Valencia Province, Spain

Playa de Altea

Playa de Altea is a beach located in a beautiful and chic town. The beach is known for its rocky terrain, which some visitors may find difficult to walk on. Despite this, the beach offers a calm and quiet atmosphere, making it a great place for relaxation.

The town of Altea is a rather chic Costa Blanca town that still maintains its fishing port and local market. It also boasts a spectacular 'top of the town' with old streets and a magnificent church. From the town, visitors can enjoy views of the great bay, including views over Calle and Benidorm.

The beach and the town offer many places to enjoy a meal, with a variety of options for lunch and dinner. However, the beach does not have a sandy surface, and the water can be quite deep, which may not be suitable for all visitors.

Explore accommodation options near Playa de Altea and enjoy the chic charm of this picturesque town with its magnificent views and serene atmosphere.

Despite these considerations, many visitors find Playa de Altea to be a little paradise in between.

What to do at Playa de Altea?

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Playa de Altea include Hereford Meat on Fire | Altea, Restaurante Buena Vista, Restaurante San Miguel, Restaurante Bella Ciao, Dixit and Restaurante Fresco.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beauty and tranquility of the beach town, with its chic atmosphere, local market, and spectacular views being particularly appreciated. The old streets and magnificent church are also frequently mentioned as highlights. However, visitors often complain about the beach being too rocky and the water being very deep, making it difficult to walk.

Where to Stay near Playa de Altea?

If you're visiting Playa de Altea, consider staying in the charming town of Altea itself, where you can enjoy the quaint old streets and magnificent church. For those looking to explore further, nearby towns like Calpe and Benidorm offer additional accommodation options and are just a short drive away.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Playa de Altea?

Latitude: 38.6 / Longitude: -0.05

Playa de Altea is located in Valencia Province. The following map of Playa de Altea shows the exact location.

Playa de Altea: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, January 24, 2026
Today at Playa de Altea is not ideal for the beach. Expect a rather cool day with a high of 13.9 °C. There's a chance of rain, and the wind will be strong, especially with possible very strong gusts. The sea temperature is 14.4 °C, and the waves are moderate. The UV index will reach 3. Be cautious due to the strong winds.
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Air

Low / High9.4°C/13.9°C
Feels Like (High)10°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature14.4 °C
Wave Height1.7 m
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Rain

Rain Chance60%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset08:12/18:12
Sunshine Hours9.1 hrs
UV Index3.2
Cloud Cover48%
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Wind

Speed33.9 km/h
Gusts89.3 km/h
DirectionW

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