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Hotel California Garden
Autovia de Tarragona a Salou, 13
7.7
2493 reviews
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- Hotel California Garden 3*, located in Salou (Costa Dorada).
- Available with Half Board and Full Board.
Travel Dates: until October 18, 2026.
Your perfect stay
Hotel California Garden: Mediterranean holidays in the heart of Salou
Enjoy Salou at its best at Hotel California Garden, a perfect choice for a comfortable stay with a lively, welcoming atmosphere. Located right in the tourist center, the hotel offers easy walking access to the beach, the promenade, and a wide range of shops, restaurants and leisure options.
The hotel features a practical and pleasant setting with two outdoor swimming pools, a spa and wellness area, a gym, and spaces designed for both relaxation and fun—ideal for families and couples seeking a well-balanced holiday.
Bright and comfortable rooms include a terrace, air conditioning and Wi-Fi, perfect for unwinding after a full day under the Mediterranean sun.
The buffet restaurant and cafeteria round off the experience with varied options in a relaxed atmosphere. Guests often highlight the cleanliness, friendly staff and excellent value for money.
A hotel made to enjoy, and to return to.
Meals & more
Full Board? Here’s How the Meals Are Scheduled
If you choose Full Board, please note how the meal service works:
- You will start with dinner on the day of arrival.
- You will finish with lunch on the day of departure.
The accommodation informs us that this order cannot be changed, as restaurant capacity is managed to ensure a high-quality service.
Please note: this only applies to meals. Check the key collection and room check-out times to plan your stay properly.
Why this destination is a must-visit
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Salou: where the Costa Dorada truly sparkles
Did you know Salou literally shines? It’s not just a saying, the Costa Dorada gets its name from the quartz and mica in its sand, glowing like gold under the sun. But Salou is far more than stunning beaches, it’s a destination full of history and postcard-perfect corners.
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The sunset lighthouse: For that unforgettable holiday moment, stroll along the wooden path to the Salou Lighthouse. It’s the wildest stretch of coastline and the place where you’ll truly understand the magic behind every “sunset” escape.
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Footsteps of kings and pirates: The same seafront you walk today once saw King Jaume I set sail to conquer Mallorca. Follow the Camino de Ronda and you’ll trace ancient paths used by fishermen, and the occasional smuggler, hiding among hidden coves.
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More than adrenaline: Yes, PortAventura is just around the corner, but don’t miss the Luminous Fountain, a true work of art designed by the same visionary behind Barcelona’s iconic fountains.
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Our insider tip: Take an afternoon trip to nearby Reus, just 15 minutes away. Birthplace of Gaudí, home to stunning modernist architecture and the temple of vermouth culture. Order one in Plaça del Mercadal and experience Salou like a local.
Salou isn’t just a destination… it’s a glow you’ll never forget.
Costa Dorada: Spain’s ultimate family-friendly coastal destination
The Costa Dorada, located on the Mediterranean coast of Catalonia just south of Barcelona, is one of Spain’s most popular holiday regions for families and couples. Known for its long golden-sand beaches, relaxed atmosphere and excellent leisure options, it’s a destination that perfectly combines beach time, culture and fun.
Make sure you visit:
- Tarragona, with its impressive Roman ruins overlooking the sea.
- Salou, lively and ideal for families, with a beautiful seafront promenade.
- Cambrils, famous for its harbour and excellent restaurants.
- Reus, the birthplace of Gaudí, full of modernist architecture.
Beaches we think you’ll like:
- Llevant Beach (Salou): wide, well-equipped and family-friendly.
- Cambrils Beach: calm waters and a relaxed local feel.
- La Pineda Beach: long and spacious, perfect for walks by the sea.
- Cala Fonda: a more natural and scenic cove near Tarragona.
Family-friendly activities:
- Spend an unforgettable day at PortAventura World, one of Europe’s best theme parks.
- Enjoy safe, shallow waters ideal for children.
- Walk or cycle along the coastal promenades.
- Discover Roman history through open-air sites and museums.
Make sure you try these local delicacies:
- Traditional seafood paella and rice dishes.
- Fideuà, made with noodles instead of rice.
- Fresh grilled fish from the Mediterranean.
- Local wines and cava from nearby Penedès.
Make the most of your visit and go to...
- Tarragona (15–20 minutes): Roman heritage and charming old town.
- Reus (20 minutes): shopping and modernist routes.
- Barcelona (1 hour): culture, architecture and vibrant city life.
Pet Policy
Pets are not permitted in this accommodation.
Tourism tax
The tourism tax isn't included in the booking price, as it's mandatory to pay this tax directly at the hotel reception. Children under the age of 16 are exempt from this tax.
The tourism tax in a 3 * Hotel is 0.99 € per person and night.
Personally chosen by our travel expert
Eric
Release date: 06/27/2026 at 23:00
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Very helpful staff
Pools too cold
Very good
La ubicacion
El hotel en general està muy bien, para repetir
Renovate the room decor, but they’re fine.
Renovar decoracion habitaciones, pero estan bien
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Hola, pues estuvimos muy bien, nos trataron y nos atendieron muy bien, los empleados tanto en recepción, como Buffet, limpieza, volveremos.
I think one thing that could be improved would be to have a few more elevators, but I think that’s impossible; anyway, overall it was a good stay, thank you.
Creo que una cosa, que mejoraria, seria que hubiera, algun asensor más, pero, creo que es imposible, pero de todas formas a sino una estancia buena en general, gracias.
