Orihuela Costa Property Guide: Beaches, Golf & International Living

Discover Orihuela Costa Property, Beaches, Golf and Expat Lifestyle.

Welcome to Orihuela Costa: The Heart of the Southern Costa Blanca

Orihuela Costa is one of the most sought-after regions on Spain’s Costa Blanca, offering stunning beaches, top golf courses, modern shopping centres, and a thriving international community. Stretching along 16 km of Mediterranean coastline, it includes popular neighbourhoods like La Zenia, Villamartin, Playa Flamenca, and Cabo Roig. With excellent infrastructure and a wide range of properties, Orihuela Costa is ideal for retirees, families, digital nomads, and investors alike.

Community, Culture & Lifestyle in Orihuela Costa

The area is famous for its strong expat presence, family-friendly services, and lively cultural calendar.

  • International expat community (UK, Nordics, Benelux, Ireland)
  • Popular with retirees, second-home buyers, and year-round residents
  • Cultural highlights: weekly street markets, local fiestas, golf tournaments
  • Active lifestyle: walking trails, cycling routes, water sports, fitness clubs

Healthcare, Schools & Everyday Services

Orihuela Costa offers modern healthcare, international schools, and all the services needed for daily living.

  • Hospitals: Hospital Universitario de Torrevieja (15 mins), Hospital Quirónsalud Torrevieja (private)
  • Doctors: English-speaking GPs and private clinics
  • Pharmacies: Multiple 24-hour options throughout the region
  • Schools: El Limonar International School (Villamartin), Spanish public schools, bilingual academies
  • Transport: Alicante Airport 45 mins, Murcia Airport 40 mins, AP-7 and N-332 access
  • Utilities: Reliable fibre internet, mobile coverage, international service providers

Beaches, Dining & Leisure in Orihuela Costa

Orihuela Costa is all about seaside living, great food, and leisure opportunities for every lifestyle.

  • Beaches: 11 Blue Flag beaches including La Zenia, Cabo Roig, and Playa Flamenca
  • Dining: Spanish tapas, international restaurants, beachfront chiringuitos
  • Shopping: Zenia Boulevard – largest shopping mall in Alicante province
  • Leisure: Multiple golf courses (Villamartin, Campoamor, Las Ramblas, Las Colinas), water sports, fitness clubs, marinas

Why Orihuela Costa Might Be Your Perfect Match

Orihuela Costa combines seaside relaxation with modern convenience. With its wide choice of beaches, golf resorts, international schools, and bustling community, it’s one of the Costa Blanca’s top destinations for both living and investing.

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Property Market Snapshot

Orihuela Costa is one of Spain’s most diverse coastal markets—ranging from entry-level apartments to prime golf/beach villas. Supply is tight and buyer interest from retirees, families, digital nomads and international investors remains strong.

Highlights

  • Resale apartments: from €130k–€160k (entry in good areas; cheaper inland/older stock exists).

  • New-build townhouses: ~€250k–€300k+ (area examples around €260k–€280k).

  • Luxury villas: €500k–€800k typical; prime beach/golf €1.0m–€2.0m+. (Portal villa pages commonly start ~€499k; many list above €1m.) 

  • Buyer interest: retirees, families, digital nomads and overseas investors keep demand steady. 

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FAQs About Orihuela Costa

FAQs About Orihuela Costa | OriMar Living

Quick answers for buyers about safety, beaches & golf, transport, rentals, schools/healthcare and everyday living—styled in OriMar colours with hover open and mobile‑friendly click.

Yes—generally safe and family‑friendly, with established expat communities across La Zenia, Cabo Roig, Playa Flamenca, Punta Prima and Villamartín.

Helpful but not essential—many areas are walkable to beaches, shops and cafés. A car makes airport transfers, golf trips and day‑outs easier.

Blue‑Flag beaches with promenades and coves (La Zenia, Cabo Roig, Playa Flamenca, Punta Prima). Family‑friendly shallows and seasonal lifeguards.

Villamartín, Las Ramblas, Real Club de Campoamor and Las Colinas are within easy driving distance—great variety for all levels.

Moderate—local‑price cafés and services sit alongside international options. Zenia Boulevard offers affordable shopping and daily conveniences.

Yes—strong demand near beaches and golf. We advise on tourist‑licence requirements and community by‑laws for short‑ and long‑term lets.

Spanish public/charter schools serve the area, with private/international options nearby. Clinics and pharmacies are close; major hospitals are a short drive.

Alicante and Murcia (RMU) airports are motorway‑connected via the AP‑7—expect roughly 45–60 minutes depending on traffic and starting point.

Yes in most streets. We confirm provider coverage and speeds by address and arrange setup after purchase—ideal for remote workers.

Fees vary by complex and typically cover pools, gardens, lifts and maintenance. We disclose monthly/annual costs and any special assessments before you offer.

Many apartment buildings include underground spaces; townhouses often have driveways. We verify space size, storage and street‑parking rules per listing.

Beachfront and shopping areas are lively in summer; residential streets are calmer. We’ll shortlist homes to match your preferred ambience.

Resales can offer larger terraces and value; new builds add energy efficiency, lifts and modern layouts. We’ll compare running costs and HOA rules.

Yes—coastal promenades and local bus/taxi services link the micro‑areas. We can map routes from your preferred complex to beaches and shops.

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