With effect from yesterday, Wednesday 22nd April 2026, British-resident pet owners can no longer travel with their animals under the EU Pet Passport scheme and must instead obtain a new Animal Health Certificate (AHC) each time they enter Spain or any other EU country.

Many regular visitors and holiday home owners in Orihuela Costa obtain a Pet Passport for their cat or dog locally in Spain to ensure economical, hassle-free travel for their animals and to avoid the expense of an AHC.

The UK left the EU Pet Passport scheme on January 1st 2021, following the end of the Brexit transition period, but the UK continues to accept EU-issued Pet Passports for inbound travel to Great Britain.

However, UK residents can no longer use any EU Pet Passport (including those issued by veterinary practices in Spain) to enter any EU country from Great Britain.

Mandatory Animal Health Certificates replace EU Pet Passports

Guidance on the GOV.UK website states “If you live in England, Scotland or Wales, you should not use a Pet Passport (even if it was issued in the EU). If you use a Pet Passport, your pet may be refused entry into the EU.”

The new rules do not apply to residents in Northern Ireland, with residents maintaining their rights under the EU Pet Passport scheme. But the rules do apply to British residents planning to travel to Northern Ireland.

A statement on Your Europe, the official website of the European Union, reads “EU Pet Passports issued to a pet owner resident in Great Britain are no longer valid for travel with pets from Great Britain to an EU country or Northern Ireland.”

Instead, UK resident pet owners must travel with an Animal Health Certificate. An AHC costs around £100 to £150, is valid for 10 days once issued, and can only be used to enter an EU country once.

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Whether you're looking for a cosy, casual tapas bar or a complete upscale restaurant experience, these eateries will deliver pure Spanish gastronomy cooked fresh with local ingredients and artisan techniques handed down from generation to generation.

From the money-saving Menú del día, mouthwatering tapas, and sharing platters, to Spanish rice dishes, paellas, and exotic Valencian broths and stews – you'll find it all right here in Orihuela Costa.

Here's our list of all the Spanish restaurants and tapas bars in Orihuela Costa for the summer season, recommended by other members of our community. A world of culinary delights awaits you, and you have to try them all!

Restaurante La Mirada, La Zenia

An unparalleled location with spectacular views across Cala Bosque beach. An extensive selection of authentic tapas and an international menu offering traditional Spanish specialities and international dishes. Open every day.

A large terrace on the beach itself overlooks the Mediterranean Sea. The venue offers an Olympic-size swimming pool, sunbeds for hire, and a beach bar during the summer months. Lift access to all levels for persons with limited mobility.

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Restaurante Rianxeira, Cabo Roig

More than 30 authentic Spanish tapas dishes to sample with Menú del día options and an a la carte menu. Fish, meat, paellas, and pizzas with a dedicated children's menu. Cosy outside terrace and open six days a week for lunch and dinner.

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Restaurante Los Cucalos, Los Dolses

Specialising in authentic Spanish rice dishes, prepared meat, fresh fish and seafood. One of the largest Spanish restaurants in Orihuela Costa with a dedicated playground for children and plentiful parking. An excellent local reputation.

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Restaurante Casa Adolfo, Cabo Roig

One of the most established family-owned Spanish tapas restaurants, located in La Regia since 1967. Authentic tapas with a menu of fresh food that changes daily. Open Monday to Saturday for coffee, breakfast, and lunch from 08:00 until 17:00.

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Delpuerto Chiringuito, Dehesa de Campoamor

A traditional beachfront restaurant with commanding views over Barranco Rubio beach. An excellent selection of mouthwatering Spanish tapas, and Menú del día or a la carte menus with fresh ingredients. Open year-round with seasonal opening hours.

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Restaurante Doña Isabel, San Miguel de Salinas

An unassuming facade hides a Spanish restaurant that punches above its weight. Open for lunch and dinner with Menú del Día and Menú del Noche options available, offering great value. Traditional Spanish dishes are also available a la carte.

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El Pony Restaurante, Campoamor

Often overlooked, this small but upscale restaurant serves the finest Spanish cuisine. Tapas, salads, and Valencian rice dishes, with a fixed price Menú del Día at lunch and a sharing menu for dinner. Check out the menu on their website.

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Restaurante La Bahia, Cabo Roig

A genuinely idyllic location for this authentic tapas bar and restaurant overlooking the magnificent Cala La Caleta beach in Cabo Roig. Often featured in the UK TV show “A Place in The Sun”, the venue's terrace is located immediately at the water's edge.

