Best Family Hotels in Alicante 2025
Updated 10 July 2026 · 60 real hotels
Alicante combines a walkable old town, sandy beaches, and a castle that kids love, making it a practical family destination. Apartment-style stays in the city centre or quieter neighbourhoods like L'Albufereta give families the space and kitchen access they need. The hotels listed here all carry strong guest ratings and sit within easy reach of Alicante's main family-friendly sights.
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Family Stays in Alicante: Space, Location, and Easy Beach Access
Alicante works well for families precisely because its main draws are compact and reachable on foot or by a short bus ride. The Postiguet beach sits right at the foot of the city centre, the cable car up to Castillo de Santa Bárbara is a reliable hit with children, and the Explanada de España promenade offers a flat, traffic-free stretch for an evening stroll with a pushchair. Choosing where to stay comes down to two practical questions: do you need a kitchen to keep mealtimes flexible, and do you prefer the buzz of the centre or a calmer residential base?
The hotels and apartment complexes below cover both preferences. Properties in the Centre-ville d'Alicante such as Libere Alicante Rambla, Palacio Salvetti Suites, and Apartamentos Bárbara 3 place families within walking distance of the beach and the main shopping street. MyFlats La Marina and Odyssey Rooms in the Barri Vell (Santa Creu) neighbourhood sit inside the historic quarter, close to the castle lifts. Ros Lil Suites in L'Albufereta offers a quieter seaside setting a few kilometres north of the centre, while Soho Boho Apartments near Placita del Bon Repós and DozZze Julieta provide self-catering flexibility suited to families managing their own schedule.
Our selection in Alicante
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| DozZze Julieta ★★★★ | Alicante | ★ 5 | 193 €/nuit |
| Libere Alicante Rambla ★★★ | Centre-ville d’Alicante | ★ 4.9 | 183 €/nuit |
| Palacio Salvetti Suites ★★★★ | Centre-ville d’Alicante | ★ 4.9 | 214 €/nuit |
| Apartamentos Bárbara 3 ★★★★ | Centre-ville d’Alicante | ★ 4.9 | 261 €/nuit |
| RS Boutique Apartments ★★★★ | Barri Vell - Santa Creu | ★ 4.9 | 204 €/nuit |
| Guillman Suites ★★ | Altozano-Conde Lumiares | ★ 4.9 | 185 €/nuit |
| Odyssey Rooms ★★★★ | Barri Vell - Santa Creu | ★ 4.8 | 176 €/nuit |
| Tomate Rooms ★★★ | Barri Vell - Santa Creu | ★ 4.8 | 170 €/nuit |
| Charm Beach Retreat ★★★ | L'Albufereta | ★ 4.8 | 153 €/nuit |
| Eurostars Pórtico Alicante ★★★★★ | Barri Vell - Santa Creu | ★ 4.7 | 230 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
Which Alicante neighbourhoods are most practical for families?+
The city centre (Centre-ville d'Alicante) is the most convenient base: Postiguet beach, the Explanada promenade, supermarkets, and public transport are all within a short walk. The Barri Vell (old town) is charming and close to Castillo de Santa Bárbara but involves steep, cobbled streets that can be tiring with young children or pushchairs. L'Albufereta, a quieter residential and beach neighbourhood a few kilometres north, suits families who prefer less traffic noise and a calmer atmosphere.
Are there apartment-style options that give families a kitchen and more space?+
Yes. Several properties on this list are apartment or suite formats designed with longer stays and self-catering in mind. MyFlats La Marina, Soho Boho Apartments, Libere Alicante Rambla, and Apartamentos Bárbara 3 all offer flat or suite layouts rather than standard hotel rooms, giving families separate living areas and kitchen or kitchenette facilities. This makes managing early breakfasts, baby food, or fussy eaters considerably easier.
What family-friendly attractions are close to these hotels?+
Castillo de Santa Bárbara is the standout attraction for children: a free lift (entrance on Postiguet beach) takes you up to a medieval fortress with wide open spaces and panoramic views. Postiguet beach itself is a Blue Flag urban beach within walking distance of the centre. The MARQ archaeology museum on Plaza Doctor Gómez Ulla has interactive sections that engage older children. The port area hosts boat trips to Tabarca island, a marine reserve with calm, clear water ideal for snorkelling with kids.
How do I choose between a city-centre hotel and a quieter option like L'Albufereta?+
Choose the city centre if your priority is minimising travel time to the beach, the castle, restaurants, and public transport links including the TRAM to other Costa Blanca towns. Ros Lil Suites in L'Albufereta suits families who value a calmer, more residential setting with its own local beach, and who are comfortable using a bus or taxi to reach the main sights. Both approaches work well; the decision mainly depends on whether you plan to spend most of your time exploring the city or relaxing by the water.