A large tourist zone with popular beaches, Golf Villamartín, and a strong British and northern European community
Orihuela Costa is a broad coastal tourist area south of Torrevieja with beaches, golf courses and an established international community. La Zenia Boulevard is one of the most visited shopping centres on the Costa Blanca, and the Villamartín golf course is a popular gathering point for the expat golfing community.
Why Orihuela Costa?
Orihuela Costa — A large tourist zone with popular beaches, Golf Villamartín, and a strong British and northern European community
Orihuela Costa is a broad coastal tourist area south of Torrevieja with beaches, golf courses and an established international community. La Zenia Boulevard is one of the most visited shopping centres on the Costa Blanca, and the Villamartín golf course is a popular gathering point for the expat golfing community.
Orihuela Costa on the Costa Blanca attracts international buyers and visitors for: golf villamartín and la zenia boulevard, affordable prices and a large selection and a strong british and northern european community. Below you will find a complete guide to Orihuela Costa — from culture and transport to prices and practical advice for buyers and renters.
Culture, life and experiences in Orihuela Costa
Orihuela Costa is a broader coastal tourist area (covering Cabo Roig, Villamartín and La Zenia) rather than a traditional town with its own historic core, and so doesn't have the same local festival tradition as the older towns on the coast — the cultural focus is instead on the established international, particularly British, community and its own traditions and events.
Nightlife is expat-oriented with a pub scene and international restaurants, particularly around La Zenia Boulevard, one of the Costa Blanca's most visited shopping centres. It is a family-friendly, relaxed atmosphere rather than intense partying.
Transport and infrastructure in Orihuela Costa
Alicante airport is around 45 minutes' drive from Orihuela Costa — one of the area's practical advantages. There is no train connection, but good regional bus connections.
Taxis are easy to find thanks to the large international community and tourist flow. Many residents, however, choose to keep their own car, as the area is fairly spread out.
Tourism, beaches and leisure in Orihuela Costa
Orihuela Costa has good sandy beaches, and the Villamartín golf course is a popular gathering point for the local golf community. Golf is a significant part of the area's identity, though not to the same degree as Sotogrande or Marbella.
The area is generally quiet outside the central shopping and restaurant zones. The climate is dry and sunny, typical of the southern Costa Blanca, with relatively little rain year-round.
Everyday costs and property advice in Orihuela Costa
Eating out is affordable, with a wide range of international and British restaurants around La Zenia Boulevard. Property prices and rent are among the more affordable on the Costa Blanca, making the area popular with retirees and families.
Before you buy: the area has seen marked price increases since Brexit, as many British buyers rushed to secure property before new rules took effect — research current price trends carefully. The Valencia region's tourist licence is required for short-term letting.