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Atzavara Hotel & Spa

Hotel in Santa Susanna

Located in Santa Susanna, 700 metres from Llevant Beach, Atzavara Hotel & Spa provides accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

O
Othman
From
Saudi Arabia
staff are extremely friendly and spiritual
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,533 reviews
Price from
£183.52
1 night, 2 adults

Rocatel

Hotel in Canet de Mar

The family-run Hotel Rocatel is located on Cavaiò Beach in Canet de Mar, on the Costa Maresme. It offers a 24-hour reception, outdoor pool and rooms with a private balcony.

D
David
From
Australia
View from room, swimming pool, helpful staff, car park, lift to room, lovely town, close to train station.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,587 reviews
Price from
£87.19
1 night, 2 adults

The Place Mar Mediterrania & Spa by ALEGRIA 4 SUP - Adults Only

Hotel in Santa Susanna

This adults-only hotel is located next to Santa Susanna Beach. ALEGRIA Mar Mediterrania is a 40-minute drive from Girona and its airport, and offers modern, air-conditioned rooms with a terrace.

R
Rokas Vasiliūnas
From
Lithuania
Good size room, nice view from balcony. Big variety for breakfast and dinner. Easy to access sea. Many beds and umbrellas for guest to use in inside space. Nice and friendly personal.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,487 reviews
Price from
£165.48
1 night, 2 adults

AQUA Hotel Silhouette & Spa - Adults Only

Hotel in Malgrat de Mar

AQUA Hotel Silhouette & Spa - Adults Only is located 250 metres from the beach in Malgrat de Mar. It features a wide garden with 2 pools and a spa.

D
Darya
From
Lithuania
Food and staff are perfect, location, pools, spa are the same!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,201 reviews
Price from
£140.89
1 night, 2 adults

Sumus Hotel Stella and Spa 4S Adults Recommended

Hotel in Pineda de Mar

Sumus Hotel Stella and Spa 4S Adults Recommended is a charming hotel, located in Pineda de Mar. It offers large grounds with a swimming pool hot tub, sun terrace and garden.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,083 reviews
Price from
£113.98
1 night, 2 adults

Hostal de la Plaça - Hotel Boutique

Hotel in Cabrils

Situated in Cabrils and with Sagrada Familia reachable within 26 km, Hostal de la Plaça - Hotel Boutique features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the...

R
Renee
From
France
It's beautiful and a traditional building, near my friend's home in Cabrils. Very nice breakfast too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 525 reviews
Price from
£115.64
1 night, 2 adults

AB BOUTIQUE HOTEL - Adults only

Hotel in Sant Vicenç de Montalt

Set in Sant Vicenç de Montalt, 400 metres from Platja de Sant Vicenç, AB BOUTIQUE HOTEL - Adults only offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a garden and a terrace.

L
Lusanda
From
Germany
Everything was on point. Staff were super friendly and super helpful with everything. They went the extra mile to make sure all our requests were met. Communication skills 200/100. Would definitely recommend. Beautiful hotel in great location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews
Price from
£250.42
1 night, 2 adults

Vila Arenys Hotel

Hotel in Arenys de Mar

Set in Arenys de Mar in the Catalonia Region, 38 km from Barcelona, Vila Arenys Hotel features an outdoor pool and views of the city. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant and bar.

A
Alexandra_V
From
Spain
Excellent hotel! Very clean, cozy, and beautiful, with lovely balconies in the rooms. The staff are outstanding: extremely polite, cleaning is done every day, and they are always understanding and ready to help, even with unusual requests. A special mention to María, the hotel owner, who personally welcomed and greeted us, it was such a wonderful touch! Now we want to come back to Arenys-de-Mar just to stay at this hotel again. 💙
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews
Price from
£167.97
1 night, 2 adults

Sa Voga Hotel & Spa

Hotel in Arenys de Mar

Sa Voga Hotel & Spa is a 18th-Century house, it is located right in the heart of Arenys de Mar, an old fishing village very close to Barcelona.

