Spain’s Costa Dorada lies along the southern coast of Catalonia, south of Barcelona. Comprised of around twenty towns and villages stretching over 120 miles, the Costa Dorada offers a wealth of options for people considering Spain holidays. A popular destination for tourists, holidays to Costa Dorada provide an ideal escape for both families and singles, whether you’re looking for a relaxing beach getaway or vibrant nightlife.
Spain remains a consistently popular destination for British tourists, and the Costa Dorada is a mere two-and-a-half hour flight from the UK. Whilst the area is comprised of many towns such as Tarragona, the area is one large resort, offering sumptuous dining at the many restaurants that line the beachfront, exciting nightclubs and bars and a multitude of sporting activities for the more active holidaymaker ranging from watersports in the many marinas along the coast, to rock climbing.
Situated on the southern Catalonian coast, the Costa Dorada lies on some of the finest beaches in Spain. The area takes its name from the soft, golden sand of these wide beaches. Further inland, the region is famously mountainous, offering not only action adventure activities like rock climbing, but also breathtaking views of the shore and surrounding coastline and countryside. There are ten major marinas and several smaller harbours dotted along the coastline, many offering boat rides and sailing trips.
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Popular Costa Dorada hotels
Salou, Costa Dorada, Spain
Salou, Costa Dorada, Spain
Sports bar serving refreshments and light bites
Two swimming pools
A la carte and buffet-style restaurants available
La Pineda, Costa Dorada, Spain
5 minutes from the beach
Three restaurants to choose from
4 adults' pools and 3 kids' pools!
Salou, Costa Dorada, Spain
300m from the beach
Outdoor swimming pool
Games room
Cambrils - Estival El Dorado, Costa Dorada, Spain
Salou, Costa Dorada, Spain
PortAventura World, Costa Dorada, Spain
Unlimited access to PortAventura Park
Kids' splash park
Themed hotel
Salou, Costa Dorada, Spain
Salou, Costa Dorada, Spain
Salou, Costa Dorada, Spain
Close to the nearby beach
Coffee bar available for guests to enjoy
Swimming pools for both adults and kids
Salou, Costa Dorada, Spain
Great for families, couples and groups
Excellent location near resort centre
Bus to PortAventura World stops outside of the hotel
Salou, Costa Dorada, Spain
All-inclusive cocktails on tap
Nightly entertainment - from bingo to dance shows
Whopping pool overlooking the sea
Salou, Costa Dorada, Spain
Calafell, Costa Dorada, Spain
Salou, Costa Dorada, Spain
Ideally located near Salou's tourist centre
Indoor pool, a gym and a spa!
200m away from the beach
La Pineda, Costa Dorada, Spain
Beachfront location
FREE access to on-site gym
Two swimming pools
Salou, Costa Dorada, Spain
Outdoor pool and kids' pool
On-site mini golf
Spa and fitness centre
Salou, Costa Dorada, Spain
Salou, Costa Dorada, Spain
Close to PortAventura Theme Park
2 swimming pools
Daytime & evening entertainment
Salou, Costa Dorada, Spain
Located in a peaceful area of Salou
200m from the nearest beach
Kids' club
Stunning Costa Dorada resorts
Cambrils
The quaint port of Cambrils, nestled to the southwest of nearby Salou, manages to retain its history as a small Spanish fishing town whilst proving popular with many people considering Costa Dorada holidays. Altogether more relaxed than other towns on the Costa Dorada, Cambrils is the ideal destination for those seeking a more Mediterranean getaway with a...
La Pineda
Lying to the north east of Salou on Spain's Costa Dorada, the charming resort of La Pineda is the ideal choice for people with smaller children considering...holidays to Spain. The entire resort is exceedingly child-friendly, with many safe places for them to enjoy the beautiful weather and just as many places to relax for mum...
PortAventura World
If you crave action, adventure and excitement, the theme park resort of PortAventura World in Salou should be your first port of call! PortAventura World...
Salou
Sitting on the sunny northeast coast of Spain, Salou is certainly not short of a beach or two. For a fun-filled family day out or a lively beach day with...
Sitges
If you're a bit of a culture vulture, a trip to the fabulously bohemian Sitges is a must for any holiday to Spain. Described as Barcelona's little sister,...
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Always use On the Beach for holidays abroad. Just an easy and simple way to book a holiday, and always had a great time.
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FAQs
How long does it take to fly to Costa Dorada?
How long does it take to fly to Costa Dorada?
It takes about 2.5 hours to fly to Costa Dorada from the UK.
What’s the time difference between the UK and Costa Dorada?
What’s the time difference between the UK and Costa Dorada?
Costa Dorada is 1 hour ahead of the UK.
What currency do they use in Costa Dorada?
What currency do they use in Costa Dorada?
The official currency of Costa Dorada is the Euro.
What language do they speak in Costa Dorada?
What language do they speak in Costa Dorada?
The official languages spoken in Costa Dorada are Spanish and Catalan.