Review date: 15 October 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from Norwich wrote:

Review Subject: Entertainment
Review title: "Salou"
Travel date: August 2007
This place is great - if you want a 'home from home', basically, English food, bars etc with the bonus of the weather! If you want a more cultured holiday avoid Salou! It took me and my friend three days to find anywhere vaguely Spanish to eat.

Our apartment was on a huge roundabout so peaceful and relaxing it wasn't! Basically Salou reminds me of Great Yarmouth - if you love cheap shops, bars and restaurants blaring 'Coronation Street' or football then you'll love Salou!

Review date: 25 March 2008 a HotelStreet visitor from Luton wrote:

Review Subject: Salou
Review title: "Fantastic Resort"
Travel date: August 2007
I adore Salou. Having visited many worldwide destinations Salou is my favourite.

Reviews I have read mention that its all 'Coronation Street' and reminds people of Yarmouth. Yes it has a 'Brit' end of town but if you wander down to the old town, they probably wouldn't have even heard an English accent. There are lots of nice Spanish run bars.

Beautiful beaches, lovely promenade and fountains. OK, it's not Marbella but its a nice unpretentious family holiday resort and I always feel very safe there. Have a good time if you visit Salou!

Review date: 15 July 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from Bolton wrote:

Review Subject: Salou Resort
Review title: "Best Holiday"
Travel date: July 2006
My family and I are going back to Salou for the seventh time this year. We have been on many holidays in the past such as Tenerife, Portugal, Cyprus and other European destinations but none are a patch on Salou. There is so much to see and do.

The beach is wonderful and there are also smaller coves further up the coast leading up to Cap Salou. Salou is also surrounded by some other lovely places and a must to see is Barcelona where you can visit the Olympic Stadium, the zoo, the city itself and the Nou Camp Stadium which is home to Barcelona football club. Nearer Salou is Cambrils, a lovely little fishing village which has some superb restaurants, particularly good if you like fish. On the other side of Salou is La Pineda, which also has a great beach and a fantastic water park which is safe and has dolphin and sea lion shows. Also the town of Tarragona is worth a visit, particularly for the shops and of course it is only a fifteen minute bus ride to Salou's wonderful theme park, PortAventura where you can spend all day and night riding the coasters and watching shows.

At night, Salou comes alive and has fantastic bars and clubs and restaurants together with a whole range of shops just one after the other. We normally eat our dinner and then work it off by going down the main street and relaxing in the shops. After one or two purchases we go in the bars and to be honest there are only a handful of poor bars. Most of them are brilliant, particularly the 'Victoria' bar, 'Charlie Chaplains' and 'Funky Monkey's' and you tend to find that most of the bars are very child friendly.

We visited Salou last year for the sixth time and are going again shortly. If you have a family, there is no better place than Salou. If there is, I would like to know about it.

Review date: 26 August 2008 a HotelStreet visitor from Tipperary, Ireland. wrote:

Review Subject: Connect Inn
Review title: "Connect Inn Is A Real Gem!"
Travel date: August 2008
My husband and I and our two children visited the Connect Inn for a few meals. The food was delicious with generous portions and the sangria went down a treat. Santa, the owner and his daughter were excellent hosts - very friendly and the service was excellent. It was our favourite restaurant there. We also met Andrew who hands out the flyers for the restaurant. He was a great guy. Regards.

Review date: 16 July 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from Co. Wexford, Ireland wrote:

Review Subject: Connect Inn
Review title: "Really Good"
Travel date: July 2007
This was our first place to have a meal in. It is so friendly. Santa and his wife Lisa Marie were so friendly and very welcoming, we went back there most of our stay. Food was excellent. Big screen T.V. there to watch while you ate with all the English programmes you watch at home. You also get to use their internet free, of course only if you have eaten there. We loved it there and I highly recommend it.

Review date: 14 June 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from Ireland wrote:

Review Subject: Uncle Sams
Review title: "Uncle Sams"
Travel date: June 2007
This restaurant was the best one I visited in Salou. The food was lovely and well worth the money. The portions are massive, staff very friendly. Always very busy. Definitely recommend this!

