Babel Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Alicante Harbour
Alicante’s industrial and maritime centre has been transformed into a stylish bar and restaurant precinct with commanding views over Postiguet Beach.
Postiguet Beach
Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of this pristine beach which sits alongside a fine selection of restaurants and the exciting nightlife of the city.
San Juan Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at San Juan Beach during your trip to Playa de San Juan? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Explanada de Espana
Enjoy wide ocean views, take in a music concert and browse street vendors’ wares as you walk along this mosaic-paved promenade.
Alicante Golf Course
The masterwork of Severiano Ballesteros, the great Spanish golf player and course designer, this golf course is designed for golf vacations, with an on-site hotel.
Central Market
This fresh food market is the perfect spot to pick up regional produce for a picnic, local seafood, freshly cut flowers and authentic souvenirs.
Activities
Excursion to Guadalest, Altea and entrance to the Fuentes del Algar
Alicante: Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting & Tapas
Alicante: Guided Pub Crawl with Shots and Beer
Alicante: Craft Beer Tasting at Santa Barbara Castle
Our pick of the best Babel Hotel Deals
NH Alicante
Breakfast is top notch, great choice of food and fresh eggs cooked to order 👌
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Melia Alicante
Everything was great. From the bedrooms to the staff.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Odyssey Rooms
Fantastic accommodation for a family of two adults and two teenagers private space within the room beds extremely comfortable location spot on and very clean will definitely be booking again. Staff are ever so friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Eurostars Lucentum
The room was spotless with a huge Queen size bed. Linen & towels changed on day 2 (2 night stay) and good size bathroom and separate basin & mirror to toilet. Toiletries available (The Lab Room). Shower pretty old with mixer tap & small head. Mini fridge with chargeable goods (didn't use). Qr code ...
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hotel Sercotel Maya Alicante
Clean and comfortable, very convenient location. Modern decor in the room eas pleasant. Very basic hotel services but that was exactly as expected in the price range. Only 4 out of 5 score because the hotel wifi was broken (at least around 8th floor, room 807 specifically). Wifi signal present, could ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hotel Port Alicante City & Beach
The staff were all so friendly from everyone at reception to the waitresses in the restaurant and bar. Me and my mate couldn’t believe how nice the hotel was. The rooftop pool was closed due to wind which was a shake but we understood. We will be back
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Babel
Gran Via Sur
Gran Via Sur might not have many top sights, but Alicante Courts and El Corte Ingles Shopping Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Benalúa
Though Benalúa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like El Corte Ingles Shopping Center and Placa de los Luceros.
El Palmeral
El Palmeral might not have many top sights, but Alicante Cruise Ship Terminal and El Corte Ingles Shopping Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Ensanche Diputación
If you're spending some time in Ensanche Diputación, Alicante Cruise Ship Terminal and El Corte Ingles Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
San Blas-Santo Domingo
While visiting San Blas-Santo Domingo, you might make a stop by sights like Alicante Sports Technification Center and Jose Rico Perez Stadium.
Sant Blai
While visiting Sant Blai, you might make a stop by sights like San Fernando Castle and Alicante Sports Technification Center.
