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 5 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Salou is to pick up a car rental from Barcelona, which is about 58 miles 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 5 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Salou is to pick up a car rental from Barcelona, which is about 58 miles from Salou. You’ll find branches of Record go and NIZACARS , among others, in Barcelona.

Airlines serving Salou

Lufthansa
Good (8,223 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,565 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,194 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,480 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,055 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,529 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,257 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,646 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,656 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,123 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,965 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,210 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,539 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,515 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,433 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,460 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,587 reviews)
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Where to stay in Salou

Average rates range from around $89 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $567 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Salou, with prices from $45 to $221 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Salou are about 18% 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

Hotel SB Express Tarragona
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3485 reviews)
$86+
H10 Cambrils Playa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2532 reviews)
$71+
H10 Delfín - Adults Only
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1523 reviews)
$114+
Portaventura Hotel Gold River
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 6069 reviews)
$177+
Hotel Augustus
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 5649 reviews)
$72+
Eurosalou & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8, 3328 reviews)
$71+

Renting a car in Salou

Renting a car in Salou costs $43 per day, on average, or $213 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, 14% more expensive than at Barcelona-El Prat.

Expect to pay $7.53 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 $90.40 and $120.53. Compact (Peugeot 2008 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Salou, while also 35% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Salou costs $43 per day, on average, or $213 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, 14% more expensive than at Barcelona-El Prat.

Expect to pay $7.53 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 $90.40 and $120.53. Compact (Peugeot 2008 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Salou, while also 35% cheaper than other types, on average.