Villas in Costa Blanca

Small pebble coves dotted along the coast of Altea, some have been improved with sand recycled onto the beach. Those close to the hotels have the best facilities although these may be limited to residents.

Long stretches of fine sand are separated by the Penon De Ifach towering above the port and Marina. The Arenal is lined by a pedestrianised promenade with cafes, bars and restaurants with many open late into the evening. The sand is cleaned daily and there are a wide variety of watersports available. Parking is available along the length of both beaches. The beach is Blue Flag approved and lifeguards are present 1 June to 30 Sept.

The famous horseshoe bay of Arenal has soft sand and a gentle slope into the sea, making is a great choice for families. The beach is surrounded by a wide choice of bars and restaurants along the attractive pedestrianised promenade. You’ll also find a great selection of watersports on offer, from jet skis and paddle boarding to kayaks and pedaloes. This Blue Flag beach has public showers and toilet facilities plus parasols and sunbeds available to hire.

This relatively quiet picturesque cove consists of shingle and pebbles and is used by naturists.

Cala Blanca Beach has beautiful scenery and an authentic Spanish restaurant. From the distance, you can the boats moored up in the bay by the purple caves. There are a few rock pools to explore and the sea is great for snorkelling.

Cala Grandella is small but full of character, this is a cove consisting of shingle, pebbles and rock with clear water. A lifeguard is present with safety flags indicating swimming conditions. Canoeing is available and sunbeds and parasols are available for hire. Diving and snorkelling are also popular here. A bar and restaurant overlook the fantastic view from this bay. Ample parking is available nearby with view points overlooking the bay. Shower and toilet facilities are also present.

Barraca Portitxol is an exceptional rustic cover consisting of shingle, pebbles and rock. This cove looks out to the beautiful Isle of Portitxol. The beach has the advantage of a shallow bay with the water gradually sloping, making it ideal for paddling or shallow snorkelling. There is a lifeguard present with safety flags indicating swimming conditions. Canoeing is available for the more active, along with view points to enjoy the stunning scenery. Toilet facilities are also available. There are a selection of restaurants behind the beach.

Denia has a long stretch of beach from the resort centre northwards towards Olivo. Fine sand and gently shelving, the beach is rarely crowded throughout the year. Well served by beach bars and shower facilities and parking is available throughout the length of the beach. Denia also has a number of smaller coves and shingle beaches providing a peaceful alternative. Blue Flag approved and lifeguard present 1 June to 30 Sept.

The gently shelving beach of L'Ampolla lies just a short distance from centre of Moraira. With fine sand and shallows waters this is a great choice for families, with good children's facilities and a playpark. There is also a beach bar and plenty of parking which also serves the resort centre. The beach is Blue Flag approved and a lifeguard is present between 1 June to 30 Sept.

Cala Pope Tango is a wonderfully unique smaller cove. It is rustic with sand and small pebbles, great for exploring. You can enjoy a spot of diving and this cove also has safety flags and buoys to advise of swimming conditions. There are ample facilities nearby including restaurants and a bar.

Close to Xabia, this is a small cove consisting of shingle and pebbles, with view points and accessible only by foot.

El Benissero extends from the Port breakwater along to the Parador hotel. This is a semi-urban open beach with shingles and rocks, making the water crystal clear. This beach is popular for walking. Here you can hire jet skis or take a perch at one of the chiringuitos. Windsurfing and canoeing are also available here at El Benissero. If you want to hire a jet ski you'll need photo ID. There is a lifeguard facility here with safety flags for swimming conditions. Sunbeds and parasols are available to hire and there are also shower facilities. There is also a car park and bus service nearby. A restaurant and bar are also located here.

A sandy cove surrounded by high cliffs makes this one of the most picturesque beaches on the coast. The small promenade features a range of shops and some good quality restaurants. The resort centre is walking distance and offers a wide range of facilities. Blue Flag approved and lifeguard present 1 June to 30 Sept.

The pebbly beach runs from the Parador end of the sandy Arenal beach, all the way to the Port. During the summer months this pebbly beach has some lovely beach bars dotted along the route, a great place for anything from breakfast to sun downers and on into the night. Most offer wifi, TV, food and of course drinks. Take a dip in the sea, watch the world go by and enjoy some of the amazing fireworks set over the sea in July (normally) as part of the Moors and Christians Fiesta.

La Fossa Beach, also called Levante beach, is one of the most popular beaches in Calpe. Overlooked by the Peñón de Ifach rock, this wide bay has fine golden sand and beautiful clear waters. You’ll find sunbeds and parasols to hire as well as beach sports, sailing and windsurfing on offer. The beach is backed by a promenade where restaurants, ice-cream stalls and all kind of shops follow one another.

Urbanization La Fustera is beside Altamira in the Benissa area and joins the sea at the Cala and beach of La Fustera. In the background the first promontary is Cap Blanc of Moraira -Teulada and the second is the Cap d'Or beside El Portet. You can just see the 16th century Cap d'Or watchtower used to warn against Barbary pirates. Benissa's La Fustera beach is a short distance down from the coastal road and is popular with the locals. The La Fustera supermarket open all year is nearby.

A pebbly/shingle beach close to the port of Javea, the facilities of the town are within easy reach and limited parking is available along the seafront. Blue Flag approved and lifeguard present 1 June to 30 Sept. Bus and taxi stops are also along the beach, enabling easy access. This beach has scenic walks and you can stop at a restaurant there for a bite to eat.

Located close to the pretty town of Altea, Playa de Albir sits at the foot of the Sierra De Helada. The shingle/sand beach has good facilities with beach bar restaurant and many bars and restaurants in the resort of Albir. Plenty of parking nearby although in peak season may be busy with locals. Blue Flag approved with lifeguard present 1 June to 30 Sept.

Moraira beach has everything you need and you can even choose between fine sand, rocks or pebbles! This beach is not over-populated and has a range of excellent facilities, including beach games, restaurants, washing facilties, a watch tower to admire the amazing view and ample parking.

This is a semi urban beach with rocks and shingle. Ministre is located between El Benissero and Arenal. You can see here where the Toscan stone used to be excavated. For a beach with more facilities, Arenal is a short distance.

Segon Muntanyar is a semi urban, rough and rocky area of beach that is popular for walking. A restaurant serves this beach and and there are also bus services.

This is a small rustic cove with shingle and rocks. Surrounded by white cliffs and some rock pools, this cove is only accessed by foot. You can enjoy the stunning scenery from the view point on the promenade. Ample parking is nearby.

A small cove with good facilities including a bar and restaurant and a small port with fishing boats and boat for fishing charters. The beach views across to the Penon De Ifach and some of the modern architecture of the resort of Calpe. Parking available.

This is a small rustic cove with shingle and rocks. Surrounded by white cliffs and some rock pools, this cove is only accessed by foot. You can enjoy the stunning scenery from the view point on the promenade. Ample parking is nearby.

L'Advocat Cove is between Calpe and Moraira and made up of gravel and fine sand and has a small breakwater at its Southern most point. This area is also perfect for peaceful walks. There is parking available as well as a beach bar and disabled access.