San Gabriel Travel Guide
Alicante
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Popular places to visit
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 Town Hall
Still the home of the Alicante civic life, this landmark structure is a superb example of 18th-century baroque architecture.
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.
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
Top hotels in San Gabriel
Estudiotel Alicante
"In a good location. We left early as it was not a comfortable room. A bit misleading as photos show large building, but hotel only uses lower levels."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hotel Bonalba Alicante
"The building was a bit old"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Melia Alicante
"We loved it here and hope to come back! So happy we upgraded to the Level as it totally made our experience amazing ❤️"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hotel Leuka
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Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Odyssey Rooms
"Wonderful experience!!! Staff was very friendly and helpful. The room and the hotel, in general, was very clean. I will definitely come back!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott
"Straight path to beach and centre of Alicante. 15 minute easy walk. 15 mins drive from airport. Very clean hotel. Only stayed one night so didn't use hotel facilities or breakfast. 3 adults and child in one room. Very large king double bed and double sofa bed. Tea, coffee making facilities in room. ..."
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Gabriel
El Palmeral
El Palmeral might not have many top sights, but Playa de San Gabriel and Alicante Cruise Ship Terminal are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Babel
When in Babel, you can plan a visit to Alicante Harbour and El Corte Ingles Shopping Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Benalúa
Though Benalúa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Alicante Harbour and El Corte Ingles Shopping Center.
Alipark
Though Alipark may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Alicante Harbour and El Corte Ingles Shopping Center.
Ensanche Diputación
If you're spending some time in Ensanche Diputación, Alicante Harbour and Alicante Cruise Ship Terminal are top sights worth seeing.
Sant Blai
While visiting Sant Blai, you might make a stop by sights like San Fernando Castle and Alicante Sports Technification Center.
