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Jávea. Located between the capes of San Antonio and Nao, Jávea is one of the most important tourist destinations on the Costa Blanca. The historic quarter, located two kilometres away from the coastline, preserves a beautiful architecture, with emblematic monuments such as the church of San Bartolomé, the city's neuralgic centre.
- Arenal Beach
- Arenal Waterfront
- Historic Centre
- San-Bartolomé-Church
- Playa de La Granadella
- Montgó Natural Park
- Cabo de La Nao
- Archaeological and Ethnographic Museum
- Cabo San Antonio
- Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de Loreto
Many people arriving in Jávea will stop at this beach and go nowhere else for a few days. Playa de Arenal wins the Blue Flag year after year, and is also the only completely sandy beach in the resort. It’s almost half a kilometre in length and gains the award for its meticulous standards of cleanliness and possession almost every amenity you could ...
Tracing the beachfront next to Avenida de la Libertad is an exceptional shopping and dining district. The beachside is almost totally pedestrianised and very much a family place, with locals out jogging, walking their dogs and stopping by at ice cream parlours or cafes for a chat with friends. In the evening there’s a real urban bustle here: You ca...
The oldest area in Jávea was once enclosed by walls, and is set some way in from the coast, surrounding the Town Hall (Ayuntamiento). You can still spot remnants of these defences, such as at En Cairat. Over time the population spilled out, and there was no need for any fortifications, but you’ll know you’re in the old part of the town because the ...
One monument composed almost entirely of the distinctive local sandstone is this 16th-century church constructed in the Valencian gothic style. This rock was quarried at Cabo San Antonio, the promontory just to the north of Jávea. The church was constructed when Corsairs were a constant threat to coastal towns, which explains its tough, military ap...
Another Blue Flag beach is this cove, 130 metres long and hidden between two rugged headlands. These help keep the sea currents and winds away, so the water could hardly be calmer and clearer. The sea’s transparency attracts water sports enthusiasts, who use Grandella as the entry point for snorkelling and scuba diving. There’s also a floating plat...
This gargantuan rock has a constant presence in Jávea, rising to 753 metres just to the northwest of the town. The summit is actually a lot more achievable than its fearsome grey limestone stone cliffs make it seem. You can take the CV-736 road towards Dénia, parking by Les Planes Campo de Tiro. You won’t need any climbing equipment, just a good pa...
The southern edge of the bay is bounded by this colossal headland 120 metres above the water. It’s the easternmost point in the Community of Valencia and there are a few vantage points where you can get photos and vistas that stretch out to the Balearic Islands. There are also three restaurants on the cape, each with outdoor terraces blessed with t...
Jávea’s museum occupies one of its most significant civic buildings, La Casa-Palacio de Antoni Banyuls, built in the early-1600s. Antoni Banyuls was the royal butler of King Felipe II and his residence has a captivating facade made from Jávea’s local sandstone. The interior was renovated in the 1800s, but the original tiles remain, and are well wor...
Marking the northern limit of the Bay of Jávea is this headland with one of the most complete views of the area, including Arenal Beach, back to the monumental Montgó and down to Cabo de la Nao. If you’re visiting Jávea with kids you can drive up the CV-7362, which leads right up to the lighthouse where there’s a parking area. Bring a picnic and ba...
Clashing with the white buildings in the portside Duanes de la Mar neighbourhood is this 1967 modern church built with concrete and designed to evoke seafaring. It’s a piece of daring avant-garde design, relatively rare for religious buildings in Spain. The church is without corners and has an oval floor, with bare walls that culminate in a ring of...
Xàbia (Valencian:) or Jávea (Spanish:) is a coastal town and municipality in the comarca of Marina Alta, in the province of Alicante, Valencia, Spain, by the Mediterranean Sea. Situated on the side of the Montgó Massif , behind a wide bay and sheltered between two rocky headlands, the town has become a very popular small seaside resort and ...
Aug 22, 2021 · Javea is a small, historic town, free of high rise buildings offering a relaxing holiday atmosphere. The local people are friendly and affable. The clean, warm, blue Mediterranean Sea laps the beautiful beaches and coves that Javea has to offer. With its variety of landscape, ranging from sandy coastlines to rugged mountain areas, its mild year ...
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What to see in Jávea. The coves along the Jávea stretch of the coastline are veritable treasures of the Mediterranean. El Arenal is an ideal choice if you’re looking for services and a beach close to the town, whereas if you’re on the hunt for something a little bit wilder, don’t miss El Portitxol cove, which offers a full day out spent ...
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Dionis Boutique Hotel & Spa. Hotel in Jávea. Located in Jávea, 1.4 miles from Playa del Arenal, Dionis Boutique Hotel & Spa provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden. 9.7. Exceptional.
Jan 5, 2019 · Things start pretty late in Spain so be ready for a long, but fun night. 5. Go hiking. Jávea has a few different hiking options, including five official trails ranging from easy scenic walks to a 10-mile hike to the top of the mountain of Montgó. Guides are available through the Tourist Office, but guests are also free to explore on their own.
