Excellence Luxury Villas · Calpe
Luxury Villa Rentals in Calpe
Villas with private pools above the bay, in the shadow of the great rock of Ifach
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A fishing town, a salt lake and a rock rising out of the sea
Calpe is built around the Peñón de Ifach, a limestone rock of around 330 metres joined to the shore by a narrow neck of land. It is a natural park and the best-known landmark on the Costa Blanca. On one side of the rock is Arenal-Bol beach. On the other is La Fossa beach, with the fishing port at its foot. Behind them, flamingos wade in an old salt lagoon right in the middle of town.
Our collection runs to 220+ villas around Calpe. They range from modern houses with sea views on the hills above the bay to family villas with gardens, and they reach north along the Benissa coast to Moraira. Almost all have private pools.
Below is our guide to where to stay, what to do and when to come.
Calpe at a glance
- Villas
- 220+ in and around Calpe, with up to 10 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £800 to £1,700 a week, from around £500
- Best areas
- The hills above Calpe bay, the Benissa coast, and Moraira and Benitachell to the north
- Best time
- June to September for the beach; spring and autumn for walking and the October fiestas
- Airport
- Alicante, around an hour by road; Valencia, around an hour and a half
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
Casa Penyal Calpe: Stylish 3-Bedroom Apartment with Seaview & Pool – Calpe3 bedrooms
Villa Altea Ifach: Luxury 4-Bedroom Apartment with Pool & Sea Views – Calpe4 bedrooms
Castillo de Arena Spain3 bedrooms
Villa Chic Calpe Spain3 bedroomsWhere to stay in Calpe
Calpe itself for the beaches, the port and the old town, the Benissa coast for quiet coves, and Moraira and Benitachell for a more peaceful stretch of the Costa Blanca.
A climb, a lagoon and the evening catch
The path up the Peñón de Ifach is about five kilometres there and back. It passes through a tunnel cut into the rock and ends at the summit, with views to Ibiza on a clear day. The stretch beyond the tunnel is steep and rocky, so wear proper shoes and start early in summer.
Down below, the Salinas lagoon draws flamingos and herons, and a trail runs round it. By the sea are the Baños de la Reina, the remains of Roman fish ponds cut into the rock. On weekday afternoons the trawlers come home and the catch is sold at the Lonja, the fish market, where visitors can watch the auction from a gallery. The old town on the hill is quieter, with the medieval Torreó de la Peça and narrow lanes.
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Coves, pine and a slower pace
North of Calpe the high-rise seafront gives way to low hills of pine and villas. The Benissa coast is a run of small rocky coves, and a walking path follows the shore. Many of our villas are here, set back from the sea but within easy reach of it.
Further on, Moraira is a small harbour town with a fortress by the beach and a good Friday market. Benitachell climbs up to the Cumbre del Sol headland, high above Cala Moraig, a pebble cove with a sea cave beside it. This end of the coast suits anyone who wants long, quiet days, with Calpe's restaurants still close by for dinner.
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Altea, Guadalest and the Jalón valley
Altea is a short drive south. Its whitewashed old town climbs to a church with blue-tiled domes, and the lanes are full of small galleries and places to eat. Inland, the mountains rise quickly. The castle village of Guadalest sits on a rocky spur above a turquoise reservoir, and the Jalón valley is wine country, white with almond blossom in late winter. Most of this is within an hour of Calpe, which makes for easy day trips when you have had enough of the pool.
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Rice, fish and a fiesta by the sea
Calpe eats from its own boats. The local dish is llauna, fish from the bay baked in a tin tray with potato and tomato. Rice is the other staple, from arroz a banda cooked in fish stock to paella with seafood, and the restaurants by the port are the place to try both.
The beach season runs from June to September, and July and August are hot and busy. Spring and autumn are better for walking. In mid to late October the town holds its Moros y Cristianos fiestas, with parades, and Moorish boats landing for a staged battle on Arenal-Bol beach. Our concierge can book tables, boat trips and transfers.
Ask our conciergeFeatured villas in Calpe
Rent Can Bella Vista Spain7 bedrooms · sleeps 14From £3,234 a week
Villa Isas Spain5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £3,019 a week
Villa Esmeralda Manzanera Calpe: Luxury 2-Bedroom Apartment with Private Pool & Sea Views – Calpe2 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £2,807 a week
Stunning Panorama View Holiday Villa for Rent7 bedrooms · sleeps 14From £2,805 a week
Villa Mestral Toix Calpe: Spacious 5-Bedroom Golf Villa Rental with Private Pool & Sea Views – Calpe5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £2,702 a week
Villa Clara Spain5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £2,704 a week
Villa Amaya Spain3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £2,603 a week
Rent Villa Puerto Blanco Spain4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £2,576 a weekWhy book your Calpe villa with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
Calpe's villas run from busy hillsides above the bay to quiet pine-covered slopes towards Moraira, and we know which are an easy walk from a beach and which need a car. With 220+ properties in Calpe, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
Book direct
You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Restaurant tables by the port, boat trips along the coast, guides for the Peñón de Ifach, a private chef, car hire and transfers from Alicante or Valencia. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best place to stay in Calpe?
Villas on the hills above Calpe bay put you close to the beaches, the port and the old town. For quieter coves and more space, look at the Benissa coast north of town, or further on towards Moraira and Benitachell.
When is the best time to visit Calpe?
June to September is best for the beach, though July and August are hot and busy. Spring and autumn are better for walking up the Peñón de Ifach. The Moros y Cristianos fiestas are held in mid to late October.
Can you climb the Peñón de Ifach?
Yes. A path of around five kilometres there and back climbs through a tunnel in the rock to the summit. The upper section is steep and rocky, so wear good shoes and set off early on hot days. Many people walk only as far as the tunnel, where the views are already very good.
Can you arrange a private chef at a villa in Calpe?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury villa in Calpe cost?
Across our 220+ villas in Calpe, weekly rates typically range from £800 to £1,700, with the most affordable from around £500 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
Which airport is closest to Calpe?
Alicante airport is around an hour away by road. Valencia airport is around an hour and a half away and works well for villas at the northern end of the coast. Our concierge can arrange car hire or private transfers.
Are there villas in Calpe for large groups?
Yes. Our Calpe collection includes properties with up to 10 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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