Altea

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This charming historic town near Benidorm offers a relaxing beachfront with sparkling coves, markets and cafés serving sangria.

Whether you come for the Moorish-influenced food, exhilarating watersports or celebrated Spanish-Christian architecture, you will have plenty to choose from in Altea. This bohemian town is a great place to stay for a few nights or to visit during an explorative daytrip of the Costa Blanca.

Altea is much quieter than nearby Benidorm and offers a slice of Spanish history and many art galleries. With whitewashed houses perched on a scenic hill and cobbled streets weaving down to the blue Mediterranean Sea, Altea’s streetscape is actually one of its biggest attractions.

Stroll through the town to see heritage buildings and galleries around every corner. In the Poble Antic (Historic Quarter) soaring walls rise to the highest point of the town, the bell tower of the parish church called The Virgin of Consuelo. Explore the labyrinth of streets and catch glimpses of the beach and the distinctive blue-and-white dome of the Our Lady of Solace church.

Quench your thirst at the several cafés and restaurants that line the city’s best lookout points. Be sure to sample some sangria Altea’s traditional recipe is a delicious combination of wine, fruit and herbs.

The Altea market in the old town is the place to go for fresh fruit, vegetables and flowers. Other local markets near the Altea sports center sell traditional Spanish dresses in bright colors and have musical stalls, adding to the festive atmosphere.

The palm tee-lined beach is never far away. Go for a swim or take your pick from the available watersports, from serene paddleboarding to adrenaline-charged wakeboarding. Book a snorkeling or scuba-diving tour to the coastline’s coves to enjoy one of the world’s most lively marine environments.

Altea is only a 15-minute drive northeast of Benidorm by car. The town can also be reached by bus or train. Note that the old town square and wider area around the church is for pedestrians only. Be sure to pack protective footwear and a mat or foldable chair, because Altea’s beach isn’t as sandy as the others on the Costa Blanca.

SH Villa Gadea Hotel
SH Villa Gadea Hotel
5 out of 5
Partida Villa Gadea, 0, Altea, Alicante
The price is €125 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€125
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Altea. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (909 reviews)
Altea
"A nice hotel maybe not the greatest location as it's located at the far end of Altea. Taxis took on average 20 to 30 minutes wait time's to and from the old city. Hotel staff was friendly. Pool area was nice except the 3 days of filming with drones flying over you and the film crew were annoying. ..."

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2025

SH Villa Gadea Hotel
Hostal Fornet
Hostal Fornet
1 out of 5
Carrer Beniardà, 1, Altea
The price is €52 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€52
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this hostal in Altea. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Albir Beach and Aqualandia are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (81 reviews)
Fabulous place
"Fabulous place to stay and rooms renovated tova high standard Lovely friendly Gentleman/ owner Hope very much to stay again in near future."

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2025

Hostal Fornet
Pierre & Vacances Altea Beach - Port
Pierre & Vacances Altea Beach - Port
3 out of 5
Puerto deportivo Luis Campomanes, Altea, Alicante
Stay at this 3-star beach residence in Altea. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions La Fossa Beach and Albir Beach are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (119 reviews)
Fantastic accommodation
"Very modern and comfortable apartment. I was surprised at the size of the apartment with room for 3 or 4 Adults. The apartment was overlooking the Altea bay club and was a short drive to Altea town. A car is essential to get around the area with limited public transportation available. Staff extremely ..."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2024

Pierre & Vacances Altea Beach - Port
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Pierre & Vacances Altea Beach - Port
Pierre & Vacances Altea Beach - Port
3 out of 5
Puerto deportivo Luis Campomanes, Altea, Alicante
Stay at this 3-star beach residence in Altea. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions La Fossa Beach and Albir Beach are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (119 reviews)
Fantastic accommodation
"Very modern and comfortable apartment. I was surprised at the size of the apartment with room for 3 or 4 Adults. The apartment was overlooking the Altea bay club and was a short drive to Altea town. A car is essential to get around the area with limited public transportation available. Staff extremely ..."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2024

Pierre & Vacances Altea Beach - Port
APP 2/4 PERS WITH SPLENDID SEA VIEW. SWIMMING POOLS. WI FI + TV INTERN.
APP 2/4 PERS WITH SPLENDID SEA VIEW. SWIMMING POOLS. WI FI + TV INTERN.
Altea
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Altea. Enjoy a beach locale, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Albir Beach and Aqualandia are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (80 reviews)
Perfect getaway
"The Altea Sol apartment at Cap Negret is a perfect quiet location. You have facilities at the hotel to use which is very close plus a very good supermarket and bar in walking distance.Although there isn’t a balcony you are over looking the sea and practically on the beach.To walk into Altea takes ..."

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2025

APP 2/4 PERS WITH SPLENDID SEA VIEW. SWIMMING POOLS. WI FI + TV INTERN.
Altea - family apartment !! Close to the sea.
Altea - family apartment !! Close to the sea.
Altea
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Altea. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and tennis courts. Popular attractions La Fossa Beach and Albir Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (38 reviews)
Turner holiday
"Excellent location"

Reviewed on 8 Jun 2024

Altea - family apartment !! Close to the sea.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Altea

4.4
Top destination
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Altea is a nice old town with many shops. The promenade is full of restaurants that look out over the sea

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

You need a car as the property is outside Altea.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Not really a holiday resort more a working town but a good base for walking or cycling. Beaches not suitable for young children or sea swimming as they are not sand they are pebbles.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Central Altea was too far to walk to from the hotel (2km) in the heat and no pavements to walk on. Used train and it was an excellent area with lots of good bars and restaurants and a great promenade.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great for relaxing weekend away. Would need to hire car and explore further a field if there for longer.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Altea old town is beautiful. Plenty of very good restaurants.