Mercado Travel Guide
Alicante
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Alicante Golf Course
The masterwork of Severiano Ballesteros, the great Spanish golf player and course designer, this golf course is designed for golf vacations, with an on-site hotel.
Explanada de Espana
Take a walk along Alicante’s waterfront on this beautiful mosaic walkway and experience life in the slow lane.
Things to do
From Albir & Benidorm, Alicante Discovery day trip
Guadalest and Algar Waterfalls Tour from Alicante or Benidorm
Alicante: Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting & Tapas
Alicante: Amazing Flamenco experience with tapas menu option
Excursion to Guadalest, Altea and entrance to the Fuentes del Algar
Alicante Charming Villages Tour: Villajoyosa and Altea
Top hotels in Mercado
Hotel Leuka
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Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hostal La Lonja
"There was no free breakfast but a part of the property is a coffee shop. A young man working there was as pleasant and helpful as he could be. I thank him and hope he makes it over to the US."
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
BYPILLOW Paseo
"The hotel is standard but rooms are quite small with a lot of damp smells. The bathrooms fan was soo noisy and the bathroom door would constantly get stuck when trying to open both ways. The jacuzzi was dirty and cold so could not use it unfortunately and only 2 sun loungers. Location is ok if you’re ..."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Urban Rooms Alicante
"Everything was good the room was cosy, clean except the A/C that was making noise you can't sleep with it ."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Estudiotel Alicante
"Wow what a villa! Everything was amazing I visited here in 2025 and already want to come back! Unfortunately there are sold out for the dates I want to come :( July 2026 The staff amazing The rooms amazing. Breakfast to order every morning. Driver ready to take you to the square everyday. Massages ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hotel Bonalba Alicante
"The building was a bit old"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Where to stay in Mercado
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 Alicante Harbour and Calle Castaños.
Playa de San Juan
Unique features of Playa de San Juan include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Alicante Golf Course or San Juan Beach while you're exploring the area.
Ensanche Diputación
If you're spending some time in Ensanche Diputación, Alicante Harbour and Alicante Cruise Ship Terminal are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Vista Hermosa
You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Vista Hermosa. You might want to make time for a stop at Gran Via Shopping Center or Plaza Mar 2 Shopping Centre.
