All regions on the Costa Blanca South & Costa Cálida

Orihuela Costa is one of the most popular places to live on the southern Costa Blanca. The area is known for its beautiful beaches, excellent amenities and international character. Places such as Playa Flamenca, La Zenia, Cabo Roig and Dehesa de Campoamor draw large numbers of visitors and buyers from all over Europe every year. Anyone looking to buy here will find a varied choice, from apartments close to the beach to modern new builds and luxury villas with a private pool. From a walk along the coast and several golf courses to an afternoon shopping at La Zenia Boulevard, everything is within easy reach. It is precisely that combination of beach, amenities and a relaxed Mediterranean atmosphere that makes Orihuela Costa so well loved.

Torrevieja is a lively coastal city on the southern Costa Blanca where there is something going on all year round. The city is known for its long promenade, welcoming marina, characterful squares and a wide choice of shops, restaurants and things to do. The famous pink salt lakes and the nature reserve around the lagoons form a unique backdrop and add much to the character of the region. Thanks to excellent healthcare, good accessibility and plenty of amenities, many international residents choose to live here permanently. From modern apartments in the centre to homes by the sea and villas in quiet residential areas, Torrevieja offers something for almost every requirement. With Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport around 40 minutes away, the city is also very easy to reach.

Punta Prima is a quiet and charming seaside resort immediately south of Torrevieja, with one of the finest beaches on the Costa Blanca. It is popular with buyers looking for peace close to the sea, and it has excellent letting potential for holidaymakers. Small, well-maintained urbanisations and a friendly international community.

Ciudad Quesada feels immediately familiar to many people. This green residential area combines the comfort of an international community with the relaxed lifestyle of the Costa Blanca. You will find a golf course, welcoming restaurants, shops and all daily amenities within easy reach. The wide avenues, detached villas and well-kept residential streets create a sense of space that appeals to many residents. Thanks to its central position between the beaches of Guardamar del Segura, the salt lakes of Torrevieja and Alicante airport, Ciudad Quesada is for many an ideal base from which to enjoy Spain all year round.

Alicante is the vibrant capital of the Costa Blanca, where city life and the beach meet effortlessly. With the iconic Castillo de Santa Bárbara high above the city, the atmospheric Explanada de España and kilometres of promenade and city beach, Alicante has a distinctive appeal. The city offers everything you would expect of a modern Spanish city: excellent restaurants, shops, culture, marinas and a lively centre that buzzes all year round. Thanks to Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport, with direct connections to northern Europe, it is also very easy to reach. Whether you are looking for an apartment in the historic centre, a home by the sea or a modern new build on the edge of the city, Alicante offers an appealing combination of urban comfort and Mediterranean living.

La Zenia is a lively coastal spot on the southern Costa Blanca, home to the well-known La Zenia Boulevard, the largest open-air shopping centre in the region. Excellent restaurants, a golf course and secure urbanisations make it popular with buyers who want to combine comfort with a holiday feeling. Strong letting potential all year round, with apartments starting from around €100,000.

Los Montesinos is a welcoming Spanish village in the heart of the Vega Baja, surrounded by citrus groves and the characteristic landscape of southern Alicante. Here you experience everyday Spanish life, while the beaches of the Costa Blanca and the amenities of Torrevieja remain within easy reach. Around the central square you will find local restaurants, terraces and shops that give the village a lively feel without the crowds of the larger coastal towns. Thanks to its central position, good accessibility and attractive property prices, Los Montesinos is popular both with permanent residents and with people looking for a second home in Spain.

Guardamar del Segura is a charming coastal town on the southern Costa Blanca, known for its wide sandy beaches, striking dunes and the unique pine forest running along the coast. With more than 11 kilometres of beach, Guardamar is among the finest beach destinations in the region. The combination of nature, space and a relaxed atmosphere makes it especially popular with people who want to live close to the sea without the bustle of a large city. At the same time you will find all daily amenities here, welcoming restaurants, an attractive promenade and a lively centre that stays active all year. Thanks to its central position between Alicante and Torrevieja, the proximity of the airport and a broad choice of apartments, penthouses and villas, Guardamar is an appealing option both for permanent living and for a second home on the Spanish coast.

Santa Pola is an authentic coastal town on the Costa Blanca where daily life still revolves around the fishing harbour, the promenade and the sea. With wide sandy beaches, a welcoming marina and a lively centre, the town has held on to its Spanish character. The famous salt flats, the nature park and the view of the island of Tabarca give Santa Pola a landscape you will not find anywhere else on the Costa Blanca. Lovers of fresh fish and seafood are well served by the many restaurants around the harbour and promenade. Just twenty minutes from Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport and close to Elche with its famous palm groves, Santa Pola is a popular choice both for permanent living and for a second home in the Spanish sun.

Pilar de la Horadada is the southernmost municipality of the Costa Blanca, on the border with the Murcia region. The combination of an authentic Spanish centre, beautiful beaches and modern residential areas is making it steadily more popular with international buyers. With the wide sandy beaches of Torre de la Horadada and Mil Palmeras, an extensive network of walking and cycling paths and all daily amenities close by, Pilar de la Horadada offers an excellent balance between relaxation and comfort. The choice of property ranges from modern new-build apartments and villas to traditional Spanish houses, so there is a suitable option for almost every requirement.

