Beach, golf and nature on the doorstep

Golf, hiking the mountains, walks on the beach, snorkeling, historic areas. All within easy reach.

Altea offers good shopping all price ranges, hundreds of restaurants, strolling in the historic settings going back to Roman times, Walk along the waterfront between beach and shops. Festivals celebrating culture and history. Buy from the producers at local markets. Visit neighboring cities of Valencia, Alicante. Historic caves and numerous chapels and a large concert hall!
Guadalest - popular historic mountain site. Large, sandy beaches at nearby Calpe or Benidorm.
More details for the golfer at the end of the page!

Villa Gadea in on the beach but still close to the historic town of Altea. It is for Spain and unusually green area, with the high Bernia mountains feeding the landscape.  The almond trees bloom in the beginning of February, Spring comes early and summar is cooled by light sea breezes. You can visit the fish markets in the ports of Calpe and Altea. Next door in  Albir the cliffs dropp 300 m into the Mediterranean from the walk to the light house. Notice the terracing, which is everywhere - no one rally seems knows how old they are - from the times of the Mores or perhaps much older - from another age where people struggled for centuries to live on the steep hills.

There is an easy walk from Albir to the lighthouse at the end of this mountian range - or do the tough hike to the top.

Walk along the waterfront in Altea - enjoy the views, the tapas with Cervecas or local wine.
In the Altea harbor the  fishing boats come late afternoon and their colourful catches are quickly auctioned off to the local restaurants.
Five minutes walk to the little port at Porto Senso where there also is a popular restaurant at the end of the pier. Great snorkeling right after the pier where you also can rent paddle boats and water scooters.

Porto Senso - with, swimming, snorkeling, canoe  and paddleboard renting - and a small restaurant.

We hope you enjoy your visit to Altea. Relax - and come back

Here som special information for the golfer!

Altea – the beautiful, historic town shaded by the majestic Bernia mountains. Not only lots to see and do - it is also an ideal location for good and varied golf experiences! Within less than an hours drive there are about a dozen golf courses – from easy courses for new golfers to world class!

Living close to Altea Golf is of course a privilege. A varied and well kept golf course, with some good challenges and a great mix of beautiful fairways and vistas. Initially a nine hole course, you can now play 18 holes by going a second round from different tees. And with a great price for 18 holes, it is probably one of the best deals for a good golf course in the Alicante region. Adding to the pleasure is a first class restaurant with a vista over the course. To play here call: +34 965 848 046. Web page: www.alteagolfclub.com

The next closest club is in Benidorm about 15 minutes away. The Melia Villaitana Golf Club features two courses: The Levante course has been called “world class” by visiting pros. It has exceptional vistas, great challenges to try for “short cuts” to the greens, but the wide fairways are also appealing to the more average golfer. If you want a “quick and fun” warm up – try the Poniente Executive course. A par 3 and par 4 course you can play in three hours or less. A buggy is necessary and included in the green fee, as the course is extremely hilly! Both courses are Jack Nicklaus design and are of fairly recent date. For both these courses call +34 96 681 3013. Discount green fee checks can be had through the golf store in Altea, Golf Med, phone 965 84 38 64. But regardless – playing here is really something to treat yourself to! The services around the club, club-house and hotels especially, are also first class. Web: www.melia.com

For beginners or as a warm up there is also in Benidorm the Las Rejas Open Club. Located almost down town, between the Poniente beach and the N332 road, it can provide good practice and fun for all on a 9 hole courses. Go around twice for 18 holes – and for 15 € you can actually spend all day there! No advance booking – you normally get a tee time within 20 minutes. Driving range and teaching. A bit tricky to find – drive down towards the Poniente Beach from the A7 or n-332 and turn left on Avenida Cuba. Look for the blue sign Pierre et Vacances / Poniente Golf Club. Follow the signs strictly. Phone +34 96 688 97 75. Web: www.lasreajasopenclub.com

Going a bit further away, in Alicante itself there are several courses. The closest to Altea is the Bonalba Golf Resort at Mutxamel, Alicante less than half an hour from Altea. Is is a varied course, planted in the middle of acreages of tomato farming! Quick to get to on the Autopista A7. You will not get bored playing here. Phone +34 965 955 955. Web: www.golfbonalba.com

And about the same distance to Alicante Golf, along the beach road at Playa de San Juan, Alicante. The Alicante course is designed by Seve Ballesteros and by some considered one of the best-designed courses in Spain. Phone +34 965 152 04 63. Web: www.alicantegolf.com

Alenda Golf is a bit further away, at Monforte del Cid, on the way inland to Novelda from Alicante. A challenging Par 72 course – and featuring a lit up driving range for evening practice! Phone +34 965 62 05 21 Web: www.alendagolf.com

Going further South there are an additional ten courses in Elche, Torrevieja and Orihuela. And further on the world famous la Manga Golf Club with three championship courses. But then you are driving almost two hours from Altea. But why not – once in a lifetime! There are many special packages and combinations. Check the web page. Phone to the resort: 968 33 1234. Web: www.lamangaclub.com

Going north from Altea you first come to Golf Ifach, located at Benissa, just before Moraira. You drive through Calpe and along a winding road next to the sea, reminiscent of beautiful passages along the French Riviera! The course is a pay-and-play course, open also for newer players. A relaxed atmosphere and a beautiful view from the clubhouse will guarantee a nice day. Phone: +34 966 49 71 14. Web: www.golfifach.com

Along the same road, a bit further is the golf club at Javea, Club de Golf Javea. It is a nine hole course with a bit of ambition, so you have to have a handicap of 26 or lower to play. Phone: +34 965 792 584. Web: www.clubdegolfjavea.com

Driving further north toward Denia you find the la Sella Golf Resort. A beautiful location and very nice course. If you are looking for a pleasant and a bit luxurious setting, this is it. It is surrounded by the natural park Montgo, which can also offer some nice hiking. There is both the 18 hole course and a 9 hole course - and of course a nice resort. Phone: 34 965 792 584. Web: www.lasellagolf.com

Further north there is a famous course at Olivia, Olivia Nova Beach & Golf resort. It might be a bit further to drive, but the course is highly recommended. The beach at Olivia is wide and beautiful – you really feel you might as well be in Florida! Phone +34 962 857 666. Web: www.golf.olivianova.com

A bit further is la Galiano, stretching our one hour range a bit. A fun and very different mountain course. Quite a lot of water and interesting passages. Worth the trip if you want to try something rather different than your usual course! Phone +34 961 10 38 38. Web: www.lagalianagolf.com

The golf courses web pages can offer you special deals, on some in combination with allocation. The Golf Med store on the way south on the outskirts of Altea can also give you discounts to several courses, if you book in advance. Try their web page www.golfmed.es or e-mail greenfees@golfmed.es. Phone +34 96 584 58 54.

If you want to know more about the Costa Blanca area, golf and general aspects, the tourist office has a good web page at the address www.costablanca.org
From there you can start your exploration of a White Coast and all the great golf courses – with Altea right in the centre of the Costa Blanca golf world! Welcome to our sunny and warm world!