Hotels in Castellón

The province of Castellón is located on the east coast of the Iberian Peninsula, within the Valencian Community. It is the northernmost province of this Autonomous Community and in recent years has become one of the most desirable destinations in Spain. It attracts a large number of tourists every year thanks to its privileged location, its mild climate, its history, its people and the amazing nature that surrounds it.

It offers the perfect combination of sea and mountains with activities for all tastes. You can enjoy the marvellous waters of the coves at the foot of the Sierra de Irta or walk along the endless sandy beaches that dot the coast. You can also enjoy the great cultural heritage that these lands preserve as the most valuable of legacies. And of course, all of this is accompanied by a delicious gastronomy that embodies all the values of the Mediterranean diet.

Its coastline along the Mediterranean Sea, known as the Costa de Azahar, combines stretches of unspoilt beaches, cliffs and small coastal villages with large sandy beaches. Some of the most famous fine sandy beaches on the coast of Castellón are: Playa Norte in Peñíscola, Playa Romana in Alcocéber or La Concha in Oropesa.

In addition, Castellón has many points of interest that attract national and international tourists. Natural sites such as the Desierto de las Palmas, the Columbretes Islands and the Sierra de Irta mountain range will leave you speechless. These are areas where you can contemplate the beauty of the province in all its splendour.

As for gastronomy, Castellón has a rich and varied offer of typical dishes that will not leave you indifferent thanks to the high quality of its raw materials. The Ximo de Castellón, the Olla de la Plana, Rossejat de arroz or the Flaons de Morella are the essential dishes that you can't leave without having tried them. You only have to walk along the seafront promenade of any coastal town in Castellón to enjoy first-class restaurants overlooking the sea.

To complement your holidays in Castellón, there are numerous leisure activities for all kinds of tourists. Castellón hosts many world-class events throughout the province. In the famous town of Benicasim there are numerous music festivals that attract tourists from all over the world. Numerous water sports are available all along the Costa de Azahar, including snorkelling, windsurfing, surfing, paddlesurfing, among others. In addition, there are theme parks nearby for an adrenaline-filled day at Port Aventura.

As for transport, there are several ways to get to Castellón. The first is by road, which is the easiest way thanks to the extensive road network that allows you to reach any point in the province. This means of transport also makes it easier to get around and discover the points of interest.

Another way of getting to Castellón is by train, which is a good way of getting to some places quickly. For others, it is necessary to go in a rented vehicle or by bus because of the distance from the train stations.

Finally, the plane is the fastest way of all. The airport is located in Castellón capital, so to move around the province it would be necessary to rent a car. Going by bus or train are also very good options depending on the town you want to go to and its proximity.