"There’s more to Catalonia than just bustling Barcelona — Girona is a destination in its own right, the home of an ancient Roman citadel, medieval baths, and the largest Jewish quarter in Catalonia, just half an hour’s train ride away from the capital city. And 30 minutes from Girona, near the French border, is Hotel Mas Lazuli, a 17-room boutique housed in a historic convent that dates to the 11th century. Life is a little less frantic here — this is the sun-drenched Costa Brava, complete with historic landmarks and a slowed-down pace that encourages you to indulge in a siesta instead of squeezing in a visit to another museum." - Tablet Hotels