Holiday Rentals in Alicante
Browse vacation homes and short-stay rentals in Alicante on the Costa Blanca.
Why Holiday in Alicante?
Alicante is the Costa Blanca's vibrant capital city, where the Santa Bárbara castle perches above a palm-lined esplanade and long sandy beaches stretch north towards Playa de San Juan. As a city destination it offers museums, boutique shopping, a thriving tapas scene and excellent nightlife — all within a few minutes of the sand.
Holiday apartments dominate the rental market: modern flats in the Explanada district, sea-view penthouses in Cabo de las Huertas and spacious family apartments along Playa de San Juan. Direct flights to most of Europe make Alicante one of the easiest Spanish cities to reach for a short break.
Airport
15 min from Alicante (ALC)
Top Beach
Playa de San Juan (6 km golden sand)
Nightlife
Lively — El Barrio old town bars, clubs
Family Rating
Great — MARQ museum, castle, tram to beach
Your Holiday Guide to Alicante
Beaches
Playa de San Juan
A magnificent 6 km stretch of golden sand with a palm-lined promenade, Blue Flag water, watersports hire and a lively beachfront scene. Connected to the city centre by TRAM.
Playa del Postiguet
The city’s urban beach, directly below Santa Bárbara Castle. Fine sand, all amenities and stunning views up to the castle battlements. Walkable from the Explanada promenade.
Playa de la Albufereta
A sheltered sandy beach in a small bay near the Tossal de Manises archaeological site. Popular with local families, calmer than San Juan and with a neighbourhood restaurant scene.
Dining
Alicante’s El Barrio (old town) is a tapas labyrinth — tiny bars along Calle Labradores and San Pascual serve creative pintxos late into the night. The Mercado Central is the city’s foodie heart, with stalls and counters for fresh produce and prepared dishes. Playa de San Juan’s beachfront has breezy rice restaurants and international dining.
Activities & Attractions
Santa Bárbara Castle — a hilltop fortress with panoramic city views; reach the top by lift from Postiguet beach
MARQ Archaeological Museum — an award-winning museum with interactive exhibits spanning prehistory to the Islamic period
Explanada de España — the city’s iconic mosaic-tiled promenade for evening paseo under palm trees
Tabarca Island trip — ferries depart from Alicante’s port for a day on the island marine reserve
El Barrio nightlife — the old town’s atmospheric lanes fill with music, cocktails and energy every evening
Getting Around
Alicante is very walkable in the centre. The TRAM runs along the coast to San Juan beach and north to Benidorm. Buses cover the wider city. The airport is just 15 minutes by bus or taxi, making city breaks effortless.
Family Tip
The castle lift from Postiguet beach is a thrill for children, and MARQ’s interactive exhibits keep all ages engaged. Playa de San Juan has a playground section and calm, shallow water. The Tabarca ferry is a great half-day adventure.
Best Time to Visit
Year-round city break destination. Summer (June–September) for beaches, but spring and autumn are ideal for sightseeing at 20–25°C. The Hogueras de San Juan bonfire festival in late June is spectacular.
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About Alicante
Alicante is the cosmopolitan capital of the Costa Blanca and the gateway city for millions of visitors each year. Dominated by the imposing Santa Bárbara castle perched on Mount Benacantil, the city blends centuries of history with a modern, energetic Mediterranean lifestyle that pulses through its tapas bars, boutiques, and harbour-front restaurants.
The Explanada de España — a mosaic-tiled promenade shaded by palm trees — is one of the most beautiful waterfront walks in Spain, stretching along the marina to the lively old quarter of El Barrio. Just below the castle, Playa del Postiguet offers a golden city beach with Blue Flag status.
Alicante also serves as a cultural hub with the MARQ Archaeological Museum (European Museum of the Year winner), the MACA contemporary art museum, and a packed calendar of festivals including the famous Hogueras de San Juan bonfires in June.
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