The most beautiful places on the Costa Blanca

The Costa Blanca is a sun-drenched region of Spain known for its varied coastline and diverse destinations. From picturesque, hilly villages to lively seaside resorts. This guide will help orient you to these different places.

This page consists of 3 parts:

  1. Reference to 16 place pages
  2. Choose a place, choice help
  3. List of other places
The logo of the Costa Blanca.
The logo of the town of Albir on the Costa Blanca.

Albir

Albir is a small town with a striking multicultural character, belonging to the municipality of Alfaz del Pi.

The place is known for its wide Boulevard de las Estrellas the direct location on the protected natural park Sierra Helada.

The logo of the town of Alicante on the Costa Blanca.

Alicante

Alicante is the largest city on the Costa Blanca and an ideal destination for a city break and beach vacation.

It is known for Castillo de Santa Bárbara and the Explanada de España boulevard.

The logo of the town of Altea on the Costa Blanca.

Altea

Altea, voted the most beautiful place in Spain in 2025, is located in the middle of a large bay.

It is best known for its old center with white-painted houses and the church with blue dome.

The logo of the town of Benidorm on the Costa Blanca.

Benidorm

Benidorm is the most lively and famous city on the Costa Blanca.

It is known for its impressive skyscraper skyline. It offers long plenty of theme parks for families.

The logo of the town of Benissa on the Costa Blanca.

Benissa

Benissa is one of the oldest towns on the Costa Blanca.

It is known for its well-preserved, authentic historic center located inland at 275 meters above sea level.

Despite its inland location near the Sierra de Bernia, the municipality boasts a beautiful coastline with six coves (calas).

The logo of the town of Calpe on the Costa Blanca.

Calpe

Calpe is a prominent place on the Costa Blanca North. It is internationally known for the protected Peñón de Ifach Natural Park.

The city boasts a lively fishing port and two long sandy beaches(Arenal-Bol and La Fossa), each with its own promenade.

The logo of the town of Dénia on the Costa Blanca.

Dénia

Dénia is a historic and gastronomic coastal town, declared a UNESCO Creative City.

The city is dominated by the Castle of Dénia and the impressive Montgó Natural Park.

The logo of the town of Elche on the Costa Blanca.

Elche

Elche is the third-largest city on the Costa Blanca.

It is known worldwide for the Palmeral de Elche, the largest palm forest in Europe and UNESCO World Heritage Site. The El Hondo marshland is also widely visited.

The logo of the town of Guadalest on the Costa Blanca.

El Castell de Guadalest

El Castell de Guadalest is one of the most picturesque villages in Spain. Located on a steep rock formation in the interior of the Costa Blanca.

The village offers beautiful views of the turquoise reservoir and surrounding mountain ranges.

The logo of the town of Jávea on the Costa Blanca.

Jávea

Jávea(Xàbia) is a natural destination on the Costa Blanca dominated by the Montgó Natural Park.

It is divided into three cores: the historic old village, the authentic fishing port and the Arenal beach.

The logo of the town of Moraira on the Costa Blanca.

Moraira

Moraira is a small coastal town on the Costa Blanca with an authentic character as a fishing village.

The place is located at the end of the protected valley Les Sort.

The logo of the town of Pilar de la Horadada on the Costa Blanca.

Pilar de la Horadada

Pilar de la Horadada is the southernmost town on the Costa Blanca.

The town is rich in history with the Torre de Horadada, and is ideally located for sports enthusiasts and nearby golf courses.

The logo of the town of Jalón on the Costa Blanca.

Jalón

Jalón(Xaló) is an authentic wine village in the interior(Vall de Pop) of the Costa Blanca.

The place is surrounded by vineyards and mountains, and the heart of local Moscatel wine production.

The logo of the town of Santa Pola on the Costa Blanca.

Santa Pola

Santa Pola is a lively fishing town with miles of sandy beaches, unique salt lakes with flamingos and a 16th-century castle.

The place is a water sports hotspot, is close to Alicante airport and is the departure base for the island of Tabarca.

The logo of the town of Torrevieja on the Costa Blanca.

Torrevieja

Torrevieja is the most popular resort in the south of the Costa Blanca.

