We have collected tips and reviews of tourists about their holidays in Alicante. The pros and cons of 2021 holidays What tourists write about the weather, hotels, sea, beaches and excursions on the Costa Blanca.
Alicante weather reviews
The resort town is located in the southeast of the country, where a mild and warm Mediterranean climate prevails. The high season runs from April to early November. They begin to swim in May, when the air warms up to +20 ... + 25 ° С, and sea water up to +17 ... + 19 ° С.
Nessi_Nessi: "In May the weather was sunny, up to + 25 ° С, much colder in the evenings - up to +13 ... + 14 ° С. The sea is also not for everybody's taste, but in the afternoon there are quite a lot of vacationers sunbathing on the beach."
Summer in Spain is hot and dry. During the daytime, the thermometer rises above +30 ... + 32 ° С. The water in the Mediterranean Sea is very comfortable +23 ... + 26 ° С. In July and August, during the holidays, there are many tourists in Alicante. Despite the heat, not only foreigners but also the Spaniards flock to the beaches of the Costa Blanca.
Lydia Makarenko: "For complete satisfaction, it is better to go at the end of June, and not in the middle, as I did. At the end of the month, the weather pleases with stability, and the probability of precipitation and gusty winds is reduced to zero."
The pleasant velvet season begins in September and ends in early November. All this time the sea water remains warm for swimming +20 ... + 23 ° С. It is rainy in Alicante in late autumn and early spring.
Reviews of tourists about hotels in Alicante
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The seaside town is classified as a budget Spanish resort. For holidays in Alicante there are luxury 4-5 * hotels and inexpensive apartments. According to tourists, the best hotels are located near the seaport and the main beach of Postiguet. None of the hotels have their own beaches - all recreation areas are municipal.
Karina: "Melia Alicante 4 * - an excellent hotel, good breakfasts, comfortable modern rooms, the sea is close. A wonderful museum of modern art in 10 minutes walk."
Vasilii: "Sercotel Spa Porta Maris 4 * is a good hotel. Good location, comfortable beds and friendly staff."
Some tourists do not speak flatteringly about Alicante hotels.
Elena: "There was no hot water in the Leuka 3 * hotel room. But we were promptly given the keys to another room so that we could wash. The audibility is colossal."
Reviews about beaches and sea in Alicante
Alicante is located on the picturesque Costa Blanca, famous for its clear sea and excellent sandy beaches. Many of them have been awarded the Blue Flag.
All the beaches of Alicante are wide and well maintained. The best are Postiguet, Albufereta, San Juan, Almadraba, Los Saladares and Cabo de Huertas. The entry into the sea is shallow. Lifeguards work on the shore, there are playgrounds, toilets, changing rooms, sun loungers and umbrellas.
On the beaches, vacationers are offered sangria and sliced fruits. Along the embankment, there are cafes and shops with souvenirs, sweets and beach towels. According to tourists, snorkeling, diving, surfing and sea fishing are popular during their holidays in Alicante.
Elena_Peterburg: "Postiguet beach is big. There are a lot of people, but there is enough space for everyone. There are sun loungers, chairs, you can use your own towel."
Reviews of tourists about attractions in Alicante
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In reviews about Alicante for 2019 and 2020, tourists write with admiration about the old castle of Santa Barbara, which is located on Mount Benacantil. The medieval fortress walls offer breathtaking views of the city and the coast. The Fortress of Santa Barbara can be reached on foot or by a paid elevator.
With children, walk along the picturesque narrow streets, seaside boulevard, go to the archaeological museum, go to the aquarium and amusement park, which are 20 km away - in the town of Santa Pola. Tourists left good reviews on sightseeing tours in Alicante, cycling in picturesque suburbs and trips to Guadalest, Murcia, Novelda and Valencia.
Elena: "Thank you for the excursion 'Alicante for friends'. Everyone liked it. This is not an academic excursion with a bunch of data and dates, but a walk with a friend. One view from a cafe where they drank coffee is worth a lot." More about the excursion →
Pros and cons of staying in Alicante
The seaside town is called the friendliest in Spain. According to the reviews of tourists who visited Alicante in 2019 and 2020, the rest here met the best expectations. The popular resort pleases with good infrastructure, luxurious embankments and architectural monuments. It is great for beach activities and sightseeing tourism.
pros holidays in Alicante in 2021, according to tourists:
- There are direct flights from Russia.
- Short flight
- Convenient airport transfer. The road to the resort takes only 20 minutes.
- Clean and well maintained city.
- Warm Mediterranean Sea.
- Nice sandy beaches.
- Great opportunities for active tourism.
- Lots of fun for kids.
- Friendly locals.
- Interesting architectural monuments and museums.
- Delicious Spanish cuisine.
- Affordable prices.
Ekaterina Sadlivskaya: "You can have a snack in a cafe for 5-6 euros, and for 10-12 euros you can already have a full lunch. I found a bunch of fruits at reasonable prices on the market."
Minuses:
- It's very hot in summer.
- Few parking spaces.
- During the daytime in the city of siesta - most shops are closed.
- During the swimming season, the beaches are crowded and noisy.
Svetlanka Sh: "Along the coast there is a very busy road due to the large number of residents. The beaches of Alicante reminded me of the beaches of our Moscow region on a day off. It will not be possible to take a break from city life."
The nuances of rest in Alicante and tourist advice
Buildings in the city are dense. If you are renting a car, please be aware that not all hotels have their own parking. Find out in advance about the places where you can leave the car.
darkolosova24: "There is a large multi-storey paid parking lot in the city center, with which some hotels sign an agreement, allowing you to leave your car there."
Want to see all the sights of Alicante in one day? In the reviews, tourists are advised to use the Turibus Alikante tourist buses. They run at intervals of 1 hour and make 10 stops at the most interesting places. Passengers receive an audio guide with headphones in six languages - unfortunately, no Russian. An adult ticket costs € 10 per day and € 5 for children.
To save on restaurants and cafes, rent an apartment with a kitchen and cook yourself. It is convenient to buy groceries in the market and in the Mercadona supermarket, which is located in the city center. There is a large selection of fresh fruits, vegetables and seafood.
