March 7, 2026

A region L'Alacantí lies around the provincial capital Alicante and forms the economic and administrative center of the Costa Blanca.

Economic role

Alicante is an important city with:

  • international airport
  • university
  • harbor
  • technology companies
  • large service sector

Beaches

The region has some of the longest sandy beaches on the Costa Blanca, including:

  • Playa de San Juan
  • Playa de Muchavista

Main places

The region includes several well-known coastal towns:

  • Alicante – major city, harbor, airport
  • El Campello – coastal town with residential developments
  • San Juan de Alicante – residential and university area
  • Mutxamel – quieter inland with villas and golf resorts

Real estate

The real estate market here is stable and diverse:

  • apartments in the city
  • beach apartments
  • residential neighborhoods

Many buyers look for a combination of city life and the beach.

Atmosphere

The atmosphere here is dynamic, urban, and international. In contrast to many other coastal regions, people here are mostly Spaniards living permanently, complemented by a growing international community.

Life takes place here largely between city and beach. Residents combine an urban lifestyle with the region’s beautiful long beaches.