Alicante City Centre Travel Guide

Alicante

A historic square with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by traditional buildings and a mountainous backdrop.
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and buildings with signs in a coastal town.
An outdoor café with tables and chairs, a sign for 'Canalejas TERRATA', and a view of the marina in the background.
A plaza with historic buildings, a prominent clock tower, and a mountain in the background.
A statue of a man with a hat and a cane, standing on a pedestal with the inscription "Alicante a Canalejas".

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A large, historic sailing ship docked at a harbor with a mountainous backdrop and modern buildings.

Alicante Harbour

9.0/10 (1,729 reviews)
Once a center of industry, Alicante’s harbor precinct is now home to some of the city’s best bars and restaurants, with views along the picturesque Postiguet Beach.
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Things to do

Alicante: Amazing Flamenco experience with tapas menu option

Alicante: Amazing Flamenco experience with tapas menu option

£13
per adult
Alicante: Amazing Flamenco experience with tapas menu option
Alicante: 2-Hour Late Afternoon Catamaran Cruise

Alicante: 2-Hour Late Afternoon Catamaran Cruise

£28
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Alicante: 2-Hour Late Afternoon Catamaran Cruise
Walking Tour of Alicante: 12 Hidden Gems with a Local Guide

Walking Tour of Alicante: 12 Hidden Gems with a Local Guide

£43
per adult
Walking Tour of Alicante: 12 Hidden Gems with a Local Guide
Alicante: Double Kayak Rental with Snorkel or Tapa and drink

Alicante: Double Kayak Rental with Snorkel or Tapa and drink

£27
per adult
Alicante: Double Kayak Rental with Snorkel or Tapa and drink
Discover Alicante And The Costa Blanca A Guided Tour

Discover Alicante And The Costa Blanca: A Self-Guided Tour

£6
per adult
Discover Alicante And The Costa Blanca: A Self-Guided Tour
Alicante: City and Beach Bike Tour

Alicante City, Beach & Central Market with Sampling

£26
per adult
Alicante City, Beach & Central Market with Sampling
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Top hotels in Alicante City Centre

Melia Alicante

Melia Alicante

4 out of 5
Plaza del Puerto, 3 Alicante Alicante
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £280 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£280
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Melia Alicante
Odyssey Rooms

Odyssey Rooms

4 out of 5
Carrer Gravina Alicante Alicante
The price is £151 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£151
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,205 reviews)
"Good location, room and hotel were clean and well kept. Staff were incredibly helpful."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Odyssey Rooms
Hotel Les Monges Palace Boutique

Hotel Les Monges Palace Boutique

3 out of 5
Calle San Agustín 4 Alicante
The price is £105 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£105
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 10 beach bars and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (521 reviews)
"Excellent location and staff"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Hotel Les Monges Palace Boutique
Méndez Núñez Alicante

Méndez Núñez Alicante

2 out of 5
Rambla Méndez Núñez, número 9 Alicante Alicante
Stay at this hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 beach bars and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
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Méndez Núñez Alicante
Eurostars Lucentum

Eurostars Lucentum

4 out of 5
Alfonso X El Sabio, 11 Alicante Alicante
The price is £118 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£118
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Eurostars Lucentum
Hotel Serawa Alicante

Hotel Serawa Alicante

4 out of 5
Calle San Fernando 16 Alicante Alicante
The price is £167 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
£167
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (359 reviews)
"Nice clean room, very spacious. Good air conditioning, Breakfast was disappointing though- warm food was cold and seemed to be sitting there for ages."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Hotel Serawa Alicante
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Where to stay in Alicante City Centre

Find the best Alicante City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Alicante City Centre
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A beach with people sunbathing, a lifeguard on a wooden chair, and a clear blue sky.

Playa de San Juan

Unique features of Playa de San Juan include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Alicante Golf Course or San Juan Beach while you're exploring the area.

A coastal city with a prominent hill, clear blue water, and modern buildings.
Photo by Ramon DE LA FUENTE
Open Photo by Ramon DE LA FUENTE

Ensanche Diputación

If you're spending some time in Ensanche Diputación, Alicante Harbour and Alicante Cruise Ship Terminal are top sights worth seeing.

A narrow street with colorful buildings, potted plants, and a staircase leading up a hill.

Barri Vell - Santa Creu

While visiting Barri Vell - Santa Creu, you might make a stop by sights like Alicante Town Hall and Basilica of Santa Maria.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent hill, a beach, and a clear view of the sea.
Photo by Andreas Søgaard
Open Photo by Andreas Søgaard

San Antón

While visiting San Antón, you might make a stop by sights like Castle of Santa Barbara and Alicante Bullring.

A coastal railway track with a clear view of the sea and distant land.

Vista Hermosa

You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Vista Hermosa. You might want to make time for a stop at Gran Via Shopping Center or Plaza Mar 2 Shopping Centre.

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