Beach clubs in El Puig de Santa Maria
Two pool venues on Puig Beach, just 20 minutes north of Valencia by car.
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El Puig de Santa Maria sits on the Valencian coast, 20 minutes north of Valencia city. Two beach clubs in El Puig de Santa Maria share the same stretch of Puig Beach, sitting side by side on the Camí Platja beachfront road. Between them, they cover the main reasons people make the trip: pool access, live music, and proper Valencian paella.
Prices at both clubs are mid-range. A full meal with drinks runs around €20-40 per person, and sunbed access is included with food and drink orders. The season runs spring through autumn, with the busiest period from June to September.
The two clubs have different personalities. Pelikano is built around pool parties and live entertainment; Cattaleya Mar leans toward Mediterranean dining and private events. Both serve the same beach, but they attract slightly different crowds.
If you're based in Valencia and want more options along the coast, Valencia's beach clubs cover the city's own scene. For the coast north of El Puig, Canet de Berenguer has a handful of clubs worth considering. The official Comunitat Valenciana tourism site covers beaches and accommodation across the wider region.
Looking for somewhere to stay in El Puig de Santa Maria? Here are our picks:
- ★Closest to Puig Beach >> Hotel El Puig
- ★20 minutes south in Valencia city >> Hotel Meliá Valencia
- ★Mid-range stay near the Cercanías line >> Hotel Sidi Saler
- ★Budget option with easy beach access >> Hostal Rosaleda
What is the best beach club in El Puig de Santa Maria?
Beach Club Pelikano Unusual Club is the stronger of the two options on Puig Beach. It's consistently well-reviewed for its pool, made-to-order Valencian paella, and DJ sets throughout the season. For food quality and overall experience, it's the one to book first.
Cattaleya Mar Beach Club is the alternative. It's quieter, more dining-focused, and better suited to private events or a relaxed lunch without the pool party atmosphere. If you want chill-out music and Mediterranean food without a crowd, that's your pick.
How much do beach clubs in El Puig de Santa Maria cost?
Both clubs are mid-range by Valencia coast standards. At Pelikano, a full meal runs roughly €20-40 per person, and sunbed access is included with food and drink orders. There's no minimum spend or separate pool entry fee.
Cattaleya Mar is similarly priced. Neither venue operates a minimum spend model, so a drinks-only visit is possible. That said, both clubs are set up for a longer meal-and-pool day rather than a quick stop.
Beach Club Pelikano Unusual Club
Beach Club Pelikano Unusual Club sits on the Camí Platja beachfront at Puig Beach. It runs as a combined beach club, event venue, and restaurant, with the pool at the centre of everything.
The paella is the main reason to come. It's made to order with proper Valencian rice and quality ingredients, and it holds up well against restaurants in Valencia city. The cocktail bar draws consistent praise too.
DJs play regularly from spring through autumn, with live entertainment on weekends. The venue is wheelchair-accessible throughout, including the entrance, parking, and seating areas. Free parking is on-site.
It opens at midday, runs until 10pm early in the week, and stays open into the early hours from Wednesday to Sunday. Book ahead for weekend paella if you're coming as a group. One of the best-reviewed beach dining venues on this stretch of coast.
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Frequently asked questions about El Puig de Santa Maria beach clubs
Do you need to book beach clubs in El Puig de Santa Maria in advance?
For weekends in July and August, yes, especially at Pelikano if you're planning a paella lunch for a group. Weekdays are generally fine without a reservation. Call directly rather than booking online, as both clubs handle group bookings by phone and can confirm availability quickly.
How do I get to Puig Beach from Valencia?
Puig Beach is about 20 minutes north of Valencia by car on the CV-300. Both clubs have free on-site parking. You can also take the Cercanías C-6 line from Valencia's Estación del Norte to El Puig station, then a short taxi or 15-minute walk to reach the beach.
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Both clubs operate seasonally. Full hours run from spring through autumn, with the season peaking between June and September. Hours extend later in the week, especially from Wednesday to Sunday. Check directly with each venue before visiting, as exact opening dates shift year to year.
Are El Puig de Santa Maria beach clubs family-friendly?
Both venues welcome families and have pool areas suitable for children. Puig Beach itself is wide, sandy, and shallow at the edges, which makes it comfortable for a family day out. Pelikano has full wheelchair-accessible facilities, and both clubs are about 20 minutes from Valencia by car with free parking.
