Beach clubs in Badalona

Badalona has one beach club in Badalona worth the detour: Aqu Xiri, a chiringuito on the Passeig Marítim. Food and drinks run €10-20, noticeably cheaper than what you'd pay along the Barcelona beach clubs waterfront.

The crowd is local and group-oriented, not tourist-focused. Evenings lean toward a party atmosphere, with DJs running loud and late on weekends. Daytime hours are more relaxed, with families and solo visitors taking up the sunbeds.

Badalona's coastline runs nearly 5 km through six beaches, from Barca Maria in the south to the Blue Flag-awarded Coco and Marina beaches in the north. The Passeig Marítim is flat and walkable, and the city sits about 10 km north of central Barcelona in Catalonia.

What is the best beach club in Badalona?

Aqu Xiri is the only beach club on Badalona's Passeig Marítim, so the question is really whether it suits what you're after. For cocktails, sunbeds, and a DJ set by the Mediterranean, it delivers. If you're looking for polished service or a refined menu, you're better off heading to the Barcelona beach clubs instead.

How do you get to Badalona beach clubs from Barcelona?

Take the RENFE R1 commuter line from Sants, Passeig de Gràcia, or Arc de Triomf. The journey to Badalona takes about 20 minutes, and the Passeig Marítim is a five-minute walk from the station. There's no real reason to drive.

Aqu Xiri Beach Club

Aqu Xiri Beach Club sits on the Passeig Marítim directly on the beach. It's a classic chiringuito: sunbeds and umbrellas during the day, then a cocktail bar and DJ sets in the evening.

The menu runs from breakfast tapas to dinner plates, with cocktails and beer as the main draw. Music is loud, especially on weekends when the terrace stays open until 2:30am. The playlist leans toward reggaeton.

Most dishes land between €10 and €20. Reservations are worth making for Saturday nights. Reviews are polarised, mostly on service quality, so go in with reasonable expectations.

€ pricing. Reservations available. Kids' area.

Frequently asked questions about Badalona beach clubs

How much do beach clubs in Badalona cost?

Aqu Xiri prices most dishes and drinks between €10 and €20, which is noticeably cheaper than comparable spots along the Barcelona waterfront. There's no minimum spend and sunbed hire is available separately. Budget around €30-40 for a relaxed afternoon with food, drinks, and a sunbed in the sun.

Do you need to book beach clubs in Badalona in advance?

Reservations at Aqu Xiri are accepted and recommended for Friday and Saturday evenings from June to September, when the terrace fills up. Daytime visits during summer are generally easy to walk into. Call ahead on +34 685 05 78 68 or book through their website to be sure.

Are Badalona beach clubs open all year?

Aqu Xiri is open daily from 9:30am, with the main terrace season running from April through October. Weekend evenings extend to 2:30am in summer. Outside those months, hours may be reduced and not all services are available, so it's worth checking directly with the club before visiting.

Are Badalona beach clubs family-friendly?

Aqu Xiri has a dedicated kids' area and works well for families during the day. Evenings shift to a louder, party-oriented atmosphere with DJ sets, so families tend to visit in the morning or early afternoon. The daytime vibe is relaxed and beach access is straightforward.