The Sitges Film Festival is one of the most important events in fantasy cinema worldwide. If you want to stay in Sitges during the festival, you need to book months in advance.
The Sitges International Fantastic Film Festival is one of the most important film events in the world in its genre. Every October, for ten days, Sitges becomes the world capital of horror, science fiction and fantasy cinema. The festival attracts more than 150,000 visitors and makes Sitges one of the most sought-after destinations on the Catalan coast in autumn.
Sitges Film Festival 2025 dates
The Sitges Film Festival 2025 takes place from 9 to 19 October. Main screenings are held at the Auditori de Sitges and the Cine Retiro, though there are screenings and parallel activities at various venues around the town. The opening and closing ceremonies are the moments of highest attendance.
Why accommodation in Sitges during the festival sells out months in advance
The festival coincides with the low season on the Catalan coast, which means accommodation demand far exceeds available supply. Hotels in central Sitges sell out within hours once the official festival dates are announced, typically in spring. Tourist apartments are the most popular alternative for those who want to stay in the centre without paying hotel prices during festival season.
Accommodation options during the festival
| Accommodation type | Estimated price/night | Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist apartment in the centre | €120–€200 | More space, kitchen, price per group | Very limited availability |
| 3* hotel in Sitges | €180–€280 | Services included | High price, minimal availability |
| Apartment in Vilanova or Sant Pere | €80–€130 | Greater availability, lower price | Travel to festival (20 min by train) |
| Accommodation in Barcelona | €90–€150 | Wide availability | 45 min by train to the festival |
When to book for the Sitges Film Festival 2025
The recommendation is to book as soon as the official festival dates are announced, typically between March and April. Tourist apartments in central Sitges for the festival dates are usually fully booked before June. If you leave it late, the best alternatives are apartments in Vilanova i la Geltrú or Sant Pere de Ribes, which are 15–20 minutes by train from Sitges and have availability until a few weeks before the festival.
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