Review date: 16 January 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from Scotland wrote:

Review Subject: Robin Hood Bar/Restaurant
Review title: "Excellent Service"
Travel date: October 2006
I have visited Salou many a time and over the last five years, I would have to say I have found myself spending most of my holiday in the Robin Hood. Very welcoming staff, most of whom of speak very good English considering they are Spanish! Entertainment at night is top class. The karaoke takes you late into the night. They also have 'Stars In Their Eyes' competitions at the end of the week and quizzes too.

I remember the day when the kids would get up and dance every night to the party songs. Very family orientated business, plenty of games machines, two internet terminals and two pool tables to keep the kids busy whilst the adults enjoy the entertainment at night!

Review date: 20 June 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from Wales wrote:

Review Subject: Miami Restaurant
Review title: "Great Food "
Travel date: June 2006
What a place this is. Close to bars, shops and beach. Good choice of food and beer only one euro 50 a pint. The staff were so nice and always there to help with places to see and go. They even took me out for a tour. It was brill - can't remember much that day but you should try this place. The menu is big - hope your belly is.

Review date: 29 July 2005 a HotelStreet visitor from Leicester wrote:

Review Subject: Salou Restaurants/Pubs
Review title: "Salou Restaurants/Pubs"
Travel date: July 2005
SALOU RESTUARANTS/PUBS
There are plenty of restaurants around and we would recommend:

1) The Spaghetti House - good for pizzas, pasta but we enjoyed the desserts even more. Service is slow but the food is great and quick!

2) Uncle Sams - Good for burgers, nachos etc and a great all round menu with very down-to-earth (friendly) staff. Very good value for money.

3) Taj Mahal - Next to Uncle Sam's is a tasty Indian restaurant. Service is not great but the food hits the spot!

4) The Butler - next to the Spaghetti house is a good English pub with English television is you're a soap addict.

5) Shankleys - Opposite Uncle Sam's is another English pub and a must for Liverpool fans.

6) The George & Dragon - Good for food and English television.

7) The Old Brown Cow - Family business - great food and service.

Review date: 14 May 2006 a HotelStreet visitor from Kent, England wrote:

Review Subject: Danny's
Review title: "Fantastic!"
Travel date: June 2005
Danny's Bar and restuarant was the place to be! It has great food, great entertainment and footy for when the ladies fancy a night away from the men! Great staff, great drinks - great place!

Review date: 31 August 2008 a HotelStreet visitor from Co. Donegal, Ireland wrote:

Review Subject: Christy's Irish Bar
Review title: "Savage Place!"
Travel date: August 2008
Landed in Salou on Friday. On the first night we had thunder, lightning and floods but we headed out anyway and landed in 'Christy's' and to our surprise, there was a tall leprechaun from Derry 'stripping'! We were happy! We had a savage night with lots of free shots. Class bar staff - Tom Cruise 'cocktail' - eat your heart out! Every night for a week we went there. We also visited other bars which were good - 'Danny Boy's' '007' 'Bus Stop' etc., but it was hard to beat 'Christy's'. Couldn't have enjoyed myself any more and hope to go out next May to try and get a job in an Irish bar!

Review date: 20 June 2008 a HotelStreet visitor from Ireland wrote:

Review Subject: Jimmy's Bar
Review title: "Jimmy's Rocks"
Travel date: June 2008
If you love karaoke, fun music and a laugh, check out 'Jimmy's' bar in Salou. It's a fantastic bar and the DJ is the best DJ ever. If you're looking for a fun night out, check it out.

Review date: 02 July 2008 a HotelStreet visitor from Ireland wrote:

Review Subject: Guinness Tavern
Review title: "Fab Food"
Travel date: June 2008
The 'Guinness Tavern' bar and restaurant is fab. The food is great - reasonably priced and a variety to suit even the most picky of eaters! Staff great, helpful and chatty. The best part of my holiday by far!

