Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Salou travel guide

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You're Going to Love Salou

With a population of 26,649, Salou is a must-see destination in Catalonia, Spain. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Salou has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Salou

If you’re looking for affordable options, Wissler Salou (C/ de Murillo, 5) and Famous Daves Salou (Via Roma, 28) are great picks.

When to visit Salou

Salou in January
Estimated hotel price
$29
1 night at 3-star hotel
Salou in January
Estimated hotel price
$29
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Salou

Plane

When flying to Salou, you’ll arrive at Reus (REU), which is located 8 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Salou is to pick up a car rental from Barcelona, which is about 93 km from Salou. You’ll find branches of Record go and NIZACARS , among others, in Barcelona.

Plane

When flying to Salou, you’ll arrive at Reus (REU), which is located 8 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Salou is to pick up a car rental from Barcelona, which is about 93 km from Salou. You’ll find branches of Record go and NIZACARS , among others, in Barcelona.

Airports near Salou

CDTCastellón de la Plana
REUReus
BCNBarcelona-El Prat

Airlines serving Salou

KLM
Good (1,594 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (8,297 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,285 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,467 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,113 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,235 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,702 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,707 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,692 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (981 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,469 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,555 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,023 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,875 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,539 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,414 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,632 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (435 reviews)
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Where to stay in Salou

Average rates range from around $84 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $527 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Salou, with prices from $45 to $1,487 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Salou are about 11% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Salou by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Salou

Most booked hotels in Salou

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H10 Imperial Tarraco
4 stars
Excellent (9, 4998 reviews)
$111+
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Magnolia Hotel Salou - Adults Only
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3337 reviews)
$75+
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H10 Cambrils Playa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2527 reviews)
$66+
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4R Casablanca Playa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 3950 reviews)
$77+
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Hotel Best Maritim
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 3762 reviews)
$73+
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AC Hotels by Marriott Tarragona
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 3242 reviews)
$101+
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Renting a car in Salou

Renting a car in Salou costs $48 per day, on average, or $238 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 38% more expensive than at Barcelona-El Prat.

Expect to pay $7.34 per gallon in Salou (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $88.12 and $117.50. Compact (Peugeot 2008 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Salou, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Salou costs $48 per day, on average, or $238 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 38% more expensive than at Barcelona-El Prat.

Expect to pay $7.34 per gallon in Salou (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $88.12 and $117.50. Compact (Peugeot 2008 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Salou, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

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