Moraira on the Costa Blanca

All you need to know about Moraira (El Portet)

An old fishing town on Spain’s Costa Blanca that is fast becoming a cosmopolitan coastal resort, which boasts a large selection of upmarket and traditional bars and restaurants ranging from authentic Spanish restaurants and tapas bars to British pubs and international restaurants. This is an exclusive area allowing you to have a pleasant and tranquil family holiday in the sun.

Moraira Centre

You will find a combination of sandy and rocky beaches alternating with intriguing coves, and the climate is a sunny but temperate one. If you are looking for water sports, head for Portet Cove which was originally a safe haven for ships. It is within walking distance of the lookout tower near the Cap d’Or, from where there are spectacular views of the coastline. Don’t miss the eighteenth century castle, right by the shore.

Golf lovers will be pleased to know that Moraira has two golf courses. As well as spending time on the beach, you can enjoy a boat trip and admire the clear waters of the Mediterranean Sea. On your return, choose from a delightful array of restaurants along the shore. For the shoppers among you, there is a weekly market every Friday morning, and interesting choices of shops from trendy boutiques to Chinese bazaars for bargain hunters.

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Bars and Restaurants

Maps of local bars and restaurants in Moraira.

Airport

Alicante is the nearest airport.

Tourist Information

The local tourist office can be found at Calle Badajoz 21.

So much to see and do all within easy reach

Local activities include diving, cycling, fishing, 2 golf courses, horse riding, mountain biking, electric e-biking, go carting, sailing, swimming, tennis and walking.

The property is less than 30 mins away by car from Benidorm with an array of attractions including Mundormar and animal water park. Aqualandia a themed swimming park and Terra Mittica a huge fun park with some of the largest rides in Europe.

The picturesque village of Guadalest is really worth a visit, it is set in the mountains with a beautiful aqua blue reservoir stretching out below. Other nearby towns include Calpe (popular with climbers for the Calpe Rock) Benissa, Teulada Benitachell, Javea and Denia where you can take a ferry trip to Ibiza.