F
Fiona
From
Ireland
I loved my stay here, the building itself is beautiful and any restoration work has been done so well. The staff were very friendly, gave me some tips on where to visit and generally a great vibe around the hotel. My favourite part was the breakfast! Ordering it the night before, I opted for the same breakfast every day, it was delicious and healthy. A welcome change from buffet breakfasts. There was also a honesty style bar for a few drinks etc. and fruit, pastries available for free which was a nice touch too. Location couldn't be better, a 5 minute walk to the beach and train station.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 265 reviews
Price from
£119.19
1 night, 2 adults

Montaltmar

Hotel in Sant Vicenç de Montalt

Just 5 minutes to the beach and half an hour to Barcelona, this boutique hotel boasts stylish bedrooms with balconies and hot tubs.

A
AnhBallbe
From
Andorra
Great owner. We thought my husband forgot his sunglasses there and the lady was very helpful. She checked the room herself. Thank you so much! We will be back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 149 reviews
Price from
£151.41
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Hotel Indalo Park is set in the centre of Santa Susanna, 5 minutes’ walk from the beach. It offers outdoor pools for adults and children, Wi-Fi and air-conditioned rooms with private balcony.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,528 reviews

B&B HOTEL Barcelona Mataro is located next to the Tecnocampus Technology Park and 300 metres from Mataró Beach. It offers free WiFi and air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen cable TV.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,451 reviews

Located just a 3-minute walk from Mataró's beach, New Hotel Colon offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi. The modern rooms at this hotel have a TV and a private bathroom with hairdryer.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Hotel President is 500 metres from Calella Beach and town centre, on Catalonia’s Maresme Coast. It offers 3 outdoor swimming pools, set in a 2000 m² garden.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,644 reviews

This beachfront hotel is in the town of Premia de Mar, just 20 km from Barcelona. Some of its rooms feature sea views and there is free WiFi throughout.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,539 reviews

Enjoy sun, sea and sand in Malgrat de Mar. You can soak up the Spanish sun by the pool, head to the nearby beach and then relax with a game of pool after a buffet meal.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Hotel on a prime location on the main promenade, opposite Pineda Beach and only 100 m from the resort centre. The hotel is air-conditioned throughout and the rooms are well equipped.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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Aqua Onabrava hotel is situated on the seafront promenade of Santa Susanna. All rooms feature air conditioning and a furnished balcony, most with views of the Mediterranean Sea.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 525 reviews

Situated in Calella and with Platja de Garbi reachable within 300 metres, Hotel Calella by Beatriz Hoteles features a terrace, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 799 reviews

Facing the beachfront, Hotel Tres Leones offers 2-star accommodation in Vilassar de Mar and has a terrace, restaurant and bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
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Situated 800 metres from Platja Gran, HOTEL CONTINENTAL offers 2-star accommodation in Calella and has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,869 reviews

This family-run hotel with an outdoor pool is located on Calella's tree-lined seafront promenade, opposite the beach. It offers free WiFi in common areas.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
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Located in Calella, 600 metres from Platja Gran, htop Olympic - Fun provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,487 reviews

This adults-only hotel is located next to Santa Susanna Beach. ALEGRIA Mar Mediterrania is a 40-minute drive from Girona and its airport, and offers modern, air-conditioned rooms with a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 460 reviews

This family-run Hotel Mediterrani Express is located 150 metres from Calella Beach, on the Costa del Maresme. It offers a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi in all areas.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
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Offering an outdoor and indoor swimming pool, Hotel Caprici Verd is set a 2-minute walk from Santa Susanna Beach. It features free Wi-Fi, a gym, hot tub and buffet restaurant.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,368 reviews

Located on the Costa de Barcelona-Maresme, 100 metres from the Santa Susanna beach, this large boat-shaped building offers air-conditioned rooms with a private balcony.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,021 reviews

Just 100 metres from the beach in Santa Susanna, the Hotel Alhambra has a large swimming pool and a range of entertainment for children and adults.

