Partner Spotlight: Camping Les Medes Partners — L’Horta de Can Patxei, Hotel Medes II & El Nus de Pedra

Planning a Costa Brava escape and looking for trusted local picks for meals, extra nights, or a quiet rural break? This Partner Spotlight highlights key Camping Les Medes partners so you can book with confidence: L’Horta de Can Patxei, Hotel Medes II, and El Nus de Pedra. In this guide, you’ll learn what each offers, why we recommend them, and how to fit them seamlessly into your L’Estartit itinerary—alongside helpful tips, quick answers, and links to related topics on our site.

Why these Camping Les Medes partners matter

A great stay is about more than a comfortable pitch or bungalow—it’s about the wider ecosystem of experiences around you. These partners are hand-picked to complement your time at Camping Les Medes with authentic food, convenient stays for divers and groups, and peaceful rural accommodation.

• Consistency you can trust: Each partner shares a welcoming, family-forward ethos that pairs well with a campsite known for year-round hospitality.
• Fit-for-purpose options: From a restaurant focused on responsibly sourced produce to a hotel with facilities for dive equipment, to a restored rural farmhouse offering quality stays, these partners help you plan the right experience for every moment of your trip.
• Easy trip planning: Combine them with onsite highlights like the [Aquàtica diving center], our [Surroundings] recommendations, and the [FAQ] for practical details.

L’Horta de Can Patxei — Farm-fresh dining in Gualta

What it is: A family-run restaurant set in a rural environment in the municipality of Gualta.

Why we recommend it: L’Horta de Can Patxei is conscious of artisanal cultivation and the environment, producing with the clear intention of offering maximum quality in their products. If you value responsibly sourced ingredients and a countryside setting, this is a natural choice for a memorable meal during your stay.

How it fits your itinerary:

• Pair a lunch or dinner here with a culture-rich day trip to nearby medieval towns such as Peratallada (12 km) or Pals (15 km), or with a visit to Ullastret (15 km) and its Iberian settlement.
• After exploring the coast at L’Estartit, refuel with produce-driven cooking in a calm rural atmosphere.

Pro tip: Responsible, small-scale cultivation often aligns with seasonal availability. Expect menus that reflect what’s best at the time—an easy way to eat well while reducing your footprint.

Hotel Medes II — A friendly, dive-ready base for families and groups

What it is: A family hotel with a warm, friendly atmosphere, suitable for family or group vacations. Notably, it also offers facilities prepared for dive equipment.

Why we recommend it: If you’re here to explore the Medes Islands by boat, the hotel’s dive-friendly setup helps smooth logistics for individuals and groups who travel with gear. It’s a practical complement to the area’s world-class underwater experiences.

Perfect pairings with Aquàtica:

• Aquàtica, located within Camping Les Medes (onsite since 2017), organizes all dives by boat inside the Montgrí, Medes Islands and Baix Ter Natural Park and limits divers per rotation, splitting into two or three small groups, each with a staff member. This approach keeps things comfortable aboard and underwater.
• Their facilities support learning and logistics, including an SSI-equipped classroom, a dedicated area to gear up, shower, desalinate and store equipment (the “campa”), and a private pool for first contacts during courses. Transport to the boat is provided by van, and the dive boat Maria Mir accommodates around 18 divers (approved for 25 places).

If you plan a dive-focused holiday, Hotel Medes II’s dive-ready facilities can be an excellent fit before or after your campsite stay. For dive planning or training, you can contact Aquàtica directly at +34 972 750 656 or +34 609 311 133, or email info@aquatica.cat.

El Nus de Pedra — A tastefully restored rural farmhouse for quality stays

What it is: A restored masia (farmhouse) offering quality rural accommodation—family-oriented, quiet, and with a welcoming, close-to-nature feel.

Why we recommend it: When you’d like to book a peaceful rural getaway, El Nus de Pedra delivers a tranquil base with the character of a traditional farmhouse. It’s ideal if you want to balance your coastal time in L’Estartit with countryside calm.

How it fits your itinerary:

• Add a rural interlude to your Costa Brava plan—before arriving at Camping Les Medes, or after a week of seaside activities.
• Combine with inland day trips such as La Bisbal d’Empordà (23 km) for ceramics, Girona (40 km) for historic charm, or Figueres (42 km) to visit the Dalí Theatre-Museum.

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Practical takeaways to plan your stay

• Build your plan around what matters most to you:
  1. Dining: Book L’Horta de Can Patxei if you value responsibly sourced, artisanal produce in a rural setting.
  2. Diving: Combine Hotel Medes II’s dive-ready conveniences with Aquàtica’s small-group dive philosophy inside the Natural Park.
  3. Rural calm: Choose El Nus de Pedra for a quiet, quality farmhouse stay before or after your seaside days.
• Use our [Surroundings] guide to structure your days. Great nearby options include Peratallada (12 km), Pals (15 km), Ullastret (15 km), Sant Martí d’Empúries (21 km), La Bisbal d’Empordà (23 km), Girona (40 km) and Figueres (42 km).
• For dive plans or questions on training, reach out to Aquàtica: +34 972 750 656, +34 609 311 133, info@aquatica.cat.
• Remember core campsite conveniences that simplify logistics: two supermarkets in the immediate vicinity, an on-site electric vehicle charging point, and a snack bar-pizzeria with a comfortable indoor area (including a billiards table) and a spacious terrace.
• Time your arrival well: Bungalow check-in from 16:00; check-out by 10:00. Pitch arrivals and departures follow regular reception hours.

Quick answers (optimized for snippets)

• What makes L’Horta de Can Patxei a good choice?
  It’s a family restaurant in rural Gualta focused on artisanal cultivation and environmental awareness, aiming for maximum product quality.

• Is Hotel Medes II suitable for divers?
  Yes. It offers facilities prepared for dive equipment, making it convenient for dive-focused trips and groups.

• What kind of stay does El Nus de Pedra offer?
  A tastefully restored rural farmhouse with quality accommodation—quiet, family-friendly and close to nature.

• Where do Aquàtica’s dives take place?
  All dives are by boat inside the Montgrí, Medes Islands and Baix Ter Natural Park, with limited group sizes and two or three small groups per rotation.

• Is Camping Les Medes open all year?
  Yes, the campsite is open year-round.

• Are there supermarkets close to the campsite?
  Yes. Two supermarkets are in the immediate vicinity of Camping Les Medes.

How to weave partners into your itinerary

• Start with the essentials: check our [Map] and [FAQ] for practical planning (arrival times, services, and facilities).
• Choose your anchors: a farm-to-table meal at L’Horta de Can Patxei, a dive-ready night at Hotel Medes II, and a rural reset at El Nus de Pedra.
• Add day trips that match your interests—from medieval villages and Iberian heritage to ceramics, city history, and art.
• If you’re diving, use Aquàtica’s small-group approach and dedicated facilities to make the most of the Natural Park.

Conclusion

From artisanal dining to dive-friendly stays and farmhouse calm, these Camping Les Medes partners help you shape a richer, easier Costa Brava itinerary. Ready to plan? Book your pitch or bungalow, sketch your day trips, and add the partner experiences that fit your style.

Need help aligning dates and logistics? Contact Camping Les Medes at +34 972 75 18 05 or info@campinglesmedes.com. For diving, reach Aquàtica at +34 972 750 656, +34 609 311 133, or info@aquatica.cat.

Bolded references for internal linking opportunities: [Aquàtica diving center], [Surroundings], [FAQ], [Map].