Barri Vell - Santa Creu Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Alicante Town Hall
Still the home of the Alicante civic life, this landmark structure is a superb example of 18th-century baroque architecture.
Basilica of Santa Maria
For more than 500 years this church has been at the heart of Alicante’s Roman Catholic community. Today it’s worth a visit just for its inspiring architecture.
San Nicolas Cathedral
Architecture enthusiasts will love this remarkable structure, famed for its light-filled baroque interior and blue-domed roof.
Alicante Museum of Contemporary Art
See art treasures by Picasso, Dalí and Miró, as well as works by big international names of the 20th century, within the walls of one of the city’s oldest buildings.
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.
Top hotels in Barri Vell - Santa Creu
Odyssey Rooms
Firstly, the two key things: - shower: fantastic - bed: firm, comfy Nice big room, very clean. Only small criticism is the hairdryer was a bit feeble. Lovely staff who helpfully let us check out a little late so my wife could join an important online meeting from our room. 👏👍
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hotel Les Monges Palace Boutique
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Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Dormirdcine Alicante
Room was small. It's room for 3 star hotel, not for 4 star. Nearby are excellent 4 star hotels with spatious rooms. This room is basic , but the price wasn't basic. All in all, this is 3 star hotel ( at least it look like 3 star hotel), not 4 star hotel.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hotel Serawa Alicante
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Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Hotel La Milagrosa
Found a hair in my bed but I was only there for 1 nights and it was 2.30am I arrived so didn’t complain. The rest of the room was spotless.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hospes Amérigo, Alicante, a Member of Design Hotels
This was our fifth visit to Hospes Amérigo. We booked room only but ate breakfast in the hotel on three of our five days on this occasion. The breakfast is a typical continental with availability of eggs, omelettes, etc., from the kitchen. Great variety of cold meats, cheeses, fruit and pastries. ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barri Vell - Santa Creu
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.
San Antón
While visiting San Antón, you might make a stop by sights like Castle of Santa Barbara and Alicante Bullring.
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.
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.
Sant Blai
While visiting Sant Blai, you might make a stop by sights like San Fernando Castle and Alicante Sports Technification Center.
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.