GHT Maritim

Hotel in Calella
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,279 reviews

Set overlooking Garbí Beach, the Hotel Maritim is located 5 minutes’ walk from Calella town centre. It features a rooftop terrace with a hot tub, free Wi-Fi, and an outdoor pool.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,117 reviews

This property is a 1-minute walk from the beach. Enjoy a fun-filled break on Costa Maresme with a stay at this extensive holiday hotel, where you will find a spa.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,279 reviews

ALEGRIA Maripins is on Malgrat de Mar Beach, on the Maresme Coast, 65 km north of Barcelona. Located 400 metres from the town centre, it features an outdoor pool.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,121 reviews
We spent six days on vacation. The room was a decent size. The bed was not comfortable for me, but acceptable. The room was cleaned every day. We required full board. The quantity and quality of the food was great. There was a huge selection. Programs were organized every day for both children and adults. Several pools and a bar were available. The beach was 50 meters away. In the evening, the room was quiet even though there were countless discos in the area. The air conditioner did its job quietly. 2 hours by train from the airport.
Guest review byZsolt
Hungary
From £196.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 855 reviews
Fantastic stay! I really loved my stay here! The staff were super friendly and made me feel very welcome from the start. The room was spotless and comfortable, and the cleaning was perfect every day. The staff were honestly amazing — so kind and helpful. I’d definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone visiting! The location is fantastic too, really easy to reach by train from BCN airport. The hotel reception is open 24 hours, which makes everything super convenient.
Guest review byBenzar
Ireland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,944 reviews
Everything was wonderful! My family and I were delighted with our stay at Alegria Caprici Verd. The food was delicious, varied, and changed from day to day, which we really appreciated. The staff were very friendly and welcoming—especially Marina at reception, who was always kind and helpful. Our room was clean and comfortable. The location is also excellent: very close to the train stop and the sea, with both Carrefour and Lidl within walking distance.
Guest review byAlex G.
Russia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 441 reviews
Located across the street to the sea. Very friendly staff. Good animation for the kids with the staff, lots of activities (football, basketball, pool, minigolf, table tennis...). Every evening something is happening at the pool (parties). Good prices at the bar. We had some small problems with the bungalow, but they fixed them fast and without any problems. Barbeque with every bungalow.
Guest review byAles
Slovenia
From £266.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,597 reviews
Everything was fantastic! The food was delicious, and the staff was very helpful—especially the Go & Fun team, who were incredibly pleasant and put on great shows for the kids. I’d like to especially praise Ariana—she was always smiling, positive, and brought so much energy. Thank you for making our stay so enjoyable!
Guest review byjosip
North Macedonia
From £211.51 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,051 reviews
The location is perfect, far enough from the train which is already very silent, we barely could hear it from our room! 5 min from train station, we went to Barcelona couple of times . Food is amazing, we gained couple of kilos 😀
Guest review bySvetlana
Serbia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,487 reviews
Good size room, nice view from balcony. Big variety for breakfast and dinner. Easy to access sea. Many beds and umbrellas for guest to use in inside space. Nice and friendly personal.
Guest review byRokas Vasiliūnas
Lithuania
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 626 reviews
Great place for a weekend with kids. Fun pool (* kids apparently didn't care it is still ice cold ...), nice entertainment for kids, clean modern rooms and fine breakfast.
Guest review byHarry
Spain
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,657 reviews
Highly recommend! Wonderful hotel, nice position, very clean, good and tasty food, very nice stuff, good parking. We are very satisfied and would come again!
Guest review bySandra
Serbia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 519 reviews
Everything! Localisation...food was great...rooms spacious and beds are comfy...no negative comments
Guest review byRenata
Ireland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,305 reviews
The girl that makes drinks on the outside bar was very nice. She made our trip better.
Guest review byIrena
Bulgaria
From £217.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,096 reviews
The hotel was amazing .Made my staying very comfortable and relaxing.
Guest review byAndroniki
Greece
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,120 reviews
The location is amazing, very friendly staff and clean property
Guest review byIsraa
Spain
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 748 reviews
Perfect for our plans and excellent value for money.
Guest review byNerys
United Kingdom
From £206.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,045 reviews
Staff vas very kind. Room was nice and comfortable
Guest review byTibi
Spain
From £136.79 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,835 reviews
Food always a great variety in a lovely restaurant
Guest review byDenis Shelly
Ireland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,635 reviews
Clean, calm and it has everything you might need.
Guest review byГалена
Belgium
From £165.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,608 reviews
El restaurante y la mini sala recreativa
Guest review byCervera
Spain
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 284 reviews
Family orientated, besides the beach
Guest review byElena
Ireland

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Calella is a great place to stay.