Visitors can choose from a menu of small tapas (Pinchos) and light bites from the bar, or a full a la carte menu of Spanish rice, meat and fish dishes in the restaurant. Menus are available in English, Spanish, Russian and French.

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Resto Bar Ili's, Los Altos

Super-authentic family restaurant with a spacious outside terrace. Menú del Día and tapas menu options with Spanish seasonal menu choices offered daily. Open 6 days a week (closed Sunday) for breakfast, lunch and dinner sittings. A hidden gem.

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La Cibeles Bar, Punta Prima

Highly recommended by members of the La Zenia community, La Cibeles Bar offers a variety of authentic tapas and main meals. Dining room or terrace for al fresco eating. Open every day from 10:00 for breakfast, lunch, and dinner services.

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Restaurante Los Angeles, Campoamor

A beautiful restaurant with an elevated terrace overlooking the marina and the Mediterranean Sea. The menu is unsurprisingly fish-focused, with an extensive range of seafood, lobster, octopus, and squid – an unparalleled dining experience.

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Mesón Rincón de Paco, San Miguel de Salinas

Often recommended by group members for the finest authentic Spanish tapas. Family-style restaurant with outdoor seating and a menu of traditional fish and meat dishes. Open for lunch and dinner service every day except Monday.

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Restaurante Nautilus, Punta Prima

It's not possible to get a dining experience closer to the sea. A Spanish restaurant built on a rocky outcrop overlooking the sea and the beach in Punta Prima. Formal dining room or wrap-around terrace, both just a few metres from the water's edge.

An extensive menu of authentic delicacies, meats and fish. International options include burgers and pizzas. A fully-stocked bar with an exceptional choice of wines, and a rear terrace overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Open daily, read our review.

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Mesón El Prado, San Miguel de Salinas

A traditional Spanish restaurant tucked away down a side street. Stunning covered terrace area and a large dining room to enjoy the authentic menu of freshly cooked food. Menú del Día and Spanish stews with fish or meat a speciality of the house.

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Cafetería Violetas, Playa Flamenca

A cosy Spanish eatery close to Playa Flamenca beach. Authentic Valencian paella and rice dishes are a speciality. Outside terrace for an al fresco dining experience, open seasonally for Spanish breakfasts, lunch and dinner.

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La Barraca de Campoamor, Dehesa de Campoamor

Established since 1975, this traditional Spanish restaurant enjoys a beautiful location with idyllic Mediterranean Sea views. A la carte menu with meat, fish, and paella. Open daily for lunch and dinner service, closed in the winter.

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Restaurante Casa Manolo, La Zenia

A popular location close to Cala Bosque Beach in La Zenia. Pizzeria, paellas and authentic regional rice dishes, and speciality ice creams. Large outside terrace. Open every day from 08:30 until 23:00 (Tuesday to Sunday during the winter).

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Patio Andaluz, Punta Prima

Established in 1973, this authentic Spanish restaurant offers a traditional Spanish meat-focused menu with fish dishes and Valencian paellas. A seasonal venue with live music daily during the summer, and a spectacular Flamenco show three times a week.

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La Braseria, Dehesa de Campoamor

Located inside the La Fuente commercial centre, La Braseria offers a traditional Spanish menu of Biscayan-style fish and Iberian meats. Large outside terrace and covered terrace. Open seven days a week with dinner service only from 17:00.

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Hiring a car allows visitors to make the most of the local area, leaving holidaymakers with extra time to explore the best that Orihuela Costa offers without relying on public transport.

International visitors typically arrive via the area's two main airports: Alicante-Elche airport and the Región de Murcia airport, which opened in January 2019. Both airports offer a comprehensive suite of choices for renting a car.

Car rental options at Alicante airport include Avis/Budget, Centauro, Europcar, Hertz/Firefly, Goldcar/InterRent, OK Mobility, Record Go, and Sixt. These big brands have a sales office within the main terminal building.

Car hire from Alicante Airport

The Avis office opens from 08:00 to 23:45, Centauro opens 07:00 until 23:00, Europcar opens 07:30 to 0:00, Hertz/Firefly from 08:00 to 0:00, Goldcar/InterRent from 07:30 to 23:00, OK Mobility opens 07:00 until 22:00, Record Go from 07:00 to 23:00, and the Sixt offices open from 07:30 until 00:00.

