Mediterranean landscapes that delight and impress. Without a doubt, the Costa Blanca is known for its stunning coastline, where you can discover some of the most beautiful beaches in Spain. Many of them have been awarded the prestigious Blue Flag, which is proof of their high environmental quality, water purity, safety and the services offered. Below are four of the most beautiful beaches on the Costa Blanca, our choice based not only on their harmonious combination with the surrounding nature, but also on the various facilities and services that are available.
Playa del Postiguet
Playa del Postiguet in Alicante is one of the most famous beaches on the Costa Blanca, highly regarded by tourists from all over the world. Situated at the foot of the legendary Castillo de Santa Bárbara, in the central part of the city, this beach has become a symbol of Alicante, being a favourite spot for locals and visitors alike. The beach is distinguished by its fine golden sand and calm, crystal-clear waters, and its high quality service has been recognised by the award of the Blue Flag, which often flies over the shore. The seafront promenade adjacent to Playa del Postiguet is lively, offering many restaurants, cafés and ice cream parlours, such as Kiosko Peret on the Explanada in Alicante. In addition, the beach provides umbrella and sun lounger hire, showers, children’s play areas, sports opportunities and accessibility for people with reduced mobility, as well as the presence of lifeguards. Playa del Postiguet’s proximity to the heart of the city makes it easily accessible both on foot and by public transport. It is an excellent option for those wishing to spend a day at the beach while discovering Alicante’s attractions.
Playa de San Juan
Playa de San Juan, located in Alicante, has a reputation as one of the best beaches on the Costa Blanca. Picturesque and stretching for almost seven kilometres, it is connected to the Playa de Muchavista beach in El Campello, which also has a Blue Flag. This beach, with its fine golden sand, is one of the largest and most beautiful in the region. The waters of Playa de San Juan are crystal clear and refreshing, making it ideal for swimming and water sports such as surfing and windsurfing. Due to its size and the excellent quality of services on offer, this beach is very popular with families, groups of friends and sports enthusiasts. Here you can find children’s playgrounds, the possibility to rent sun loungers and umbrellas, areas for sports (such as volleyball) and a wide range of restaurants and beach bars along the coast. The dynamic atmosphere that lasts both during the day and at night, as well as its proximity to the city of Alicante (less than 20 minutes), make it a favourite destination for those who want to combine relaxation on the beach with an urban lifestyle. Playa de San Juan also offers free parking along the entire coastline and boasts a Blue Flag award.
Playa del Carabassi
Surrounded by fixed and moving dunes and a pine forest, Playa del Carabassi is located in the picturesque area of Arenales del Sol, close to Elche. This beach stands out for its unique landscape and atmosphere full of tranquillity. It has almost 900 metres of fine golden sand and is known as one of the most natural and less developed in the region. The waters of Playa del Carabassi are clear and clean, making them ideal for swimming. They are also very popular with snorkelling and diving enthusiasts, thanks to the abundance of marine life in the area. For this reason, the beach has been awarded the prestigious Blue Flag, a testament to its high quality and care for the environment. The beach offers basic amenities such as walkways, showers and regular cleaning. However, it is worth bringing everything you need for the day, as food services and rentals are more limited compared to other, more developed beaches. It is also worth bearing in mind that this beach is recognised as a naturist beach, meaning that visitors can practice nudism. Therefore, if you are planning a visit with children, it is worth taking this into account.
Playa de La Fossa
Playa de la Fossa is one of the most popular beaches in Calpe and one of the highest rated on the Costa Blanca. Situated just north of the picturesque Peñon de Ifach, this beach offers not only beautiful views, but also a full beach experience. With 1km of golden sand and crystal clear, calm waters, this is the perfect place for everyone from families with children to groups of friends and couples. The large area of the beach allows you to enjoy the sun and the sea, giving you enough space to relax and have fun. One of its main assets is the seafront promenade, where there are numerous restaurants, bars and shops offering a variety of dining and shopping options. Playa de la Fossa also has an extensive service infrastructure. You can hire sunbeds and umbrellas, use showers and foot washing facilities. The beach is suitable for people with reduced mobility and there is also a lifeguard and emergency services on site. In addition, the beach has once again won the Blue Flag award, a testament to its high quality in terms of water clarity, safety and available facilities.
