Holiday Rentals in Altea
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Why Holiday in Altea?
Altea is the artistic soul of the Costa Blanca — a whitewashed hilltop old town crowned by a blue-domed church, with winding cobblestone lanes full of galleries, craft workshops and intimate restaurants. Below, a pebble-and-sand seafront promenade stretches along the coast with views across to the Sierra de Bernia mountains.
Holiday homes here have a distinctly bohemian charm: renovated townhouses in the old quarter, modern apartments along the promenade, and luxury villas in the exclusive Altea Hills community with pools and sea views. It is quieter and more refined than neighbouring Benidorm, attracting couples and culture lovers.
Airport
55 min from Alicante (ALC)
Top Beach
Playa de l'Espigó & Cap Blanch
Highlight
Art galleries & old town sunsets
Best Season
Year-round — spring & autumn ideal
Your Holiday Guide to Altea
Beaches
Playa de l’Espigó
A charming pebble-and-sand beach below the old town with crystal-clear water, small fishing boats and views along the coast to the Sierra de Bernia. The promenade behind has excellent cafes.
Playa de Cap Blanch
A wider pebbly beach south of the centre with Blue Flag status, a seafront boardwalk and access to several small coves. Popular with locals for its calm waters and sunset views.
Playa de La Roda
A quieter stretch north of the yacht harbour with a mix of sand and pebble. Less developed, with a handful of beachside restaurants and good paddleboard spots.
Dining
Altea’s old town is full of intimate restaurants tucked into whitewashed alleys — expect creative Mediterranean dishes, paella with a view, and wine bars with terrace seating overlooking the coast. The seafront promenade has casual chiringuitos, and the harbourside La Olla area is known for fresh rice dishes.
Activities & Attractions
Old Town art galleries — browse paintings, ceramics and sculptures in the cobblestoned lanes around the church square
Sierra de Bernia hike — a circular route through a mountain tunnel with panoramic coast-to-valley views
Altea yacht harbour — sailing courses, catamaran hire and sunset cruises along the coast
Palau Altea cultural centre — concerts, theatre and art exhibitions in a striking modern building
Kayaking to Altea coves — paddle along the rocky coastline to hidden swimming spots
Getting Around
Altea’s old town is best explored on foot — the winding lanes are pedestrianised. The TRAM connects to Benidorm (10 min) and Alicante (1 hr). A car helps for reaching the mountain trailheads and inland villages like Guadalest and Polop.
Family Tip
The pebble beaches are less convenient for sandcastle building, but the clear, calm water is excellent for snorkelling with older children. Bring water shoes. The old town’s ice cream shops and art workshops keep younger kids entertained.
Best Time to Visit
Spring (April–June) and autumn (September–October) are ideal — warm, uncrowded and perfect for hiking and dining al fresco. Summer is lively but hot. Winter is mild and the old town’s cultural scene runs year-round.
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About Altea
Altea is the artistic gem of the Costa Blanca, a picturesque whitewashed hilltop town crowned by the iconic blue-domed church of Nuestra Señora del Consuelo. Often called the “cultural capital” of the Costa Blanca, Altea has long attracted artists, writers, musicians, and those seeking a more sophisticated, tranquil experience.
The old town — the Casco Antiguo — is entirely pedestrianised and wonderfully preserved. Unlike many coastal towns that have succumbed to mass tourism, Altea has strict building regulations that prevent high-rise construction, maintaining its traditional Mediterranean village character.
The town has a thriving cultural scene. Throughout the year, Altea hosts music festivals, open-air cinema nights, literary events, and traditional fiestas. The Palau Altea cultural centre brings international performances to the town.
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