Salou’s best aparthotels for a sunny family holiday in Spain

The CYE Aparthotel Holiday Centre offers all the same services as a hotel, but with the added freedom of a holiday apartment.

The apartments are modern, clean and bright, and sleep up to a maximum of 6 people, ideal for big families! You can cook up a storm in your fully furnished kitchen or if you fancy a treat, there are weekly themed dinners where you can enjoy international cuisine in the onsite restaurants.

The complex is perfect for keeping the youngsters entertained so you can relax in peace, with games in the outdoor park and a play room with board games and toys. During the summer months, the kids can enjoy the daily activities in the mini-club.

It’s not all about the children, though; there’s also a barber and beauty salon for freshening up during your stay, a fitness studio and hammam, massage and cosmetics area and activities like billiards, bowling, mini-golf or volleyball.

Framed by lush palm trees, these minimalist apartments are located a mere five minutes from the seafront promenade and beaches, and less than one kilometer from the PortAventura theme park.

The superior apartments overlook the pool and sleep up to four people, ideal for two adults and two children. Each boasts a living room with two single sofa beds, a fully integrated kitchen in the dining roomand dining area, a bedroom with a double bed, a bathroom and a large terrace.

Unlike most accommodation in Salou, the Les Dalies Apartamentos are pet-friendly, so you can take the whole family abroad for just an extra €10 per night. Staff can give you a guide to nearby vets and pet beauty salons, as well as information on the best places to take your pet for a walk and local dog-walking services.

The complex has 2 swimming pools, one for adults which includes a Jacuzzi zone, and another shallow one for children, plus a solarium area with sunbeds where you can relax in the sun or have a drink or snack in the cafeteria. The cafeteria features a coffee shop and bakery with poolside terrace, so you can enjoy a range of snacks and breakfast service in the sun.

Located in the Plaza de Europa area – the main square in the tourist town of Salou – is the Ibersol Spa Aqquaria apartments, just a ten-minute stroll to the beach.

The one, two or three bedroom self-catering apartments come with a modern kitchen, ensuite bathroom and a generous terrace. Each holiday flat is furnished in a contemporary style, and the kitchen’s facilities are unparalleled, including a combi-fridge, washing machine/tumble dryer, extractor fan, microwave and glass-ceramic hob.

Enjoy a dip in the two outdoor swimming pools or sunbathing on the solarium, or if you fancy working up a sweat, why not check out the running track or table tennis court? Kiddies can splash around in the children’s swimming pool with waterfall feature, or explore the Mediterranean garden areas.

To take relaxation to the next level, after a stress-free day at the beach you can visit the spa and make use of the Nordic sauna, Jacuzzi, Turkish bath, indoor heated swimming pool, or even the gym (if you feel up to it!).

This pretty aparthotel is just a stone’s throw away from Levante beach, and a perfect option for families and couples looking to explore the gorgeous Costa Dorado region.

The 30 air-conditioned apartments sleep up to four people and come furnished with a fully equipped kitchen and private balcony. Choose a recently-refurbished Premium Apartment for a modern, sleek stay in Salou with your own coffee maker and flat screen TV.

Ona Club Novely’s complex has plenty of facilites to keep you occupied during your stay, such as the outdoor swimming pool with solarium and deck chairs, shallow children’s pool and bike rentals so you can explore the region’s attractions.

The apartments are close to a great selection of amenities like shopping centres, restaurants and bars. Reception can also organize car hire and shuttle services to the Port Aventura Theme Park and the gorgeous Roman city of Tarragona.

Only five minutes from the beach in the centre of Salou, next to the busy Jaume 1 seafront promenade and famous Illuminate Fountain, is the family-focused apartment complex of Apartaments CYE Salou.

Accommodation at the Plaza Europa consists of clean one and two bedroom apartments. Each holiday flat is fitted with a kitchenette, lounge area and balcony, perfect for watching the beautiful Spanish sunsets with a chilled glass of wine or local beer.

Leisure is the name of the game in Salou, and CYE understands this perfectly. The apartment complex boasts a large outdoor pool with a sundeck furnished with hammocks and sun loungers, children’s playground and kid-friendly pool.

Just a 10 minute walk from the train station and golden sandy beaches, the Ona Jardines Paraisol aparthotel is situated in the pretty Catalan region of Salou.

Spend the sunny days enjoying local attractions like golf, sailing or biking trails and the evenings sampling Spanish cuisine in the nearby restaurants along the Costa Dorada.

The modern, recently-refurbished apartments sleep two, four or six people per holiday flat. Each air-conditioned apartment comes with a fully equipped kitchen, airy living room and balcony – perfect for families who like to enjoy all the comforts of home.

The resort boasts all the ingredients necessary for a perfect sun holiday, like an outdoor swimming pool with a waterfall and slides, children’s playground, sun terrace and tropical landscaped gardens.