Sunrise to Sunset: Unforgettable Family Holiday in Calella

Flavours of the Mediterranean, a limitless gastronomic experience

The culinary offering at htop Jadhe 4* Superior is designed to delight every palate, blending the essence of local cuisine with international favourites. A daily feast where quality and variety take centre stage.

• International and local buffet: Enjoy an outstanding selection of dishes prepared with fresh, local ingredients. From traditional Calella recipes to innovative creations, the restaurant offers something for every taste in a bright and welcoming setting.

• Live show cooking: The kitchen becomes a true spectacle. Each day, experience the art of show cooking, where chefs prepare dishes right before your eyes, guaranteeing maximum freshness and adding a dynamic touch to every meal.

• Themed dinners: Travel through flavours without leaving the hotel. During high season, themed dinners invite you to explore tastes from around the world, bringing variety and a touch of surprise to your stay.

• All,inclusive service: Total freedom throughout your holiday. Enjoy hot and cold snacks, appetisers and a wide selection of drinks available all day long. Perfect for those who want to indulge without a care, except choosing the next cocktail by the pool. Find out all the details here.

Calella: much more than sun and sea

Calella is far more than a typical seaside destination. Known as the “Tourist Capital of the Costa del Maresme”, this vibrant coastal town has a strong personality and a fascinating history that makes it truly unique.

Here are a few curiosities that make Calella such a special place:

• The Lighthouse: more than a guide for ships The Calella Lighthouse is the city’s most iconic landmark. It was inaugurated in 1859 and its light originally ran on olive oil. Today it is still active, but it also houses an interpretation centre where visitors can discover how optical communications once worked along the coast.

• Why are locals called “Llops” (Wolves)? The people of Calella are affectionately known as llops (wolves). According to local legend, many years ago a very large, shaggy dog frightened the townspeople, who believed it was a wolf. After gathering the courage to hunt it down, they discovered it was simply a lost dog. The nickname stayed forever as a playful local joke.

• A refuge from the Civil War Beneath Dalmau Park lies the Dalmau Park Air-Raid Shelter, built by local residents in 1937 to protect themselves from bombings during the Spanish Civil War. It is one of the best-preserved shelters in the area and can be visited today, offering a powerful glimpse into the city’s living history.

• The “Church Street” This is the commercial heart of the city. Despite modern changes, it has kept its historic layout and remains one of the longest and most lively pedestrian streets in the region, linking the old town with the more tourist-oriented areas.

• A host for international events Calella is not just a summer destination. The town is also famous for hosting major events throughout the year, including:

  • Ironman Barcelona, with Calella as the official host town of this demanding triathlon.
  • Aplec de la Sardana, one of the oldest and largest Sardana gatherings in Catalonia, held in Dalmau Park.
  • Calella Film Festival, a festival dedicated to independent cinema and emerging talent.

• Extra highlight: Manuel Puigvert Promenade This beautiful seafront promenade is a wonderful example of 19th-century urban design. With its rows of century-old plane trees and elegant wrought-iron railings, it is the perfect place to see how bourgeois architecture once blended with the town’s maritime life.