Hotels in Alicante

Hotel Smile & Co Hostal Boutique is a small boutique hostal in Alicante, a short walk from the Explanada de España promenade. Rooms have air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a private shower room, and some open onto a balcony or patio. A continental breakfast, a bar and private parking make arrival with luggage and children easier. It scores 9.7 from 1,496 reviews, and I would pick it for a calm, central base rather than for on-site activities.

Hotel Boutique Porta Ferrisa is a central Alicante address with a garden and a terrace, and I would recommend it to families who like a quieter, more personal hotel. Rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms, free Wi-Fi and a work desk. The restaurant serves Italian and Spanish dishes, and breakfast covers continental, buffet, vegetarian and gluten-free choices, which helps when children or relatives eat differently.

Al Mar pensión is a simple city-centre stay in Alicante, and I would recommend it to families who want a base within walking distance of the sights. Family rooms have air-conditioning, private bathrooms, a refrigerator, a TV and free toiletries, with free Wi-Fi in public areas. The Provincial Archaeology Museum is four minutes on foot and Postiguet Beach fifteen. Room service and a tour desk are available.

I recommend Sagra Hotel for families who want space and a quiet street in Alicante. Guests rate it 9.4 across 45 reviews, and it has family rooms with kitchenettes, air-conditioning, private bathrooms, free Wi-Fi and soundproofing. A lift, daily housekeeping and a 24-hour reception help with children. Postiguet Beach is a short walk away, so I would plan on beach mornings and early nights.

Sandra Rooms in Alicante is a small guesthouse-style address where each room has its own private entrance, which gives families a sense of independence. Rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and a tea and coffee maker, and breakfast is served in the room, handy with young children. The garden and sun terrace offer space outdoors between outings. I would suggest it for small families who want a quiet base and plan to spend their days exploring Alicante.

Jerusalén Suites Alicante offers suites in central Alicante, 400 metres from the Explanada de España and less than a kilometre from Postiguet Beach, so families can reach the sea on foot. Each suite has a kitchenette with a microwave and minibar, air conditioning, a private bathroom, free Wi-Fi and streaming services, and family rooms are available. Many rooms look over the city. Rated 9.1 from 1,034 reviews, I would book it for families who like to prepare simple meals themselves.

I would choose Hotel Almirante for a family beach stay on San Juan Beach. It is described as the only hotel with direct access to the beach, and it has a large outdoor pool and modern, air-conditioned rooms. The on-site restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine, parking is free, and a tram stop nearby links you to Alicante city centre. It is a coastal base, so the old town is a tram ride away.

I would choose Eurostars Pórtico Alicante for a city break with a five-star feel, close to Postiguet Beach. The hotel has a prime city centre location, with a fitness centre, a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. Rooms are air-conditioned, with private bathrooms, minibars and city views. Its 9.0 rating reflects strong guest scores. It suits couples and adult travellers more than families who want pools.

I would choose B&B HOTEL Alicante Centro for a family or couple who wants a central, easy base. Family rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and free WiFi, and a terrace and a lift add comfort. A buffet breakfast with fresh fruit is served, and the 24-hour front desk helps with late arrivals. The hotel is a base for Alicante's city centre and nearby attractions, so do not expect a pool or spa.

I would choose Hotel BH San Francisco for a short city break in Alicante where you want to leave the car behind. It sits in the city centre, 500 metres from Postiguet Beach, so the sand and the old streets are both on foot. Rooms are air-conditioned with a minibar, flat-screen TV and private bathroom, and WiFi is free. The 24-hour front desk and the tour desk help with late arrivals and day plans.

I would consider Hotel Paseito for a short city stay in Alicante where location and a quiet night matter most. The soundproofed rooms have air-conditioning, a minibar, a TV and a private bathroom, WiFi is free, and the centre is a short walk from Postiguet Beach and the Alicante Museum of Contemporary Art. Private check-in, a tour desk and luggage storage are available. Guests rate it 8.9, a good score for a one-star hotel.

I would choose Hospes Amérigo for a family stay in Alicante where the beach and the old town are both on foot. The hotel sits in a 19th-century Dominican convent, a few steps from Postiguet beach, and the rooftop spa has a pool, sauna and gym that guests can use at no extra charge. Rooms have free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. The design-hotel mood is calm and grown-up, so it suits children who are happy with a quiet evening.

Hampton By Hilton Alicante Airport is a three-star hotel near Alicante airport with family rooms, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. Its outdoor pool is open all year, a welcome break for children before or after a flight, and there is a sun terrace and a fitness centre. The buffet breakfast has vegetarian and gluten-free choices, and there is a restaurant on site. El Altet Beach is just under 2 km away. Rated 8.9 from 1,329 reviews, I would book it around a flight.

I would choose Thor Hostal Boutique for families and couples who want a comfortable family room in Alicante with a few small extras. Rooms have private bathrooms, air-conditioning, free WiFi, a work desk, a TV and a minibar, and some have a sofa bed and seating area. There is a terrace with an inner courtyard view, private check-in and a tour desk. Guests rate it 8.9. I would ask for a family room when booking.

Charm Beach Retreat offers family rooms in Alicante, each with a private bathroom, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a work desk, a TV and soundproofing, which helps children sleep. The restaurant is family-friendly and serves Argentinian cuisine, and a terrace, a lounge and a shared kitchen are available. Daily housekeeping and a concierge are included, and Albufereta Beach is close. Rated 8.9 from 587 reviews, I would book it for the family rooms and the beach location.