Some car hire offices at Alicante airport may offer extended hours for pre-booked cars at an extra charge, and some providers open extra hours during busier periods. Click each link above to check the current opening hours directly.

The newer Región de Murcia airport in Corvera is a smaller transport hub with limited car hire options, with just Goldcar/InterRent, Europcar, Firefly, and Sixt operating car rental offices within the airport complex.

But South Costa Blanca is well-served by local car hire companies that have carved out a niche for themselves in a variety of original ways – many of them offering a simplified, customer-focused hire car service.

We've listened to the feedback provided by members of the community group and compiled the personal recommendations they've made based on their past experiences – all in one place.

From the big local names to the smallest independent rental car companies, here's the complete list of recommended car hire companies with the latest 2026 prices, and the contact information you'll need to get in touch with them directly, ask for a quote, or enquire about availability for your dates.

Grays Car Hire, Playa Flamenca

Tate House Car Rental, San Miguel

Transfers from Alicante or Murcia, unlimited mileage, comprehensive insurance with no excess, simple fuel policy, and local drop-off.

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Higgs Car Hire, Orihuela Costa

Serving Alicante and Murcia airports with no queues and no hidden charges. 7-seaters and autos. A family-run independent company.

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Luzcars Rent a Car, Torrevieja

Local offices in Torrevieja with collection and car drop-off service for Alicante airport. A variety of cars with up to 7 seats.

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La Zenia Car Rental, La Zenia

Only automatic cars, low cash deposit and no credit card charges. Free delivery and collection (within 30 km of La Zenia), no upper age limit.

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Coys Rent-A-Car, Alicante Airport

An established local car hire company with a comprehensive vehicle fleet, including 7-seater people carriers.

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Hire Cars Costa Blanca, La Zenia

Collection and delivery service at the airport, and a comprehensive range of hire cars, including 7-seater vehicles.

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No Hassle Car Hire, Rojales

Collection and delivery service at Alicante airport, hire cars with low season prices from €15 per day, no deposit, no credit card required.

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Lara Cars Rent A Car, La Marina

Hire car offices in La Marina, Torrevieja, and Alicante airport. A variety of vehicles for hire, automatic cars and 8-seater minibuses.

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Victoria Rent A Car, Alicante Airport

Located just outside of the main airport concourse, with a diverse vehicle fleet including 9-seater minibus and scooter options.

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Costa Blanca Car Hire No1, Ciudad Quesada

A range of hire cars including 7-seater vehicles, with low season prices from €20 a day, no deposit required, and airport transfers available.

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Motor Rent Orihuela, Cabo Roig

Super-modern maxi scooters, Italian street scooters, and electric step-on scooters for short-term rental with prices from €16 per day.

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Local Car Hire, Playa Flamenca

Collection and delivery service at the airport, a range of hire cars, including 7-seater vehicles, and short-term and long-term hire.

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Costa Blanca Transfers, Alicante Airport

Operating a fleet of vehicles from budget brands to 8-seater Fiat vehicles with pickup and collection service at Alicante airport.

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Quesada Car Rental, Ciudad Quesada

A range of cars to rent, including 9-seater vehicles, collection and delivery from Alicante airport, no deposit and unlimited mileage.

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Rent Me Car Hire, Villacosta

An independent local company offering no-frills, straightforward car hire with a modern fleet and comprehensive insurance included.

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RentAgain Car Hire, La Zenia

A local car rental agency offering a range of new cars including 9-seater vehicles, with service for Alicante airport and Murcia airport.

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D&M Car Hire, Villamartin

Opposite Villamartin Plaza, this local car rental agency offers vehicles with unlimited mileage and a free additional driver.

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H&R Car Hire, Campoamor Golf

Holiday and long-term car rental service, with 9-seater minibus and convertible vehicles. An older but extensive fleet of hire cars.

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Skippy Rent a Car, Alicante

Meet and greet at Alicante airport terminal, fixed prices, payment on arrival in Spain, and cars from €160 per week.

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Playa Wheels Orihuela, La Zenia

Step-through scooters for short-term and holiday hire, 50cc or 125cc models available, with local delivery in South Costa Blanca.

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Flamenca Cars, Murcia (Corvera)

Based in Murcia, just outside the airport, providing service for both Alicante and Murcia airports. New cars, budget, 7-seaters and MPVs.

