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 CLICK RENT , 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 CLICK RENT , among others, in Barcelona.

Airports near Salou

CDTCastellón de la Plana
REUReus
BCNBarcelona-El Prat

Airlines serving Salou

Lufthansa
Good (8,195 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,559 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,165 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,476 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,035 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,508 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,256 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,644 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (948 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,111 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,655 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,951 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,213 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,478 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,505 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,426 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,453 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,368 reviews)
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Where to stay in Salou

Average rates range from around $87 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $594 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Salou, with prices from $45 to $257 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Salou are about 15% 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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Hotel SB Express Tarragona
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3459 reviews)
$86+
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H10 Delfín - Adults Only
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1506 reviews)
$132+
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Hotel Best Negresco
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 3828 reviews)
$100+
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Portaventura Hotel Gold River
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 6038 reviews)
$193+
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Hotel Augustus
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 5609 reviews)
$75+
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Eurosalou & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8, 3286 reviews)
$76+
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Renting a car in Salou

Renting a car in Salou costs $44 per day, on average, or $221 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, 15% more expensive than at Barcelona-El Prat.

Expect to pay $7.50 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 $89.94 and $119.92. Compact (Peugeot 2008 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Salou, while also 46% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Salou costs $44 per day, on average, or $221 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, 15% more expensive than at Barcelona-El Prat.

Expect to pay $7.50 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 $89.94 and $119.92. Compact (Peugeot 2008 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Salou, while also 46% cheaper than other types, on average.

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