Hotel Magnolia

🛋️ Modern and stylish interior design throughout
🏖️ Just 100m from Salou’s long sandy beach
💆 Relaxing spa with sauna, steam room and whirlpool
🌴 Chilled pool scene with loungers and towel service
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel (GSTC-recognised standard)
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 72 | Floors: 6 | Lifts: 2

Board options: Bed and Breakfast, Room Only

Minimum age: 16 years (adults-only atmosphere)

Hotel Magnolia sits in the heart of Salou, just a short stroll from the palm-lined promenade and golden sands of Llevant Beach. Step outside and you’re moments from cafés, bars and local restaurants, yet the hotel itself maintains a calm, grown-up feel behind its glass-fronted façade.

Salou is the Costa Dorada’s classic seaside resort, with everything from waterfront chill-out spots to lively night-time fountains. By day, you can stroll the coast path towards quieter coves, or hop on a bus for historic Tarragona and its Roman amphitheatre. In the evening, wander to the illuminations at the Font Lluminosa or explore tapas bars tucked behind the main strip.

• Beach (Llevant): approx. 100m
• Salou resort centre: on the doorstep
• Waterfront promenade and fountains: a few minutes’ walk
• PortAventura World: approx. 3km (short taxi or local bus)
• Tarragona: approx. 12km
• Barcelona (city): approx. 90 minutes by train

Approx. transfer time from airport: 35 minutes (from Reus – REU)

Salou, Costa Dorada, Spain

Start the day with a relaxed buffet-style continental breakfast in the main restaurant, with hot and cold options to set you up for hours on the beach or exploring the Costa Dorada. Contemporary in style, it keeps things unfussy and informal – ideal if you like to keep evenings flexible in a restaurant-packed resort.

Out by the pool, the bar serves drinks and light refreshments through the day and into the evening (typically from May to mid-October, and subject to occupancy). It’s a handy spot for a pre-dinner drink before heading out into Salou. A smart-casual dress code may apply for breakfast, and opening hours or offerings can vary seasonally.

The hotel’s outdoor freshwater pool is the social heart of the property – large enough for a refreshing dip, yet intimate enough to feel peaceful even in high season. Sunbeds and parasols frame the water, and pool towels are available with a refundable deposit so you can travel light.

With the beach just 100m away, you can easily split your day between lounging by the hotel pool and unwinding on the sand. Llevant Beach offers long stretches of golden shore, calm shallows and plenty of watersports and beach bars dotted along the promenade.

Wellness is a real focus at Hotel Magnolia. The compact spa features a sauna, steam room and whirlpool, plus a menu of massage and beauty treatments to help you fully switch off after a day in the Spanish sun (min age 18yrs; local charges apply). Usual opening is early evening into the night, with times adjusted by season and occupancy.

If you like to stay active, the air-conditioned gym offers cardio equipment, a free weights area and an aerobics studio – perfect for a quick workout before breakfast or a stretch session later in the day.

Around the hotel you’ll also find a 24-hour reception and concierge service, luggage storage and wheelchair hire (local charge). Some reception staff may not speak English fluently, but the team is friendly and used to international guests.

Double or Twin Room for Sole Use
Sleeps: Minimum 1 | Maximum 1

Ideal for solo travellers who don’t want to compromise on space, these contemporary rooms come with either a double bed or twin beds, plus a furnished balcony. Expect neutral, modern décor and practical comforts, including:
– Flat-screen television
– Free Wi‑Fi
– Air conditioning
– Bathroom with shower
– Hairdryer
– Coffee-making facilities
– Pillow menu for a tailored night’s sleep
– Room cleaning and towel change on request
– Safety deposit box (local charge)

Double or Twin Room
Sleeps: Minimum 2 | Maximum 3

Perfect for couples or friends, these rooms offer the same fresh design and facilities as the sole-use option, with flexible sleeping arrangements for up to three adults. Each has a balcony, shower bathroom and all the essentials for a relaxed beach break: flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, pillow menu, coffee-maker and individually controlled air-conditioning. Safes and some services incur a local supplement.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary. Views, room size and configuration can differ from those shown in photographs, but your exact room type and any view options will be selectable at the time of booking.*

