The town of Altea has something to offer which other towns and cities in the province of Alicante cannot: peace and tranquility. Its residents take pride in having successfully retained and preserved the old Spanish charm of the town, encouraging tourists to visit while maintaining the natural environment surrounding the town. It is an effective combination of the traditional aspects of the town, in consideration with the natural surroundings while continuing to modernize with the times. There are recent urban developments such as restaurants and hoteles en Altea being constructed within the town but these have not caused a deterioration or change with the town’s mystique.
Altea is divided into three different sections. There is the coastal area where residents and travelers alike can enjoy a walk or swim along the beaches and enjoy the view along its terraces. The second is the urban center where the more modern structures are built and located. Lastly is what is known as the Old Town. In this area, the more traditional aspects from the town’s rich history are preserved where future generations of residents, history buffs and tourists can enjoy and appreciate the atmosphere. It is much like a travel back into time when strolling along this part of town.
Because the town still strongly resembles a traditional Spanish town, numerous artists, painters, writers and even actors come to Altea to relax and find inspiration. However, these types of tourists do not take the usual route and stay in places away from the busier streets and areas of town. Normally, they stay where churches or local restaurants are situated to get a better sense of the local culture and cuisine. Other travelers commonly stay by the area near the hill within town. This is where the urban center is located, where the more modern aspects of town are built right alongside each other. The more contemporary conveniences can be found here as well as the more modern hotels.
It is often advised that when looking for hotel accommodations, preparations and reservations should be done as early as possible. There are numerous hotels located within the town of Altea. Information regarding some hotels can be accessed online. Compare hotels and rates of several hotels before deciding on one. Some Internet sites which have hotel listings often have tools which allow interested patrons to compare several hotels and packages at one time. Much like flight rates, hotel rates also change depending on the season so it is important to try changing the factors to see if the rates change with the dates, the duration of the stay or other factors. Read the packages carefully to see what services are included. Consider the amenities and services needed during the trip. Those that will not be used extensively should be prioritized less.
The Internet is a powerful tool which can be used to compare several hotels and deals but is not comprehensive. There are several hotels which do not have their own sites yet. During the off peak seasons, it is possible to make the reservations manually. This allows tourists to see the actual premises and services and will allow tourists to personally ask other patrons about their stay in the hotel.
There are numerous hoteles en Altea worth considering. For a view of the beaches, there are several hotels such as Hotel Villa Gadea Beach and the Hotel Cap Negret. The Hotel Melia Altea Hills has a great view of both the mountains as well as the beaches. For tourists visiting the Old Town, worth looking into are the Hotel Abaco Inn and the Hostal El Fornet.