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Pat Foley Car Rental, La Zenia

Previously recommended by members for quality cars at prices at least a third cheaper than you'll find at the airport.

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All In Autos Rent A Car, Murcia Airport

7 and 9 seat premium vehicles, and a specially adapted hire car with wheelchair access. Service at Alicante and Murcia airports.

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Top Gear Car Rentals, Alicante Airport

A range of new cars for hire, including automatics, and Opel people carriers with 8 or 9 seats. Online booking and airport pick-up.

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Magnum Rent a Car, Ciudad Quesada

Nearly new rental cars for hire including 7-seater vehicles with delivery to Alicante Airport. Prices from €15 per day.

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C4 Rent, El Altet (Alicante)

New or nearly new rental cars including a 9-seater vehicle and a BMW Cabriolet with service at Alicante Airport. Website in English and Polish.

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Car hire and holiday car rental from Alicante airport

Take a look at our latest articles. Late night and 24/7 shopping on the Orihuela Costa is ideal for late arrivals or visitors arriving in Spain on bank holidays, and our Alicante airport parking article looks at the cost of short-stay and long-term parking at Alicante airport this year.

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Known locally as “Chiringuitos”, these miniature café-style bars provide residents and visitors with light refreshments while here on holiday. They're a popular meeting point and watering hole.

In addition to providing food and drink directly on the beach, each beach bar provides other services such as sunbed and parasol hire, water sports, and a schedule of live music and entertainment throughout the summer.

Some of Orihuela Costa's chiringuitos are open year-round, but most only offer their services at certain times of the year. Out of season, the beach bars are removed and stored inland, to be returned to the beach at the start of the following year.

So when do the beach bars close, and when do they open again? Here's a list of all Orihuela Costa beach bars, with their seasonal opening and closing times.

Playa Cala Bosque, La Zenia

One of only two beach bars to open all year round, the chiringuito on La Zenia beach is open every day, 365 days a year, including Christmas Day.

Sunbeds are available from 15th March until 31st December each season (17 € per day for two beds and a shared parasol), and water sports operate on the beach from 15th June until 15th September during the main summer season.

Playa Cala La Caleta, Cabo Roig

The beach bar on Cabo Roig's most popular beach is open every day throughout the year.

Sunbed and parasol hire are available from 16th March until 31st December each year, and water sports operate on the beach from 15th June until 15th September during the summer.

Playa de la Glea, Dehesa de Campoamor

One of the most popular Orihuela Costa beach bars, the chiringuito on Campoamor Beach opens 15th March and closes on the 1st December.

Sunbeds are available from 15th March until 30th October, and water sports take place from 15th June until 30th October.

Cala Capitán, Cabo Roig

The beach bar on Playa de Cala Capitán opens on 15th March and closes the season on 15th November each year. Sunbeds and parasols are available for hire between 15th March and 30th October.

Cala Estaca, Playa Flamenca

One of two beach bars in Playa Flamenca, the chiringuito on Cala Estaca Beach opens on 15th March and closes on 30th October. Sunbeds and parasol hire are also available during this season.

Playa de Mil Palmeras, Mil Palmeras

Opening shortly before Easter each year, the beach bar on Mil Palmeras Beach opens on 1st April and closes out the season on 30th October. Sunbeds and parasol hire are also available during this time.

Playa de Punta Prima, Punta Prima

The beach bar on Punta Prima Beach opens from 1st April until 30th October each year. Sunbeds and parasol hire are also available during this time.

Cala Mosca, Playa Flamenca

The chiringuito beach bar on Playa Flamenca's smallest beach opens from 15th May until 30th October. Sunbeds and parasol hire are also available during the main summer season.

Cala Cerrada, La Zenia

The beach bar on La Zenia's official surfing beach opens on 15th March each year and closes on 30th October. Sunbeds and parasol hire are also available during this season.

Playa de Aguamarina, Aguamarina

With one of the shortest seasons in Orihuela Costa, the beach bar in Aguamarina Beach opens on 1st June and closes on 30th September. Sunbeds and parasol hire are also available throughout the summer.

Playa de Barranco Rubio, Dehesa de Campoamor

The beach bar opens from 1st June until 30th September each year. Sunbeds and parasol hire are also available during the summer season, and water sports take place on Barranco Rubio beach from 1st July until 30th August.

