Best places to stay in Alicante

C/ d'Olózaga, 2, 03012 Alicante, Spain

Av. Albufereta, 96, 03016 Alicante, Spain

C. Llauradors, 24, 03002 Alicante, Spain

C/ Cerdà, 100, 03009 Alicante, Spain

Av. Salamanca, 38-40, 03005 Alicante, Spain

C. Miguel Soler, 10, 03002 Alicante, Spain

Elegant quarters in an upscale hotel with a Mediterranean restaurant, a tapas bar & a rooftop spa. This upscale hotel in a 16th-century former convent is an 8-minute walk from Playa del Postiguet and 2 km from Castell de la Santa Bàrbara. Featuring high ceilings and abstract silk paintings, the contemporary rooms offer free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Upgraded rooms add French balconies or living areas. Elegant suites include lounges separated by sliding doors. Room service is available. There's a Mediterranean restaurant, a tapas bar and a terrace bar. Other amenities include a rooftop spa offering treatments and massages, as well as an indoor/outdoor pool and a fitness room.

C. Rafael Altamira, 7, 03002 Alicante, Spain

Contemporary 1-bedroom units with kitchens in an apartment hotel offering free Wi-Fi & breakfast. On a side street near shops and eateries, this modern apartment hotel is a 7-minute walk from the landmark Plaza de los Luceros, a 15-minute walk from El Postiguet Beach and 4 km from San Gabriel train station. The bright, contemporary 1-bedroom apartments have kitchens, as well as free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and sofabeds. Some apartments add terraces. Amenities include free continental breakfast, a relaxed lobby lounge, and parking for a fee, as well as guest laundry facilities.

C. Sta. Bárbara, 3, 03001 Alicante, Spain

Carrer Gravina, 9, 03002 Alicante, Spain

Contemporary property featuring a rooftop pool & a Mediterranean restaurant with a bar. This contemporary hotel is set 4.6 km from Santa Bárbara Castle and 2.3 km from the Port of Alicante. The refined rooms come with satellite TV and free Wi-Fi, plus minibars and writing desks. Upgraded rooms add terraces and separate sitting areas; some have pull-out sofas. Amenities include a rooftop pool, an outdoor terrace, and a fitness center with a whirlpool and a sauna. There's also a Mediterranean restaurant and a bar, along with meeting facilities. A breakfast buffet is available for a fee.

C/ de Mexico, 18, 03008 Alicante, Spain

Sophisticated hotel with a contemporary restaurant & a bar, plus sea views & free Wi-Fi. In a neoclassical building near the Port of Alicante on the Mediterranean Sea, this chic hotel is a 12-minute walk from Alacant Terminal train station and 3 km from the hilltop Santa Bárbara Castle, which dates from the 9th century. Postiguet Beach is 15 minutes away by foot. Featuring sea or city views, the sophisticated rooms come with complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffeemakers. Circular upgraded rooms provide panoramic views of the sea. Suites have separate living rooms. Room service is available. Amenities include a contemporary restaurant and a bar. Breakfast and parking are offered for a fee.

C. Canalejas, 1, 03001 Alicante, Spain

C. Rafael Altamira, 19, 03002 Alicante, Spain

Contemporary beachfront lodging with 2 restaurants & a bar, plus an outdoor pool & a fitness room. Overlooking Playa del Postiguet Beach, this upscale hotel is a 14-minute walk from the Mercado tram stop and 2.2 km from the 9th-century Santa Bárbara Castle. Modern rooms feature free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, plus minibars and terraces. Upgraded rooms add sea views, while adult-only club rooms have Nespresso coffeemakers, and access to a lounge with free drinks and snacks. Suites add separate living rooms, whirlpool tubs and/or massage showers. There are 2 restaurants, including a breezy beachfront eatery, along with a laid-back bar. There's also an outdoor pool, and a fitness room, plus a business center and 12 meeting rooms.