Review date: 18 May 2008 a HotelStreet visitor from Norfolk, England wrote:

Review Subject: Black Bull
Review title: "Black Bull Is Great Fun And Friendly"
Travel date: May 2008
The 'Black Bull' in Salou was every entertaining and welcoming even through the bad weather. Happy hours between 8-9 and 10-11. Pub quiz with prizes for highest score and best team name. Bingo games with cash prizes. Very friendly staff and great snacks. Well worth a visit.

Review date: 27 May 2008 a HotelStreet visitor from Wigan, England, UK wrote:

Review Subject: Lunatic Bar
Review title: "Champagne Sangria"
Travel date: May 2008
'Lunatic' bar on the sea front is top, especially the Cava sangria which is made with champagne instead of red wine. Great food as well.

Review date: 20 September 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from Cardiff, South Wales, UK wrote:

Review Subject: The Robin Hood
Review title: "Brilliant!!"
Travel date: September 2007
I visited Salou for the fourth time recently with my family, and we found ourselves in 'The Robin Hood' almost every night. It is a fantastic bar, offering karaoke every night, and a 'Stars In Their Eyes' competition every Friday.

Babs and Steve do a fantastic job of running the karaoke, and I intend on visiting again very soon.

Salou is a wonderful place, with something for everyone to do.

It's a must!

Review date: 08 November 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from Scotland wrote:

Review Subject: Lazy Wave
Review title: "Gina The Karaoke Queen"
Travel date: September 2007
This is my fourth time here. The managers and staff are brilliant. Gina the DJ is superb and can't do enough for the kids as well as adults. Bingo and karaoke every night. Parrot shows as well. Great atmosphere, food delicious and staff fantastic. Couldn't ask for better.

Review date: 29 January 2008 a HotelStreet visitor from Ireland wrote:

Review Subject: The Rovers Return Bar (Lenny's Bar)
Review title: "Fun, Frolics, Friendliness, Memories"
Travel date: September 2007
It was our first time in Salou, but taking everything into account it won't be the last. The main attraction being this bar. The staff know your needs exactly when you enter the door and they are met 100 per cent. The proprietor, Lenny, is an absolute gentleman and has on his team the most hard working team. So child orientated - 0-80 - as there is a child in all of us but if you want to just sit and soak it all in, it's for you also. Music, games, movies, quizzes, chat and interaction like no where else. So much fun. Keep it up lads. See you August 2008!

Review date: 21 August 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from Ireland wrote:

Review Subject: Murphy's Sports Pub
Review title: "Disappointing"
Travel date: August 2007
Heard much about this place and first couple of nights I went in were quiet but friendly bar staff passed the nights. Alas, first morning I went in for breakfast I was astonished at the severe lack of courtesy when ordering breakfast. I was talked to like something that the girl had washed off her hands and sadly I just left without ordering. Sorry, but as far as I can see maybe this is why the bar is so quiet in the evenings. Definitely not recommended.

Review date: 08 July 2008 a HotelStreet visitor from N. Ireland wrote:

Review Subject: The Lazy Wave
Review title: "Loved It!"
Travel date: August 2007
The staff in this bar are great! They always come to check and see if you are enjoying yourself. It is alive and full of energy. You have a choice of entertainment - karaoke, bingo, watching the game, internet, a game of snooker and much more! I must say I loved it and it was a week to remember!

Review date: 11 July 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from County Wexford, Ireland wrote:

Review Subject: Sinatras
Review title: "Great "
Travel date: July 2007
Very good entertainment. Staff very nice and friendly, mostly stuck to this place as just next door to International Aparthotel II. Good atmosphere.

Only one complaint, just one toilet, one for female and one for male so bit of a wait some times.

Review date: 20 July 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from Yorkshire wrote:

Review Subject: 007 Bar
Review title: "Absolutely Fantasic"
Travel date: July 2007
This bar is absolutely fab - had some right nights in there until five in the morning. Free shots with every drink. Nice fit staff, loads of fit lads. Fab music - bit of everything played, brilliant entertainment before night starts. 'OO7' bar is the place to be for a great night.

