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Varied buffet dining with live cooking, Expansive water park and splash zones
Rooms with scenic sea views, Dynamic buffet with show cooking
Diverse dining with al fresco option, On-site bowling alley and game room
Buffet dining with live cooking, Dedicated kids' club activities
Panoramic bay and sunset views, Mediterranean buffet dining
Rooms with sea or PortAventura views, Relaxing spa and wellness facilities
Diverse buffet with Mediterranean cuisine, Dedicated kids' play area
Multiple outdoor swimming pools, Varied buffet and à la carte dining
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Mexican-themed dining experiences, Unique shipwreck-themed pool
Diverse buffet with show cooking, Relaxing spa and wellness area
Spa and wellness center, Varied buffet dining with show cooking
Restaurant with diverse cuisine, Outdoor pool with sun loungers
Central location near attractions, Freshly prepared breakfast buffet
Diverse buffet with show cooking, Halloween tunnel of terror
International buffet dining, Spa and wellness offerings
Halloween themed decorations and events, Tour desk for local excursions
Prime central Salou location, Outdoor pools for all ages
Proximity to PortAventura theme park, Family-focused aquatic fun
Recently renovated rooms and studios, Playground and mini golf on-site
Family-focused water park fun, Immersive resort design
Panoramic sea views from rooms, Diverse buffet with show cooking
Diverse dining with themed restaurants, Exclusive PortAventura Park access
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Variety of dining options, Lively karaoke rooms and bar
Relaxing spa area with sauna, On-site mini-golf for family fun
Buffet restaurant with show cooking, Modern and recently renovated property
Rooftop terrace with two hot tubs, Daily buffet breakfast
Varied buffet with show cooking, Renovated modern accommodations
Terrace bar with panoramic ocean vistas, Mediterranean cuisine with sea views
Proximity to PortAventura Park, Diverse buffet with show cooking
Panoramic sea view rooms, Accessible coves for snorkeling
Family-friendly facilities and activities, Two outdoor pools for relaxation
Prime location near beach and attractions, Mediterranean buffet with show cooking
Themed buffet with show cooking, Family-friendly amenities
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Boasting an enviable setting on the Spanish Golden Coast, the Costa Dorada town of Salou notches up around seven million overnight stays each year. Tourists, most of whom originate from Spain, Britain, and France, come for the 300 annual days of sunshine, the shallow blue waters, family-friendly attractions, and vibrant nightlife. Accommodation typically comes in the form of holiday homes and beach hotels, the latter offering a variety of self-catering, half-board, and all-inclusive options. Accommodation and dining here are not particularly expensive although securing one of the many late deals available may make a good price even sweeter.
Salou offers a choice of two main beaches, each one clean and easily accessible on either side of the town’s port. Playa Ponent, to the west of the port and linked to neighbouring Cambrils, is lined with al fresco eateries. The larger Playa Llevant, a Blue Flag beach on the east side of the port, features a children’s playground. Sun loungers and parasols are typically available to hire from the numerous beach peddlers. In the high season, the beaches in Salou can get fairly hectic. Those who seek a quieter experience may wish to take the 15-minute drive along the coast to Cambrils. Here you’ll find that the sheer number of beaches - nine in total - allows most people to enjoy a spot to themselves. If you want to enjoy water sports and don’t mind the crowds, the water sports centre at La Pineda, 15 minutes east of Salou, offers jet-skis and pedalos for hire.
The retail scene in Salou is much the same as you’ll find in any coastal town in Catalonia. Many shops along the seafront focus on offering tourist essentials such as towels, inflatables, and sun cream, although, as you might expect, there’s a fair number of souvenir shops too. Wider shopping opportunities can be found in the town’s many narrow side streets as well as in the Old Town area. As well as a broader selection of shops, Old Town plays hosts to the town’s once-weekly market. When it’s time for a break, you can rest up for a while in one of the town’s many eateries. Years of British visitors have left a distinctly English flavour to many of the restaurants but it’s still possible to find traditional dining spots. No matter where you choose to eat, you can reasonably expect at least some form of seafood to be on the menu.
If you’re something of a thrill seeker, you can rest assured that Salou delivers. Adrenaline Park is perhaps lesser known than parks in the wider area but is a must-visit for families nonetheless. The facilities here include a 900-metre karting circuit and an amusement arcade, not to mention highlights such as the bungee trampoline and rocket. You’ll also be ideally placed to visit the nearby PortAventura World, home to the Ferrari Land and PortAventura theme parks and the Caribe Aquatic Park. More water-based fun can be had at the Aquopolis Waterpark near La Pineda; a popular park offering interactive dolphin and sea lion experiences. All the area’s theme and water parks are easily accessible thanks to regular local bus services. Hotels in Salou, as in the rest of Spain, often have an information stand where you can pick up a map of the town’s bus stops, although, if in doubt, most routes include a stop along Jaume I Promenade.
Salou may be focussed on beach life but that doesn’t mean you’ll have to go without your culture fix. The town is home to the 1766 Church of Santa María del Mar while, just 20 minutes east of Salou, Tarragona offers up culture by the bucket load. The older part of the city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000 and home to some of Europe’s best-preserved Roman remains, features attractions such as Aurelian Way, a 2nd-century amphitheatre, and the National Archaeological Museum of Tarragona (MNAT). A longer drive of a little over an hour brings a trip to Barcelona into play. Cultural attractions here are seemingly endless although highlights for many visitors include Las Ramblas, the Picasso and Barcelona FC Museums, and Placa Reial. You can also visit the Antonio Gaudi-designed Sagrada Familia; a basilica that is expected to remain under construction until around 2030.
While you should be able to explore the likes of Tarragona and Barcelona under your own steam, tours and excursions led by expert local guides are readily available in Salou. You could satisfy your sense of adventure by heading off to explore the Spanish countryside in a jeep convoy; destinations such as the tiny hamlet of Siurana, the old medieval village of Prades, and the hermitage of Montroig may well form part of your itinerary. For those who like to take life at a slower pace, you might choose to forego the jeeps and head off on horseback instead or perhaps set off on a luxury catamaran cruise. The options are pretty much endless and with most local tour guides offering convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, it couldn’t be easier to get involved.
In Salou, you might want to check out Hotel Best Cap Salou, PortAventura Hotel Caribe, Blaumar Hotel, Sol Costa Daurada. These hotels come highly recommended by many travelers.
For a taste of luxury in Salou, you might want to explore Gran Palas Hotel - Spa incluido, PortAventura Hotel Lucy's Mansion, Domatsea Salou Paradise, Apartamentos Aventura Salou. These hotels are known for their superior amenities and high-class services.
Traveling with pets? The hotels Hotel Salou Beach Rentalmar, Salou Pacific Rentalmar, Hotel Salou Sunset - Adults Recommended - by Pierre & Vacances, Pierre & Vacances Salou Apartamentos could be ideal. These hotels are not only pet-friendly but also offer numerous amenities to make your pets feel at home.
If you’re looking for a relaxing spa experience during your stay in Salou, check out Hotel Best Cap Salou, Blaumar Hotel, Sol Costa Daurada, H10 Mediterranean Village – all of which offer great spa services and facilities.
If you’re looking for a hotel with a pool in Salou, check out Hotel Best Cap Salou, PortAventura Hotel Caribe, Blaumar Hotel, Sol Costa Daurada – all of which offer great pool facilities for guests to enjoy.
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