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 4 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 (8,238 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,575 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,227 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,083 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,463 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,596 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,252 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,663 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (968 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,224 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,987 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,199 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,661 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,531 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,431 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,490 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,606 reviews)
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Where to stay in Salou

Average rates range from around $78 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $606 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Salou, with prices from $48 to $606 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Salou are about 25% 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

H10 Imperial Tarraco
4 stars
Excellent (9, 4898 reviews)
$111+
Magnolia Hotel Salou - Adults Only
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3303 reviews)
$82+
H10 Cambrils Playa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2548 reviews)
$72+
H10 Delfín - Adults Only
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1539 reviews)
$97+
H10 Salou Princess
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1885 reviews)
$75+
H10 Mediterranean Village
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2332 reviews)
$71+

Renting a car in Salou

Renting a car in Salou costs $41 per day, on average, or $164 if you want to rent if for 4 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 $8.33 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 $99.93 and $133.25. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Salou, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Salou costs $41 per day, on average, or $164 if you want to rent if for 4 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 $8.33 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 $99.93 and $133.25. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Salou, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.