Review date: 22 July 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from Scotland wrote:

Review Subject: Jimmy' Karaoke Bar
Review title: "Jimmy's Is The Best In Salou"
Travel date: July 2007
'Jimmy's' is the best karaoke bar in Salou. He has thousands of songs. I wanted to sing Lochlomand Rinrig style but he didn't have it and when I went back the following night he told me he got that song, which is cool. He took the time to get that song just for me.

My daughter loved 'Jimmy's'. Everyone is in for a good time if they go there and its not just karaoke - he puts on shows too. Rik Andrews is a must - he's on Fridays. We went to other karaoke bars like 'Idols'. I didn't enjoy it - I felt the place was a bit smelly and he didn't have all the up to date songs like 'Jimmy's'.

So if you like a good singsong and you want to go to a clean bar, 'Jimmy's' is the place to go.

Review date: 11 July 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from Chesterfield, England wrote:

Review Subject: Butler
Review title: "Friendly Butler"
Travel date: June 2007
The 'Butler' in Salou town is a superb, friendly bar for English families. The owner Tim is a very friendly bloke. We always make sure we go and see him. The 'Butler' also does a excellent pint of English beer or lager.

Review date: 21 October 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from Scotland wrote:

Review Subject: Charlie Chaplins
Review title: "CCs Is Great"
Travel date: June 2007
Was in 'Charlie Chaplin's' every night. It was great fun. It shuts around 3 or 4 a.m. The nights flew by.

Review date: 01 March 2008 a HotelStreet visitor from Kennington, London wrote:

Review Subject: The Rover's Return Pub
Review title: "Families"
Travel date: June 2007
Been going to Salou for years, all the time to the 'Rover's Return' pub. Fantastic for all ages, from two up to 102. Lots of kids' entertainment, then stuff for the adults - quizzes. 'Mr and Mrs', 'Deal Or No Deal', karaoke and, four nights a week, cabaret. And a great hypnotist show which is kept clean because there are also lots of kids in.

Give it a try. We think it's great. Only eight out of ten because Lenny was not there. He was ill. Best of luck. See you in June.

Review date: 19 May 2008 a HotelStreet visitor from Hull, England wrote:

Review Subject: Victoria Taven
Review title: "Victoria Taven Is Great"
Travel date: June 2007
The 'Victoria Taven' is just across the road from the San Diego hotel. They do bingo for all ages with good prizes. They also have entertainers for all. Some ask the kids to go but most work round them and its a fully run English bar. Take my word - give it a go. Take all the family with you and give it a bash.

Review date: 22 April 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from Scotland wrote:

Review Subject: Hole In The Wall
Review title: "Very Welcome"
Travel date: April 2007
Just returned from Salou. The 'Hole In The Wall' pub is great. The measures are big. Anna and Charlie make you very welcome. Do not make meals, but snacks and pizza great. Give them a try. You'll go back.

The 'Bell Tavern' friendly too - nice couple, meal very good. Enjoy Salou

Review date: 08 December 2006 a HotelStreet visitor from Edinburgh, Scotland wrote:

Review Subject: Robin Hood
Review title: "Absolutely Wicked"
Travel date: September 2006
Went to the Robin Hood every night of my holiday this year. Went for the first time last year and had a blast. Entertainment was top class. The karaoke cracking so decided to go back this year and hey presto, spent the whole two weeks in the Robin Hood every night. The karaoke is a laugh. You get quizzes and even 'Stars in Their Eyes' at the end of the week! Very entertaining for all the family.

Review date: 13 February 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from Wishaw, Scotland wrote:

Review Subject: Mad Scotsman ll
Review title: "Best Pub In Salou"
Travel date: September 2006
This pub was by far the friendliest and easy going bar in Salou and La Pineda. Everything from quizzes to bingo, to karaoke and live entertainment. Thanks to Sandy, Judy and Freddie for some great memories. Sadly, this great bar is no longer with us, as Sandy and Judy have decided to take their winning formula to Benidorm. They have opened a bar named 'The Highland Fling' and hope to have it opened by the end of February 2007. So to anyone who enjoyed 'The Mad Scotsman 1 & 2', it will be surely be worth a visit.

