if they had their lives together. (Spoiler alert: they didn't).
- 1:00 PM: Nap time! My sunburn needed some healing shade, and my brain could do with some as well.
- 2:00 PM: Took a stroll into the local markets, there were some interesting things, but I am no longer good with heat stroke, and my sunburn.
- 3:00 PM: Back to the beach to watch the sunset.
- 5:00 PM: Started a book I'd brought with me. It was lovely. Then I started overthinking my life, and the book became less lovely, and more of a weapon against my brain and it's ability to do well.
- 7:00 PM: Dinner at a Tapas bar. So many little plates of deliciousness. I ate WAY too much. And the wine… oh, the wine. I'm starting to think I have a problem. But hey, who cares? I'm on holiday!
- 8:00 PM: I met some locals! (Or, I think I did. They spoke mostly Catalan, and I speak mostly… well, "eh?" and "gracias." We did a lot of smiling and pointing. I hope they weren't saying nasty things about the sunburned foreigner…)
- 9:00 PM: Back to my little house. The Wi-Fi still eludes me. I'm starting to embrace the digital detox. (Mostly. Okay, I’m seriously considering climbing the internet pole to try to steal the neighbor's Wi-Fi…)
- 10:00 PM: Sleep (hopefully).
Day 3: A Day Trip to Blanes & The Time I Tried to Speak Spanish (And Failed Spectaculary)
- 9:00 AM: Up and at 'em (well, after a generous amount of coffee to combat the wine hangover). Today: Blanes!
- 10:00 AM: Train to Blanes. Again, gorgeous scenery. The train rattled along the coast, and I had a profound moment of feeling like I was in a movie. The kind of movie where the protagonist is slightly clumsy, frequently overthinks, and somehow, against all odds, stumbles into happiness.
- 11:00 AM: Blanes! The botanical gardens were utterly stunning. Flowers I'd never seen before, views that made me want to cry (again). I wandered around, feeling ridiculously at peace.
- 1:00 PM: Lunch in Blanes. Okay, this is where the "trying to speak Spanish" part comes in. I attempted to order paella. It went like this: "Hola… uh… paella… para… me?… uh… por favor?" The waiter looked mildly amused. I think he understood. He brought me paella. It was a success! But my accent… oh dear. I sounded like a dying cat.
- 2:00 PM: Explored the Blanes. The harbor was full of colorful boats, and I spent a happy hour watching the fishermen.
- 3:00 PM: Back to Santa Susanna. Tired, sun-kissed, and slightly overwhelmed by the beauty of it all.
- 4:00 PM: Back to my room, and then, again, to the beach.
- 5:00 PM: Read my book, then started to think about my family and the fact that I missed them, so I sent them a short message.
- 6:00 PM: Walked into town, ate some cheese, and then ice cream!
- 8:00 PM: Dinner. Decided to be brave and tried another tapas bar. The waiter was super friendly, and I managed to order patatas bravas (again!), and even managed to ask for more wine. I'm improving! (I'm probably not).
- 9:00 PM: My last swim!
- 10:00 PM: packing… sob
- 12:00 PM: Sleep (maybe. I'm also dreading leaving).
Day 4: Departure & The "I Don't Want to Leave" Drama
- 8:00 AM: Wake up, feeling a mixture of sadness and the desire to stay forever.
- 9:00 AM: A final, tearful farewell to the beach. Goodbye, gorgeous sea! Goodbye, endless sun! Goodbye, ice cream vendors!
- 10:00 AM: Check out of accommodation.
- 10:30 AM: Train to Barcelona.
- 12:00 AM: Airport. The end.
Final Thoughts:
This trip was messy, slightly embarrassing, and utterly, utterly wonderful. I fell in love with Santa Susanna. I ate too much. I drank too much. I nearly got arrested trying to steal Wi-Fi. I got a sunburn that's going to haunt my pale skin for weeks. And I wouldn't change a single second of it.
Now, bring on the next adventure! Where to? Who knows! But I'm already dreaming of where I'll be going next… And planning my next trip to Spain, and hoping the Wi-Fi situation
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Rosich Santa Susanna: You Need to Know This Stuff Before You Go! (Trust Me!)
Okay, So... What *is* Santa Susanna, Anyway? Is it Just a Beach, or... ?
Alright, picture this: You've seen the brochures, right? Sun-drenched beaches, happy families building sandcastles, maybe a couple canoodling under a palm tree. Sounds amazing, right? Well, Santa Susanna IS pretty darn close to that. But it's more than just a beach. It's a vibe.
It's that feeling of finally, *finally* relaxing. It’s that smell of the sea mixing with paella cooking—pure bliss! It’s... well, it's a bit of a chameleon. Santa Susanna can be whatever you want it to be. Lazy beach bum? Done. Trying to learn Spanish by butchering every sentence? Also, done (speaking from experience!). Want to party until the sun comes up? You probably *could*, though maybe not my cup of tea anymore, haha. I'm a bit past my prime party days.
