Villas in Alicante

Holidays blessed with the sun

Sun, sea and fun are waiting for you in Alicante. The best area to stay and enjoy the numerous natural parks, historical and artistic heritage, sports and active holidays will depend on what kind of holiday you are looking for. You can find villas in Benidorm just a 45 minute drive from Alicante, as well as options in Calpe, Moraira, Denia and Javea. For a cultural break, Alicante city or Elche are the perfect locations. Looking for nature and rural holidays? Book a villa in Alicante and enjoy all these features in one.

Villas with a Mediterranean flair

There are a wide variety of villas in Alicante to choose from to spend a relaxing holiday. Most of these accommodations are located on the outskirts of the city, in residential areas with a family atmosphere. Especially around the Lighthouse of the Huertas, and a few minutes from the Playa de San Juan equipped with the most modern amenities, similar to the villas in Moraira that you can find on Holidu.

In most of the villas you will find outdoor areas and services so that you can spend a few pleasant days without worrying about anything, such as:

• Private pool
• Garden
• BBQ area
• Parking
• Terrace

Alicante for cultural visits

The province of Alicante has suffered many battles and struggles between different kingdoms that have shaped the landscape as we know it today, with castles and forts which truly preserve the history and past of the province. If you rent a villa in Alicante you will discover that it is not just a stretch of beautiful and sandy beaches, but a cultural hub with impressive monumental wealth. In Elche and Alicante city, especially around the old part of town, you can admire buildings and traces that go back in time including The Castle of Santa Barbara, the spectacular Basilica of Santa Maria, the monastery of Santa Faz and the Castle of San Fernando. Museums, exhibitions and theatres offer a wide cultural scene of events including music, theatre, opera, exhibitions and art. In Torrevieja you will also find a host of museums to visit, so if you are interested in starting your tour there you might want to check out our villas in Torrevieja.

Alicante for beach lovers

The coastline of Alicante is known as Costa Blanca including some of the best beaches, secluded coves and nudist beaches. Benidorm, Moraira, Javea, Calpe or Denia have the perfect long and comfortable beaches for families and isolated coves for those who crave some tranquillity. There are also good rental options in all of these locations, a good example being the villas in Calpe. In Denia, you have white beaches like Las Marinas and little coves along the Rotas coast. In Javea, El Arenal is one of the greatest beaches together with the beautiful coves of Cabo San Antonio, Cala Granadella and Cala Ambolo. So if you love the beach, don't hesitate to make it your new destination and choose one of the beachfront villas in Alicante to better enjoy the whole place.

1. Dance the night away
2. Take a trip to Tabarca island
3. Visit the Lady of Elche
4. Wildlife and nature at its best
5. Take day trips to beautiful towns
6. Alicante’s Old Town
7. Visit the imposing Santa Barbara’s Castle

1. Dance the night away

As a tourist destination, Alicante boasts lots of fun and entertainment, not just during the day but also at night time. The good vibes and lively atmosphere usually happens in the city centre, but don't worry, there are many city centre apartments in Alicante with which you can be close to all the fun! Here you will find many local pubs and cocktail bars to start your celebration and then, those who can still feel the rhythm in their bodies can round it off with a dancing session at the best nightclubs in town. Feel the music, let your hair down and enjoy.

2. Take a trip to Tabarca island

The little island of Tabarca is near Santa Pola and it is dotted with several coves of stunning beauty and crystal clear waters. The islet is also known as Isla Plana, meaning “Flat Island”. During the high season, most holidaymakers visit this beauty of nature, considered one of the best places to explore the underwater world. Divers choose it as one of the best spots to practice this sport. Find a villa for rent in Alicante and have a wonderful day taking a dip into the azure waters of the Mediterranean.

3. Visit the Lady of Elche

Along the coast of Alicante we find several towns with historical value and monumental wealth. Elche is one of them. Palm groves line the landscapes with more than 10,000 palm trees. Besides nature, the cultural part of Elche is shown through its monuments and artworks. One of the most well-known landmarks is the Basilica of Santa Maria and of course, the Lady of Elche, at the Museo Arqueológico y de Historia of Elche.

4. Wildlife and nature at its best

The geographic conditions of the area make Alicante a rich biological area with several parks and wildlife to explore. Animals from Africa, Asia and America are here waiting for you to visit them. El Palmeral is another park with wonderful waterfalls, lakes and palm trees. Fill in your lungs with fresh air surrounded by stunning natural gems.

5. Take day trips to beautiful towns

The Costa Blanca is a beautiful side of Spain with a myriad of towns and villages to visit, explore and discover. Splendid beaches, cultural visits, beautiful monuments and excellent food. These are the main features of a county full of contrasts and things to offer to its visitors. Make sure you put Villena, Denia, Jávea, Calpe, Orihuela or Benidorm on your list -and if you do, make sure you rent an apartment in Benidorm.

6. Alicante’s Old Town

The old part of Alicante city is known as Santa Cruz - the perfect combination of tradition and modernity. It still maintains the essence of the old quarter with a network of beautiful streets, flanked by white houses whose facades are decorated with colourful flower pots, tile mosaics and wrought iron bars. However, it also has all kinds of services and numerous bars and pubs for drinks. Everything is just one step away from the beach, so after your visit, you can enjoy an afternoon at the beach and head for an evening meal at any of the eateries along the promenade. The good news is that you can get affordable villas in Alicante to get to know all these areas!

7. Visit the imposing Santa Barbara’s Castle

From this stunning fortress you can contemplate the best panoramic view of the sea and the city. There is no greater pleasure than to see how the day is fading away as the last rays of sun hide behind the horizon, from this beautiful watchtower. In addition, throughout the year, many activities such as exhibitions, craft markets, dinners and medieval shows are organised. You will always have the chance to see and enjoy an event.