I would pick Pensión Plaza América for a family that wants a simple, central base in Alicante and cares more about a good night than extras. The family rooms come with a private bathroom, air-conditioning and free WiFi, daily housekeeping keeps things tidy, and the 24-hour front desk helps with late arrivals. There is an outdoor seating area, but no restaurant or pool, so plan to eat out and spend your days in the city.

Aloha Beach Apartament is a convenient base in Alicante, and I would recommend it to families who want family rooms with their own bathroom. Rooms are air-conditioned with city views, there is free Wi-Fi and a dining area, and a paid shuttle service is available. Postiguet Beach is a short walk away and the Provincial Archaeology Museum is nearby, so a first visit to the city can be done largely on foot.

I would choose Hotel Boutique Alicante Palacete S.XVII for adults who want a historic stay in Alicante. It occupies a 17th-century palace and welcomes adults only, so there is no place for children. A terrace adds an outdoor spot. Rooms have flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries, and WiFi is free. The Museum of Contemporary Art and the Co-cathedral of San Nicolas de Bari are close.

I would book Port Alicante City & Beach for a family trip that mixes beach days with a few city visits. San Juan beach is 800 metres away, and the hotel has outdoor pools, a garden with a playground and a children's pool, so younger guests are easily occupied. The buffet restaurant covers meals, and the gym and sauna suit adults. The centre of Alicante is about a ten-minute drive, so plan transport for evenings out.

B&B HOTEL Alicante Aeropuerto offers family rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom, which keeps a stay with children simple and predictable. The daily buffet breakfast takes care of the morning, room service helps on a tired evening, and the 24-hour front desk is reassuring for late arrivals. Rated 8.8 by more than 1,400 guests, it is the kind of no-fuss base I would book for a short family trip.

I would choose El Patio Hostal for a family or small group that wants a simple stay near Postiguet Beach. It is less than 1 km from the sand, and the Provincial Archaeology Museum and San Nicolas Co-Cathedral are in the same area. Family rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and free WiFi, some with sea or mountain views. The terrace, patio and outdoor dining area are pleasant. It is a hostal, not a full hotel.

Casa Alberola Alicante is an adults-only hotel, so it is not an option for a stay with children, and I would point families to another address in the city. For couples or friends, it is a four-star Curio Collection by Hilton hotel with a restaurant, a bar and a terrace. Rooms are air-conditioned with a flat-screen TV, a fridge and a coffee machine, and there is room service and a 24-hour front desk. It scores 8.7 from 1,017 reviews.

I should be clear that Abacoa Life is adults-only, so I would not book it for a stay with children. It suits couples and friends instead: guests rate it 8.7 across 101 reviews, and the air-conditioned rooms have private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi. Postiguet Beach is a 16-minute walk and Alicante Train Station is about 500 metres away, which makes arriving by rail easy. A car park and a tour desk are also on site.

I would choose Dormirdcine Alicante for a short city break steps from Postiguet Beach and the marina. The modern hotel has air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV and private bathrooms, a varied buffet breakfast, express check-in and check-out and a 24-hour reception. Massage treatments are available for tired legs after a day on foot. It is a central four-star base, so expect no pool and a short stroll to everything.

I would consider NUEVO Bogotá Suites for families and groups who want an air-conditioned apartment with a kitchenette in Alicante. Each unit has private bathroom, a tea and coffee maker, a refrigerator, a microwave and a TV, and WiFi is free. Private and express check-in, room service and a tour desk are available. The listing says it is 13 km from Alicante, so I would check the location against the title before booking.

I would choose Hotel La Milagrosa for a short stay in Alicante's old town on a modest budget. It is a short walk from Alicante Beach. Rooms are practical, with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms, and WiFi is free. The 24-hour reception and tour desk help with late arrivals and plans, and the on-site bar serves drinks and snacks. It is a two-star hotel, so expect simple comforts.

I recommend Boutique Centro Hostal to families who want a central base in Alicante. Guests rate it 8.6 across 62 reviews, and it offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms open to a terrace, balcony or patio with city views, which gives children somewhere to be outside. Postiguet Beach, the train station and the Explanada de España are all close, so I would plan on exploring on foot.

I would choose Hotel Marina Elche for families and couples who want a two-star base on the Costa Blanca with a few comforts. The air-conditioned rooms have private bathrooms and city views, there is a terrace and free WiFi, and family rooms are available. The 24-hour front desk and concierge help with late arrivals and local tips. Guests rate it 8.6. I would call it a sensible, simple base rather than a beach resort.

NH Alicante is a four-star hotel with a spa, a sauna, a fitness centre and a seasonal outdoor pool with a sun terrace, so families have somewhere to relax. Rooms have air conditioning, a minibar and free Wi-Fi, and the restaurant serves Mediterranean and Spanish dishes with vegetarian options. It is near the train station, which makes arrival easy. Rated 8.6 from 1,868 reviews, I would book it for the facilities and the central position.

I recommend Gran Via Urban Suites Alicante by Renthas for families who want a full kitchen in the city. Guests rate it 8.4 across 39 reviews, and the family rooms have air-conditioning, private bathrooms, city views, a dining area and a sofa bed. A refrigerator, microwave and dishwasher make self-catering easy, and a lift and tour desk help. I would plan on cooking some meals to make the most of it.