It is known for its miles of sandy beaches, boulevards and unique pink salt lakes(Lago Rosa).

The logo of the town of Villa Joyosa on the Costa Blanca.

Villajoyosa

Villajoyosa is an authentic place on the Costa Blanca.

The place is world famous for its colored houses along the coast and the center of the Spanish chocolate industry(Valor).

Which place on the Costa Blanca suits you? Choice Guide

The Costa Blanca is a region full of contrasts, with over 200 kilometers of coastline offering a variety of places. Find out which type of place best suits your vacation needs based on its characteristics:

For families and traditional beach vacations (Costa Blanca South)

Torrevieja, Santa Pola, Pilar de la Horadada and Villajoyosa.

  • Typical features: here you will often find long, extensive sandy beaches with slowly sloping water, ideal for young children;

  • Offering: many places offer plenty of play facilities on the beach and are easily accessible, with all amenities right nearby.

For nature lovers, culture and peace seekers (Costa Blanca North/Inland)

Jávea, Dénia, Benissa, Moraira and Guadalest (inland).

  • Typical features: the places here are often more mountainous and known for rocky coves (calas) or are inland and offer an authentic atmosphere;

  • Offering: this section offers rustic and remote locations, often with pristine dunes or coves with crystal clear waters, perfect for escaping the crowds and experiencing nature.

For culture, atmosphere and vibrancy

Alicante, Benidorm (vibrancy/skyline), Villajoyosa (colorful/chocolate), Calpe (rock/port) and Dénia (gastronomy/castle).

  • Typical features: these are the city beaches and places with a historic old center (such as the aforementioned Altea);

  • Offer: you will find plenty of liveliness, good gastronomy and cultural attractions. The beaches border directly on the city center and are equipped with all amenities.

For water sports enthusiasts and adventurers

Santa Pola (kitesurfing/sea reserve Tabarca), Dénia, Jávea (rocky coasts/snorkeling), Calpe and Benissa.

  • Typical features: places with deeper bays and marine reserves, or places with favorable wind conditions;

  • Offering: here are the best spots for activities such as snorkeling, diving, wind/kite surfing, supping and kayaking. The coastline offers rugged or protected water areas ideal for active vacations.

For specific needs and alternative destinations

Elche (palm grove/UNESCO), Jalón (winery/flea market), Guadalest (fortress/museums) and Torrevieja (pink salt lake/microclimate).

  • Typical features: some places offer specific zones for dog beaches or quiet naturist beaches;

  • General tip: In high season, popular spots (and their parking lots) can fill up quickly. Arrive early or seek alternative transportation. Always watch for flags and protect yourself from the sun.

