El Palmeral Travel Guide
Alicante
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Popular places to visit
Alicante Harbour
Once a center of industry, Alicante’s harbor precinct is now home to some of the city’s best bars and restaurants, with views along the picturesque Postiguet Beach.
Postiguet Beach
Alicante’s city beach offers a clean, child-friendly day out, surrounded by some of the best restaurants in town.
Explanada de Espana
Take a walk along Alicante’s waterfront on this beautiful mosaic walkway and experience life in the slow lane.
San Juan Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at San Juan Beach during your trip to Playa de San Juan? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Castle of Santa Barbara
Looming over the city center, this hilltop castle is the main attraction in Alicante and one of the largest castles in Europe.
Central Market
Pick up the ingredients for a picnic, souvenirs to take home or just a quick snack at this authentic local fresh food market.
Top hotels in El Palmeral
Melia Alicante
There was no air conditioning allowed in our room and most of the hotel and there was maintenance work going on around the hotel we were not informed about prior to our stay.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Estudiotel Alicante
Very clean and well presented room, housekeeping staff were helpful, didn’t interact with anyone else. Didn’t try any of the food. Hotel was very nice, shame about the boards of young teens there, they made a hell of a racket throughout the late evening. The hotel was in an amazing location, central ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Odyssey Rooms
Excellent location and easy to reach attractions, sea and restaurants. Lovely and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott
The hotel’s location is fair. If you want to go to the beach, it takes about a 15–20 minute walk. The breakfast is good, with a nice selection of food. The room and bed are comfortable, making the stay pleasant overall.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Hotel Bonalba Alicante
Lovely hotel but isolated from amenities and a long hill climb for those with limited walking abilities. There was no mini golf as advertised so no entertainment when pool was closed. They did have their cars for transport to explore other areas but at cost. Staff were helpful and hotel very ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hampton By Hilton Alicante Airport
A fabulous hotel with immaculate decor. My room was very clean, with everything I needed, including a mini fridge. It's only a short taxi ride to/from the airport but a shuttle service would be even more convenient.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Palmeral
Gran Via Sur
Gran Via Sur might not have many top sights, but Playa de San Gabriel and Alicante Courts are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Babel
When in Babel, you can plan a visit to El Corte Ingles Shopping Center and Alicante Courts, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Benalúa
Though Benalúa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like El Corte Ingles Shopping Center and Placa de los Luceros.
Ensanche Diputación
If you're spending some time in Ensanche Diputación, Alicante Cruise Ship Terminal and El Corte Ingles Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
Sant Blai
While visiting Sant Blai, you might make a stop by sights like San Fernando Castle and Alicante Sports Technification Center.
San Blas-Santo Domingo
While visiting San Blas-Santo Domingo, you might make a stop by sights like Pabellón Pitiu Rochel and Jose Rico Perez Stadium.
