Alcanar

Travel Guide

A stone castle with battlements, surrounded by greenery and a metal gate.
A mountainous landscape with a prominent peak and a valley in the background.
An aerial view of a forested area with a cleared patch of land, a winding path, and scattered buildings.
A mountainous landscape with dense green vegetation and distant hills under a clear blue sky.
A mountainous landscape with a dense forest, a small settlement, and a clear view of the coastline in the distance.

Nature, beaches with crystal clear waters and a unique gastronomy – a holiday in Alcanar is a dream getaway.

If you want to swim in perfectly clear blue water with views of the spectacular Ebro delta or enjoy the calm in the air in Sòl de Riu, a natural space where unspoilt coves are interspersed with low cliffs at the mouth of the Sénia river, then Alcanar will exceed your expectations. Not only that – hiking trails and sports activities will keep the whole family fit and active.

It is believed that the name Alcanar comes from the Latin word cannaba, a type of Roman civil settlement, which it is thought is the origin of the town. Don't wait any longer – book our Cheap holidays to Alcanar and get to know Catalonia's southernmost town. The Sierra de Montsià provides a beautiful backdrop to the area, a perfect location to enjoy nature in all its aspects.

While the natural beauty that surrounds Alcanar is one of its main attractions, it is not the only one and, with our Alcanar holiday packages, you will be able to discover them all. The historic town centre also houses various buildings of historical and artistic interest that are well worth a visit. The single naved Renaissance-style parish church of Sant Miquel Arcàngel presides over the town with a bell tower that can be seen from many points. Meanwhile, the Sanctuary of the Mare de Déu del Remei, a 16th-century construction combining Gothic, Renaissance and Neoclassical styles, is just under two miles away, rewarding the visitor with stunning views of the coast.

There are many ways to get to Alcanar. A bus line connects the town to Barcelona airport in less than three hours, so wait no longer, book your flight plus hotel to Alcanar straightaway. You can also get to the town by train. The L'Aldea-Amposta station has connections to other Mediterranean cities and, from there, you can easily reach your destination by bus or taxi. Enjoy a well-deserved vacation on the Ebro delta.

Palladium Hotel Peñíscola

Palladium Hotel Peñíscola

4 out of 5
Calle Huerto, 8 Peniscola
The price is RM355 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
RM355
RM390 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Peniscola. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very good! (72 reviews)
"Old, tired and dirty hotel. Staff did the bare minimum. Walls full of dirt and nicks, bathroom smelled rotten, no cold water in shower, hair in bed."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Palladium Hotel Peñíscola
Servigroup Papa Luna

Servigroup Papa Luna

4.5 out of 5
Avda. Papa Luna, 6 Peniscola Castellon
The price is RM472 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
RM472
RM519 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Peniscola. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Sur Beach and Hermitage of the Mother of ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (234 reviews)
"Very clean, friendly staff."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Servigroup Papa Luna
Gran Hotel Peñíscola

Gran Hotel Peñíscola

4 out of 5
Avinguda del Papa Lluna, 132 Peniscola Castellon
The price is RM278 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
RM278
RM305 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Peniscola. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Peñíscola Plaza Suites Spa and Norte Beach ...
8/10 Very good! (330 reviews)
"Even with the all the staf was a little rude everything was good"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Gran Hotel Peñíscola
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aparthotel Acualandia

Aparthotel Acualandia

4 out of 5
Avenida del Papa Luna 96 Peniscola Castellon
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Peniscola. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and free water park access. Popular attractions Norte Beach and Peñíscola Plaza ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (28 reviews)
Expensive hotel with lower than average facilties
"They advertise a water park when in reality it's just the use of the local municipal pool down the road. The evening entertainment is poor, the bar is soulless, the receptionists are unfriendly and unhelpful. I arrived back at the room at 22.30 at night to find the bathroom roof collapsed and workmen ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Aparthotel Acualandia
TAIGA Delta de l'Ebre

TAIGA Delta de l'Ebre

3 out of 5
Carrer Playa Arenal, s/n L'Ampolla Catalonia
Stay at this beach campsite in L'Ampolla. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions L'Arenal Beach and Platja dels Pinets are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (61 reviews)
"The staff at reception are very good. Our accommodation was an accessible bungalow which was clean and tidy but has very little storage space or worktops in the kitchen. The shower in the bathroom leaks because there is no seal between the door and the floor. The roads around the campsite are dusty ..."

Reviewed on 8 Apr 2025

TAIGA Delta de l'Ebre
Aparthotel Mar De Cristal

Aparthotel Mar De Cristal

2 out of 5
Calle Pescadores No 3 Peñiscola
Stay at this aparthotel in Peniscola. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, balconies and housekeeping. Popular attractions Sur Beach and Portal fosc are located nearby.
Aparthotel Mar De Cristal
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Alcanar attractions