Orihuela Costa Property Guide: Golf, Beaches and Listings

Why Orihuela Costa?

Orihuela Costa is the coastal strip of the municipality of Orihuela, stretching 16 kilometres from Punta Prima in the north to Mil Palmeras in the south. Unlike nearby Torrevieja, which is a traditional Spanish city, Orihuela Costa is entirely built around urbanisations — purpose-built residential communities, each with their own communal pools, gardens and commercial centres. It is a distinctly different lifestyle: quieter, greener and more self-contained.

The area is home to some of the region’s best Blue Flag beaches, three championship golf courses, and La Zenia Boulevard — the largest shopping centre in the Alicante province with over 250 shops, restaurants, a cinema and a supermarket. It is also well-connected: Alicante–Elche airport is 45 minutes north, Murcia–Corvera airport is 25 minutes south, and the AP-7 motorway provides fast access to both.

For property buyers, Orihuela Costa offers remarkable diversity. You can find a renovated two-bedroom apartment for €130,000 or a frontline golf villa for €1.5 million, all within the same 16 km stretch. The area attracts British, Scandinavian, German, Dutch and Belgian buyers, with a strong mix of retirees, families and holiday-home owners.

Key Urbanisations

Each urbanisation on the Orihuela Costa has its own character, price range and community. Here is an area-by-area guide:

La Zenia is the commercial and social hub of the Orihuela Costa. Centred around La Zenia Boulevard, it offers the widest range of shops, restaurants and services. The beach — Cala Bosque — is a beautiful cove with turquoise water. Properties range from €140,000 for a two-bedroom apartment to €800,000+ for a villa near the beach. La Zenia is the most popular urbanisation for both permanent residents and holiday-home buyers.

Playa Flamenca is one of the largest and most affordable urbanisations. It has its own commercial centre, a Saturday street market (one of the biggest in the region), and excellent beach access. Two-bedroom apartments start from around €110,000, making it popular with budget-conscious buyers and investors. The community is predominantly British and Scandinavian.

Cabo Roig is the upmarket area of Orihuela Costa. The marina, the clifftop strip of restaurants overlooking the sea, and the beautiful Cala Capitán beach give it a premium feel. Apartments here start around €160,000, while villas and townhouses range from €250,000 to €600,000. Cabo Roig has a slightly older, more established demographic and a strong restaurant scene.

Villamartín is the golf heartland. The Villamartín golf course is the centrepiece, surrounded by villas and the Villamartín Plaza — a popular social hub with bars, restaurants and live entertainment. Properties range from €130,000 for an apartment to €500,000+ for a golf-front villa. The community is international with a particularly strong British and Irish presence.

Punta Prima sits at the northern edge of Orihuela Costa, bordering Torrevieja. It is known for its modern apartment complexes with communal pools and sea views. Two-bedroom apartments range from €150,000 to €250,000. The beach is rocky but scenic, and the Torrevieja promenade is within walking distance.

Campoamor occupies the southern end of the Orihuela Costa and has a more exclusive, tranquil atmosphere. The Campoamor golf course, the small marina, and the quiet sandy beach create a premium feel. Detached villas dominate the property landscape here, with prices from €350,000 to over €1 million.

Golf Courses

Orihuela Costa is one of the premier golf destinations on the Costa Blanca, with three excellent courses clustered within minutes of each other:

Annual membership packages are available at all three courses, typically ranging from €1,500 to €2,500. Many residents play on pay-and-play rates, which are significantly discounted for twilight rounds and summer bookings. The courses are playable year-round thanks to the mild climate, with winter (October–March) being the most popular season for golf.

For more on golf properties, see our golf property guide.

Beach Guide

Orihuela Costa has some of the finest beaches on the southern Costa Blanca, several of which hold Blue Flag status:

Cala Mosca is a natural cove surrounded by undeveloped land — one of the last unspoilt stretches of coastline in the region. It is protected from development and offers crystal-clear water, low crowds and a wild, natural feel. Access is via a dirt path, which keeps it blissfully uncrowded even in summer.

Playa Flamenca is a wide, family-friendly sandy beach with full services — sun loungers, beach bars, lifeguards in summer. The Saturday market runs just inland, making it easy to combine a beach morning with a market visit.

Cabo Roig / Cala Capitán is a stunning sandy cove tucked below the Cabo Roig strip of restaurants. Sheltered and south-facing, it is one of the warmest spots on the coast. The wooden staircase down the cliff to the beach adds to the charm.

La Zenia / Cala Bosque is a compact, beautiful cove right next to La Zenia Boulevard — ideal for a quick swim between shopping trips. The water is exceptionally clear due to the rocky seabed.

Price Guide

Here is a summary of current property prices across the main Orihuela Costa urbanisations (2026 market data):

Orihuela Costa generally offers better value per square metre than Torrevieja’s beachfront areas, particularly for properties with communal pool and garden access. For a full regional comparison, see our best areas to buy guide.

Properties for Sale on the Orihuela Costa

Here are three real listings currently available through OceanHome at different price points:

Browse all properties for sale on the Orihuela Costa, or read our complete buying guide to understand the full purchase process.