Salou Travel Guide

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Salou is the perfect combination of golden beaches and Mediterranean climate, spiced with a lively night-life, fascinating historical sites and tonnes of adrenaline at PortAventura.

Get a cheap holiday deal to Salou and discover all the attractions of a destination considered the capital of the Costa Daurada. Leave the stresses of life behind and wander along the sunny shoreline of the long Ponent beach or take the Camí de Ronda, a coastal path that starts from Llevant beach and continues for 3 miles alongside the Mediterranean, around Cape Salou, seeing numerous charming coves along the way. Instantly you'll understand why so many people look for holiday deals to Salou each year. End your walk at the lighthouse painted a pretty red or at Pilons, the ideal spot for saying goodbye to the warm day as you watch a multicoloured sky at sunset.

Get a flight + hotel package deal to Salou and set aside some time to visit the Barenys Roman villa, a small museum that houses the remains from a Roman archaeological site. Go inside a circular kiln where the amphoras and other ceramic pieces were fired and imagine how the craftsmen worked.

If it's thrills, breathtaking attractions and incredible shows you're after, PortAventura theme park is a must. Only a few minutes by car from Salou, enjoy a family day-out with the magic of the Far West or SesamoAventura where even the littlest will never forget the experience.

Take advantage of a holiday deal to Salou and taste the local cuisine. Its proximity to the port guarantees that you'll try the freshest of produce. Sample some of the local wines from designations of origin such as Montsant and Priorat. Afterwards, unwind to the rhythm of the night with Salou's long-established night-life.

To reach Salou, fly to Barcelona or Reus airport. You can also get there by high-speed train from other Spanish cities, as the city is only a short distance from the Tarragona-Camp de Tarragona train station.

Beyond golden sandy beaches, Salou has everything you're looking for: fun, food, history and sensations you'll never forget.

Where to stay in Salou

Salou which includes rugged coastline, a coastal town and general coastal views

Salou City Centre

4/5(97 area reviews)

Unique features of Salou City Centre include the waterfront views and spas. Make a stop by Illuminated Fountain or Llevant Beach while you're exploring the area.

Salou City Centre
htop Molinos Park
htop Molinos Park
3 out of 5
Carrer del Bosc del Qüec, Salou
The price is ฿1,304 per night from 30 May to 31 May
฿1,304
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Salou. Enjoy free WiFi, room service and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions PortAventura World and Cambrils Beach are ...
6.2/10 (482 reviews)
Molinos park
"I’ve stayed here many times for the price I paid I consider it great value for money especially with medium pension saves me thinking and cooking food. Rooms are basic but comfortable. Thank you molinis hotel"

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2024

htop Molinos Park
Hotel Jaime I
Hotel Jaime I
3 out of 5
c/ Logronyo, 15, Salou
The price is ฿1,442 per night from 16 May to 17 May
฿1,442
per night
16 May - 17 May
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Salou. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 poolside bars and free water park access. Popular attractions PortAventura World ...
7.2/10 Good! (557 reviews)
Thumbs up from us
"We’ve been here a few times and really like it. Food is varied and something for everyone. Pools and splash area for kids. Park indoor and outdoor. Rooms are clean and spacious. Entertainment is mainly in Spanish and not English. Staff are all friendly enough. Short walk into town and to clean beach. ..."

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2024

Hotel Jaime I
Blaumar Hotel Salou
Blaumar Hotel Salou
4 out of 5
C/ Joan Miarnau Ciurana, 4, Paseo Jaime I s/n, Salou
The price is ฿3,231 per night from 5 May to 6 May
฿3,231
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Salou. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions PortAventura World and Cambrils Beach ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (329 reviews)
Fantastic
"Lovely clean well maintained hotel. Very nice boutique style rooms and lovely staff. Literally over the road from the beach, will go back again"

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2024

Blaumar Hotel Salou
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Ona Jardines Paraisol
Ona Jardines Paraisol
2 out of 5
Carrer Ciudad de Reus, 19 , Bajo, Salou
Stay at this aparthotel in Salou. Enjoy an outdoor pool, WiFi and on-site parking. Popular attractions PortAventura World and Cambrils Beach are located nearby. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (271 reviews)
"i will come back"

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2024

Ona Jardines Paraisol
Blaumar Hotel Salou
Blaumar Hotel Salou
4 out of 5
C/ Joan Miarnau Ciurana, 4, Paseo Jaime I s/n, Salou
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Salou. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions PortAventura World and Cambrils Beach ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (329 reviews)
Fantastic
"Lovely clean well maintained hotel. Very nice boutique style rooms and lovely staff. Literally over the road from the beach, will go back again"

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2024

Blaumar Hotel Salou
Pierre & Vacances Salou
Pierre & Vacances Salou
3.5 out of 5
Avenida Pompeu Fabra, n 25, Salou, Tarragona
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified apartment in Salou. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools and on-site parking. Popular attractions PortAventura World and Cambrils ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (407 reviews)
"family friendly clean walking distance to all ammenities"

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2024

Pierre & Vacances Salou
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Salou

4.2
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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4 - Good
64
" "4 - Good 45.39007092198582%
3 - Okay
19
" "3 - Okay 13.47517730496454%
2 - Disappointing
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" "2 - Disappointing 2.127659574468085%
1 - Terrible
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" "1 - Terrible 0.7092198581560284%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
26 Jan 2020

Salou is a lovely place to relax anytime of year

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
5 Nov 2019

Don't expect to find any decent places to eat, it's all chips burgers and stuff like that. Even though I like junk food, I was glad to get home.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
3 Nov 2019

Portaventura world is a must

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller
1 Nov 2019

I felt Salou was grubby in places. We had a meal and the food was not very good. there was a meal that we disputed to pay for and after leaving the premise were followed by a group of 8 people calling themselves security until we had to pay. not good

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
28 Oct 2019

Wonderful break apart from parking issue

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
17 Oct 2019

Lovely beaches and great for shopping and great bus service to other towns, Nice and clean everywhere and short drive from Reus airport. Would go to Salou again but not in the same hotel

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