Best beaches in Alicante

Alicante offers a choice of clean white- and golden-sand beaches that front a selection of bars, restaurants and hotels.

The best Blue Flag beaches in Alicante, include…

Playa de San Juan

Dig your toes into the soft golden sand of this 7km-long beach that lies to the north of Alicante, stretching from Cap de l'Horta to El Campello.

Regarded by many as one of Spain’s best beaches, Playa de San Juan is fringed by a long promenade lined with a huge choice of hotels, restaurants and bars.

Facilities include lifeguards, water sports, a children’s playground and an 18-hole golf course nearby.

Playa de San Juan is easily accessible on foot and by car, bike, bus and tram from the city centre.

Playa Muchavista is the continuation of Playa San Juan Beach and offers the same services and facilities, but has the advantage of being slightly less crowded during the summer months.


Playa Postiguet

Pick your own spot to sunbathe on this broad 500m-long golden-sand beach that sits beneath the impressive Castillo Santa Barbara and within walking distance of the town centre.

This year-round popular beach is edged by a palm-fringed promenade and offers facilities including parasols and sun loungers for hire, lifeguards and a choice of beach bars and nearby restaurants.

The beach is located to the north of the marina.


Cabo de las Huertas

At the southern end of Playa de San Juan and to the south of the rocky promontory of Cabo de las Huertas lie the three small rocky coves of Cala de la Palmera, Cala Cantalares (photo) and Cala Judios.

Here, you can find secluded sunbathing and crystalline waters perfect for swimming and snorkelling around the rocky promontories.

It’s best to bring your own provisions if you plan to stay long as there are no facilities here.

Despite Spanish laws, these three coves are a clothing optional spot for many Spaniards and foreigners.


Playa La Albufereta

This picturesque golden-sand beach faces a small calm bay just north of Playa Postiguet. Facilities include parasols and sun loungers for hire, a beach bar and lifeguards.

Playa La Albufereta is located close to Alicante city centre at the northern end of the Paseo del Maritimo promenade.


Playa Arenales del Sol

Discover one of Alicante's best beaches, a long stretch of golden sand and dunes, located around 12km south of Alicante – just a short bus ride away.

Pick your own spot to sunbathe and swim or stay close to the centre of Arenales, with its beachside facilities of parasols and sun loungers for hire as well as nearby restaurants and bars.


Latest update: Best Beaches in Alicante: 12 December, 2023



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