When do the Orihuela Costa beach bars open and close?

Most beach bars open from 09:00 each day and close at 21:00. However, it should be noted that each chiringuito may close later if they are busy or have an event or entertainment scheduled, and may choose to remain closed during periods of inclement weather.

For more information about the chiringuito beach bars, including Google Maps and specific location information, follow this link.

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We've compiled the latest data from the leading weather websites to bring you an overview of what you can expect if you're living in Playa Flamenca, or planning a visit to our part of Spain in March.

We're just a couple of days into March, and the difference is certainly very noticeable this year, with the Orihuela Costa already experiencing spring-like conditions, sunshine, and temperatures exceeding the monthly average both day and night.

The onset of spring can signal the possibility of additional rainfall, and after an unusually dry and mild February, any rain would be welcomed. Nonetheless, annual averages suggest March will bring just 3 days of rain.

On the bright side, days are now a full hour longer than they were just a month ago, with earlier sunrises and the sun setting past 19:00 toward the middle of March. The average Spanish day is still a good hour longer than at more distant northern latitudes.

There's more good news when it comes to sunshine too, with an average of 7 hours of warm sunny weather per day. And as average daytime temperatures creep past 18°c, there are greater chances of “real feel” temperatures exceeding a very pleasant 25°c each day.

Of course, you will still need a light jacket if you want to enjoy evenings out at local bars, bistros and restaurants, but temperate and dry daytime conditions still make the Orihuela Costa an excellent choice of winter sun destination.

Average weather and temperatures for Playa Flamenca in March

Spanish winters are thankfully short and mild, and summer is never too far away. Meantime, let's hope we can look forward to another beautiful month on the Orihuela Costa.

You can find the full weather forecast and average weather data for this part of the South Costa Blanca in Spain from the Holiday Weather website by clicking here.

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Organised and provided by Hoteles Servigroup, the high-definition camera occupies an elevated position on top of the Servigroup La Zenia hotel. The motorised webcam rotates from north to south, taking in panoramic birds-eye views of Cala Bosque and Cala Cerrada beaches.

Broadcasting 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, the La Zenia beach webcam has become one of the most popular online resources for residents and visitors to Orihuela Costa.

The webcam offers commanding views of the local beachfront area, the prevailing weather conditions, and beautiful vistas across the azure waters of the Mediterranean Sea.

Live from Orihuela Costa, La Zenia beach webcam feed

The photos on this page were captured from the Servigroup La Zenia beach webcam and illustrate the intricate details the camera is capable of streaming.

The views extend across Playa Flamenca and northward towards Punta Prima (with the city of Torrevieja just visible in the distance), and south towards Cala Capitán and the Cabo Roig outcrop further down the coast.

View the live feed now on the Servigroup La Zenia hotel website. The webcam displays video on all devices and browsers including smartphones, tablets, and desktop devices.

For the most impressive experience, click on the small icon to the bottom right of the streaming video window to maximise the full-screen display. The webcam features night vision for stunning views even after sunset.

For best results on mobile and smartphones, simply tap the small icon on the bottom right of the video window to maximise the video into full-screen mode, and rotate your device onto its side for a panoramic live experience.

Streaming summer in Spain, live to your mobile device

The Servigroup La Zenia hotel is Orihuela Costa's premier hotel, offering 220 rooms across 9-storeys with a choice of beautifully appointed suites, many boasting unobstructed panoramic Mediterranean Sea and beach views.

The venue provides a full suite of luxury facilities including a wellness centre with a swimming pool, an events room, and a bar-lounge with a terrace and an unbeatable view of the surrounding sea,

The hotel is open for the 2026 season now, with special prices for advanced online bookings. Click here to enquire about your stay or to make a reservation.

Looking for the Servigroup La Zenia Hotel email address? Simply send your email to lazenia@servigroup.es for attention, or to make or change your booking. Alternatively, you can call +34 966 760 200 or tap here to send a WhatsApp directly to the hotel.

Never miss a beautiful sunrise again, view the La Zenia beach webcam on the Servigroup La Zenia hotel website now.

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Established in 2003, this local company has built a strong reputation as one of the most experienced and trusted estate agents in Orihuela Costa, representing the interests of hundreds of clients over the years.

With properties in popular locations such as La Zenia, Playa Flamenca, Cabo Roig, Punta Prima, Campoamor, and Villamartin, the estate agency maintains a portfolio of around 1,000 new build and resale homes in the South Costa Blanca region.

