I went to Girona (from London) for a weekend of cycling and visiting an old friend. Cycling was great on Saturday (www.gironacycling.com) but friend missed a flight and so I had to fend for myself for Sat night. Gareth from Girona Cycling puts up guests at this local inn. I wanted to stay in the Girona centre and enjoy some tapas and late night dining, but agreed that perhaps staying 20k out from the centre in a restored church / rectory could be interesting and restful after 120k of rolling, climbing riding. The room was wonderful - small, elegant, with sponge-daubed-painted walls in an angelic blue, dark wood floors, a spacious bathroom, best bed ever, free wifi. The garden is tranquil, the pool perfect. The 3-course dinner I had was incredible (20 euro and 10 for a bottle of the best wine). Breakfast was an assortment of breads, sausages, cereals, fruits. The countryside was perfect for cycling one day and trail running the next (hiking is great around here as well with... more