Costa Blanca Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Costa Blanca
Costa Blanca
Costa Blanca
Alicante showing street scenes, a city and outdoor eating
Costa Blanca
Scenic harbors and beaches, clear Mediterranean waters, historic architecture and delicious cuisine make this one of Spain’s most appealing areas.

Costa Blanca is a famous region covering over 120 miles (200 kilometers) of coastline. It is located in Alicante province, on Spain’s eastern coast. Discover beautiful natural scenery, swim or snorkel, windsurf, tour impressive castles, taste Michelin-star cuisine and enjoy the buzz of some of Spain’s most popular vacation hotspots.

Visit Alicante, the provincial capital city and an important Mediterranean port. Explore ancient fortresses and walled palaces. Learn the interesting history of each structure and appreciate the beautiful views. Find the iconic Castillo de Santa Bárbara (Santa Bárbara Castle) atop Monte Benacantil (Mount Benacantil) in Alicante’s town center. This impressive fort overlooking the whole bay was of huge strategic importance for the city.

Walk along the famous path Explanada de España, also called Paseo de la Explanada. The picturesque promenade is paved with more than 6 million marble tiles forming a beautiful red, blue and white floor mosaic. Lined by palm trees, it runs parallel to the Puerto de Alicante (Port of Alicante) up to the oldest park in the city, the Parque de Canalejas.

This Spanish region is ideal for those who love watersports. Snorkel or dive in the warm Mediterranean Sea. Discover diverse sea and plant life and explore spectacular marine reserves including Reserva Natural del Cabo de San Antonio. Try windsurfing, waterskiing, kayaking and rowing.

Stop at other interesting cities in Costa Blanca, such as Benidorm and Torrevieja. Benidorm is famous for its many lively bars and nightclubs, while the golden beaches of Torrevieja are the destination of choice for many expats.

Fly to Alicante from several European cities or take a train from other Spanish cities of Madrid, Barcelona or Valencia. From the main bus station in Alicante town center connect with almost every big city in Spain.

Enjoy delicious Mediterranean cuisine in Costa Blanca, from fresh fish and shellfish to the freshest fruits and vegetables. Taste famous traditional dishes, including paella, a dish of rice and seafood served in a large shallow pan.

Where to stay in Costa Blanca

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Alicante City Centre

5/5(8 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Alicante City Centre is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Calle Castaños and Alicante Town Hall.

Alicante City Centre
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Benidorm Centro

2/5(1 area review)

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are a few things travellers love about Benidorm Centro. Check out Benidorm Airsoft or Benidorm City Hall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Benidorm Tram Station to get around town.

Benidorm Centro
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Orihuela Costa

5/5(1 area review)

Orihuela Costa is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Zenia Boulevard Shopping Center and Cabo Roig Beach while in the area.

Orihuela Costa
Alicante showing a beach

Playa de San Juan

Unique features of Playa de San Juan include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Alicante Golf Course or San Juan Beach while you're exploring the area.

Playa de San Juan
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Calpe City Center

5/5(1 area review)

Unique features of Calpe City Center include the seaside views and bars. Make a stop by Arenal-Bol Beach or Peça Tower while you're exploring the area.

Calpe City Center
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Benissa Coast

You'll enjoy the restaurants and spas in Benissa Coast. You might want to make time for a stop at Cala Baladrar or Cala Fustera.

Benissa Coast
Melia Alicante
Melia Alicante
4 out of 5
Plaza del Puerto, 3, Alicante, Alicante
The price is AU$238 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
AU$238
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Great Hotel poor customer service
"The hotel overall was fantastic. The checkin process was ridiculous and the clerk that helped with the checkin was not polite."

Reviewed on 10 Jan. 2025

Melia Alicante
Hotel Port Alicante City & Beach
Hotel Port Alicante City & Beach
4 out of 5
Av de Cataluña, 20, Cabo de las Huertas, Alicante, Alicante
The price is AU$150 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
AU$150
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (340 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, luxurious, new, great looking modern place and great breakfast. Pool areas looked great but it was too cold to test unfortunately. Rooftop bar looked really nice too. Room seemed to be on a childs sprint track even after 9pm. Avoid these ground floor rooms if you can, between the ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jan. 2025

Hotel Port Alicante City & Beach
Odyssey Rooms
Odyssey Rooms
4 out of 5
Carrer Gravina, Alicante, Alicante
The price is AU$180 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
AU$180
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (638 reviews)
"The Odyssey Rooms are absolutely superb! A great location by the port and about 3 minute walk from the beach. Everywhere is sparkling clean. We stayed in the double standard and it was a spacious room, plenty of wardrobe space and the TV has Netflix and Prime which was great as we could sign in to ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jan. 2025

Odyssey Rooms
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aparthotel BCL Levante Club
Aparthotel BCL Levante Club
3 out of 5
Avenida Estocolmo 8, Rincón de Loix, Benidorm, Alicante
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Benidorm. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (190 reviews)
Car parking issue
"Everything was good until we collected our car from the lower ground car park . The steep exit scrapped our under chasis really bad that we think they may be damage to it . We did inform reception but needed to get away as the parking outside was restricted."

Reviewed on 7 Jan. 2025

Aparthotel BCL Levante Club
Pierre & Vacances Benidorm Horizon
Pierre & Vacances Benidorm Horizon
3 out of 5
Calle Viena n 7, Benidorm, Alicante
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Benidorm. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Benidorm Palace and Llevant Beach ...
7.6/10 Good! (282 reviews)
"For the money the facilities are ideal, we had two bathrooms and two bedrooms plus plenty of space. Not the most luxurious but it didn’t cost the earth. If you want somewhere clean to stay, this is ideal a little bit out of the way but there are free transfers 50m down the road that run ..."

Reviewed on 27 Nov. 2024

Pierre & Vacances Benidorm Horizon
Tandem Portal de Elche
Tandem Portal de Elche
3 out of 5
Plaza Portal de Elche, 5, Alicante, Alicante
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Alicante. Enjoy laundry facilities, cable TV channels, and premium bedding. Popular attractions Alicante Harbour and El Corte ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (168 reviews)
"The decor was so beautiful and the property was so spacious. Really appreciated how much cleaning equipment was available. Everything was perfect we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We’re especially grateful to Irene who was so helpful the entire time we were in Alicante making our stay so much easier. ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jan. 2025

Tandem Portal de Elche
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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