But unlike high-volume agencies or exclusively online companies, Inmo Investments combines a family-run, client-focused approach with in-depth knowledge of local property trends, pricing strategy, and evolving buyer demand.

A local estate agent with established offices in La Zenia

With its centrally located office in La Zenia and a strong presence across Orihuela Costa, Inmo Investments positions itself as a leading choice for property owners seeking a secure, professionally managed and results-driven sale in the competitive Costa Blanca market.

Sellers benefit from a full-service sales process that includes accurate property valuations, professional marketing, international buyer reach, legal coordination, and comprehensive after-sales assistance.

Supporting this global approach is one of the company's greatest strengths: its multilingual team. Inmo Investments is uniquely positioned to work with an international client base, thanks to its native-speaking staff members who are fluent in Spanish, English, German, Dutch, Swedish, and French.

This means buyers and sellers can communicate clearly and confidently in their own language, removing barriers and creating a smoother, more reassuring transaction from the very first point of contact.

A proven track record in Costa Blanca real estate

Just last year, the team represented the interests of buyers from 21 different nationalities, including house hunters from Ukraine, Lithuania, Czechia, Norway, and Switzerland, in addition to domestic Spanish buyers.

For property owners looking to sell in Orihuela Costa, this international capability is a major competitive advantage, and Inmo Investments is not limited to one market or a single nationality of buyer. The company actively attracts purchasers from the UK and mainland Europe, while also expanding its reach into new and emerging global buyer segments.

By blending their market experience with a multilingual service and global buyer outreach, this unique local team provides vendors with a truly modern, results-driven estate agency experience, ensuring every property is marketed professionally, internationally, and with the highest level of support.

Furthermore, as a registered real estate agent in the Valencian Community, the company offers vendors additional peace of mind, regulatory compliance, an insured service, and total transparency.

Inmo Investments, a local company that speaks your language

Property owners considering selling in today's market can benefit from the estate agency's combination of local knowledge, extensive marketing reach, and a comprehensive service.

Whether you are selling a modest holiday apartment, an investment property, or an opulent luxury villa, Inmo Investments provides the tools, support and experience needed to secure a fast, smooth, and profitable sale – without the stress.

If you're thinking about selling your property, you can request your no-obligation property valuation online 24 hours a day by tapping here, send a WhatsApp to +34 667 319 713, or just call Shelley on +34 966 919 917. She will be happy to book a valuation appointment at a time that's convenient for you.

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The charitable function has been an integral part of Zenia Boulevard's social calendar since 2022, and the event returns to the heart of Orihuela Costa this coming Wednesday 4th February, from 12:00 midday.

Organised in conjunction with Orihuela Costa Pink Ladies & Panthers, World Cancer Day aims to raise awareness of cancer and to encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment.

It's a global campaign led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) and the World Health Organisation, and the event organisers are hoping to raise funds for Alicante for the Fight Against Cancer (AACC) – a local non-profit organisation that provides comprehensive care for cancer patients and their families.

Raising awareness of cancer in the community

Last year's event raised 1,390 €, including a 500 € contribution from Zenia Boulevard's management team, and the organisers are hoping to raise additional funds for AACC this year.

Wednesday's event at Zenia Boulevard will be hosted by Simon Morton from Sunshine Radio FM with live music performed by local artists. The day starts at 12:00 with the opening of activities presented by The Pink Ladies & Pink Panthers.

A moment of silence will take place at 15:00 in honour of all those who have lost their lives to cancer – a symbolic gesture of unity and respect. Charity performances will take to the centre stage throughout the afternoon.

Workshops and activities for all ages will take place throughout the day, including painting and games, and a charity sale will offer exclusive products for purchase, with all proceeds going towards the fight against cancer.

World Cancer Day at Zenia Boulevard

Visitors can learn more about cancer prevention, access useful information from the association, and participate in a day dedicated to honouring patients, families, and professionals.

The event reflects Zenia Boulevard's strong commitment to the community and to social causes that contribute to collective well-being, and the shopping centre team hope to highlight the importance of early detection, with a central message: “Early detection saves lives, get screened now.”

The charity day is free to attend, non-ticketed, and open to visitors of all ages. Find out more from the official Zenia Boulevard website. Alternatively, visit the Orihuela Costa Pink Ladies & Panthers online to discover more about the vital work they do in the community and future events.

