Moraira
Moraira is the coastal centre of the municipality of Teulada-Moraira, in the north of the province of Alicante on the Costa Blanca. It is a small village with a marina, an eighteenth-century castle on the beach and some 8 kilometres of coast with sandy beaches and rocky coves. This page gives you an overview of all the information about Moraira on our site, arranged by subject.
Getting to know the village
What kind of place Moraira is, how big it is and where it came from, you can read in Moraira in brief. The heart of the village is the marina, with the castle and l’Ampolla beach beside it. The weekly market is held every Friday morning; there is more about that under shops and market in Moraira.
Beaches and nature
Moraira has three sandy beaches and a series of rocky coves; El Portet and Les Platgetes hold the Blue Flag in 2026. Everything about the beaches in Moraira and the beaches nearby is on separate pages. Walkers start with the walking routes around Moraira, including the marked climb to the sixteenth-century watchtower on the Cap d’Or.
What to do, eating and sport
| Subject | Page |
|---|---|
| Activities and outings | What is there to do in Moraira? |
| Restaurants, bars and beach clubs | Food and drink in Moraira |
| Golf, tennis, water sports and more | Sport in Moraira |
| Day trips in the region | Costa Blanca |
When to go and how to get there
Moraira has a Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters. The figures month by month are under the weather and climate in Moraira; which season suits you best is explained under the best time to visit Moraira. If you are staying longer, wintering in Moraira is useful. The nearest airports are Alicante and Valencia; routes, flights, hire car and bus are under travelling to Moraira.
Practical matters during your stay
Emergency numbers, cash machines and the tourist office are under practical information Moraira. For doctors, pharmacies and hospitals there is the page medical care in Moraira.
Staying at Calamora in Moraira
Calamora is in the heart of Moraira, on the central roundabout beside the centuries-old olive tree. We rent out our two apartments ourselves, so you book directly with us, without a middleman — an ideal base from which to discover the village and the rest of the Costa Blanca.
A maximum of 4 guests may stay here (infants not included).
You will not be charged yet
Why book directly with us
- No middleman and no booking fees
- Twenty per cent today, the rest only six weeks before you travel
- Plans changed? Your payment moves with you to another date
- Personal contact with us about arrival, keys and tips
Frequently asked questions about Moraira
Where is Moraira?
Moraira is on the Costa Blanca, in the municipality of Teulada in the province of Alicante (Spain). It is a quiet coastal village between Calpe and Jávea.
What makes Moraira special?
Moraira has a strict maximum building height, so there are no large blocks of flats. White houses, narrow streets around the old church, a pleasant marina and a weekly market set the tone.
What is there to do in Moraira?
Around Moraira you will find beaches and coves, water sports at the marina, walking routes, restaurants and terraces, and day trips to places such as Calpe, Jávea and Benissa. Our Moraira pages tell you more.
When is the best time to go to Moraira?
Moraira is pleasant all year round. Summer is busy and hot; the shoulder seasons (April to June and September to October) are quieter with mild temperatures.
How do I book an apartment at Calamora?
You book directly with us, without a middleman. Select your dates above to see availability and price, or get in touch with us.
Weather and climate in Moraira
Wintering in Moraira
Marina
Medical care in Moraira
Travelling to Moraira
Sport in Moraira
Food and drink in Moraira
Beaches in Moraira
Shops and market in Moraira
Things to do in Moraira
Day trip to Calpe
Practical information Moraira
Best time to visit Moraira
Moraira in brief