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La estancia en el hotel ha sido breve ya que apenas hay actividades ni otro tipo de ambientación programada. En las piscinas estuvimos muy a gusto ya que estando junio había poca gente y habían tumbonas.
The room was a nightmare! The bedspreads looked as though they had been on the bed since the hotel opened, the mattresses were extremely hard, the pillows were so uncomfortable we slept without them, and the wardrobes had a horrible smell of old wood, so we couldn’t put our clothes there; we kept our clothes in the suitcases for the entire stay. The food lacked variety and was of poor quality, and anything not spent on the food was used for the dinner. Verdura was scarce. The breakfast was fairly extensive.
La habitación un horror! Las colchas estarán desde que se abrió el hotel, los colchones durísimos, las almohadas mejor dormir sin y los armarios un olor a madera vieja horrible que no pudimos meter la ropa ahi, estuvimos con la ropa en las maletas toda la estancia. La comida sin variedad y de mala calidad y ademas lo que no se gastaba en la comida se ponía para la cena. Escasa verdura. El desayuno bastante completo.
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La piscina genial!
Y todo muy bien limpio y buena atención.
La situación inmejorable.
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Que está cercana a la playa y fuente luminosa
The hotel is fine, but being next to a nightclub makes it difficult to rest.
El hotel esta bien la pena que está al lado una discoteca lo cual dificulta el descanso
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El hotel muy bonito y el personal encantador, agradable y amable.
I would improve the buffet.
Mejoraría el bufet
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Me parece peligroso que no tenga garradores de seguridad dentro de la bañera.Me parece lamentable que la nevera de las habitaciones ,no sean gratuitas, actualmente están con llave y tienes que pagar 2€ por noche .
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Todo muy bien solo k del tren asta hotel está muy lejos
The pool has to close later
La piscina tienen que cerrar más tarde
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El Hotel es una pasada, no parece que tenga solo 3 estrellas, volveré
The only downside is that we have to leave so early, at 10:00h.
Lo que menos la hora de salida tan pronto a las 10:00 de la mañana
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Ha sido todo genial!!
Just one: that they pave the hotel car park lot
Solo una que asfaltaran la zona de parking del hotel
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Tranquilidad,y precio ajustado.
Improve the quality and variety of the breakfast, and also do not remove the food trays before the last hour of lunch or dinner service; it leaves a very bad impression on guests if food is missing or being cleared away prematurely during the hours set by the hotel.
A mejorar la calidad y variedad del desayuno,y también no retirar las bandejas de comida antes de la última hora de servicio de almuerzo o cena,queda muy mal de cara al cliente que dentro del horario establecido por el hotel falte comida o se esté retirando de forma prematura.
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Very good
Muy cerca de port aventura, unos 15 min andando y de tiendas
The buffet was very sparse and the food was terrible... the juices and coffee at breakfast tasted like nothing—they were just water
Buffet muy escaso y comida muy mala...los zumos y el café del desayuno no sabían a nada, eran agua
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Trabajo en 5 estrellas gran lujo !!!
No es el mismo servicio naturalmente pero ha sido una experiencia fantastica!
El buffet increible!
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El personal encantador. Destacar a Irene, que fue un amor en el trato. Muy buena ubicación, cerca de la avenida de tiendas de ropa y comida. Al acabar la calle de tiendas, tienes la playa. En la que se ven unos atardecer los espectaculares y puedes tomarte algo mientras lo ves. Piscinas que cubren desde el tobillo perfecto para bebés. Sombrillas y hamacas. Servicio de bar en la piscina.
The food at the hotel was terrible. Very little variety. If I ever returned to this hotel, I’d only pay for the room; I’d find somewhere else to eat, since there are plenty of options out there that are reasonably priced.
Between the two pools… there was a cockroach.
The balcony separating one room from the neighbor’s is divided by a sort of metal curtain, but you can see everything. I don’t know to what extent they thought this was a good idea—zero privacy.
La comida del Hotel nefasta. Muy poca variedad. Si volviese a este Hotel solamente pagaría alojamiento, me buscaría la vida por fuera para comer, que tienes bastantes opciones y bien de precio.
Entre las dos piscinas… había una cucaracha.
El balcón que separa una habitación de la del vecino, está separada por una especie de cortina de hierro pero que se ve todo. No se hasta qué punto han considerado que esto sea buena idea, privacidad 0.
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Espacios comunes, muy bien, bufett correcto, personal agradable
One of the two nights only made the bed, did not clean
Uno de las dos noches solo hizo la cama, no limpio
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El hotel es muy bueno, parece 5 estrellas!
I can hear noise coming from the hallway!!
Se escucha ruido del pasillo!!
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Excelente atención en el hotel, muy amable el personal, buena y variada comida, muy buena limpieza en la habitación
Nothing
Nada
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Personal de bar de la piscina súper encantadores y amables.
Imagine checking in for dinner and checking out at lunchtime on Sunday, only to be kicked out of your room at 10 a.m. I think that's a bit of a contradiction.
Que tengas un entrar con la cena y salir con la comida el domingo y te echen de la habitación a las 10h de la mañana. Creo que es un contrasentido.
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La habitación, la piscina y la comida, la cual no era muy variada pero la relación precio calidad excelente.
They barely improve the cleanliness and the food.
deben mejorar apenas la limpieza y la comida
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Golden beaches and family fun in Salou
Hotel California Garden
7.7
2493 reviews
Salou, Costa Dorada