P.º Puerto, 3, 03001 Alacant, Alicante, Spain

Casual hotel offering a restaurant, a spa & an indoor pool, plus a bar, a gym & free Wi-Fi. Overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, this unpretentious hotel on a peninsula is 3 km from Santa Bárbara Castle and a 9-minute walk from the sandy Platja del Postiguet. Laid-back rooms and suites offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minifridges, plus safes, balconies, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Some have sitting areas and/or whirlpool tubs. Breakfast is free. Dining options consist of a restaurant, a cafe and a bar. Other amenities include an indoor pool, a gym and a hot tub, plus a TV lounge, a salon and a sauna. There's also a spa, a terrace, and meeting and event space. Breakfast, parking and massage services are available.

Pl. Prta del Mar, 3, 03002 Alicante, Spain

Casual rooms & apartments, some with en suite bathrooms, plus a rooftop bar & a shared kitchen. Set 3 blocks from the beach, this simple family-run guesthouse is a minute's walk from the Alicante Museum of Contemporary Art and a 7-minute walk from Mercado tram station. The casual rooms and apartments offer TVs and shared bathrooms. Upgraded rooms add en suite bathrooms. Apartments for 2-6 guests have kitchens. Breakfast is available. There's also a rooftop bar, a shared kitchen and laundry facilities.

C. de la Villavieja, 8, 03002 Alicante, Spain

Carrer Gravina, 5, 03002 Alicante, Spain

Contemporary rooms & suites, some with sea views, plus a sleek restaurant/bar & a rooftop pool. This relaxed hotel is a 10-minute walk from Alicante train station, 2 km from the nearest Mediterranean Sea beach and 4 km from Castillo de Santa Bárbara, a 9th-century castle. Modern rooms and suites come with minibars, flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi (fee). Upgraded quarters add sea views and/or Nespresso machines. There's 24-hour room service. Amenities include a sleek Mediterranean restaurant/bar, a whirlpool tub, a hammam, and a rooftop pool with castle views, plus a fitness room, a business center and parking (surcharge).

Avinguda d'Elx, 3, 03008 Alacant, Alicante, Spain

Understated rooms & suites in a relaxed hotel featuring a restaurant & a breakfast buffet. Set on a city side street, this informal hotel is a 9-minute walk from MACA Contemporary Art Museum of Alicante, 12 minutes' walk from Postiguet Beach and 13 km from Alicante Airport. Relaxed, understated rooms feature Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars. Suites provide separate living rooms with pull-out sofas. There's a restaurant and a modern lounge. A breakfast buffet is available.

C/ Tomás López Torregrosa, 7-9, 03002 Alacant, Alicante, Spain

Simple rooms in a circa-1912 hotel offering free breakfast & a relaxed bar with a rooftop terrace. Set on a pedestrian street in the Old Town, this circa-1912 hotel is a 6-minute walk from Mercado tram station and a 10-minute walk from Postiguet Beach. It’s 2 km from the 9th-century Santa Bárbara Castle. Simple rooms have eclectic decor, flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi and private bathrooms. Some offer Juliet balconies. Upgraded quarters add sitting areas, whirlpool tubs, saunas, and/or spa-style or rainfall showers. Freebies include beach umbrella service, and a breakfast buffet served in a casual dining room. There’s also a low-key bar with a rooftop terrace. Amenities available for a fee include beach towels and parking.

C/ de Sant Agustí, 4, 03002 Alicante, Spain

Relaxed hotel offering bright, soundproof rooms with minifridges, plus a down-to-earth bar. Among shops and restaurants on a bustling street, this informal, modern hotel is a 10-minute walk from Alacant-Terminal train station and 3 km from Postiguet Beach. Bright, straightforward rooms are soundproof, and come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minifridges. Kids age 11 and under stay at no charge with parents. A breakfast buffet is available for a fee. There's also a casual bar.

