Torrevieja neighbourhoods - Diverse and attractive residential areas on the Costa Blanca

Around Torrevieja there are several popular and developing residential areas, which offer a sunny climate, good services and excellent transport connections. The properties in the area are cheaper than in many other Spanish coastal citiesbut they still offer quality housing, beach life and a wide range of activities.

The areas around Torrevieja are particularly popular by Scandinavians, British and Germans, and many areas have a strong international community and comprehensive services all year round.

The best of Torrevieja and its surroundings

La Mata

La Mata is in the north of Torrevieja a quiet residential area in the north of the city, particularly known for:

  • From its long sandy beach, one of the longest and most popular on the Costa Blanca.
  • About the La Mata protected area and nature park, which offers a wonderful setting for hiking and birdwatching.
  • About the local scene, as the area has retained more of a Spanish village feel than the central areas of Torrevieja.

Punta Prima is located in on the border of Torrevieja and Orihuela Costa and offers:

  • Stunning sea views and high quality housing, especially in new developments along the coastline.
  • Excellent services, including shopping centres, restaurants and health centres.
  • Easy access to Alicante and Murcia airports.

Los Balcones on a popular family-friendly neighbourhood, located slightly inland, but offering:

  • Peaceful environment and spacious apartments, especially detached and terraced houses.
  • Stunning views of the Torrevieja salt lakeswhich are said to promote good health.
  • Quality services, including shops, schools and sports centres.

Villamartín is in particular a residential area popular with golfers, known for:

  • From the Villamartín Golf Course, one of the best in Europe and other nearby golf courses.
  • From the international community, where many foreigners live all year round.
  • About the services of Villamartín Plaza, with restaurants, bars and shopping.

Playa Flamenca is an area by the sea, which offers:

  • Beautiful beaches and promenadewhich connects the area to other beach resorts in Orihuela Costa.
  • Good services and shopping facilities, including the Zenia Boulevard shopping centre.
  • Popular markets and events, which attract both locals and tourists.

Cabo Roig is one of the one of the most exclusive residential areas in Orihuela Costa, which offers:

  • Luxury properties and stunning villaswith a high level of quality and privacy.
  • Marina and marina, which is popular with sailors and boaters.
  • Excellent restaurants and beach clubswhere you can enjoy the best of the Mediterranean.

Guardamar del Segura is located in North of Torrevieja and is known for:

  • For its long, scenic sandy beach, surrounded by sand dunes and pine forests.
  • For a more traditional Spanish feel, where the local lifestyle is combined with international living.
  • With its lively markets and diverse food culture.

San Miguel de Salinas is a peaceful inland village, which is popular among those who want to:

  • Avoid the hustle and bustle of tourist areasbut still be only 10-15 minutes from the beaches of Torrevieja.
  • Enjoy the golf courses and beautiful scenery, offering lush green views.
  • Live in a more traditional Spanish villagebut still in an international environment.

Who can visit the areas around Torrevieja?

Who can visit the areas around Torrevieja?

  • For holiday home buyers looking for a sunny but affordable option on the Costa Blanca.
  • For pensioners who value a peaceful living environment, good services and access to health care.
  • For golfers who want to live close to top golf courses.
  • For investors looking for a good rental yield in an area with stable international demand.
  • For lovers of nature and an active lifestyle who want to live close to beaches, hiking trails and sports facilities.

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Waves crash on a rocky coastline lined with palm trees under a bright blue sky. A few buildings and a promenade are visible in the background.
Weathered boats rest on a sandy beach under a bright blue sky, with a white church and its bell tower standing near the shoreline. Mountains are visible in the distant background.