Alicante: Accommodation

Self Catering accommodation/apartments in Alicante

Holiday apartments for rental in Alicante are in abundance, and offer a great way to enjoy an area with the independence that visitors enjoy when back home, and can sometimes be more cost effective if staying as part of a large group or for a long period of time. For a luxury 2 bedroom apartment on a golf course, count on spending around €560 per week. Many private individuals also advertise their own villas to rent for the holiday and a typical cost for a 2 bedroom (sleeping up to 4 people), 2 bathroom property close to the beach is around €450 per week during the peak season. Since there is so much on offer, it is worth shopping around before making a reservation, and the best way to do this is to use the Internet. It is important to take into consideration when making a booking, the maximum amount of people which can be accommodated in the property, and also the distance to the beach or city centre as a car might be necessary to reach them.
 

Camping in Alicante

With the mild Mediterranean climate all year round, sleeping under canvas is one of the cheapest forms of accommodation for visitors, and Alicante has a selection of campsites for visitors to choose from, although limited. Facilities vary according to the campsite, but can include a bar or restaurant, children’s playground and tennis courts. Some hold special events during the summer and activities for all the family such as karaoke, and five-a-side football. Expect to budget from around €6 per person per night in addition to the cost of a pitch for a tent at €9 per night during peak season. For a motorhome, it is more expensive, starting from around €13 per night. Electricity is extra and for a 6 Amp supply, count on paying €4.71 per day.

Most campsites in Alicante are only open during the summer season, and therefore it is advisable to book well in advance. When booking either by phone or online, it is important that you check the location of the campsite in Alicante, as some are located away from the beaches and hustle and bustle of the city centre.
 

Holiday apartments for rental in Alicante are in abundance, and offer a great way to enjoy an area with the independence that visitors enjoy when back home, and can sometimes be more cost effective if staying as part of a large group or for a long period of time. For a luxury 2 bedroom apartment on a golf course, count on spending around €560 per week to rent a holiday apartment in Alicante. Many private individuals also advertise their own villas to rent for the holiday and a typical cost for a 2 bedroom (sleeping up to 4 people), 2 bathroom property close to the beach is around €450 per week during the peak season. Since there is so much on offer, it is worth shopping around before making a reservation, and the best way to do this is to use the Internet. It is important to take into consideration when making a booking, the maximum amount of people which can be accommodated in the property, and also the distance to the beach or city centre as a car might be necessary to reach them. Holiday apartment rental in Alicante is definitely the way forward if you're looking for extra freedom and privacy. Renting a holiday apartment in Alicante is also a good option for groups or families where hotel stays can be expensive.
 

Hostels (or albuergues in Spainish) are an ideal place to stay for those wishing to travel on a shoestring budget and meet and socialise with likeminded people. Alicante has a limited choice of hostels and does not have a big backpacking culture. One in the city centre which is popular is the Albuergue Juvenil La Florida on Avenida Orihuela, which is normally a halls of residence outside of the academic holidays, and can easily be reached by the main motorway or by train. Hostel Pintor Velazquez is another alternative, located within walking distance from the beach. Expect to pay from around €15 per night for a hostel during peak season.

In and around Alicante, hostel accommodation can generally be booked over the phone or online, and it is always advisable to book early if visitors wish to travel during peak season.
 

Being a popular international tourist destination, Alicante has a multitude of hotels, and accommodation to suit all budgets. Alicante hotels follow a 2 to 5 star rating (with 5 being the most luxurious and expensive), and offer everything from half board to all-inclusive. Alicante's main hotel zones are located adjacent to the harbour, in El Barrio (Alicante's lively historic quarter area), and at the Playa de San Juan (the San Juan beach). Around the harbour, there are many high end hotels and have the advantage of being situated close to the city’s other main attractions, whilst at the Playa de San Juan, located along the coast just a few kilometers north of Alicante, visitors can stay in one of the resorts overlooking Alicante's most famous beach. We recommend you to book your hotel in Alicante at least one to two months in advance to avoid disappointment if you wish to travel during the peak season. The best way to find cheap Alicante hotel deals is to book online.