Spain · Valencia & Alicante Province
Best Beaches in Costa Blanca
Your guide to the finest beaches on Spain's White Coast — Alicante city beaches, the resort strips of Benidorm, and the hidden coves of the Xàbia headland.
Exploring Costa Blanca's Coastline
The Costa Blanca — the White Coast — stretches for over 200 kilometres along the provinces of Alicante and Valencia, from Dénia in the north to Pilar de la Horadada in the south. It is one of Spain's most visited coastlines, yet within it lies an enormous variety of beach experiences. Alicante city has a stunning urban beach directly below a Moorish castle. Benidorm, despite its skyscraper reputation, possesses two genuinely beautiful Blue Flag beaches arcing around its bay. The cape of La Nao near Xàbia shelters pristine snorkeling coves like Cala Granadella, rated among the clearest waters in the Mediterranean. The Costa Blanca's consistent summer sunshine — among the most of any European coastline — makes it a year-round destination for beach-lovers.
All Costa Blanca Beaches
Cala Granadella
A secluded pine-fringed cove near Xàbia with some of the clearest blue water on the entire Costa Blanca — exceptional snorkeling terrain in a protected bay.
Playa de San Juan
Alicante's finest resort beach — a 6km arc of fine gold sand with excellent facilities and the perfect combination of resort convenience and natural beauty.
Playa del Postiguet
Alicante's city beach beneath the Santa Bárbara Castle — a Blue Flag beach buzzing with city life and utterly convenient for the old town's bars and restaurants.
Playa de Levante
Benidorm's eastern beach — a beautiful 2km arc of fine sand with calm clear water that consistently earns Blue Flag status despite the resort backdrop.
Quick Comparison
| Beach | Location | Best For | Water | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cala Granadella | Xàbia (Jávea) | Quiet, Snorkeling | Crystal clear | Short walk or boat |
| Playa de San Juan | North of Alicante | Family | Clear | Tram from Alicante |
| Playa del Postiguet | Alicante city centre | Family | Clear | Walk from old town |
| Playa de Levante | Benidorm | Family | Clear | Direct access |