Where to Stay in Salou
Salou is small, but each part of town has its own feel. Planning a romantic break? Head for the centre near Llevant Beach, where adults-only hotels sit close to shops and tapas bars. Travelling with children? The Capellans area offers big family hotels with pools and slides. Prefer peace and quiet? Pick a hotel in the pine-covered coves of Cap Salou. Finally, theme park fans can stay right beside PortAventura. Our guide to Salou covers the town in more detail. Each area also has hotels for different budgets. Read on to find the area that suits your holiday best, then pick a hotel that fits.
Llevant Beach and the town centre
This is Salou at its liveliest. You can walk to the beach, the promenade and plenty of restaurants. Expect more evening buzz here than elsewhere. It also works well if you do not plan to hire a car. Shops, bars and the Luminous Fountain light show are all close by.
Hotel Blaumar sits on Passeig de Jaume I, close to the beach. It is known for casual-chic suites with kitchenettes, two pools and a spa. Google reviewers give it 4.4 out of 5. Families love the kids’ activities and the salt-water children’s pool. Get directions.
Magnolia Hotel is an upscale, adults-only boutique stay with a pool and spa. Google reviewers rate it 4.4 out of 5. Guests often mention the friendly staff, big rooms with balconies and a beach just two minutes away. Many also enjoy how quiet it feels at night. Get directions.
H10 Vintage Salou is another adults-only option, known for its rooftop terrace with a plunge pool. It scores 4.4 out of 5 on Google. Reviewers praise the central location, helpful staff and varied buffet. However, a few say the walls are thin. Get directions.
Hotel Olympus Palace lies about five minutes from Llevant Beach. It is known for minimalist rooms with private terraces, two pools and a rooftop lounge bar with a hot tub. Google reviewers give it 4.4 out of 5. It suits families and couples alike. Get directions.
H10 Delfín is a modern, adults-only hotel a short stroll from Llevant Beach. It is known for three outdoor pools, including a rooftop plunge pool, and its Mediterranean restaurant. Google reviewers give it 4.3 out of 5. Bright rooms with private balconies add a cheerful touch. Get directions.
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Capellans and Pompeu Fabra avenue
Families love this leisure zone. Big hotels line the avenue, and Capellans Beach is a short walk away. Pools, buffets and kids’ clubs come as standard.
Golden Avenida Family Suites offers 180 airy suites, plus indoor and outdoor pools. It is known for roomy family space. Google reviewers give it a high 4.6 out of 5. It sits about 800 metres from Llevant Beach. Get directions.
Hotel Golden Port Salou & Spa is famous for its eight pools, both indoor and outdoor. Its buffet serves regional and Mediterranean dishes. Google reviewers rate it 4.4 out of 5. It makes a fun base for a pool-focused family holiday. Get directions.
Hotel Best Oasis Park is a short stroll from Capellans and Llevant beaches. It is known for outdoor pools with waterslides and a 2016 refit. It scores 3.9 out of 5 on Google. Guests often mention the good location and clean rooms. Get directions.
Hotel Best Los Ángeles is a short stroll from Capellans Beach. It is known for two outdoor pools, a sunbathing terrace and a buffet that ranges from Italian dishes to local treats. Google reviewers rate it 4.0 out of 5. Get directions.
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Cap Salou and the coves
Want to escape the crowds? Cap Salou offers pine trees, small coves and quiet beaches. The centre is a bus ride away, so the pace here feels much slower. It suits walkers, too, because a coastal path links the coves.
H10 Mediterranean Village sits near Cap de Salou and a short walk from Penya Tallada beach. It is known for its indoor and outdoor pools and activities like archery and table tennis. Google reviewers give it 4.3 out of 5. Get directions.
Hotel Cala Font sits in a pretty cove, about 60 metres from the beach. It is known for its sea views and varied buffet. Google reviewers give it 4.0 out of 5. Many love the setting. However, some warn that the road down to the beach is steep. Get directions.
Hotel Best Cap Salou is a beachfront hotel with a splash pool, water slides and a spa. It scores 3.8 out of 5 on Google. Reviewers often mention the kids’ aquatic park and the lovely private beach. Get directions.
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Near PortAventura
Roller-coaster fans should stay close to the park. These hotels save time on early starts. Some include park tickets, too. That makes planning simple, especially with young children. Check what each package includes before you book.
H10 Salauris Palace stands next to PortAventura World. It is known for stylish rooms, two pools and a rooftop terrace with views. Google reviewers give it 4.5 out of 5. Get directions.
Sol Costa Daurada is a modern hotel with a buffet, pool, hot tub and play area. It scores 4.2 out of 5 on Google. Guests praise the cleanliness and the desserts. A few mention extra charges for water at meals. Get directions.
PortAventura Hotel Lucy’s Mansion lies inside the resort, just outside Salou. It is known for free park access, three restaurants and two outdoor pools. Google reviewers give it an impressive 4.7 out of 5. Get directions.
PortAventura Hotel Gold River is a Gold Rush-themed hotel with Wild West rooms. Suites offer extra space and kitchens. Google reviewers give it 4.3 out of 5, based on more than 11,000 reviews. Staying here includes park access, which saves money for families. Get directions.
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One final tip. Salou gets very busy in summer, at Easter and during school holidays. Therefore, book your accommodation well in advance if you plan to visit at peak times. Good rooms sell out fast, and prices climb as dates get closer. Prefer a quieter base? Try nearby La Pineda, Cambrils or Tarragona. Alternatively, explore the wider Costa Dorada with our 7 day itinerary.