Local Area

Orihuela Costa, Alicante

The coastal region situated on the Costa Blanca in the province of Alicante

Orihuela Costa is an ideal destination for those looking for a beach family holiday, with 16 kilometres of diverse coastline. It is also an excellent choice for golf holidays; in fact, Orihuela Costa is well equipped for all your needs, with lots of amenities, facilities and leisure attractions.

The Region

The seaside resort of Cabo Roig is located at the southern end of the Costa Blanca in Orihuela Costa. The charming town is home to several blue flag beaches and enjoys a spectacular mountainous backdrop. Just 10 kilometres from Torrevieja, the town itself has wide palm-lined avenues and delightful lush gardens, with views to the Mediterranean and to the La Manga Peninsula and Mar Menor.

The tranquil resort urbanisation of Playa Flamenca is situated close to the lively town of Torrevieja on the Costa Blanca. The area is home to delightful beaches, golf and lots of recreational facilities such as water parks, tennis, go-karting and tennis.

Again close to Torrevieja is the popular resort of La Zenia. The town has everything one needs to enjoy a perfect holiday: blue flag beaches, golf, good amenities, lots of Spanish and international restaurants and a beautiful surrounding countryside to explore. La Zenia is one of the most famous resorts on the Costa Blanca.

The local beaches around Punta Prima have been awarded 67 European Blue Flags and range from natural dunes with a pinewood backdrop, to long stretches of golden, sandy beaches. Punta Prima is an urbanisation, rather than a town; made up of apartments, townhouses and villas, situated some 5 kilometres to the southwest of Torrevieja.

Campoamor is an excellent location for people who want to appreciate an element of real Spanish culture. The stunning scenery, green woodland and beautiful beaches make Campoamor a premier destination on the Orihuela Costa for tourists.

The prestigious golf development of Villamartin is situated just south of Alicante on the Orihuela Costa. The complex has the feel of a charming Mediterranean village, with apartments, townhouses and villas, and all the amenities you could wish for, shops, cafes, bars and restaurants, and of course two 18-hole golf courses. There are beautiful sandy beaches close by, which never get too crowded.

Mil Palmeras is the most southerly resort on the Orihuela Costa. It’s an attractive and popular seaside resort boasting fine, sandy beaches, rocky coves and bays, and lots of water sports and beach facilities.

Golfing in the area

Orihuela Costa is an excellent choice for golf holidays, there are three superb golf courses in the region – Villamartin, Campoamor and Las Ramblas.

Climate

Orihuela Costa enjoys a typical Mediterranean climate, with cool sea breezes in summer and protection by surrounding mountains against the cold North winds in winter. The area averages nearly 3,000 hours of sunshine each year and the average temperature easily exceeds 20 degrees.

In 1986 the World Health Organisation recommended the climate of the area as one of the most equitable in the world - neither too hot in the summer nor too cold in the winter. On average it can boast 325 sunny days each year making it an ideal all-year-round destination.

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    Louise and Dave (Kent, UK)

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    Tino and Lida (Finland)

  • “The townhouse was clean and nicely decorated. The property was in a great location: the beaches, restaurants, shops and the area's largest shopping centre were all within walking distance.”

    Miro and Karla (Finland)

  • “The house is absolutely perfect in every way, my wife and children were so happy and felt very at home, so much so we’re booked again already. The location is perfect, the beach is a stones throw away, the supermarkets, bars, restaurants and La Zenia Boulevard are all within walking distance!!! Literally perfect in every way, thank you Get Up and Go Rentals.”

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  • “Ideal central location, the apartment and house was absolutely perfect for our needs and the golf courses were unbelievable. An amazing experience and one to do again, we will be back every year!”

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  • "It was my first time playing golf in Spain, the golf courses were in phenomenal condition for July, highly recommend Las Ramblas. Stayed in the house and was so happy with the facilities provided, everything was within walking distance. Looking forward to returning again and again."

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