Huertas Beach
Golden sands, blue water, wild spirit near Alicante
About
Playa de las Huertas stretches roughly 400 metres along the Costa Blanca coastline just outside Alicante city, offering golden sand and calm blue water in a setting that feels wilder than its urban proximity suggests. It's a naturist beach with an easy-going, unhurried atmosphere — the kind of place where you hear waves more than voices. The sand is soft underfoot, the water runs a steady deep blue, and the surrounding landscape keeps that raw, unmanicured edge. Quiet by nature, it draws visitors who want space rather than spectacle.
How to get there
Getting here is straightforward. By car from Alicante it's roughly 10 minutes, and free street parking is available on nearby roads including Calle Marrajo and Calle Tintorera — no apps or ticket machines required. Alternatively, Alicante tram Line 5 drops you close by in around 20 minutes, making it one of the few Costa Blanca beaches genuinely reachable without a car. There's no entry fee.
Who it's for
For couples
The quiet, naturist atmosphere and wild surroundings make this a genuinely private escape for couples who want to decompress away from busier resort beaches — tram access means you can leave the car behind and make a relaxed day of it.
For families
Families with young children should note this is a naturist beach, which may not suit all groups. Swimming is rated safe and access is easy, but the absence of on-site food vendors means packing supplies is essential for a full family day out.
Our take
Feet in the sand, eyes on the screen
Playa de las Huertas punches above its weight for a beach this close to a city. Swimming is safe, access is easy, and the free tram connection makes it genuinely low-effort. The naturist designation keeps it quieter than comparable urban beaches, and that wild character is the whole point — don't come expecting sunbed rentals or beach bars. Skip August if you can; the rest of the summer season is when this beach is at its best. It's not a destination you'll find on every tourist itinerary, and that's exactly what makes it worth the 20-minute tram ride.
What to do
The closest activity is Playa San Juan, rated 4.8 out of 5 and just 1.5 kilometres away, worth a walk along the coast. Further afield, the Castillo de Santa Bárbara is a medieval fortress perched above Alicante with panoramic views over the city and sea — about 6 kilometres from the beach. If you want to go deeper into the region, Tabarca Island sits 25 kilometres out and functions as a marine reserve ideal for snorkelling, while the Canelobre Caves, 23 kilometres inland, offer spectacular stalactite formations.
The stretch of golden sand against the deep blue water photographs best in the early morning when the light is warm and the beach is at its quietest.
The wild, undeveloped backdrop provides a rare natural frame along this stretch of coast — step back from the waterline to include it. The tram line's proximity also offers an unusual urban-meets-coast composition if you time your shot at the stop.
Where to eat
The nearest dining options require a short drive into Alicante. CASABLANCA Restaurante Tapas & paellas, around 6.5 kilometres away, is a strong choice for regional flavours and has earned consistently high ratings across thousands of reviews. Voltereta Tanzania in Alicante, about 7 kilometres out, holds a 4.7 rating from over 17,000 reviews — a reliable benchmark for quality. Pack a lunch if you want to stay beachside all day; there are no on-site food vendors listed.
Where to stay
Hotel Port Alicante City & Beach is the closest option at just 0.8 kilometres from the beach, rated 4.2 out of 5 — practical if you want to walk to the water each morning. For more comfort in the city, Meliá Alicante (4.4/5, over 7,800 reviews) sits about 6.3 kilometres away and doubles as a dining destination. Hotel NH Alicante, rated 4.5 out of 5, is a solid mid-range pick around 8.9 kilometres from the beach.
Photography
Early morning light hits the golden sand at a low angle and the blue water stays glassy before the sea breeze picks up — that's your window for clean, uncluttered shots. The wild, undeveloped backdrop behind the beach gives context that most Costa Blanca beaches can't offer; frame wide to capture both the shoreline and the raw landscape beyond.
Good to know
This is a naturist beach — clothing-optional norms are observed here, so come prepared and respectful of that culture. Dogs are not permitted on the beach, so leave them at your accommodation. Swimming is rated safe, but always check local sea conditions before entering the water. August brings peak summer visitor numbers — if you value the quiet character that defines this beach, aim for June, July, or September instead.
Map
Nearby places
Voltereta Tanzania - Alicante
Centro Comercial Plaza Mar 2
Gran Vía Shopping Centre
CASABLANCA Restaurante Tapas & paellas
Meliá Alicante
Meliá Alicante
Hotel NH Alicante
Occidental Pueblo Acantilado
Sercotel Maya Alicante
Hotel Port Alicante City & Beach
Playa san Juan
Castillo de Santa Bárbara
Archaeological Museum of Alicante
Things to see around Alicante
Santa Bárbara Castle
Medieval fortress with panoramic views.
Tabarca Island
Marine reserve ideal for snorkeling.
Canelobre Caves
Spectacular caves with stalactites and stalagmites.
Frequently asked
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Photo credits
Sources and licenses for the photos shown above.
- Photo 1 — Pablo Forcén Soler (Forcy) · source · Public Domain
- Photo 2 — Pablo Forcén Soler (Forcy) · source · Public Domain
- Photo 3 — Eugenia M · source · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Photo 4 — Eugenia M · source · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Photo 5 — Eugenia M · source · CC BY-SA 4.0