Orihuela Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Orihuela
Orihuela
Orihuela
Orihuela
Orihuela
Architecture, monuments, festivities and beaches: all this and much more make Orihuela a first-class destination on the balmy Valencian coast.

Orihuela is known for its rich cultural heritage, with historic buildings and beautiful monuments. That’s not all, though, because depending on the time of year, you can enjoy its traditional fiestas, such as the celebrations for Easter Holy Week. Still need more convincing that a holiday in Orihuela is your best bet? You might be interested to learn that it has more than 11 miles of coastline.

Orihuela is a municipality in the province of Alicante, in Valencia. Divided in two by the River Segura, this beautiful tourist destination enjoys a long and complex history where Iberians and Romans all left their mark. Thanks to this past, the historic centre is quite exquisite, and has lots to see. Some highlights are the religious buildings, including the Colegio Diocesano de Santo Domingo convent, the Iglesia de Santiago Apóstol, the Palacio Episcopal, the Catedral del Salvador y Santa María and the Santuario de Nuestra Señora de Monserrate.

With our cheap trips to Orihuela, you can enjoy these wonders all year round, but there are others that can only be enjoyed in certain months. The Holy Week of Orihuela, for example, was declared of International Tourist Interest. What could be better than a trip in the springtime to enjoy this festivity as well as the nature of the local area in all its splendour. This time of year also sees the arrival of the medieval market, a quaint attraction that fits in perfectly with the town.

Poetry lovers will also enjoy our package deals to Orihuela, as it is the birthplace of the famous poet of the generación del 36 group of writers, Miguel Hernández. His home has now been converted into a museum, and is a tourist attraction well worth visiting.

Also, if you’re a nature lover, you’re definitely in luck. You’ll be able to enjoy more than 11 miles of the Orihuela coastline, with its beautiful beaches and pristine waters that are like a piece of heaven on Earth.

As you can see, you don’t need to go far to enjoy a holiday with something for everyone, and entertainment options to suit all tastes. Want to know more? Check out our deals for trips to Orihuela.

Where to stay in Orihuela

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Orihuela Costa

4/5(36 area reviews)

Orihuela Costa is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Zenia Boulevard Shopping Center and Cabo Roig Beach while in the area.

Orihuela Costa
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La Regia

Though La Regia may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Campoamor Beach and Cabo Roig Beach.

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Villacosta

Beaches, golf courses and bars are some highlights of Villacosta. You might stop by Real Club de Golf Campoamor or Villamartin Golf Club while you're in the area.

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Urbanization Lomas de Don Juan

Though Urbanization Lomas de Don Juan may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Zenia Boulevard Shopping Center and Campoamor Beach.

Urbanization Lomas de Don Juan
Hotel Servigroup La Zenia
Hotel Servigroup La Zenia
4.5 out of 5
Urb. La Zenia, Playa De Orihuela, Orihuela, Alicante
The price is £103 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
£103
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Orihuela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (779 reviews)
"The cleanliness of the hotel is amazing the staff were amazing the receptionist were especially lovely pleasant and very helpful. Breakfast was also very good plenty of it"

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2024

Hotel Servigroup La Zenia
Hotel Montepiedra
Hotel Montepiedra
4.5 out of 5
Saavedra Fajardo, 1, Orihuela, Alicante
The price is £64 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
£64
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Orihuela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (67 reviews)
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Reviewed on 6 Jan 2025

Hotel Montepiedra
Sercotel Palacio de Tudemir
Sercotel Palacio de Tudemir
4 out of 5
Calle Alfonso XIII, 1, Orihuela, Alicante
The price is £65 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
£65
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Orihuela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Santa Lucia Plaza and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (167 reviews)
"Excellent accomodation, couldnt fault it for a short city break"

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2025

Sercotel Palacio de Tudemir
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
MODERN VILLA WITH PRIVATE POOL NEAR BEACHES AND GOLF COURSES
MODERN VILLA WITH PRIVATE POOL NEAR BEACHES AND GOLF COURSES
Orihuela Costa, Valencian Community
Stay at this golf villa in Orihuela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a water park. Popular attractions Villamartin Golf Club and Real Club de Golf Campoamor ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)
Holiday
"Everything about our Holiday was perfect"

Reviewed on 30 Sep 2024

MODERN VILLA WITH PRIVATE POOL NEAR BEACHES AND GOLF COURSES
Costa Blanca - Playa Flamenca - apartment sea coast beach golf resort LA CALMA
Costa Blanca - Playa Flamenca - apartment sea coast beach golf resort LA CALMA
Orihuela, Comunidad Valenciana
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Orihuela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and a garden. Popular attractions Playa de Calla Estacas and Playa de La Zenia ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
Lovely stay at La Calma
"Thoroughly enjoyable lovely location just short strolls to the beach and bonus of a roof solarium."

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2024

Costa Blanca - Playa Flamenca - apartment sea coast beach golf resort LA CALMA
Apartamentos Palmera Beach
Apartamentos Palmera Beach
2 out of 5
Avenida de Francia, 15, Urbanizacion Mil Palmeras, Orihuela, Alicante
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Orihuela. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Playa Barranco Rubio Cala de Campoamor ...
7.2/10 Good! (156 reviews)
No wifi and restaurant and bar closed most of the
"No wifi in rooms and only in reception.. bar and restaurant closed most evenings .. pool closed .. Access to wifi was a real problem for me and needing to sit in reception to do my work was very inconvenient. Furniture in rooms very uncomfortable.. Located in a good area but this time of the year ..."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2022

Apartamentos Palmera Beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Orihuela

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I love Orihuela Costa. Incredible beaches, great restaurants, convenient shopping and easy driving

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