Holiday rentals and lettings in Castelldefels

Holiday rentals in a lovely seaside location

Castelldefels is a seaside town located just outside of Barcelona. It boasts a lovely welcoming ambience and 5km of clean, golden sand beaches, a historic castle, great tapas, and a very famous resident! Most of the holiday lettings in Castelldefels are on the flat stretch of land parallel to the beach, and as Castelldefels is primarily a beach resort, this is where many people choose to stay. But if you veer north of the highway that cuts through the town, you enter a fabulous world of upmarket holiday rentals, boasting luxuriant views of the sea and hills surrounding the town. If you're looking for a livelier nightlife, you can travel 15 minutes to Sitges. There, you'll also find very interesting rental options, such as the villas in Sitges .

​Castelldefels lettings to suit all tastes

The holiday rentals in Castelldefels with a sea view are primarily apartments with 1-3 bedrooms. The vast majority come with communal gardens and a swimming pool, offering you an alternative relaxation nerve centre from the nearby beach. The grand lettings in the hills rising behind the town provide accommodation for up to 14 people and are the epitome of luxury living.

If you book a holiday letting in Castelldefels, you'll have access to a wide range of services, providing all amenities in one place and ensuring a worry-free stay:

• Wi-Fi
• A/C
• Full equipped kitchen
• Parking
• Washing machine

Enjoy a rapid train service

Castelldefels is located just south of Barcelona in the heart of Costa del Garraf, between the mountains of Garraf and the Mediterranean. A quick 30-minute train ride on the R2 line from Barcelona Passeig De Gracia will get you to Castelldefels. The town has two train stations on this line, Platja de Castelldefels, for those who plan to stay by the beach, and Castelldefels, if you have booked a private holiday lettings in Castelldefels, in the town.

Customise your stay in Castelldefels to suit your needs

Five kilometres of long sandy beaches and enchanting adventures await you in this lovely little town. But the word has got out, and many Barcelona residents choose Castelldefels as their destination to enjoy their weekend with family and friends! So for summer trips to this town, weekends are the best time for a great local buzz and festive atmosphere, while in midweek it is much quieter and the beach will be all yours! Find a family-friendly villa in Castelldefels to enjoy the best of both worlds during your stay. And if you're looking for quieter destinations suitable for all ages, Sitges is a good option, especially due to the holiday lettings in Sitges that you'll find (and which are a short distance from Castelldefels).

Castelldefels for beach bums

Castelldefels beach is 5 kilometres of sandy paradise, popular with weekenders from Barcelona. You can sunbathe, bathe in the calm waters of the Mediterranean Sea or take a pleasant walk along the seafront. In addition, the beach is equipped with myriad amenities, such as hammock rental, children's play areas, Wi-Fi, and beach bars. Looking for some active fun? Castefedells has everything from canoeing, kite surfing, and sailing, to paddle boarding, beach volleyball, and more. Find the perfect holiday letting in Castelldefels to make the most of this coastal gem.

Castelldefels for hikers

The Garraf Natural Park is a range of hills that rise up behind Castelldefels, an abrupt landscape where caves, chasms and cliffs abound. There are 11 different looped routes to choose from – take a hike in the coastal area, where you can enjoy privileged views over the Mediterranean Sea, or go further inland, where the vegetation is thicker, deliciously fragrant white pine forests abound, and chalk chasms reach several hundred metres in depth. Look up and you will see the famous Bonelli's eagle soaring through the sky! The Garraf Park spans across other municipalities such as Sitges, providing the perfect opportunity to rent an apartment in Sitges and explore this charming town after visiting Castelldefels.

1. Discover your inner Buddha
2. Experience the Spanish tapas culture
3. Explore the urban graffiti
4. Take in a show
5. Take the football fan pilgrimage to Messi's house!

1. Discover your inner Buddha

Monasterio Budista Del Garraf of Sakya Tashi Ling is a 130-year-old Buddhist monastery surrounded by verdant gardens and a beautiful stupa. Today it draws tourists to its guided tours, meditation workshops, arts and craft shops, and more. Discover nearby holiday rentals in Castelldefels to complement your visit and enjoy the serene surroundings of this coastal town.

2. Experience the Spanish tapas culture

If you are looking to indulge in traditional Spanish tapas, then Castelldefels has just the place for you! Chalo de Tapas, located right on the seafront, offers its fortuitous guests a luscious selection of cute little treats to feast on, with its house special Las Roscas a not-to-be-missed! Prices are great and the atmosphere welcoming.

3. Explore the urban graffiti

Affordable holiday lettings in Castelldefels offer the perfect base for exploration. For a gritty urban experience, stroll the streets and admire the artistic graffiti that adds vibrant splashes of colour to the otherwise ordinary neighbourhoods. Begin your exploration with the beautifully painted walls near the train station!

4. Take in a show

Castelldefels Castle was a fortress used to defend the frontier of the Carolingian Empire against neighbouring Muslim territories 1,000 years ago! Today you can take a tour around its ancient walls and marvel at the succulent vistas of the town from its turrets.

5. Take the football fan pilgrimage to Messi's house!

Castelldefels is home to the world's greatest ever footballer, Barcelona FC's Lionel Messi. His home draws fans from all over the world who come to explore the labyrinth of houses in Bellamar, a prestigious and expensive suburb of Castelldefels, and get up close to Messi's dazzling ultra-modern and stylish home. A pilgrimage any self-respecting Messi fan should take at least once in their lives!