Looking for holiday ideas and travel inspiration? Find out more about our favourite recommended things to do on the Orihuela Costa or join the La Zenia community Facebook group and find out what's going on in the local area.

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From traditional fiestas showcasing Spanish culture and history, to cutting-edge music festivals and concerts that attract international talent from all four corners of the world, this part of Spain is a veritable treasure trove of first-class events.

So here's the very best of what's on in 2026, the unmissable things to do and experience, and all the most prominent events lined up for the forthcoming year.

January events in Orihuela Costa

THREE KINGS DAY PARADE

Playa Flamenca, Orihuela Costa
Tuesday 6th January 2026 (Confirmed)
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INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE PIG

Playa Torre La Mata, Torrevieja
Sunday 18th January 2026 (Confirmed)
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ORIHUELA MEDIEVAL MARKET

Orihuela City Centre, Orihuela
Friday 30th January – Sunday 1st February 2026 (Confirmed)
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February events calendar for winter

TORREVIEJA CARNIVAL

Torrevieja, Costa Blanca
Friday 30th January – Saturday 21st February (Confirmed)
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ORIHUELA COSTA CARNIVAL

Playa Flamenca, Orihuela Costa
Saturday 28th February 2026 (Confirmed)
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March events, spring in the Costa Blanca

ROCK AGAINST CANCER (LIVE MUSIC CONCERT)

Catral, Costa Blanca
Saturday 7th and 8th March 2026 (Confirmed)
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ST PATRICK'S DAY PARADE

Cabo Roig, Orihuela Costa
Sunday 15th March 2026 (Confirmed)
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April events in this part of Spain

EASTER HOLY WEEK PARADES

Torrevieja, Costa Blanca
Friday 3rd April 2026 – Sunday 5th April 2026 (Confirmed)
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RED CROSS YOGA MARATHON

Playa Flamenca, Orihuela Costa
Saturday 11th April 2026 (Confirmed)
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THE BURIAL OF THE SARDINE

Murcia City, Murcia
Saturday 11th April 2026 (Confirmed)
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RUTA DE LA TAPAS

Los Montesinos, Costa Blanca
Saturday 18th April – Sunday 19th April 2026 (Confirmed)
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May events, what's on for springtime

SAN JAVIER AIR SHOW

San Javier, Murcia
Friday 1st May – Sunday 3rd May 2026 (Confirmed)
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SEVILLANAS MAY FAIR

Pilar de la Horadada
Thursday 30th Apil – Sunday 3rd May 2026 (Confirmed)
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SEVILLANAS MAY FAIR

Torrevieja, Costa Blanca
Wednesday 13th May – Sunday 17th May 2026 (Confirmed)
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June events, culture and history in Spain

REVOLUTION 1920 BEACH VOLLEYBALL

Playa Cala Bosque, La Zenia
Thursday 4th June – Sunday 7th June 2026 (Confirmed)
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SAN JUAN FESTIVAL

La Zenia, Orihuela Costa
Thursday 11th June – Monday 29th June 2026 (Estimated)
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MOORS AND CHRISTIANS

Rojales, Costa Blanca
Saturday 13th June – Monday 15th 2026 (Confirmed)
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MOORS AND CHRISTIANS

Campoamor Playa de la Glea, Orihuela Costa
Saturday 13th June 2026 (Estimated)
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HOGUERAS DE SAN JUAN

Alicante City, Alicante
Saturday 20th June – Wednesday 24th June 2026 (Confirmed)
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July events, a month packed with music

BIGSOUND FESTIVAL (LIVE MUSIC CONCERT)

Torrevieja, Costa Blanca
Saturday 25th July – Sunday 26th July 2026 (Confirmed)
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LOW FESTIVAL (LIVE MUSIC CONCERT)

Torrevieja, Costa Blanca
Friday 31st July – Sunday 2nd August 2026 (Confirmed)
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August events, marking a summer to remember

QUESADA SUMMER FIESTA

Ciudad Quesada, Costa Blanca
Saturday 1st August 2026 (Estimated)
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BRILLA TORREVIEJA (LIVE MUSIC CONCERT)

Torrevieja, Costa Blanca
Saturday 8th August 2026 (Confirmed)
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TORREVIEJA SUMMER CARNIVAL PARADE

Torrevieja, Costa Blanca
Friday 14th August 2026 (Estimated)
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September events, live music and entertainment

