Platja d'Aro Holidays
Platja d’Aro Holidays – Sun, sea and sand on Spain’s lively Costa Brava
A lively and modern resort on Spain’s Costa Brava, Platja d’Aro can fit the bill if you’re looking for a well-priced holiday in the Spanish sunshine. Package holidays to Platja d’Aro boast an excellent sandy beach, a thriving entertainment scene, and plenty of convenient tourist facilities, making the resort ideal for families or groups in search of a fun-packed week or two away. The beach is the main attraction, and the 1.5km stretch offers the chance for not only sunbathing and swimming, but lively games and exhilarating water sports all season long. The water park presents a great alternative to a day at the beach, with its exciting selection of slides, pools and rides, and throughout the resort, entertainment is non-stop, ranging from organised events and family-friendly games, to a vibrant nightlife scene. Interesting day trips from Platja d’Aro include the quieter towns of Palafrugell or Tamariu, and the city of Barcelona, with its fascinating sights and historic old quarter.
When to go to Platja d’Aro
The best time for a Platja d’Aro holiday is between May and October, when the weather is glorious, and the tourist season is in full swing. July and August see high demand for Platja d’Aro holidays, and is generally the best time for families, especially if you want to ensure there are plenty of other children at the resort. You need to book early for these peak season weeks, however, and expect crowded beaches and high prices. If you go to Platja d’Aro in May, June, September and October, you can still expect lovely warm weather, but see cheaper prices, as well as a more relaxed atmosphere, with fewer crowds.
The weather in Platja d’Aro
Like other Spanish coastal resorts, Platja d’Aro experiences a typically Mediterranean climate, with long hot summers, and mild winters. During the tourist season, there’s an average daily temperature of 25C and up to 10 hours of sunshine, with highs reaching 29C-30C in July and August, and an average night-time temperature of 18C. Thanks to its southerly position on the Costa Brava, Platja d’Aro can often see better low-season weather than other resorts in the north, with spring and autumn months enjoying temperatures of 20C – 25C, and around 7 hours of daily sun.
Getting the best deal to Platja d’Aro
The best deals to Platja d’Aro are generally found during the quieter months of the year, with excellent bargains to be had if you can be flexible with your travel dates. There’s always high demand during July and August, so departing before or after the school holidays sees better availability and much lower prices. Travelling at the last-minute is an excellent way to get great deals, so for the very best prices, look at our offers below, and visit our late deals page to search for last minute specials.
Airport and Transport Need to Know
Fly into Gerona Airport (GRO) – just a 2-2.5 journey from the UK, with the transfer to the resort just 40 minutes. There are plenty of departures from all the country’s regional airports, including London Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, Manchester, East Midlands, Birmingham, Cardiff, Bristol, Leeds Bradford, Liverpool, Newcastle, Glasgow and Prestwick. Gerona Airport is a small airport located 35km from Platja d’Aro, which serves the whole of the Costa Brava.
Transfers are included on package holidays, and there are shuttle buses, taxis and car hire from the airport. Taxis carry a maximum of 4 passengers, with larger vehicles available on request, and the fixed rate to Platja d’Aro costs around 50 euros (40GBP). Car hire is available from the airport, and is a great way to get out and explore the area.
Best beaches in Platja d’Aro
The glorious coastline is the main attraction on any holiday to Platja d’Aro and there’s no shortage of beaches to visit during your stay. From the main sandy stretches, to quieter rocky coves, the beaches offer the perfect place to both relax and play when you are here. Here are our picks for the best three in the area.
Best beach for activities – Platja d’Aro
Known as one of the liveliest beaches on the whole of the Costa Brava, the main beach in the resort remains hugely popular. There’s never a dull moment, thanks to organised events and entertainment, and a huge range of varied water sports available, from jet skiing to sailing, on this glorious 2km stretch of golden sands.
Best beach for sunbathing – Sant Pol
For a change from the main beach, head south to S’Agaro and the lovely Sant Pol, a Blue Flag stretch of fine sand in an exclusive area, which boasts not only a picturesque setting in which to soak up some rays, but also a protected nature area, and some excellent seafood restaurants.
Best beach for isolation – Sant Antoni de Calonge
To escape the crowds, head north to Sant Antoni de Calonge, and find one of the quiet coves that dot the coastline and so typify this beautiful region. Find your own isolated spot, and enjoy a peaceful day’s sunbathing against a dramatic mountain backdrop.