Av. Alfonso El Sabio, 26, 03004 Alicante, Spain

C. Manuel Antón, 6, 03004 Alicante, Spain

Laid-back property offering a restaurant, an outdoor pool & a gym, plus sea views. Featuring a decorative facade, this informal hotel with views of the sea is a 2-minute walk from Marq-Castillo tram stop and 13 minutes' walk from the Platja del Postiguet. The airy rooms come with Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and furnished balconies. Upgraded rooms add whirlpool tubs and/or sea views. Amenities include a restaurant, an outdoor pool and a gym. Parking is offered. A breakfast buffet is available for a fee.

C. Canónigo Manuel L. Penalva, 2, 03002 Alicante, Spain

Simple rooms in a relaxed hotel offering an outdoor pool with a kids' section, plus dining & a gym. This casual hotel amid palm trees is a 10-minute walk from the closest beach, a 7-minute walk from a tram stop and 6 km from the city center. The straightforward rooms come with free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and air-conditioning, plus minibars; some have sitting areas with couches. There's a low-key cafe, as well as an outdoor pool with a kids' section, a sundeck and a seasonal pool bar. Other amenities include a gym, event space and a children's play area.

Av de Cataluña, 20, 03540 Alicante, Spain

Unpretentious hotel offering functional rooms & suites, plus a cafe/bar & a spa with a sauna. A 10-minute walk from the Alicante-Luceros tram stop, this simply decorated modern hotel lies 3.1 km from Santa Bárbara Castle and 10 km from Alicante Airport. Understated rooms and suites provide satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. Upgraded rooms add minibars, while the suites also have sitting areas. Room service is available. Amenities include a modest restaurant, a fitness room and a cafe/bar. There's also a spa with a sauna, a hammam and Turkish baths. Parking is available for a fee.

C/ Pintor Lorenzo Casanova, 33, 03003 Alicante, Spain

Upscale lodging offering warm rooms & suites, plus a casual restaurant, a gym & a sauna. Set opposite Alicante's Central Market, this upscale hotel in a glass-sided contemporary building is 0.8 km from the Alicante Museum of Contemporary Art and 2.3 km from the Port of Alicante. Warm, polished rooms and suites offer free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning and flat-screen TVs. Suites add living areas and dining tables. Room service is available. A breakfast buffet is free. There's an informal restaurant. Other amenities include a gym, a sauna and a hot tub, as well as 7 meeting rooms.

Av. Alfonso El Sabio, 11, 03002 Alicante, Spain

Laid-back hotel offering a sauna & a gym, as well as complimentary breakfast & Wi-Fi. This informal hotel is a 12-minute walk from the sandy Platja del Postiguet, 2 km from Santa Bárbara Castle and 4 km from the Archaeological Museum of Alicante. Low-key rooms with wood floors offer free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and en suite bathrooms, as well as minibars and safes. Some have terraces. Room service is available. Breakfast is complimentary. Other amenities include a sauna and a gym. Massage services are available.

Plaça de l'Ajuntament, 6, 03002 Alicante, Spain

Streamlined rooms & suites with complimentary Wi-Fi, plus a coffee bar & a TV lounge. On a busy street a minute's walk from Alicante Station, this relaxed hotel is 2 from the Port of Alicante and 3 km from the 9th-century Santa Bárbara Castle. Simple, streamlined rooms with tiled floors and floral paintings offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and soundproof windows, plus desks. Suites add living areas, as well as terraces featuring dining tables. Amenities include a coffee bar serving snacks and continental breakfast (surcharge), plus a TV lounge and a meeting room. Parking is offered for a fee.

Av. Salamanca, 16, 03005 Alacant, Alicante, Spain

Modern oceanfront property with simple rooms, plus free Wi-Fi, a casual restaurant & a lobby bar. Set on the Mediterranean, this modern seaside hotel is 2.1 km from San Gabriel train station, 5 km from El Puerto de Alicante (the port), and 8 km from the Castell de Santa Bàrbara fortification. The understated rooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, and hardwood floors. They also come with desks, and some rooms have sofas. Amenities include free parking. There's also a business center, a casual restaurant and a lobby bar; a breakfast buffet is available (surcharge) Pets are accepted for a fee.

