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Santa Susanna is one of the calmer resorts on Spain's Costa Brava, a place UK visitors choose when they want sunshine and sand without the noise of the bigger towns. The pace is gentle and the beaches are wide, which makes it a relaxing pick for couples and families.

It strikes a nice balance: enough going on to keep you entertained, but never overwhelming.

Where to stay in Santa Susanna

The Place Mar Mediterrania and Spa by ALEGRIA is an adults-only four-star hotel set on the beachfront on the Costa Brava in Santa Susanna, well suited to couples wanting a quieter, more grown-up stay.

Getting there and when to go

Santa Susanna lies on the Costa Brava within easy reach of Barcelona's airport, with a straightforward transfer along the coast. The warm Mediterranean weather runs from late spring into autumn, with high summer the busiest and the shoulder months pleasantly quiet.

Beaches and resorts

The resort is known for its long, sandy beach and clean, gently shelving water, backed by a promenade and palm-lined seafront. There is space to spread out, which is part of why Santa Susanna feels more laid-back than its livelier neighbours.

Food and things to do

You will find a good range of seafood, Catalan cooking and familiar holiday fare, plus relaxed beach bars. The flat coastal paths are popular for cycling and walking, and the wider Costa Brava offers pretty coves and coastal scenery to explore on day trips.

Who it suits

Santa Susanna suits couples after a quieter beach break, especially given the adults-only options, as well as families who prefer a calmer resort. If you want round-the-clock nightlife you may want somewhere busier, but for restful sun it is a strong choice.

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