Apartments in Orihuela Costa
Blue Flag beaches, championship golf courses and modern purpose-built apartments at prices that make the southern Costa Blanca one of Spain's best-value holiday destinations.
Why Choose an Apartment in Orihuela Costa?
Orihuela Costa stretches along roughly 16 kilometres of coastline south of Torrevieja, from Punta Prima in the north to Campoamor in the south. Unlike the traditional Spanish towns further up the coast, this area was purpose-built as a resort destination from the 1970s onwards, which means the infrastructure is designed around holiday living. Roads are wide, complexes have communal pools and gardens, parking is rarely a problem, and amenities are spread evenly across the different urbanisations.
The area's beaches are its headline attraction. Playa Flamenca, Cala Capitán, La Zenia and Punta Prima all hold Blue Flag awards for water quality and facilities. Cala Capitán is a sheltered cove with calm waters that is especially popular with families, while Punta Prima offers a longer stretch of sand backed by a seafront promenade with restaurants and bars. The beaches here are generally less crowded than those in Torrevieja or Benidorm, even in peak summer.
Golf is woven into the fabric of Orihuela Costa. Three championship 18-hole courses — Villamartín, Las Ramblas and Campoamor — sit within the area's boundaries, and several more are a short drive away, including the acclaimed Las Colinas Golf and Country Club. Many apartment complexes are positioned with direct views over fairways, and green fees here are considerably lower than in other parts of Europe. This makes Orihuela Costa one of the best apartment bases for a golf holiday in Spain.
Shopping is well catered for. La Zenia Boulevard, one of the largest shopping centres in the Alicante province, has over 150 shops, a cinema, restaurants and a large supermarket. Each urbanisation also has its own local commercial centres with supermarkets, cafes and essential services. Alicante-Elche airport is about 40 minutes north via the AP-7, and Murcia's Corvera airport is roughly 30 minutes south, giving you two arrival options. The region shares the same mild, dry climate as neighbouring Torrevieja, with over 300 sunny days per year.
Where to Stay: Apartment Areas
Villamartín
One of the most established urbanisations, centred around the Villamartín Golf Course and the popular Villamartín Plaza with its restaurants, bars and shops. Apartments here are typically in well-maintained low-rise complexes with communal pools. The Saturday morning market at Villamartín Plaza is a social highlight, drawing residents from across the area.
Playa Flamenca & La Zenia
The commercial heart of Orihuela Costa, home to La Zenia Boulevard shopping centre and several Blue Flag beaches. Apartments in this zone put you within walking distance of both the beach and extensive shopping and dining. Newer developments here often feature modern interiors, rooftop soláriums and communal pools with children's areas.
Campoamor & Dehesa de Campoamor
The southern end of Orihuela Costa, quieter and more upmarket than the central areas. Campoamor has its own golf course, a small marina and a beautiful beach backed by low cliffs and pine trees. Apartments here tend to be in smaller, more exclusive complexes. A good choice for golfers and those seeking a more tranquil environment.
Punta Prima
At the northern end, closest to Torrevieja, Punta Prima has a long sandy beach with a pleasant seafront promenade, restaurants and a commercial centre. The beach faces east, making it perfect for morning sun. Apartments in Punta Prima offer easy access to both Orihuela Costa's amenities and Torrevieja's city facilities.
What to Expect
Modern Build Quality
Many apartment complexes in Orihuela Costa are recent builds with modern insulation, open-plan layouts, fitted kitchens and energy-efficient appliances.
Communal Pools & Gardens
Almost every apartment complex includes shared pools, sun terraces and landscaped gardens — a standard feature of the purpose-built resort developments here.
Golf on Your Doorstep
Three championship courses within the area and several more nearby — Orihuela Costa is one of the best apartment bases for a golf holiday in Europe.
Shopping & Services
La Zenia Boulevard and local commercial centres mean supermarkets, pharmacies, banks and restaurants are always nearby — no car needed for day-to-day errands.
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