Sitges, the Catalan coastal town known for its beaches and cultural festivals, has a new boutique hotel. CASA METT Sitges opened this year within a cluster of early 20th-century Noucentista villas that previously housed the Hotel Capri. The property, managed by Sunset Hospitality Group, offers just 38 rooms and suites, making it an intimate base for exploring the town.
The hotel’s location is one of its main draws: it lies roughly 100 metres from the sand and within a short walk of Sitges’ historic centre, where visitors can find the 17th-century Church of Sant Bartolomeu and Santa Tecla and the Maricel Palace, a prime example of Noucentista architecture. For travellers who want both beach time and cultural sightseeing, the setting is hard to beat.
Adults-only retreat with wellness and dining
CASA METT is restricted to guests aged 18 and over, positioning it as a quiet escape for couples and solo travellers. The hotel’s wellness area includes two treatment rooms, one of which is a double cabin designed for couples, plus a sauna. Outside, a swimming pool doubles as the venue for the Pool Club, where guests can order cocktails and listen to music from lunch until sunset.
Dining centres on Balera, an Italian-Mediterranean restaurant whose menu draws inspiration from the Italian coast. Expect fresh pasta, artisanal pizzettas, and desserts such as tiramisu. The restaurant’s name and dishes reflect a broader trend in European hospitality of blending local heritage with Mediterranean flavours.
Sitges itself has long been a favourite among European travellers, particularly for its LGBTQ nightlife, which peaks during pride in June and bear week in September. The town’s beaches have also earned international recognition; one was recently ranked among the top 20 in the world. The new hotel adds to a growing list of boutique openings across southern Europe, from cliffside suites on Crete to heritage conversions in Belgium, such as Ghent’s 1898 Porter’s House.
The restoration of the Noucentista villas is part of a wider effort to preserve Catalonia’s architectural heritage while adapting it for modern use. Noucentisme, a cultural movement that flourished in the early 1900s, sought to modernise Catalan art and architecture while drawing on classical and Mediterranean traditions. By repurposing these villas, CASA METT keeps that legacy alive in a functional, contemporary setting.
For those planning a summer visit, Sitges was named one of the trending destinations earlier this year, and the opening of CASA METT provides a new option for travellers seeking a more refined, adults-only experience. The hotel’s proximity to both the beach and the old town means guests can easily alternate between lounging by the sea and exploring the town’s narrow streets, galleries, and bars.
As European tourism continues to rebound, boutique hotels like CASA METT are responding to a demand for smaller, design-led properties that offer a sense of place. The hotel’s focus on wellness, dining, and adult-only quietude reflects broader shifts in travel preferences, where experiences and authenticity often outweigh sheer size.
With its blend of historic architecture, modern amenities, and a prime location, CASA METT Sitges is likely to attract both first-time visitors and those returning to a town that has long been a favourite on the Catalan coast.