Complete list of places on the Costa Blanca

In Spanish In Valencian Inhabitants
Agost Agost 5.067
Agres Agres 619
Aigües Aigües 1.146
Albatera Albatera 13.092
Albir Albir 10.000
Alcalalí Alcalalí 1.397
Alcoleja Alcoleja 188
Alcosser Alcosser 259
Alcoy Alcoi 59.493
Alfafara Alfafara 419
Algorfa Algorfa 3.635
Algueña L’Alguenya 1.395
Alicante Alacant 349.282
Almoradí Almoradí 21.874
Almudaina Almudaina 110
Altea Altea 23.820
Aspe Asp 21.473
Balones Balones 119
Banyeres de Mariola Banyeres de Mariola 7.255
Benasau Benasau 173
Beneixama Beneixama 1.697
Benejúzar Benejússer 5.625
Benferri Benferri 2.023
Beniarbeig Beniarbeig 2.353
Beniardà Beniardà 252
Beniarrés Beniarrés 1.089
Benidoleig Benidoleig 1.218
Benidorm Benidorm 72.342
Benifallim Benifallim 111
Benifato Benifato 140
Benigembla Benigembla 537
Benijófar Benijòfer 3.473
Benilloba Benilloba 737
Benillup Benillup 105
Benimantell Benimantell 534
Benimarfull Benimarfull 422
Benimassot Benimassot 105
Benimeli Benimeli 455
Benissa Benissa 12.279
Benitachell El Poble Nou de Benitatxell 4.858
Biar Biar 3.607
Bigastro Bigastre 7.361
Bolulla Bolulla 440
Busot Busot 3.534
Callosa D’en Sarrià Callosa D’en Sarrià 7.708
Callosa de Segura Callosa de Segura 19.484
Calpe Calp 25.854
Camp de Mirra Camp de Mirra 442
Cañada La Canyada 1.210
Castalla Castalla 11.365
Castell de Castells Castell de Castells 445
Catral Catral 9.275
Cocentaina Cocentaina 11.309
Confrides Confrides 297
Cox Coix 7.513
Crevillent Crevillent 30.191
Daya Nueva Daia Nova 1.767
Daya Vieja Daia Vella 667
Dénia Dénia 45.622
Dolores Dolors 7.919
El Campello El Campello 29.993
El Castell de Guadalest El Castell de Guadalest 274
El Ràfol D’almúnia El Ràfol D’almúnia 721
El Verger El Verger 5.101
Elche Elx 238.293
Elda Elda 53.034
Els Poblets Els Poblets 2.763
Fageca Fageca 101
Famorca Famorca 45
Finestrat Finestrat 8.836
Formentera del Segura Formentera del Segura 4.618
Gaianes Gaianes 555
Gata de Gorgos Gata de Gorgos 6.515
Gorga Gorga 284
Granja de Rocamora La Granja de Rocamora 2.686
Guardamar del Segura Guardamar del Segura 17.328
Hondón de las Nieves El Fondó de les Nose 2.698
Hondón de los Frailes El Fondó Dels Frares 1.311
Ibi Ibi 23.920
Jacarilla Xacarella 2.108
Jávea Xàbia 29.760
Jijona Xixona 7.032
L’Alfàs Del Pi L’Alfàs Del Pi 20.518
L’Alqueria D’asnar L’Alqueria D’asnar 511
L’Atzúbia L’Atzúbia 608
La Nucia La Nucia 18.970
La Romana La Romana 2.632
La Vall D’alcalà La Vall D’alcalà 174
La Vall D’ebo La Vall D’ebo 230
La Vall de Gallinera La Vall de Gallinera 581
La Vall de Laguar La Vall de Laguar 873
Llíber Llíber 946
Lorcha L’Orxa 587
Los Montesinos Los Montesinos 5.477
Millena Millena 254
Monforte del Cid Montfort 8.777
Monóvar / Monòver Monòver 12.542
Murla Murla 575
Muro de Alcoy Muro D’alcoi 9.253
Mutxamel Mutxamel 27.078
Novelda Novelda 25.771
Ondara Ondara 7.308
Onil Onil 7.763
Orba Orba 2.379
Orihuela Oriola 82.449
Orxeta Orxeta 840
Parcent Parcent 1.003
Pedreguer Pedreguer 8.558
Pego Pego 10.485
Penàguila Penàguila 313
Petrer Petrer 33.914
Pilar de la Horadada El Pilar de la Foradada 23.428
Pinoso El Pinós 8.281
Planes Planes 699
Polop Polop 5.339
Quatretondeta Quatretondeta 136
Rafal Rafal 4.800
Redován Redovà 8.183
Relleu Relleu 1.248
Rojales Rojals 17.451
Sagra Sagra 442
Salinas Salinas 1.733
San Fulgencio Sant Fulgenci 9.443
San Isidro Sant Isidre 2.208
San Miguel de Salinas Sant Miquel de Les Salines 6.798
San Vicente del Raspeig Sant Vicent del Raspeig 59.928
Sanet y Negrals Sanet I Els Negrals 737
Sant Joan D’alacant Sant Joan D’alacant 25.275
Santa Pola Santa Pola 37.816
Sax Saix 10.072
Sella Sella 607
Senija Senija 670
Tàrbena Tàrbena 630
Teulada Teulada 12.515
Tibi Tibi 1.808
Tollos Tollos 40
Tormos Tormos 339
Torremanzanas Maçanes La Torre de Les Maçanes 714
Torrevieja Torrevella 89.290
Villajoyosa La Vila Joiosa 36.093
Villena Villena 34.144
Jalón Xaló 2.964