💪 Use of air-conditioned gym with cardio and weights (opening hours typically 17:00–20:00, subject to occupancy)
🧖 Spa time in the sauna, steam room and whirlpool (18+, local charge)
💅 Massage and beauty treatments available to book
🏖️ Easy access to Salou’s beach, promenade and watersports
🚆 Great base for day trips to Tarragona or Barcelona

🛎️ 24-hour reception and concierge-style assistance
🧳 Luggage storage for early arrivals and late departures
♿ Wheelchair and pushchair hire (local charge; subject to availability)
📶 Free Wi‑Fi throughout the hotel
🛏️ Pillow menu in rooms for extra comfort
🚕 Assistance with local taxis, excursions and restaurant bookings
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel practices helping to reduce environmental impact

Salou is a lively yet versatile resort on Spain’s Costa Dorada, offering everything from long sandy beaches and coastal walks to theme parks and day trips. Currency is the Euro (€) and the local language is Catalan and Spanish, though English is widely understood in tourist areas. The time difference from the UK is +1 hour and typical flights take around 2.5 hours.

Hotel Magnolia is adults-only (16+), making it especially suited to couples and friends looking for a stylish base close to the action but with a relaxed, grown-up pool and spa area. Seasonal opening times for facilities can vary and some services or amenities may carry a local charge.

For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Spain advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Hotel Magnolia adults-only?
Yes. Hotel Magnolia is an adults-only property with a minimum age of 16 years. That means you can expect a calm, grown-up atmosphere around the pool, in the restaurant and in the spa – perfect for couples or friends who want a child-free base near the beach.

2. How close is Hotel Magnolia to the beach and Salou nightlife?
The hotel is approximately 100m from Salou’s main sandy beach and right in the resort centre. You can walk to the seafront promenade, bars, restaurants and evening fountain shows in just a few minutes, so there’s no need for taxis unless you’re heading further afield.

3. What board options does Hotel Magnolia offer?
Hotel Magnolia offers Bed and Breakfast and Room Only. The Bed & Breakfast package includes a buffet-style continental breakfast served in the main restaurant, leaving your evenings free to explore Salou’s many dining options. Room Only is ideal if you prefer complete flexibility.

4. Does Hotel Magnolia have a spa and gym, and are there age limits?
Yes. There is a small spa area with sauna, steam room and whirlpool, plus a range of massage and beauty treatments for an extra charge. There is also an air-conditioned gym with cardio equipment, free weights and an aerobics studio. Spa and gym facilities are generally for guests aged 18 years and over, and opening times can vary by season and hotel occupancy.

5. How long is the transfer from Reus Airport to Hotel Magnolia?
The transfer from Reus Airport (REU) to Hotel Magnolia takes around 35 minutes by coach, depending on traffic and how many stops are made en route. Barcelona Airport (BCN) is further away, so transfers take longer if you choose to arrive there instead.

6. Is Hotel Magnolia suitable for a quiet, relaxing break?
Yes. Although it’s in Salou’s resort centre, Hotel Magnolia’s adults-only policy, chilled pool area and spa give it a more relaxed feel than many larger hotels. It’s a great choice if you want easy access to bars and restaurants but prefer to stay somewhere with a calmer, boutique-style ambience.

7. What sustainability credentials does Hotel Magnolia have?
Hotel Magnolia is labelled as a Certified Sustainable Hotel, meaning that at the time of assessment it met a GSTC-recognised standard for sustainable tourism practices. This typically includes measures around energy and water use, waste reduction and support for the local community, without compromising guest comfort.

8. What in-room facilities can I expect at Hotel Magnolia?
All rooms have a balcony, flat-screen TV, free Wi‑Fi, air conditioning, coffee-making facilities, a pillow menu, hairdryer and a bathroom with shower. Safety deposit boxes and some extras may require a local charge. Cleaning and towel changes are available on request, reflecting the hotel’s sustainability approach.