Holiday rentals and apartments in Santa Pola

This perfect holiday destination with its cosmopolitan charm offers you year round golden sunshine plus a stunning stretch of coastline with endless sandy beaches to choose from. There are plenty of opportunities for wonderful day trip adventures to magnificent surrounding towns and the nearby historical attractions in the gorgeous city of Alicante. The fabulous winelands of the region are easily accessible for a memorable day out of wine tasting in breathtaking scenery.

Sunset views and glorious beaches.

Choose from a variety of conveniently located, upscale holiday rentals situated in and around Santa Pola and Gran Alacant's upmarket urbanizacion residential complexes. A selection of spacious, stylishly decorated holiday lettings and rentals are on offer with ample space to accommodate groups of up to 8 guests! Many of the immaculate holiday stays on offer boast the use of a sparkling pool in a beautiful setting perfect for relaxing after a day at the beach. Many properties are located under 500 m from the ocean and offer a lovely terrace for al fresco dining with spectacular sea views!

Holidays in Santa Pola: The area and getting around

A Spanish beach resort paradise

Come away to this idyllic fishing port just 20 minutes by car from Alicante airport, famous for beautiful landscapes and bustling, upmarket, Spanish coastal town amenities. Enjoy 4 km of fine sand beaches with Playa Lisa known for having an extended shelf of shallow water perfect for safe swimming for families. The area is an ideal hotspot for sailing, windsurfing, paragliding and jet skiing.

Sightseeing, premier local beaches and paella

The Santa Pola area offers you an unforgettable beach getaway perfect for a family holiday. The coastline offers you perfect access to some of the most beautiful, pristine, white sand, resort beaches in Spain such as your local palm lined Platja Varadero. This is a delightful beach for long walks by the water's edge and promenade dining! Don't miss a visit to the nearby heritage towns of Murcia and Alicante. Be sure to set aside time for an evening stroll along Alicante's beautiful, chic, iconic, breezy, palm lined Explanada de Espanha! Expect wonderful options for dining on local as well as top-notch international cuisine in the area.

Travellers and activities

Santa Pola for sightseeing enthusiasts

If you love sightseeing and being out and about you are in for a treat with remarkable adventures on your doorstep. Head to the mysterious, beautiful town of Elche located just 25 minutes north-west of Santa Pola where the tropical beauty of the famous Huerto del Cura Gardens in the heritage palm groves of Elche are not to be missed! Stroll about the walled part of the old town, admire the gorgeous baroque and neoclassical basilica and see the treasures in the Palacio Altamira archaeology museum!

Santa Pola for hiking and nature enthusiasts

You will not be disappointed by the magnificent views from Mirador del For de Santa Pola just a stone's throw from the town centre. The area boasts a plethora of varied and lovely hiking routes for all ages and abilities. Hike through the gorgeous San Fulgencio orchard area towards the sea or head a few minutes south by car to Guardamar where you can appreciate the incredible scenery while hiking through the dune system! Families with kids will enjoy the well-kept zoo and animal attractions at Rio Safari Elche just 8 minutes north-west of Santa Pola by car and the flamingos at Las Salinas.

Top 5 travel tips in Santa Pola

1.Take a boat trip to Tabarca Island

Head out on a breezy boat trip to Tabarca island just a handful of miles offshore from Santa Pola for the ultimate Mediterranean archipelago and ancient pirate refuge experience! Stroll about the delightful fishing port, enjoy unspoiled beach coves and crystal clear water for swimming and splash out on a delicious meal at one of the excellent local restaurants where you can sample the regional speciality called calder, a rich traditional stew.

2. Family fun at Polaparc

Just 3 minutes by car west of the centre of Santa Pola you will find this fabulous, family friendly attraction. This fun theme park is home to a list of delightful attractions such as huge trampolines, gorgeous glittery carousels for little kids, bouncy inflatables, high harness jumping, crazy ball ponds, an aerial train, all aboard on a pirate ship and fun bumper cars for tiny kids as well as for older kids. Don't forget to try out the go karts and free fall rides for older kids!

3. Spend the day on Platja Varadero

For a lazy, chilled out day by the sea look no further than your local Platja Varadero where you will find a long, sweeping stretch of clean, soft sand and sparkling clear water perfect for safe swimming with kids. This is a delightful beach for long walks by the water's edge and the adjacent promenade has the perfect chiringuito for snacks and chilled drinks!