Think of it as a gateway. Gateway to the Med, gateway to tapas, gateway to finally understanding that the siesta? Genius. Just pure, unadulterated genius.
Seriously, The Beaches... Are They Worth the Hype? Because… you know, pictures can lie.
Okay, the beaches. This is a big one. Listen, I’m gonna be brutally honest: sometimes, the pictures DO lie. Not *always*, but… you've been there, right? Expectations, shattered by seaweed and crowded space? NOPE. Not in Santa Susanna (mostly!).
The main beach, Playa de Llevant, is pretty darn good. Golden sand, clean water (generally!), and it stretches on FOREVER, so even in peak season (ugh, July… try to avoid it if you can), you can usually find a spot to plop down and pretend you're the only one there. There's also a bit of a breeze, which is a Godsend if you’re anything like me and prefer a good, strong roast like a well-done steak instead of that whole sun-kissed, bronzed look. I'm more of a "lobster" type during my first days.
And the best part? The bars RIGHT on the beach. Sipping a sangria while watching the sun go down… yeah, that's the good life. Just watch out for the seagulls! They're ruthless about your lunch… I learned that the hard way. They took my entire tortilla I brought from my hotel.
Food. Crucial Question: What's the Food Scene Like? (Gimme the Lowdown!)
Food. My personal favorite subject. Forget diets, forget salads (okay, maybe a couple, for appearances). THIS is where you live a little. The food in Santa Susanna is… well, it’s Spanish. Which means it’s generally amazing.
Tapas are king. Honestly, you could spend your entire trip just hopping from tapas bar to tapas bar, sampling everything from patatas bravas (spicy potatoes – YES!) to gambas al ajillo (garlic shrimp – DOUBLE YES!). DO IT. Don't even think twice. It's basically compulsory. I strongly recommend you walk by the shore lines, and when you see one of the many restaurants, walk in. You would be surprised by how many hidden gems are there.
Paella? Obvious, but essential. Find a place that looks busy with locals, and you’re onto a winner. And don't be afraid to try some of the local seafood. It's fresh, delicious, and you’ll feel like you’re truly experiencing Spain. (Plus, you'll have to work up the nerve to order in Spanish... more on that later!).
Oh! And another recommendation, Don't forget the *churros con chocolate*! Especially in the morning after a night out.
Okay, let's talk about the *other* stuff... What is there to DO besides eat, drink, and beach? (Though, honestly, that would be enough!)
Alright, so maybe you're not *just* about lounging. Maybe you're one of those people who actually *wants* to, like, *do* things on vacation. Fine. Santa Susanna has got you covered.
There are some historical sites. A few old towers, churches, that kind of thing. Honestly? I didn’t spend a lot of time at them. I tried, I really did! But frankly, the sun called. And the sangria. And… well, you get the picture.
Water sports are a big deal. Jet skis, parasailing, banana boats (pure chaos – highly recommended!). There's also hiking in the surrounding hills, which actually sounds… quite nice, if you're into that sort of thing. I am not.
And then there are day trips. Barcelona is easily accessible. (OMG, GO TO BARCELONA! So much to see and do!). There's Girona, which is beautiful. And you can easily make other day trips like to Blanes even, if you want to diversify your scenery a bit.
How's the Nightlife? Because, let's be real, sometimes a quiet evening isn't the vibe.
Right, so the nightlife. This is where things get… variable. Santa Susanna isn’t Ibiza, okay? It's not all thumping techno and neon lights. But it has a good buzz. There is something for everyone.
Hotel bars are always an option. They usually have live music or a DJ. Then there are a few proper clubs, which get going late. But, honestly, most people seem to just hang around the bars, drinking, chatting, and soaking up the atmosphere. And that's what I did for most of it
It's not exactly a wild party scene, but it's definitely lively. There's a good mix of ages and nationalities. It's fun, it's relaxed, and it's safe. Which is what I like. You can leave your wallet out in plain sight, you know? But maybe I'm getting old. Anyway, if you ARE looking for something rowdy, I wouldn't necessarily recommend Santa Susanna. But for a good night out? Absolutely.
Dealing with that pesky language barrier... How good is the English? And, uh... do I need to brush up on my Spanish? (Help!)
Okay, language. This is a big one… and, for me, something I’ve never quite mastered (much to the amusement of many). In Santa Susanna, you'll be perfectly fine with English in most major hotels, restaurants, and tourist areas.
But! And it's a big but: TRY to learn some basic Spanish. "Hola." "Gracias." "Por favor." Even just a few phrases will make your experience a million times better. The locals *appreciate* the effort, even if your pronunciation is atrocious (mine is!). It also gives you an insight into actually getting around and seeing what there is to see.
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