Review date: 21 September 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from Hull, England, UK wrote:

Review Subject: Rover's Return (Lenny's)
Review title: "Best Bar In Salou"
Travel date: September 2006
My family and I have been going to Salou since 1994. We try and go back every year as we love it there so much. 'The Rover's Return' is such a great place to go if you have children because the staff really know how to entertain them. They do all sorts of games with them such as musical bumps and pass the pie. The staff will sometimes tell the children to go and get either mam or dad and bring them to the dance floor, then tell the children to go and sit down, leaving the parents to play pass the pie. The game is simple you pass the pie to the person next to you and when the music stops you put the pie in the face of the person on your left. It's a very messy game but it's fun.

They have all sorts of entertainment on for the adults too such as Rick Andrew, an hypnotist, very good, plus bingo, pub quizzes, karaoke and some Polynesian dancers with very fit bodies.

It is such a nice and friendly bar. If when you go there doesn't appear to be any where to sit, the staff will move people around to make room for you.

Because we have been going for such a long time the owner of the bar, Lenny, is such a good friend and whenever we walk in he shouts 'My locals from Hull are back!'

We always have such an enjoyable time in Salou and at 'The Rover's Return' and would seriously recommend it to anyone on a family holiday.

Review date: 02 February 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from N.Ireland wrote:

Review Subject: Danny Boy
Review title: "A Great Night Out"
Travel date: August 2006
'Danny Boy', in Salou, is the best Irish bar I have been to but not just for the Irish, for everyone. It was always packed each night with games, music, competitions, free drink etc. They really make you feel welcome! Food is great too - nice homemade food. For a great, safe night out, come here!

Review date: 26 March 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from Falkirk, Scotland wrote:

Review Subject: Rovers Return
Review title: "This Bar Is A Must"
Travel date: July 2006
One of the best bars visited in any country. Great. Family orientated and I gave it nine out of ten. They just need a good Scots singer.

Review date: 14 June 2006 a HotelStreet visitor from Runcorn, Cheshire wrote:

Review Subject: Funky Monkey
Review title: "Brill Pub"
Travel date: June 2006
The 'Funky Monkey' is a great English pub in Carrer Priorat, Serves lovely bar food and has some great offers on booze. Very, very child friendly, pool table, table football, play station, toys, pencils, paper etc. Some very good entertainment and TV for watching stuff like world cup!

Review date: 24 February 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from Scotland wrote:

Review Subject: Rovers Return
Review title: "An Entertaining Pub For Both Adults And Especially Children And Teenagers"
Travel date: June 2006
We went to this pub as we had two teenagers with us and easily bored. They asked to go every night as there is something for everyone. Children get playing games whilst you get peace and quiet. There's a karaoke, disco and party games - you name it. This is the place to go. For the adults, 'Kiss' is good or even 'Jimmy's' which you can take the children in to as well.

Review date: 08 July 2006 a HotelStreet visitor from Fife, Scotland, UK wrote:

Review Subject: Mad Scotsman
Review title: "Atmosphere You Want"
Travel date: May 2006
Lovely little pub, friendly staff. Welcomes kids.

Review date: 17 July 2005 a HotelStreet visitor from Sheffield, England, UK wrote:

Review Subject: Robin Hood Bar Restaurant
Review title: "Robin Hood Is Tops"
Travel date: July 2005
On arrival in Salou we missed breakfast, so we were feeling hungry when we went to look around. Fortunately we came upon the Robin Hood. The food there was good and not pricey. I can recommend the home made steak pie. The evening karaoke was probably the best around. The prices for drinks were good. The Robin Hood was full every night we went in. Can recommend this bar for a meal or a night out.

