Let me preface these discoveries by saying that I ended up in Calella haphazardly. It is not necessarily a town that I would generally recommend. It is not your traditional Spanish/Catalan dream destination. It very much looks like something the 70's spit out and no one ever bothered to clean up.

With that said, I freaking love this little freakish town, which I quickly & affectionately nicknamed "The Twilight Zone."

The strangest occurrences happened throughout the month, yes MONTH, I lived in Calella.

Apparently since the 70's, Calella, was a booming tourist destination for Western Europeans and the British. It has been on a massive decline over the past decade. What's left behind though are some fun Dutch and English/Irish pubs, a small welcoming expat community, and one of the most incredible beaches you will ever lay your eyes on.

Beautiful clean white sand for miles and crystal clear turquoise water. Parties & bars on the beach, some free concerts in the summer time and of course drinking it allowed as well.

If you happen to find yourself here, you must stop in at Beach Boys Club, tell the owners, Brian & Cathy, that Amber sent you. Then hit up Brian for his secret stash of American imported Budweiser (Did you know the bottled stuff is always produced in country? Brian believes the secrets in the water, so he gets the cans from the US. Brian is British, which makes this little story even better.)

Also, be prepared to eat a lot of rotisserie chicken.

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FERGUS Club Pineda Splash

10/10 Excellent

"Had a wonderful stay at FERGUS Pineda Splash! The front desk staff were super friendly, and check-in/check-out was quick and easy. The room was spotless and comfortable, and the buffet breakfast and dinner were delicious with plenty of options for everyone. Highly recommend for a relaxing and enjoyable getaway!"

Hotel Dwo Les Palmeres

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel. Great location for both beach and main town. Recently refurbished bar. Great food. All the staff are welcoming helpful and friendly. Lovely out door pool. Comfort rooms are in a separate block to main hotel. Standard rooms are good size. Daily cleaning. Local train runs along the costa brava with amazing views. Great cheap connection for day trip to barcelona. Can get very busy at peak times. Amazing roof top infinity pool but comes with additional daily €35pp charge and is not included in the stay unless booking all inclusive. "

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Calella Lighthouse

4.3/5 (23 reviews)

After visiting Calella Lighthouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Calella. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Platja de les Roques

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Platja de les Roques during your trip to Calella? Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Platja Garbi?

Platja Garbi is located in Calella. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 119 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Platja Garbi?

Adjacent to Platja Garbi, KAKTUS Hotel Kaktus Playa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and 2 poolside bars. Other good options within a short distance include Hotel Haromar and htop Olympic.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Platja Garbi?

Expedia has 119 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Platja Garbi.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Platja Garbi, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Platja Garbi.

What can I see and do near Platja Garbi?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Museum of Tourism and Lluís Domènech i Montaner House-Museum. Learn about local history at Calella Lighthouse and Castle of Santa Florentina. Cala Nudista de la Vinyeta, Calella Beach and Sant Pol de Mar Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay.

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