ROCK AGAINST CANCER (LIVE MUSIC CONCERT)

Torrevieja, Costa Blanca
Friday 11th September – Saturday 12th September 2026 (Estimated)
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SAN MIGUEL TAPAS ROUTE

San Miguel de Salinas, Costa Blanca
Sunday 20th September 2026 (Estimated)
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October events in Costa Blanca, Spain

TORREVIEJA STREET FOOD FESTIVAL

Torrevieja, Costa Blanca
Wednesday 7th October – Sunday 11th October 2026 (Estimated)
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ORIHUELA COSTA HALLOWEEN PARADE

La Florida, Orihuela Costa
Saturday 31st October 2026 (Confirmed)
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PATRON SAINT FESTIVITIES

Pilar de la Horadada
Friday 25th September – Sunday 18th October 2026 (Estimated)
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November events, the winter events calendar

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH-ON

La Zenia Boulevard, La Zenia
Saturday 14th November 2026 (Estimated)
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December events, festive fun in the sun

SANTA'S WALK

La Zenia Boulevard, La Zenia
Sunday 6th December 2026 (Estimated)
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SANTA CLAUS CHRISTMAS PARADE

La Zenia Boulevard, La Zenia
Saturday 19th December 2026 (Estimated)
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CHRISTMAS DAY BEACH PARTY

Playa Cala Bosque, La Zenia
Friday 25th December 2026 (Confirmed)
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This events calendar is constantly evolving, with new dates and events being added and updated as the year progresses. Are we missing an event? Contact us today, and we'll add it to the list.

Looking for holiday ideas and travel inspiration? Find out more about our favourite recommended things to do on the Orihuela Costa or join the La Zenia community Facebook group and find out what's going on in the local area.

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Known locally as Chiringuitos, these diminutive café-style bars provide residents and visitors with light refreshments whilst here on holiday. They're a popular meeting point and watering hole.

The beach bars along the Orihuela Costa coast have received a significant overhaul over the past few years, and the local organisations that administer their day-to-day operations have spared no expense to ensure that the facilities meet expectations.

Each one has been prefabricated off-site from sustainable materials to minimise the impact on the fragile beach environment.

In addition to the cool eco-style, designed to fit in with their surroundings, the bars have received improved toilet facilities and dedicated lifeguard stations fully equipped by the local authorities to deal with most emergencies during the summer season.

The lifeguard stations offer essential medical support and first aid to members of the public, and their installation enabled the beaches to retain their Blue Flag status.

The bars are open every day throughout the summer season, serving a menu of light bites throughout the day.

The Chiringuitos in La Zenia and Cabo Roig open all year round and the beaches are often selected as the locations for the council's Winter Beach programme.

During the height of summer, the Orihuela Costa Chiringuitos offer a weekend social calendar of live music, dancing, fitness, and organised events.

La Zenia's Playa Cala Bosque beach bar often hosts morning Yoga sessions and chilled afternoons of music, with local musicians and DJs playing to crowds of sunseekers into the weekend.

Orihuela Costa beach bars, where to find them this summer

With a busy social calendar throughout the summer, including special events on the beaches of Cala Bosque in La Zenia, and Cala Capitán and Cala La Caleta in Cabo Roig, the beach bars put on an admirable show every year that entertains locals and visitors alike.

The bars (and the hard-working team that provides the valued service), are locally renowned for their friendly atmosphere, warm welcome, and good sense of humour.

The Chiringuito beach bars offer a sustainable service too, taking every opportunity to reduce the number of plastic and non-recycled components throughout the service. They also help to maintain the clean environment expected on the beach.

The Orihuela Costa Chiringuitos provide vital services in beach areas typically devoid of public facilities, and there are currently nine beach bars servicing the requirements of sunseekers along the Orihuela Costa and south Costa Blanca coastal regions.

Orihuela Costa Chiringuitos, a summer of Sun, Sea, and Sangria

A visit to one of the beach bars should be on your list of places to visit while you're on holiday in Spain. You can find each one above with these Google Maps links that include directions from your location.

Do you want to know when each bar opens and closes at the beginning and end of the season? Check out this article with the important dates for the 2026 summer season.

Looking for holiday ideas and travel inspiration? Find out more about our favourite recommended things to do on the Orihuela Costa or join the La Zenia community Facebook group and find out what's going on in the local area.

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