Make a holiday rental apartment or villa in Torrevieja, Spain your home away from home

Torrevieja, 50km from Alicante, is an impressive town with stunning views of both sea and mountains. The beaches of the Costa Blanca used to be visited by package holidays, but in recent years, travellers have discovered that there are huge savings to be made by going independently, let alone the increased freedom, flexibility and freedom which comes from private self catering Torrevieja villas for rent.

Things to do on holiday in Torrevieja, Spain

A villa rental in Torrevieja has not only access to magnificent Costa Blanca beaches, but the town is home to a large range of good shops, world class restaurants and lively bars. The weekly Friday market has a great range of local product, both gastronomic to fill the shelves of your self catering Torrevieja accommodation, and local crafts to take home.

The best, most luxury beaches around Torrevieja are those of Playa los Locos, Playa Naufragos, and Playa del Cura. For those able to travel a little further from their Torrevieja holiday rental apartment may wish to explore the famous blue flag beaches of Cabo Roig, La Zenia and La Mata, just a few minutes drive from Torrevieja Town.

The Torrevieja Water Park has increased the suitability of a Torrevieja villa rental for family holidays. The gentle sandy beaches and wealth of sports and leisure activities now have a centre for a great day out too. Along this coast, there are plenty of opportunities to play golf too.

Taking accommodation in Torrevieja during the lively festivals of San Vicente Ferrer (April), Virgin del Carmen (July) or Dia de la Cumunidad Valenciana is a huge treat, as the whole town comes to life. There are a huge number of national festivals celebrated in Torrevieja throughout the year too.

Europe’s largest salt flats are located just behind the town, and whilst this may not be the first reason on the list to take an apartment or villa for rent in Torrevieja, they are home to a huge abundance of bird life. With 250 species, much of the salt flats have been declared national parks.

Places to holiday in Torrevieja, Spain

An apartment to rent in Torrevieja Town has magnificent access to much of the Costa Blanca. The hiking and walking centre of La Horadada, also famous for its golden beaches, is a charming coastal town, with a variety of points of interest, from the flamboyant Pilar de La Horadada to the vast bird colonies of the surrounding countryside.

The cultural capital of the Costa Blanca, Orihuela, has both beautiful and important historical buildings to share with visitors, and world class restaurants serving the best of Spanish and international cuisine.

Weather in Torrevieja, Spain

The coldest months in Torrevieja are still remarkably mild, with temperatures in January and December remaining between 10 and 16˚C. July and August are great times to visit a holiday villa for rent in Torrevieja, as temperatures soar to between 28 and 35˚C during the day, making the beaches an essential asset.

Cheap Flights to Torrevieja, Spain

Just 35km south of Alicante Airport, the holiday rentals in Torrevieja Town are easily accessible, especially when you consider the huge number of daily cheap flights arriving from across the UK. EasyJet and RyanAir fight for dominance on many routes to Alicante, so there are many cheap flights to be found.