Costa Blanca South
Costa Blanca South – sun, beaches and comfortable year-round living
Costa Blanca South covers the coastline south of Alicante down to the border with the Murcia region. It is one of the most frequently chosen areas in Spain for purchasing property — both as a holiday home and for permanent residence. The main locations include Alicante, Torrevieja, Orihuela Costa (including Punta Prima, Playa Flamenca, La Zenia, Cabo Roig and Campoamor), Guardamar del Segura, Pilar de la Horadada and Ciudad Quesada.
The region is characterised by flat terrain, wide beaches and very good infrastructure. Everything is close by: shops, restaurants, shopping centres, golf courses and services operating all year round. A large international community makes it easy to settle here for buyers moving from abroad.
Climate and living conditions
Costa Blanca South has one of the most stable climates in Europe. The nearby salt lagoons (Torrevieja and La Mata) create a specific microclimate, making winters mild and summer temperatures less intense.
• over 320 sunny days per year
• winter daytime temperatures around 16–22°C
• summer around 28–33°C with sea breeze
• very low number of rainy days
As a result, the region is inhabited all year round and is not a purely seasonal resort.
Beaches and coastline
The coastline is known for long sandy beaches with gentle access to the sea, many of which regularly receive the Blue Flag certification.
The best known include:
• La Mata and Playa del Cura in Torrevieja
• La Zenia, Cabo Roig and Campoamor in Orihuela Costa
• the extensive natural dune beaches of Guardamar del Segura
The beaches offer promenades, restaurants, lifeguards in season and full facilities, making them comfortable for families with children as well as older residents.
Points of interest and infrastructure
Costa Blanca South offers many leisure opportunities. Nearby are the famous pink salt lagoons in Torrevieja, the large Zenia Boulevard shopping centre, golf courses (Villamartín, Las Ramblas, Campoamor and La Marquesa in Ciudad Quesada), as well as natural dune and pine parks in Guardamar. Alicante Airport is approximately 35–45 minutes away by car, and roads and public transport allow convenient travel between towns.
Lifestyle
The region functions throughout the year. Restaurants, bars and shops remain open in winter, and there are local markets, sports clubs, language schools and medical centres. Popular activities include seaside walks, cycling, golf and outdoor living. In summer the area is lively with tourism and events, while in winter the atmosphere becomes calmer and suitable for everyday life and remote working.
Property market
On Costa Blanca South the most common properties are apartments in residential complexes with swimming pools, bungalows with gardens and terraces, townhouses and detached villas. The area is chosen both by people looking for a place to live and by investors.
Why buyers choose Costa Blanca South
• long sandy beaches
• year-round living
• developed infrastructure
• easy access to services and shops
• proximity to Alicante Airport
• good rental potential
Costa Blanca South combines Mediterranean climate, everyday convenience and accessible property prices, making it one of the most popular regions for purchasing a house or apartment in Spain.
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