Beaches
Platja de l’Olla (Altea)
A small, but oh so nice beach. There is gravel and sand here, so bring a bed or chair to be sure. Best of all, it sits next to the outstanding “chiringuito” El Cranc (check our Restaurants for more on this place).
Distance: around 20 minutes
Playa de Cap Negret (Altea)
Next to the other beaches of Altea (Playa de la Roda and Platja de l’Espigó), but less crowded. Partly because there is not a beach bar here. So for peace and quiet, this is the place to be. Also this is a pebble beach so don’t forget your bed or chair.
Distance: around 25 minutes
Playa del Albir (L’Albir)
Our regular spot: a nice wide sandy beach with all its conveniences. There are many good beach bars and L’Albir is also well worth a visit. Parking is also often easy.
Distance: around 30 minutes
Playa del Arenal-Bol / Playa del Cantal Roig (Calpe)
Anyway, Calpe has a lot to offer, from nice restaurants to very good coffee shops (see Seamos on Places for Coffee!). But also the beach is really enjoyable. It is big, there is sand and the you have beautiful views of Calpe’s famous mountain, Peñon of Ifach. It can get crowded on weekends, so try to go early.
Distance: around 30 minutes
Playa de la Fosa
On the other side of the symbol of the Costa Blanca, Peñon of Ifach, is this beach. Here too you will find sand, plenty of beach bars and a pleasant promenade.
Distance: around 35 minutes
Playa de la Fustera (Benissa)
This small sandy beach few people know how to find who are not staying nearby. But what a prime location! The adjacent beach bar is also very good. Tip: go during the week and arrive early. There is a small parking lot and it fills up in no time.
Distance: around 40 minutes
Playa del Portet (Moraira)
This gem is our favorite beach: it is small, quiet and beautifully situated in a cliff. On the weekends, you will also find the locals enjoying this remarkable place. There is a good beach bar and most importantly, there is sand. A must-see if you are staying with us.
Distance: around 50 minutes
Playa de l’Arenal (Javea)
A lovely, wide sandy beach on a large promenade with restaurants and stores. So something for everyone. For the little ones there is a playground on the beach. There are also palm trees for shade.
Distance: around 55 minutes