San Antón Travel Guide

Alicante

Castle of Santa Barbara which includes a castle, heritage elements and views
Castle of Santa Barbara which includes heritage elements, château or palace and general coastal views
Castle of Santa Barbara showing landscape views, a city and château or palace
Castle of Santa Barbara showing skyline, mountains and a sunset
Castle of Santa Barbara featuring heritage architecture, a city and landscape views

Popular places to visit

Castle of Santa Barbara

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.

Castle of Santa Barbara
Alicante Harbour featuring a bay or harbour

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.

Alicante Harbour
Postiguet Beach which includes tropical scenes, swimming and a beach

Postiguet Beach

Alicante’s city beach offers a clean, child-friendly day out, surrounded by some of the best restaurants in town.

Postiguet Beach
Alicante Golf Course

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.

Alicante Golf Course
Central Market featuring markets and a city

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.

Central Market
Explanada de Espana which includes street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people

Explanada de Espana

Take a walk along Alicante’s waterfront on this beautiful mosaic walkway and experience life in the slow lane.

Explanada de Espana

Things to do

View from the Castle

Alicante Discovery Tour from Benidorm

฿972
per adult
Alicante Discovery Tour from Benidorm
From Denia: Boat Trip to Tallada Cave with Optional Swim

From Denia: Boat Trip to Tallada Cave with Optional Swim

฿673
per adult
From Denia: Boat Trip to Tallada Cave with Optional Swim
Alicante: Highlights Bike Tour

Alicante: Highlights Bike Tour

฿1,047
per adult
Alicante: Highlights Bike Tour
Altea

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

฿1,683
per adult
Excursion to Guadalest, Altea and entrance to the Fuentes del Algar
Guadalest and Algar Waterfalls Tour from Alicante or Benidorm

Guadalest and Algar Waterfalls Tour from Alicante or Benidorm

฿1,832
per adult
Guadalest and Algar Waterfalls Tour from Alicante or Benidorm
Alicante : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Alicante : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide

฿3,366
per adult
Alicante : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide
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Top hotels in San Antón

Hotel Utopía Alicante - Adults Only

Hotel Utopía Alicante - Adults Only

3 out of 5
Calle Trafalgar 33, Esquina con calle empecinado, 17, Alicante
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Alicante Harbour and Postiguet Beach ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (28 reviews)
"Nice room"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

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Hotel Utopía Alicante - Adults Only
AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott

AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott

4 out of 5
Avenida Elche, 3, Alicante, Alicante
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,743 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿4,743
฿5,217 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
A lovely stay!
"We had a really lovely stay at this hotel. The service was excellent – friendly and helpful throughout. Everything was spotlessly clean, and the breakfast was absolutely delicious with a great selection. The pool is on the smaller side but very nice and well-maintained. The only slight downside is ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott
Odyssey Rooms

Odyssey Rooms

4 out of 5
Carrer Gravina, Alicante, Alicante
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (898 reviews)
"This hotel was just lovely,the staff were helpful and the breakfast was varied and tasty. Look forward to returning again."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

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Melia Alicante

Melia Alicante

4 out of 5
Plaza del Puerto, 3, Alicante, Alicante
The price is ฿7,912 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿7,912
฿8,703 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,076 reviews)
Excellent 2 night stay.
"A comfortable room with a sea view( would recommend) and a great selection at breakfast- omelette chef was brilliant. Easy to walk into Alicante."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Melia Alicante
El Plantio Golf Resort

El Plantio Golf Resort

4 out of 5
Ctra Antigua Alicante, Elche km3 (A-79), Alicante, Alicante
Stay at this 4-star golf resort in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Great resort. Wish the food was better."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

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El Plantio Golf Resort
Eurostars Centrum Alicante

Eurostars Centrum Alicante

4 out of 5
Calle del Pintor Lorenzo Casanova,33-35, Alicante, Alicante
The price is ฿4,072 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿4,072
฿4,480 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
12 night family trip Alicante
"Excellent hotel for Short or Long stay. Well located. Friendly staff."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Eurostars Centrum Alicante
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Other neighbourhoods around San Antón

Basilica of Santa Maria showing a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Barri Vell - Santa Creu

While visiting Barri Vell - Santa Creu, you might make a stop by sights like Alicante Town Hall and San Nicolas Cathedral.

Barri Vell - Santa Creu
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Carolinas Bajas

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Carolinas Bajas and surrounding area, you can visit Alicante Harbour and Alicante Bullring.

Carolinas Bajas
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Alicante City Centre

4.5/5(282 area reviews)

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 San Nicolas Cathedral.

Alicante City Centre
Archaeological Museum of Alicante which includes interior views

Pla del Bon Repòs

While Pla del Bon Repòs isn't home to many top sights, Alicante Harbour and Castle of Santa Barbara are some notable places to visit nearby.

Pla del Bon Repòs
Central Market which includes food, interior views and markets

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 Alicante Harbour and Central Market.

Mercado
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Campoamor

2/5(1 area review)

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 Harbour and Alicante Bullring.

Campoamor

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