Cambrils, steps from the beach on the Costa Dorada

Camping La Llosa: Relaxed Seaside Holidays in Cambrils

Enjoy the Mediterranean at your own pace at Camping La Llosa, a charming and friendly option just a short walk from the beach and close to the centre of Cambrils. The perfect balance between sea, strolls and local atmosphere.

Stay in well-equipped bungalows or pitches surrounded by greenery, designed for comfort and practicality. Cool off in the outdoor swimming pool, unwind on the sun terrace or enjoy the communal areas created for leisure and relaxation.

With an on-site restaurant, bar and essential services, everything is set for easy, carefree days. Guests especially value the peaceful setting, cleanliness and welcoming staff, making it a favourite choice for families.

A simple and sunny base to enjoy sea breezes and relaxed days on the Costa Dorada. Your Mediterranean holiday starts here.

Important Information About Towels, Sheets and Deposit

Please note that towels and sheets are not included in the booking. You can rent them on site:

• 8 €: pack with sheets for a single bed + towels
• 16 €: pack with sheets for a double bed + towels

A cash deposit of 100 € per bungalow is required upon arrival. This amount will be returned at departure, once it has been verified that no damage has occurred.

La Llosa de Cambrils: Roman history, pine trees by the sand and perfectly calm waters

There’s far more history here than first meets the eye! Today, La Llosa is best known as a peaceful residential area of Cambrils, in Tarragona, with an attractive golden-sand beach, but it also hides some fascinating archaeological and engineering secrets.

Its most fascinating facts and details:

• A “high-end” Roman villa: Right in the heart of the neighbourhood, you’ll find the archaeological site of the Roman Villa of La Llosa, dating from the 1st century B.C. to the 6th century A.D. Far more than a simple farmstead, it featured private thermal baths, an elegant residential area and warehouses directly beside the waterfront.
• Treasures saved from the fire: A major fire destroyed the villa in the 3rd century A.D. When the roof collapsed, it preserved exceptional objects beneath the debris and ashes. Today, you can see some of them at the Museu d’Història de Cambrils, including a complete set of Roman bronze tableware and ritual lamps.
• Remains beneath the sea: Archaeological research has uncovered traces of stone structures and ceramic vessels submerged just off the beach. These discoveries show that the coastline was at a different level during the Classical period and that part of the villa once extended into what is now the sea.
• Natural pools created by marine engineering: La Llosa Beach is known for its distinctive “T”-shaped stone breakwaters. They soften the force of the waves and create sheltered coves with very shallow, calm waters, perfect for a relaxed swim.
• Tree-lined seaside promenade: Unlike the more built-up centre of Cambrils, this area preserves a lush coastal pine forest that reaches almost to the sand, providing natural shade along the pedestrian promenade.

Our recommendation: Explore the Roman archaeological site in the heart of the neighbourhood, then complete your visit at the History Museum, located in the Molí de les Tres Eres, where you can see the original bronze artefacts excavated at La Llosa.

Cambrils: Where Pirates, Fine Dining and Hidden Stories Meet

Cambrils is much more than sun and beach. Discover a destination where pirate legends, haute cuisine and exotic gardens blend into one fascinating Mediterranean escape. Here are some of its most surprising secrets:

• The “Torre del Port” is not a lighthouse (even if it looks like one)

Many visitors mistake it for a lighthouse because of its round shape and seaside location. In reality, it is a 17th-century defensive tower built to protect the town from Barbary pirate attacks. Today, it stands as one of Cambrils’ most photographed landmarks and hosts maritime history exhibitions.

• A gastronomic capital with stars

Despite its small size, Cambrils is proudly known as the Gastronomic Capital of the Costa Dorada. Its reputation goes far beyond fresh fish: for decades, Michelin-starred restaurants have flourished here — something truly exceptional for a town of this scale. Don’t leave without tasting the famous fideus rossos, the local seafood specialty.

• El Parc Samà: A slice of Cuba in Tarragona

Just outside town, step into a historic garden straight out of a film set. Designed by Salvador Samà, Marquis of Marianao, it recreates the colonial Cuban atmosphere where his family once lived.

Bonus fact: A young Josep Fontserè, teacher of Antoni Gaudí, collaborated on the design. The pre-modernist influence is evident in its caves, waterfalls and romantic landscapes.

• La Torre de l'Esquirol: The 19th-century “telegraph”

Near the beach stands this slender tower, once a crucial part of the optical telegraph network linking Barcelona with Valencia and Madrid in the 19th century. Messages were transmitted through visual signals — mirrors and panels from tower to tower. It was the WhatsApp of its time, long before electric cables arrived.

• An air-raid shelter beneath your feet

In the heart of the old town (La Vila), explore a remarkably well-preserved Civil War shelter. Walk through the underground tunnels where locals once sought protection from bombings and experience a powerful piece of history firsthand.

Do not miss:

• Pla de les Serenes: Along the promenade, admire the sculptures dedicated to fishermen. Look closely — the mermaids even have names: La Dolça and La Calma.

• El Pino Redondo (Pi Rodó): Discover the centenary pine tree declared Local Heritage. So iconic that it gives its name to the neighborhood and remains a classic meeting point.

• Two centers, one destination: Cambrils is divided into two distinct areas separated by one kilometer — La Vila, the medieval and agricultural heart inland, and El Puerto, the vibrant seaside district.