Self-catering holiday homes: Polop apartment

Make a holiday rental villa or log cabin in Polop, Spain your home away from home

The town of Polop is a delightfully peaceful town between the mountains and the sea in Altea, Spain. The beaches of the Costa Blanca are just 15km from a villa or secluded log cabin in Polop, Spain, affording visitors one of the most relaxing and tranquil spots from which to enjoy the famous attractions of the coast, just a few short minutes away.

Things to do in Polop, Spain

The village of Polop is a wonderful haven of peace, and if you like, you could happily spend your entire holiday within the village, enjoying the distinct Spanish atmosphere and frequenting the three excellent restaurants within Polop, enjoying the fantastic views over the coast. Throughout the year, Polop enjoys a huge range of festivals and celebrations, as well as a thriving weekly market. The large castle which stands predominantly at the top of the hills is a delightful reminder of the village’s ancient strategic importance.

The Monte Ponoch Mountains are extremely rural, offering countless miles of walking, mountain biking and horse riding routes. There are over 600 species of plant covering the lower slopes around Polop, helping to make the region on of the most breathtakingly beautiful in the whole of Alicante. The walks and riding routes that emanate from Polop are excellently signed, not only for suitability for mountain bikes and horses, but also by level of difficulty and gradient.

The gastronomy of Polop is fantastic. The lush groves which surround the village mean that meals are fantastically fresh and flavoursome, and the astonishing mix of Arab and Mediterranean cuisine means that the flavours and dishes are completely unique to the area.

Places to visit on holiday to Polop, Spain

The infamous resort of Benidorm is just 20 minutes from a Polop property, so if the peace and quiet of Polop becomes too much, the roaring nightlife, endless entertainment and glorious beaches are still within easy reach, regardless of the fact that the two appear to be worlds away! There are over 4 miles of sensational beaches in Benidorm, all of which has been awarded to coveted European Blue Flag for safety and cleanliness, perfect for both lazy days in the sun and activity fuelled water sports holidays. Evenings spent in Benidorm are always great fun, but the opportunity to escape back to your Polop accommodation will be a welcome relief after a while!

Weather in Polop, Spain

Polop is blessed with a magnificent Mediterranean climate. The summer sees very long, hot days where temperatures reach well into the mid 30’s (˚C). Even during the winter months, you can still enjoy around 6 hours of sunshine a day, with temperatures rarely less than 15˚C at midday.

Cheap flights to Polop, Spain

Taking a hire car is strongly advised when you visit a holiday rental property in Polop, Spain. The nearest airport to a holiday villa or log cabin in Polop, Spain, is Alicante’s El Altet Airport (ALC), which receives daily flights from more than 20 British airports, especially during the summer months, when flights arrive from the UK on an almost hourly basis.

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