Playa de San Juan

Alicante

Alicante showing a sandy beach
Alicante featuring a sandy beach and swimming
Alicante showing a sandy beach and swimming as well as a large group of people
Alicante featuring swimming and a beach as well as a large group of people
San Juan Beach which includes general coastal views, a sandy beach and a coastal town

Spend the day sailing, windsurfing, golfing or swimming at one of the most popular beaches in the city.

Despite its proximity to the city center, this 4-mile (6-kilometer) stretch of the Costa Blanca is nearly perfect. It’s impeccably clean, has a relaxed atmosphere and is free from the tourist trappings found at other Spanish beaches. Instead, local bars and cafés line the beach and promenade, offering traditional Spanish cuisine, drinks and conversation. Playa de San Juan is Alicante’s most popular beach, but a short walk along the sand will reveal plenty of quiet spots to set up for the day. 

While the tall palms that run along the promenade provide some shade from the Mediterranean sun, visitors wanting to spend the day at the water’s edge are advised to rent an umbrella from one of the stalls along the beach. Lounges and deck chairs are also available. There is a concentration of restaurants, bars and stores at the city end of the beach, and vendors will be sure to come to you if you wait long enough. Cold drinks, sandwiches and even sunglasses can be purchased right from your seat in the sand.

The water at Playa de San Juan is crystal clear. Children will love playing in the shallow water the conditions make it an ideal destination for families with younger kids. Windsurfing is popular at Playa de San Juan, and equipment rental is available. Rent a ball and try your hand at beach volleyball or join in a game of beach soccer with the locals. Golfers will love the beach’s proximity to the Alicante Golf Course, located directly behind the beach.

A 20-minute tram ride will take you directly from the city center to the Playa de San Juan beach. Those arriving by car will find designated parking areas behind the promenade for a small fee. Like most beaches in the area, Playa de San Juan is open to the public and there is no fee.


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Top hotels in Playa de San Juan

Hotel Alicante Golf
Hotel Alicante Golf
4 out of 5
C. José Escultor Gutiérrez, 23, Playa de San Juan, Alicante, Alicante
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Alicante Harbour and Alicante Golf Course ...
8/10 Very Good! (465 reviews)
"Only 3/4 mile to beach. Great hotel pool. Pool bar and pool restaurant."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Hotel Alicante Golf
Hotel Port Alicante City & Beach
Hotel Port Alicante City & Beach
4 out of 5
Av de Cataluña, 20, Cabo de las Huertas, Alicante, Alicante
The price is P12,697 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
P12,697
P13,966 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (471 reviews)
"Stayed 4 nights, the last 2 nights the dinner time food was the BEST EVER out of all the Spain holidays we have been on, the quality and the seasoning of the food was exceptional, even the desserts was so good, i mean taste, fresh and made superbly. You can tell the Chefs have experience. The negatives, ..."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Hotel Port Alicante City & Beach
Hotel Castilla Alicante
Hotel Castilla Alicante
3.5 out of 5
Av. de los Paises Escandinavos, 7, Alicante, Alicante
The price is P9,262 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P9,262
P10,189 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Alicante Harbour and Alicante Golf ...
8/10 Very Good! (539 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, close to beach and amenities. Friendly helpful staff. Very clean and good continental breakfast"

Reviewed on May 22, 2025

Hotel Castilla Alicante
Hotel Almirante
Hotel Almirante
3 out of 5
Avenida Niza, 38, Playa de San Juan, Alicante, Alicante
The price is P11,895 per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
P11,895
P13,085 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Alicante Harbour and Alicante Golf ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (540 reviews)
"Many reviews said the Almerante could be a 4 star and having now stayed there I agree. It is modern, well maintained and very clean. Staff were all polite and helpful. Breakfast items were all good quality though the choice is not as wide as I have experienced elsewhere. Still it was more than adequate. ..."

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025

Hotel Almirante
Estudiotel Alicante
Estudiotel Alicante
2 out of 5
Calle Poeta Vila y Blanco, 4, Alicante, Alicante
The price is P6,525 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P6,525
P7,178 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (577 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Very new, in a perfect location (3-4 mins from Airport bus stop) and near lots of restaurants. Would use again when visiting Alicante"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Estudiotel Alicante
AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott
AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott
4 out of 5
Avenida Elche, 3, Alicante, Alicante
The price is P8,773 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
P8,773
P9,650 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"The staff's service and attention were great! They just need to watch out for a few small things in room 724: the bathrobe was torn, the slippers were both for the same foot and looked used, the bedspread had loose threads, the sink had some cracks, and the toilet paper holder was a bit loose."

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025

AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Cabo de las Huertas
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Playa de San Juan