Make a self-catering holiday apartment or villa in Murla, Spain your home away from home

In the southeast region of Spain is in an area known as Alicante. Here, in the heart of the Jalon Valley, is the sleepy village of Murla. The town is just 20 minutes away from the sandy white beaches of Costa Blanca, and is surrounded by spectacular mountains and valleys, perfect for Murla walking holidays. The great climate, hospitable locals and convenient location have made Murla a popular holiday destination for British tourists.

Things to do in Murla, Spain

The village of Murla has shops, a bakery where you can buy fresh bread, a small bar and a vegetable market on Mondays, where you can buy delicious local produce for your self-catering villa in Murla, including wine, olives, oranges, almonds and raisins that are grown in the area.

There are several good walks tourists can enjoy from Murla accommodation. The breathtaking scenery, unspoilt villages scattered throughout the valley, and natural beauty of the area makes Murla walking holidays popular. The Jalon Valley offers a wide range of outdoor activities, including hiking, walking, horse riding and golf.

Places to visit on holiday in Murla, Spain

Just a few kilometers from Murla accommodation are the villages of Orba, Alcalali, Lliber and Parcent where you can dine at one of the many restaurants which all offer excellent value for money with 'menu del dia'. For approximately 8 Euros per head the meal includes bread and wine that the region is famous for.

The town of Jalon is a 10-minute drive away and is home to the stunning Church of Santa Maria. During fiestas such as those celebrating Romero, Santa Domingo and Virgin Pobre, the town becomes a lively, vibrant place to be.

The beach of Calpe is only a 25-minute drive from Murla. The long, sandy white beach has of bars, entertainment areas for children, and a path that stretches out along the beach and around Calpe Rock. Other popular coastal resorts nearby include Denia, Javea, and Moraira.

Alicante is the largest town nearby and is the ideal place to go if you want some retail therapy. There are also historical sights such as a 14th century church, a baroque town hall, and a Renaissance cathedral. Guests of Murla villas who are making a day trip to Alicante can enjoy the beautiful beaches, seaside promenades and vibrant nightlife in the town. Alicante also offers golf, tennis, a yacht club, various water sports and a bullring.

Weather in Murla, Spain

The Alicante region is well known for it’s excellent climate. The summers are long and hot, and winters mild. With 300 days of sunshine a year, any time is a good time to rent self-catering villas in Murla.

Flights to Murla, Spain

Nearest airport to Murla is Alicante (ALC), which is approximately a 1-hour drive from Murla accommodation. Various low cost airlines fly into Alicante from the UK, including EasyJet, Monarch and BMI Baby. From the airport guests of Murla villas will need to rent a car to drive to their Murla accommodation.