C. Bélgica, 1, 03008 Alicante, Spain

Simple rooms & suites in a laid-back property offering a chic restaurant with sea & city views. Next to the Explanada de España promenade, this relaxed hotel is also a 9-minute walk from Postiguet Beach and 2 km from the Moorish Santa Bárbara Castle. Simple rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, safes and minibars; some have sea views. Upgraded rooms feature tea and coffeemakers, plus sitting areas or terraces, some with castle views. Suites provide living rooms. A breakfast buffet is available. There's also a chic restaurant with sea and city views, as well as a cocktail bar.

Rbla. de Méndez Núñez, 3, 03002 Alacant, Alicante, Spain

Unfussy rooms with complimentary Wi-Fi in a straightforward hotel in the city center. Set in the city center, this straightforward hotel lies a minute's walk from the circa-1600s Co-cathedral of St. Nicholas of Bari, a 2-minute walk from Port d'Alacant and a 5-minute stroll from Mercado tram station. Featuring hardwood floors, the unfussy rooms have free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars, along with desks. Some rooms have furnished verandas or balconies. Room service is available. Continental breakfast is served in a casual dining room for a fee.

Rbla. de Méndez Núñez, 9, 03002 Alicante, Spain

Informal lodging opposite the sea with a restaurant, a seasonal outdoor pool & tennis courts. Across the street from the Balearic Sea, this informal hotel is a 10-minute walk from La Isleta tram stop and 4 km from Santa Bárbara Castle. The simple, modern rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and desks. Upgraded rooms feature balconies with sea views. Family rooms have connecting bedrooms. Room service is available. Amenities include an airy restaurant and a snack bar, plus a seasonal outdoor pool, a fitness room and tennis courts. There's also a game room.

Carrer Sol Naixent, 6, 03016 Alicante, Spain

Tranquil hotel in a former country estate, plus an outdoor pool, event space & gardens. This warm, tranquil hotel in a former country estate is 3 km from San Juan Beach, and 7 km from both the Archaeological Museum of Alicante and the 9th-century Santa Bárbara Castle. The traditionally furnished rooms feature TVs with satellite channels, and Wi-Fi. Some also have wood-beamed ceilings. Suites add fireplaces and/or living areas. Amenities include a library, a lounge with a fireplace, and event space. There’s also an outdoor pool, plus terraces and gardens featuring palm trees.

Carrer l'Horta, 1, 03550 Sant Joan d'Alacant, Alicante, Spain

Streamlined rooms with shared bathrooms in an unfussy guesthouse offering complimentary Wi-Fi. This unfussy guesthouse along a bustling street is a 5-minute walk from Alicante-terminal train station, 2 km from Postiguet Beach and 3 km from the Santa Bárbara Castle. Streamlined rooms for up to 2 people come with complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffeemaking equipment, as well as shared bathrooms. Breakfast is available for a fee.

C. Pintor Cabrera, 15, 1º izquierda, 03003 Alicante, Spain

Basic rooms & dorms, some with balconies, in a simple hostel offering a shared kitchen & free Wi-Fi. Overlooking the Town Hall Square, this modest hostel set in a genteel stone building is close to the nightlife and museums of the old city. It's a 9-minute walk from a tram stop, and 2 km from the 9th-century Santa Bárbara Castle. Offering shared bathrooms, the simple colorful rooms and dorms have free Wi-Fi, bed linens and storage lockers. Some have balconies. Towels are available for an extra fee. Amenities include a terrace with city views, plus a shared kitchen that has 24-hour tea and coffeemaking facilities. Bike rentals are available.

Plaça de l'Ajuntament, 3, 03002 Alicante, Spain