Title: Casablanca Suites Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Aparthotel # Casablanca Suites Aparthotel with a seasonal outdoor pool, a short walk to Calella Beach ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2693400/2693344/268e7d11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2693400/2693344/36078954.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2693400/2693344/c67e42ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2693400/2693344/94ec0d68.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2693400/2693344/d0b621bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Prices - Location - Amenities - Policies Casablanca Suites offers a peaceful retreat in central Calella. Guests can enjoy the garden, relax with drinks at the poolside bar, or lounge on sun-drenched deck chairs. Multilingual staff assist with area navigation, and amenities include laundry services and luggage storage. 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Bar - Housekeeping - Laundry - Air conditioning - Pool £55 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 15 - Oct 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=2693344&PinnedHotelID=2693344&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=2693344&PinnedHotelID=2693344&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 16 - Oct 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=2693344&PinnedHotelID=2693344&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=2693344&PinnedHotelID=2693344&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=2693344&PinnedHotelID=2693344&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=2693344&PinnedHotelID=2693344&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=2693344&PinnedHotelID=2693344&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=2693344&PinnedHotelID=2693344&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Premium Studio, Balcony | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2693400/2693344/91ec38ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Studio, Balcony ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Kitchenette Fridge TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Microwave - 248 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ![In-room safe, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2693400/2693344/e2f4fee5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio ### Highlights Air conditioning Kitchenette Fridge TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Microwave Electric kettle - 226 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCalella-Hotels-Casablanca-Suites.h2693344.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCalella-Hotels-Casablanca-Suites.h2693344.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Calella, Casablanca Suites is near the beach. Water World is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Calella Beach and Pineda de Mar Beach. Kite & Paddel Surf Center Catalunya and Marimurtra Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkelling and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Calella travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Calella.dx182296) [View more Aparthotels in Calella](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Calella-Apart-Hotels.d182296-aaApartHotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.61375%2C2.65183&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=PvzHksm_j_2BYo6WpJBFWri0o0w=) Valldebanador 13, Calella, 08370 ### What's nearby - Calella Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Platja Garbi - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Calella Lighthouse - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Cala Nudista de la Vinyeta - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Pineda de Mar Beach - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles ### Getting around - Calella Station - 17 min walk - Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) - 63 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Lemon - ‬2 min walk - ‪Casa Carlos - ‬4 min walk - ‪Café Bar Top - ‬4 min walk - ‪Bar HTop Calella - ‬3 min walk - ‪Bar La Cantonada de La Riera - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### Casablanca Suites Aparthotel with a seasonal outdoor pool, a short walk to Calella Beach Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free aparthotel has a bar/lounge and a poolside bar. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool, concierge services and dry cleaning. Each apartment provides a TV with satellite channels, plus a kitchenette with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave. Free WiFi, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are among the other amenities available to guests. Casablanca Suites offers 15 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Accommodation at this 3-star aparthotel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Calella aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Satellite televisions are provided. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis. Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a seasonal outdoor pool. 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Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Pool loungers - Seasonal outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available - Return airport shuttle (surcharge) - Car hire ### Family friendly - Cot: EUR 10 per night ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Dining - Daily continental breakfast available 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 8 for adults and EUR 4 for children - A bar/lounge - A poolside bar - A restaurant ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry service ### Climate control - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - ATM - Concierge services - Grocery/convenience store - Housekeeping (daily) - Iron/ironing board - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Multilingual staff - Safe - Safe at front desk - Tour and ticket assistance ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 1 building - 15 units - 2 floors - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: \[Aparthotel Safari\] Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 10 per night ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.10 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 8 for adults and from EUR 4 for children - Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 10 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts major credit cards Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is professionally cleaned If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Casablanca Suites Aparthotel Casablanca Suites Aparthotel Calella Casablanca Suites Calella Casablanca Suites Calella Casablanca Suites Aparthotel Casablanca Suites Aparthotel Calella ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Casablanca Suites have a pool? > Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Casablanca Suites? > As of 15 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casablanca Suites on 2 Nov 2025 start from £55.42, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Calella-Hotels-Casablanca-Suites.h2693344.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Casablanca Suites pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Casablanca Suites? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Casablanca Suites? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Casablanca Suites? > Checkout is at 11 AM. ### Does Casablanca Suites provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Casablanca Suites located? > Situated near the beach, this aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Calella Beach, Platja Garbi and St. Jaume Hospital. Calella Municipal Museum and Dalmau Park are also within 10 minutes. Calella Station is 17 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? 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