in Costa Blanca, Spain
Melia Alicante
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The one for families who want a city break with a beach attached. Melia Alicante sits on its own spit between the marina and Postiguet beach, a ten-minute walk from the old town, castle and tapas streets. There is an outdoor pool (seasonal), a high-season kids mini club and, most usefully, no need for a car at all.
Our verdict
The best base if you want city sights, real Spanish life and a beach without hiring a car. Less suited to families set on a full-day resort and kids club routine.
The rooms
A large hotel where every room has a private terrace looking over the marina or the sea. Rooms vary from older to freshly renovated, so it is worth asking for a refurbished sea-view room; family rooms are available for four.
At a glance
- Base
- City and beach
- Beach
- Postiguet on foot
- Getting around
- No car needed
- Kids club
- Seasonal mini club
How the KidProof Score works
Every hotel is rated on eight things families actually care about, then weighted by how much each one drives your choice. Room setup counts the most. The little touches break the ties.
Sleeps how many? Connecting rooms, family suites, a real extra bed?
Clean travel cot, high chair, bottle warmer, changing table, kit to borrow.
Shallow pool or paddling area, playground, kids club (free or paid).
Quick breakfast, kids menus, allergy options, snacks on hand.
Secured windows, protected corners, watched pool, well kept grounds.
Laundry, in-room fridge, stroller access, parking, reliable Wi-Fi.
Close to family attractions, easy transport, park tickets or access.
Welcome gift for the child, staff who talk to kids, themed rooms.
Why families love it
- Between the marina and Postiguet beach, all rooms with a terrace
- Ten-minute walk to Alicante's old town and castle
- High-season kids mini club for ages five to twelve
- No car needed, tram and airport links are easy
🗓️A day here with kids
- 9:00
Breakfast with a sea view
Big buffet before a morning of sightseeing.
- 10:30
Old town and castle
Walk the ramparts before it gets too hot.
- 13:30
Beach and pool
Postiguet is a two-minute walk; then the hotel pool.
- 19:00
Tapas in the old town
Early family dinner among the painted streets.
Family things to do nearby
Santa Barbara castle
Hilltop fortress with ramparts to explore and huge bay views, reached by lift or on foot.
Postiguet beach
The city beach right beside the hotel, easy for a quick swim between sights.
Old town and marina
Tapas streets, ice cream and boats to look at, all within a short walk.
Is it right for your kids?
Baby
0 to 1 yr
Workable but this is a busy city hotel with a modest pool, better once children are older.
Toddler
1 to 3 yrs
The beach next door helps, though the city bustle suits toddlers less than a resort.
Kid
4 to 11 yrs
The sweet spot: castle, beach, ice cream and boats all within a short walk.
Teen
12 yrs and up
Teens love the freedom of a walkable city with a beach and marina on the doorstep.
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Parents also ask
Can we manage without a car?
Easily; the beach, old town and tram are all on foot, and the airport is a short taxi or bus ride.
Is there a kids club?
A mini club runs in high season for ages five to twelve; outside those months there is no club, so plan on city and beach days.
Which room should we ask for?
Ask for a renovated room with a sea-view terrace; the older rooms are dated and the sea side is quieter and prettier.
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