San Miguel de Salinas is an attractive Spanish village on a hill between the salt lakes of Torrevieja and the Mediterranean. Its elevated position gives wonderful views over the surrounding landscape, while the beaches of the southern Costa Blanca are only minutes away by car. The village has kept its authentic Spanish character, with welcoming squares, local restaurants and a lively village atmosphere that is present all year round. At the same time, popular residential areas, golf courses and all daily amenities are close at hand. From traditional Spanish houses in the centre to modern new-build developments on the edge of the village, San Miguel de Salinas offers an appealing combination of peace, space and accessibility.

San Pedro del Pinatar lies at the point where the Mediterranean and the Mar Menor meet. This lively coastal town on the Costa Cálida is known for its extensive beaches, salt lakes, nature reserves and a relaxed way of life that stays appealing all year round. One of its most remarkable places is the Las Salinas y Arenales nature reserve, where you walk past salt lakes with flamingos and migratory birds. San Pedro is also known for the natural mud baths of Lo Pagán, popular with visitors from all over Europe. Thanks to its central position between the Costa Blanca and the Costa Cálida, excellent amenities and a broad choice of property, San Pedro del Pinatar is an attractive option both for permanent living and for a second home in Spain.

Los Alcázares is an appealing coastal town on the shores of the Mar Menor, known for its long promenades, sandy beaches and relaxed Mediterranean way of life. The pleasant climate, excellent amenities and lively atmosphere make it popular with permanent residents and holidaymakers alike. Along the promenade you will find welcoming restaurants, terraces and beach bars looking out over the water. Because the Mar Menor is shallow and calm, Los Alcázares is also a favourite with water sports enthusiasts, walkers and families. The town offers a varied choice of property, from apartments close to the beach to modern villas and new-build developments. With golf resorts, shops, sports facilities and Murcia airport within easy reach, Los Alcázares is an attractive option for comfortable living on the Costa Cálida.

Cartagena is one of the most characterful cities in southern Spain. With over 2,000 years of history, an impressive natural harbour and a beautiful historic centre, it offers a rare combination of culture, city life and Mediterranean atmosphere. Walk past Roman excavations, admire the elegant modernist architecture, or enjoy lunch on one of the many squares and terraces in the centre. Thanks to a lively marina, excellent restaurants and a full calendar of cultural events, Cartagena is a city that buzzes all year round. From modern apartments to characterful town houses, Cartagena offers appealing possibilities for anyone looking for an authentic Spanish place to live with every amenity close by.

San Javier and the seaside town of Santiago de la Ribera are among the best-loved locations on the Costa Cálida. Here you enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the Mar Menor, wide promenades and an authentic Spanish character that is noticeable all year round. Santiago de la Ribera is known for its long waterfront promenade, sandy beaches, welcoming terraces and attractive marina. The calm water of the Mar Menor makes the area popular with walkers, cyclists and water sports enthusiasts. Nearby San Javier has all daily amenities, sports facilities, shops and restaurants. The combination of beach, nature and a lively local community makes this area attractive both for permanent living and for a second home in Spain.

Mar de Cristal is one of those places many people only discover once they actually get there. No busy promenades or mass tourism, but wide beaches, palm trees and views over the calm water of the Mar Menor. A short distance away lies the beautiful Calblanque Regional Park, one of the finest and most unspoilt stretches of coast in southern Spain. It is exactly that combination of nature, quiet and space that makes Mar de Cristal appealing to people who want to enjoy Spanish life in relaxed surroundings. This is not about seeing and being seen, but about walking along the beach, lunch on a sunny terrace and settling into the rhythm of the coast.

Águilas lies on the southern Costa Cálida and is known for its striking coastline, crystal-clear coves and relaxed Mediterranean atmosphere. With more than 30 beaches and hidden bays, this coastal town offers one of the most varied coastal landscapes in the Murcia region. Despite the growth of tourism, Águilas has kept its authentic Spanish character. The lively centre, the welcoming promenade, the fishing harbour and the many local restaurants keep the town alive all year round. The combination of nature, space and a relatively undiscovered setting makes Águilas appealing to anyone looking for a home by the sea away from the bustle of the better-known coastal resorts.

The Hondón valley lies enclosed by mountains, about half an hour from Alicante airport. Anyone arriving here notices the contrast with the coast at once: almond trees and vine terraces instead of promenades, and a village where the day still runs on Spanish time. Hondón de las Nieves attracts people looking for space. For the budget of an apartment by the sea you often buy a detached villa here with a plot of land, a pool and views of the mountains. The winters are mild and dry, the summers warm but, thanks to the altitude, just that bit more bearable than on the coast. There is a mixed community of Spaniards and northern Europeans, and daily amenities are within walking distance.

Aspe is a genuine Spanish town, not a resort built around tourists. It is known for the table grapes grown here for generations, and for the old aqueduct in the countryside outside town. For anyone who wants to live in Spain rather than stay in it, that is exactly the appeal: a Friday market, schools, doctors, shops and a centre that stays alive all year. Aspe is fifteen minutes from Elche and about thirty from both the airport and the coast.

Rojales sits on the river Segura, fifteen minutes from the beach at Guardamar. The historic centre is built around the eighteenth-century Carlos III bridge, and in the rock behind it lie the well-known cave houses that today hold studios and small restaurants. It is a village where Spanish life simply carries on: a market, a square, terraces where the whole family sits on a Sunday. Administratively Ciudad Quesada belongs to Rojales as well, which means one municipality contains two very different worlds: the authentic village by the river and the green, international residential area with its golf course. If you want the calm of the interior without giving up the coast, this is a good place to be.