San Antón Travel Guide
Alicante
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 San Antón
Melia Alicante
Lovely hotel, staff are great, great location but rooms feel slightly dated and corporate, but overall great value and would stay again
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Estudiotel Alicante
Stayed for 3nts in a double room. Great location, perfect for exploring the city centre on foot, and only two minutes from Luceros tram stop and a bus stop if you want to explore further. Rooms were spacious and clean, with a decent sized bathroom and balcony. We had a double room, so no kitchenette ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Odyssey Rooms
The Superior Double room was very spacious and very clean. Staff were amazing and very helpful. There is parking but we did not use this as the hotel location is right on the main promenade and easy walking to the marina, beach and main town, with the Ramblas Road in east reach. Various squares with ...
Reviewed on 22 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
Room was spotless and staff very helpful from arrival
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Antón
Carolinas Bajas
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Carolinas Bajas and surrounding area, you can visit Alicante Bullring and Castle of Santa Barbara.
Barri Vell - Santa Creu
While visiting Barri Vell - Santa Creu, you might make a stop by sights like Alicante Town Hall and Basilica of Santa Maria.
Alicante City Centre
A noteworthy feature of Alicante City Centre is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Calle Castaños and Alicante Town Hall.
Mercado
While Mercado may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Central Market and Placa de los Luceros.
Pla del Bon Repòs
While Pla del Bon Repòs isn't home to many top sights, Castle of Santa Barbara and Alicante Bullring are some notable places to visit nearby.
Campoamor
While Campoamor may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Alicante Bullring and Central Market.