Calella is a great place to stay. There are plenty of bars and restaurants and the beach is pretty good, although I didn't visit it this trip. I felt very safe. It was busy, but not crowded and felt Spanish, rather than Britain abroad and I saw no signs of rowdy behaviour or drunkenness. Forget Loret de Mar and come to Calella!
Guest review byDavid
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

It is a lovely resort, however we were looking for a quiet...

It is a lovely resort, however we were looking for a quiet relaxed holiday. Unsure of other hotels but ours had a lot of teenagers. Whilst they were very pleasant, the pool area was very noisy and full. This was not the fault of the resort we should've done our homework.
Guest review bychrissy
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Lovely area. Loads of souvenir shops.

Lovely area. Loads of souvenir shops. We were surprised at how cheap everything was in the shops. Even things like beach towels, swimsuits, beach inflateables etc. We brought our own trying to save money but actually probably paid more buying them ahead of time. Loads of supermarkets dotted around and convenience stores. The beach is a stoney kind of beach rather than fine sand. It's fine but was unfmcomfortable to get in and out of the water. But we managed. I would recommend taking water shoes maybe to make it more easy. But lovely beach and great fun. Maybe the tike of year we went but it was deep quite close to the shore. But great fun for kids of all ages and adults. We also took a train to blanes for a few hours which was lovely and very straight forward and easy to navigate. And tickets for the train were cheap and also the bus to get around blanes.
Guest review bySlawomir
Ireland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 2.0

It's a location that is only suitable for locals and...

It's a location that is only suitable for locals and internal tourism, everything is expensive and the restaurants and bars are all serving bad quality overpriced food and drinks, staffed by very unpleasant staff, the general consensus is that the population of Pineda de Mar seem to have utter discontent for English speakers and definitely was made to feel very unwelcome, I wouldn't recommend the town to anyone and won't return.
Guest review byAdam
Spain
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Small market town but with plenty going on, do not miss the...

Small market town but with plenty going on, do not miss the fantastic Saturday market that takes over most of the town centre and for those who want to travel into Barcelona the transport is cheap and regular.
Guest review byMichael
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Mataro is a fantastic beach town any time of the year.

Mataro is a fantastic beach town any time of the year. I would highly recommend a restaurant called Dem Dik. It is very close to the train station and Ousmane, the chef and owner, is fantastic. His good is great - super flavorful- and he attracts an interesting mix of people from all over. Fun snd laid back place for all ages:
Guest review byMamadou
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

A very walkable town with a fantastic beachfront.

A very walkable town with a fantastic beachfront. Canet de Mar is definitely not a tourist town. Instead, it is a quiet family oriented community. One thing that surprised me and my Argentinian wife was just how dominate the Catalonian language was in this region. The restaurants are fantastic and reasonably priced, and while the menus are in Catalonian most places also had English, French and other language (but not Spanish for some reason) versions available. Highly recommend you visit if you can.
Guest review byDaniel
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Charming old town.

Charming old town. Beautiful costal views and nice small beaches. Plenty of good restaurants that offer excellent food. Just minuets from station small bakery with the best treats! Good walking trails around the hills for those who want more than a sunny lazy afternoon on the beach.
Guest review bymalgorzata marta
Poland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Small village with a really gorgeous museum with Picasso and...

Small village with a really gorgeous museum with Picasso and other authors painting, beach and mountain, calm with nice restaurants good fish and excellent food his por Ania restaurant, la litharge… nice harbour near by too
Guest review bypatricia
Spain
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Far enough from the city that it felt more comfortable and...

Far enough from the city that it felt more comfortable and less crowded, but clearly festivals, music, fireworks and night-life. We loved the small cafe just below, where we could get tapas and drinks. There is also a playground for small children, and though it was quite hot during our stay, multi-generational families were walking the streets, eating at cafes, and playing in parks. The beach was also relatively quiet and felt safe and friendly.
Guest review byDorothy
Canada

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