Review date: 10 May 2005 a HotelStreet visitor from Scotland wrote:

Review Subject: Bees Knees
Review title: "Mac 'N' Cheese At The Bees Knees"
Travel date: May 2004
Any Scots reading this will know what I mean. When (for most of us ) one is a bit tipsy, there's nothing like curry sauce and chips. Well, let me tell you, this place does it just like your local chinese. They have Heinz beans, real bacon and don't get me started on the chicken. The owners are Scottish (hence friendly, down to earth and have a braw accent) and for all intents and purposes know how to serve you a taste of home.

I love Spanish weather, cheap cigs and scenery but I do love my Nescafe and real tea. My young son dragged us everynight to the Bees Knees. He loved the mac 'n' cheese.

We are taking the kids back to Salou next May 06, but wherever we go we will visit the Bees Knees just for the atmosphere (kiddin - just for the food).

Review date: 03 November 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from England wrote:

Review Subject: Titanic
Review title: "It Is A Good Entertainment Place"
Travel date: October 2003
Hi. I have just sent a review in for the Royal apartments in Salou. This place called 'The Titanic' is a good place to go and you can have something to eat while you are there. Also, they play a lot of games and quizzes. The staff are friendly and polite.

Review date: 15 January 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from Scotland wrote:

Review Subject: Rafferty's Irish Bar
Review title: "Great "
Travel date: July 2003
I loved Salou. It was great. Plenty of entertainment, bars and clubs. I would recommend it to my friends.

Review date: 30 July 2008 a HotelStreet visitor from England wrote:

Review Subject: Lazy Wave
Review title: "Excellent For Kids"
Travel date: July 2008
The 'Lazy Wave' is excellent for kids and adults. Gina puts on loads of games for the kids and bingo for the adults (I know it's sad). This is below the the Cye apartments. Have a look and say 'hi' to Gina from me from Yorkshire. If you have never been to Salou and have kids, they will love it and so will you. Just booked to go on July 7th 2009 and can't wait.

Review date: 19 May 2006 a HotelStreet visitor from York, England wrote:

Review Subject: 007 And Bus Stop
Review title: "They Are Great"
Travel date: May 2006
The 007 Bar and Bus Stop, which is next door, are both excellent clubs, play excellent music and provide you with a good night out. Drinks aren't that expensive and so it's easy to have a good time. Good dancers in there and friendly bar staff in both and happy bouncers. Good places to go.

Review date: 23 January 2006 a HotelStreet visitor from Banbridge, Northern Ireland wrote:

Review Subject: Snoepy's
Review title: "The Place Is Superb!"
Travel date: September 2005
Snoepy's is the best night club in Salou, without a doubt. If like me you like a little mixture of music, then this is the place to go! They have dancers and gorgeous bar staff. I made some really good friends in this place, some will hopefully be for life! Most of the clubs in Salou just tend to play r'n'b but Snoepy's is a little more individual, has a better mix, and the staff are pleasant. Better watch out for the security at the entrance to the club though, you can't go in until you have a drink in your hand! Amazing! 10 out of 10! Out of this world!

Review date: 08 July 2008 a HotelStreet visitor from North West England wrote:

Review Subject: PortAventura
Review title: "I Loved It!"
Travel date: July 2008
PortAventura is the best! It beats Alton Towers on some rides (i.e. the rapids, runaway train and Rita), beats Terra Mitica as it is bigger (although these theme parks are amazing too!). It is more than amazing as there are a lot of rides and a lot of fantastic shows. Quite a few rides are gentle and suited for children, others are big and very, very fast! The queues weren't that long when we went. You definitely get your money's worth. I advise people to get a multiple day pass (consecutive days though) for 63 euros - definitely worth it as you need at least two days!

The food prices are rather dear (in my opinion) and so are the drinks, until you actually get given them and then you think wow! A small coke costs 2.35 euros but it looks like it could be a large coke! Buy the candy floss on a stick - it will be bigger than your head!! Oh, and if you are buying any ride pictures, I wouldn't leave it until the end of the day, buy the picture within at least an hour or two hours because, like what happened with ours on 'Furius Baco', our picture had been deleted by the end of the day because of little memory left and the ride being so popular! The pictures are about seven euros which is very cheap considering! I also advise you to take any earrings out etc. on the 'Furius Baco' as it goes so fast (I mean meag fast - it's awesome). Go on it, experience it. I loved the firework display at the end too - well worth it. I'm so returning in the near future. Love PortAventura!

