Mercado Travel Guide

Alicante

A street intersection with palm trees, a fountain, and a building with arched windows and a red door.
A historic building with a central archway and a sign reading "MERADO CENTRAL".
A historic building with a grand entrance, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
An indoor market with various food stalls and an escalator.
A vibrant flower market with various colorful flowers and plants.

Stay near popular Mercado attractions

Central Market

8.6/10 (1,233 reviews)
Pick up the ingredients for a picnic, souvenirs to take home or just a quick snack at this authentic local fresh food market.
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Things to do

View from the Castle

From Albir & Benidorm, Alicante Discovery day trip

฿994
per adult
From Albir & Benidorm, Alicante Discovery day trip
Guadalest and Algar Waterfalls Tour from Alicante or Benidorm

From Alicante/Benidorm: Guadalest & Algar Waterfalls Tour

฿1,720
per adult
From Alicante/Benidorm: Guadalest & Algar Waterfalls Tour
Alicante: Amazing Flamenco experience with tapas menu option

Alicante: Amazing Flamenco experience with tapas menu option

฿573
per adult
Alicante: Amazing Flamenco experience with tapas menu option
Discover Alicante And The Costa Blanca A Guided Tour

Discover Alicante And The Costa Blanca: A Self-Guided Tour

฿267
per adult
Discover Alicante And The Costa Blanca: A Self-Guided Tour
Excursion to Guadalest, Altea and entrance to the Fuentes del Algar

Excursion to Guadalest, Altea and entrance to the Fuentes del Algar

฿1,796
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Excursion to Guadalest, Altea and entrance to the Fuentes del Algar
From Alicante: Day trip to Valencia and boat trip in the Albufera

From Alicante: Day trip to Valencia and boat trip in the Albufera

฿2,484
per adult
From Alicante: Day trip to Valencia and boat trip in the Albufera
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Top hotels in Mercado

Hotel Leuka

Hotel Leuka

3 out of 5
Calle Segura, 23 Alicante Alicante
The price is ฿3,301 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿3,301
฿3,631 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Hotel Leuka
BYPILLOW Paseo

BYPILLOW Paseo

3 out of 5
Calle Marqués de Molins, 63 Alicante Alicante Province
Fully refundable
The price is ฿4,753 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿4,753
฿5,228 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Alicante Harbour and Central ...
BYPILLOW Paseo
Urban Rooms Alicante

Urban Rooms Alicante

2.5 out of 5
Calle Manuel Anton,6 entresuelo Alicante Provincia
The price is ฿5,948 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿5,948
฿6,543 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this pension in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 20 beach bars and a beach shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Alicante Harbour and Central Market are ...
Urban Rooms Alicante
Melia Alicante

Melia Alicante

4 out of 5
Plaza del Puerto, 3 Alicante Alicante
The price is ฿11,362 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿11,362
฿12,498 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Melia Alicante
AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott

AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott

4 out of 5
Avenida Elche, 3 Alicante Alicante
The price is ฿6,880 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
฿6,880
฿7,567 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"A great location that was a short walk from the train station. The swimming pool is small, but well maintained. The rooms were nice."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott
Estudiotel Alicante

Estudiotel Alicante

2 out of 5
Calle Poeta Vila y Blanco, 4 Alicante Alicante
The price is ฿5,066 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿5,066
฿5,572 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Estudiotel Alicante
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Where to stay in Mercado

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A historic square with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by traditional buildings and a mountainous backdrop.

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 Alicante Town Hall.

A beach with people sunbathing, a lifeguard on a wooden chair, and a clear blue sky.

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.

A coastal city with a prominent hill, clear blue water, and modern buildings.
Photo by Ramon DE LA FUENTE
Open Photo by Ramon DE LA FUENTE

Ensanche Diputación

If you're spending some time in Ensanche Diputación, Alicante Harbour and Alicante Cruise Ship Terminal are top sights worth seeing.

A narrow street with colorful buildings, potted plants, and a staircase leading up a hill.

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.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent hill, a beach, and a clear view of the sea.
Photo by Andreas Søgaard
Open Photo by Andreas Søgaard

San Antón

While visiting San Antón, you might make a stop by sights like Castle of Santa Barbara and Alicante Bullring.

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