Port Denia
Denia - Ctra. Denia-Jávea, 48
Hotel Port Denia lies just 50 metres from Denia’s La Marineta Beach and offers outdoor pools for adults and children.
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With numerous natural and cultural attractions Dénia is the perfect destination for a day trip from Alicante, but we are sure you will love it and want to stay longer.
You could spend a whole week just exploring the beaches and coves in and around Dénia, from the urban ones with excellent facilities to the more secluded and wild ones suitable for those who don’t like the hustle and bustle.
You will also need more than one day to sample the delicacies of the local cuisine. Dénia is a true gastronomic paradise, famous for its local speciality: the prized red shrimp, celebrated every year during a cooking competition that attracts chefs from all over the world.
For a romantic atmosphere of yesteryear, visit the picturesque Baix la Mar, an old fishing quarter, or immerse yourself in the folklore of traditional festivals.
Whatever reason brings you to Dénia, the time spent here will never seem enough.
Dénia Castle is a true symbol of the city. Built in the 16th century, it dominates the city from the top of a hill. The walk to the castle is partly shaded and very pleasant.
The castle ticket includes admission to the Archaeological Museum, located in the upper part of the castle. Four rooms retrace the history of the city in the Iberian, Roman, Muslim and Christian eras.
Dénia’s main street is calle Marqués de Campo, a tree-lined avenue lined with shops, bars and restaurants where locals and tourists alike come to stroll or rest on a bench and watch the people go by.
Beautiful historical buildings line the avenue. Take a look at number 17, an old hotel in the city built in 1888, with a wonderful façade decorated in Portuguese azulejos; today it is a restaurant.
Another nice avenue for a stroll and some shopping is Explanada Cervantes, a tree-lined promenade dedicated to the famous Spanish writer, who landed in Dénia during his imprisonment in Argel in 1580. In summer, the avenue fills with colourful stalls selling local handicrafts.
Dénia’s most picturesque and emblematic neighbourhood is undoubtedly the Barrio Baix la Mar, which was born and remained until the 1970s a maritime neighbourhood, where fishermen’s houses alternated with shops and warehouses selling fishing articles.
Wander around the district’s streets and squares such as the beautiful Plaza de Sant Antoni and Plaza de la Creu, take pictures of the low, colourful houses, almost all with beautiful flowered balconies, and allow yourself to be captivated by the romantic and somewhat nostalgic atmosphere of Baix la Mar.
At the Dénia Ethnological Museum you can discover how the 19th century bourgeois families who made their fortune in Dénia through the sultana trade lived. On display are photographs, clothes, work and everyday objects, furnishings and other luxury items.
Strolling through the city centre, you will come across the city’s three historical churches:
This is a defensive tower from the 16th century that forms part of the fortifications erected along the coast to prevent the frequent incursions of Berber pirates. Truncated cone-shaped, it is 13.5 metres high and stands in a panoramic position overlooking the sea at the end of Carretera de Les Rotes, on the border of Dénia’s municipal territory.
It can only be reached on foot, with a pleasant walk through a beautiful natural landscape.
The city of Dénia has a distinct gastronomic vocation. Thanks to the fresh local produce from the sea and land, the area’s culinary tradition has always been rich and imaginative, but the inventiveness of chefs and restaurateurs has recently given new impetus to this tasty heritage, so much so that Dénia city of gastronomy was awarded the title of UNESCO Creative City in 2015.
During your visit to Dénia, don’t shy away from the chance to taste delicious local recipes such as arròs a banda, espencat, la llandeta and suquet de peix: find out what they are in one of the city’s more than 300 restaurants. Also try sea urchins and red shrimp, a true local speciality.
To experience the local gastronomic culture in its authentic spirit, visit the city’s markets, where you can admire, smell, taste and, of course, buy fresh local produce such as fish, vegetables and meat.
Not to be missed is the General Fish Market at the port of Dénia: from mid-afternoon onwards, you can see the fishermen’s boats returning to shore with the daily catch, which will then be sold to the public.
Also of interest is the Public Market, where cooking demonstrations and tastings are held on Friday afternoons, as well as theatre performances, concerts and other small events.
There are also numerous district markets and some markets organised at fairs and events.
Of course, Dénia, like all towns on the Costa Blanca, is also famous for beach tourism. Many people come here attracted by the beautiful sandy beaches and azure waters that can be easily reached from the city. The perfect destination for a beach holiday in Spain, in short!
Situated in the middle of a natural bay at the foot of the Montgò mountain, Dénia has around 20 km of coastline and is definitely a great destination for beach lovers. You can choose from a number of very different beaches, mostly sandy in the north and rocky and steep in the south.
If you want to play it safe, choose those that have been awarded the Blue Flag in recent years: Punta del Raset, Les marines, Les bovetes, Els Molins , El trampolí, Punta Negra, Arenetes and La Cala.
Confirming the city’s gastronomic vocation, many of Dénia’s most important events feature food.
The most prestigious event is undoubtedly the International Creative Cuisine Competition of the Red Prawn, a competition in which around 50 international chefs compete each year to creatively cook Dénia’s famous red prawn.
It is very impressive to attend one of Dénia’s traditional festivals because here, as in many other Spanish cities, they are very popular.
Among the most famous are the bonfire festival in March and the Bous la Mar festival in July. The latter is a less bloody version of similar Spanish fiestas, in which a bull is let loose in the streets of the city. Here, however, the bull is not mistreated, young people run through the streets in safety and the festival ends with a bull and bullfighter’s bath in the sea.
But above all, the craziest fiesta in Denia is undoubtedly the fiesta de Moros y Cristianos (Moors’ and Christians’ festival), an unmissable festival held for an entire fortnight in August (the exact dates vary from year to year), one of the most important celebrations in the entire area, run by the FEMMICC, the Federation of Moors and Christians of Denia. Parades throughout the city, musical art groups, singing, dancing, gala dinners and popular paella dinners: the calendar of events is packed, culminating in the fireworks display and procession held on the last two days. During the celebrations Denia goes crazy, it is crowded and the atmosphere is very pleasant. A little less so if you don’t like crowds!
The choice of accommodation in Denia offers numerous possibilities for every need and budget. The historic centre is home to boutique hotels in old buildings, perfect for soaking up the authentic atmosphere of the city and having restaurants and shops close at hand. Along Playa Las Marinas are modern beachfront resorts with swimming pools and spas, ideal for families and those seeking complete comfort. The quieter Les Rotes area, close to the Montgó Natural Park, features luxury villas and flats with spectacular views of the rocky coastline.
For those looking for budget accommodation, the harbour area offers numerous 2-3 star hotels and hostels, while inland you will find agritourisms and rural houses surrounded by orange groves. In the summer period, it is advisable to book well in advance, especially for seafront establishments. The areas of La Pedrera and Les Marines are ideal for long-term rentals or holiday flats, with easy access to beaches and essential services.
We offer a selection of hotels at Dénia to suit all categories of travellers. The most booked by tourists are the sea-facing hotels, often right on the beach. If you want to play it safe, choose one of the following: they are among the most booked hotels in Dénia, sorted by number of reviews.
If you prefer space, privacy and the ability to prepare your own meals to a hotel holiday, book a holiday home at Dénia. We recommend a few below, but in this case we advise you to book early because houses and apartments for rent at Dénia are in high demand.
Dénia is located halfway between Alicante Airport in the south and ValenciaAirport in the north. From Alicante, with a rental car, you can reach Dénia by car in about an hour by taking the A7 motorway to exit number 62.
There is also a direct bus that connects the two cities in about one and a half hours.
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