4. See the sunset from Mirador del Far de Santa Pola

Calling all nature lovers! How about a breathtaking sunset stroll to see the gorgeous panoramic views that extend all the way to mysterious Tabarca island from an elevated platform. Here you are not far from the Santa Pola hiking area if you are in the mood for a bracing walk or a fantastic cycling adventure. The walk to the mirador from the car park is about 1.6 km and this is a highly recommended spot for enjoying sundown!

5. See flamingos at Las Salinas Nature Preserve

This pristine 25 km squared nature reserve is a paradise for wetlands, salt lakes, marshes, dunes and verdant coastal pine forests and encompasses an area of salt farms and a salt museum. Be sure to take lots of photos as you can expect to see colonies of gorgeous flamingoes sometimes numbering over 8000 birds! Bird watchers will be in heaven with the variety of other beautiful birds to see such as storks and ducks.

FAQs: Holiday rentals and apartments in Santa Pola

Which types of amenities can you typically find at the holiday lettings in Santa Pola?

Among the facilities you can find on Spain-Holiday, it seems that the holiday lettings in Santa Pola have everything that travellers wish for! Here, holiday lettings generally offer a variety of facilities, the most popular being: Wi-Fi (90%), air conditioning (83%), and balcony (72%)... Pretty cool!

How are the holiday lettings generally rated in Santa Pola?

On average, the holiday lettings here are rather well rated. According to Spain-Holiday, 21% of holiday lettings have a rating average of 4.5 stars. This is a relatively high percentage which allows us to confirm that you will easily find the ideal holiday letting for a wonderful holiday!

Are the holiday lettings in Santa Pola suitable for holidays with children?

Spain-Holiday's insights reveal that less than 10% of holiday lettings in Santa Pola are suitable for holidays with children. Here, it will most likely be easier to book for groups of friends.

Are the holiday lettings in Santa Pola pet-friendly?

According to Spain-Holiday's information, a small percentage of holiday lettings in Santa Pola accept pets. We can therefore recommend that there are better destinations in Spain to take your faithful companion with you.

Do the holiday lettings in Santa Pola generally have Wi-Fi?

Yes! According to the data collected last year, 90% of holiday lettings in Santa Pola offer an internet connection. This means that you will be able to stay connected throughout your stay!

What is the average price of holiday lettings in Santa Pola?

The majority of holiday lettings in Santa Pola (93%) roughly cost less than £100 a night. Therefore, this destination is perfect for finding a cheap holiday letting!

Do the holiday lettings in Santa Pola usually have a swimming pool?

Certainly! Judging by last year's information, many of the holiday lettings in Santa Pola are equipped with a swimming pool. Fancy a weekend at the pool and relaxing with friends? Don't delay to book a holiday letting in Santa Pola!

Are the holiday lettings in Santa Pola suitable for holidays with several people or better for an escape as a couple?

According to Spain-Holiday's information, 92% of holiday lettings are made for up to four travellers. Approximately 88% of the holiday lettings here include at least two separate bedrooms. Santa Pola is the ideal destination for small groups of friends!

Are the holiday lettings in Santa Pola the best option for a luxurious stay?

Sure! The holiday lettings in Santa Pola are quite well-equipped. However, if you are looking for unique accommodation, we advise you not to wait too long to reserve, since the availability of holiday lettings fills up quickly. Out of all accommodations in Santa Pola, 46% have a pool, 21% have a garden but none have a sauna. Also, if you are looking for space, 92% of the holiday lettings can accommodate big groups, and 21% have green spots in the surrounding area.

Are you able to enjoy a beautiful view and spend time outside at the holiday lettings in Santa Pola?

72% of holiday lettings have a balcony or terrace, and 0% have a view. But it is not very common, so availability can be limited. If this is a priority for you, you should anticipate a bit more time for research. Also, don't forget to use the filters that suit you the best to be sure to find the holiday letting of your dreams. However, 21% of holiday lettings in Santa Pola have gardens, where you can enjoy the outdoors.

When it is best to travel to Santa Pola?

Judging by the amenities at the holiday lettings in Santa Pola, it is the perfect destination both in summer and winter. This is because there is a wide range of properties and services. Therefore, you will be able to enjoy Santa Pola when you feel like it.