Costa Daurada Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, waves, and a historic stone building on a cliff.
A town with a prominent church with a red dome, surrounded by hills and dry vegetation.
A group of people walking through a street with fireworks in the background.
A person in a hat and dark clothing standing in front of a firework display.
Ancient ruins with a partially intact amphitheater, a modern building labeled 'ESCOLA EL MIRACLE', and a beach with people in the background.

Golden beaches, history and culture, pure nature and a host of destinations for you to make the most of your holiday mean the fun never ends.

Book one of our cheap trips to Costa Daurada and explore the unique golden sands that give this area its name, meaning the Golden Coast.

Spanning over 60 miles, stretching from the north of the province of Tarragona to the Ebro Delta in the south, this area has a lot to offer.

Take a look at our trips to Costa Daurada. The main attraction are its beaches and coves, which stretch along the coast, and which include Platja de la Roca Plana beach, Cala Forna cove, and Platja de Santes Creus beach. This last beach is completely secluded and wild, with no catering or other services, and if you’re lucky, you might even be able to enjoy a unique experience and swim with some bluefin tuna.

If you’re interested in seeing a bit of culture during your package holiday to Costa Daurada, you have the best example of a Roman town nearby. Tarragona can boast the honour of having been the capital city of the Roman province of Hispania Citerior, and has been declared a World Heritage Site of UNESCO. The Tarraco Amphitheatre, the Roman Circus of Tarraco and the old quarter, which was surrounded by Roman walls, are perfect examples of the type of architecture to be found along this coast.

If you’re looking to spend a day of fun with the whole family, you definitely won’t want to miss the most visited theme park in Spain, PortAventura, which is divided into six thematic areas that will delight children and adults alike. It offers attractions such as Dragon Khan, which holds two world records.

Whether you come for the beaches, the history or the many other possibilities it offers, one thing is clear: the Costa Daurada is one destination that’s not to be missed.

Hotel Jaime I

Hotel Jaime I

3 out of 5
c/ Logronyo, 15 Salou
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Salou. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 poolside bars and free water park access. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
7.4/10 Good! (855 reviews)
"Buena experiencia para ir con niño, se entretienen mucho con las actividades que hacen allí. La comida sinceramente no me gustó pero bueno por lo que cuesta esta bien."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Hotel Jaime I
Blaumar Hotel Salou

Blaumar Hotel Salou

4 out of 5
C/ Joan Miarnau Ciurana, 4 Salou
The price is £149 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£149
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Salou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (473 reviews)
"Excellent trip from start to finish"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Blaumar Hotel Salou
Hotel Salou Sunset (Adults Recommended) by Pierre & Vacances

Hotel Salou Sunset (Adults Recommended) by Pierre & Vacances

3 out of 5
C/ Vendrell, 9 Salou
Stay at this hotel in Salou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 hot tubs and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions PortAventura World and Cambrils Beach are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (183 reviews)
"I travel extensively and this is the first time I have used this brand. I will avoid it in future. The reviews were very good and the photographs were excellent, the reality was not the same. I was in a room on the first floor, the carpet in the hallway was filthy and smelt horribly. The noise in ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Hotel Salou Sunset (Adults Recommended) by Pierre & Vacances
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Rentalmar Salou Pacific

Rentalmar Salou Pacific

2.5 out of 5
10 Vendrell Street Salou
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Salou. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, Wi-Fi (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions PortAventura World and ...
6.2/10 (276 reviews)
"Lovely apartment with comfy beds. I asked for a high floor room and got one at the top with good views inland. Good size balcony. The swimming pool is open but only after 10 am. Across the road are bus stops and an excellent information bus hub. [Ask about a bus to the airports.] This is a quieter, ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Rentalmar Salou Pacific
Port Plaza Apartments

Port Plaza Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Plaça dels Carros 12 Tarragona
Stay at this aparthotel in Tarragona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (356 reviews)
"Having stayed here last year, we decided to book again. We were very pleased with our top floor room and a little outdoor space. Facilities good, all clean, highly recommend."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Port Plaza Apartments
Ona Jardines Paraisol

Ona Jardines Paraisol

2 out of 5
Carrer Ciudad de Reus, 19 , Bajo Salou
Stay at this aparthotel in Salou. Enjoy an outdoor pool, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions PortAventura World and Cambrils Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (324 reviews)
"Property was perfect for our needs and suited our group really well, especially as we were self‑catering. The kitchen and living spaces made it easy for us to prepare meals and enjoy time together without feeling cramped. The pool is absolutely amazing — clean, spacious, and a real highlight of our ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Ona Jardines Paraisol
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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