Review date: 08 July 2008 a HotelStreet visitor from Ireland wrote:

Review Subject: PortAventura Theme Park
Review title: "PortAventura Theme Park"
Travel date: July 2007
The theme park is so cool! Loads of good runs. The roller coasters are the best. If you are a fan of thrills, go for sure! There are a pile of runs. You couldn't go for one day and you would have to go for a good couple to get round it!

The food is beautiful. Ideal for teens and adults. For little kids there are good runs for them. The fireworks are amazing and the shows.

The PortAventura water park is brill. Very good and not that deep if you can't swim. Good for children and babies! Class for teens and adults as loads to do in both. You will never get bored as there is always something to do!

Review date: 29 July 2005 a HotelStreet visitor from Leicester wrote:

Review Subject: Day Trips
Review title: "Day Trips"
Travel date: July 2005
DAY TRIPS

Do Barcelona first as your bus discount book gives you two for one tickets for Port Aventura! Do not visit Barcelona on a Monday as all the museums are closed! Do visit Barcelona on a Thursday, Friday or Saturday, as on these days there is an evening fountain show.

1. Barcelona
Trip to Barca is a must! Forget the reps trip, its massively overpriced -50 euros! We got the train. We had no problems from Salou station (seven euros from hotel in taxi). Buy return train tickets at 11 euros per adult and enjoy the one and a half hour train ride. Sit on the right if you want to see the best views/beaches. Get off at Sants (Barcelona) station, it's the first one in Barca. Step outside the station and look right for the open top bus stood at the bus top (called Bus Turistic). If one is not there, then one appears every ten minutes. Get on the bus and pay the guide/driver 17 euros per adult. There are three zones - red, blue and green, you can use them all and change at certain points. We started and finished on the blue which took us back to the station to catch the train home. They will give a map and discount book. Remember you can hop on and off at all the main sights. Brilliant... don't miss the dancing fountains in the evening. Also well worth a good look are the Sagrada Familia, La Pedrera, the Olympic Stadium, Park Guell and best of all if you're a footy fan, the Nou Camp. Look out for the holographic photograph on the pitch at Nou Camp. Remember to use your discount book at most the sights. Tourist information is underground at Placa Catalunya and they are very helpful. Shopping in Barca is fantastic also, particularly around Las Ramblas! Only down side is that last train from Barcelona was at 9pm. NB Your return train ticket may not work in the automatic machine (ours didn't), don't panic, show the guard your ticket and he'll let you through.

2. Port Aventura
Port Aventura was also excellent. I suggest though that you bring enough to cover food expenses as the food is snacky rather than filling. Limited choice for vegetarians. Even so there is something for everyone; the queues were not long, longest 20 minutes. The park was very clean and tidy but smoking appears to be a national obsession! The firework and laser show at 11.30pm is not to be missed although the crowds start gathering around the lake from around 10.30pm so you need to be in that area early to get a good viewing point. http://www.portaventura.com/

3. Sunday Market

Bonavista has a Sunday market for cloths, shoes, fruit and vegetables, gifts etc. Don't spend 13 euros on the rep's trip as the local bus will take you there (and back) for around five euros! NB All buses/coaches drop you about five or ten minutes walk from the market!

4. Supermarkets

The supermarkets are plentiful, the best being the Michaelangelo chain.

Review date: 03 September 2007 a HotelStreet visitor from England wrote:

Review Subject: Aquapollis Splash Pool
Review title: "Fantastic"
Travel date: August 2007
I had a rubbish holiday because of my hotel 'Hilltop Molinos' but the Aquapolis splash pool was great and helped to lift our spirits. You didn't have to queue and they had so much to do there for everyone, even swimming with seals and dolphins etc. Great.