If you've been Googling best beaches in Moraira, you've probably already noticed that most results give you a generic list with stock photos that look nothing like reality. I've lived on the Costa Blanca for ten years, and Moraira is genuinely one of my favourite places on the entire coastline — not because it's the biggest or flashiest resort, but because it still feels real. The beaches here are small, the water is extraordinary, and if you pick the right spot at the right time, you'll wonder why anyone goes to Benidorm.
May is, without question, one of the best times to visit. The sea temperature is hitting around 19–20°C, the summer crowds haven't arrived yet, and you can actually get a sunbed without a 7am reservation. Let me walk you through every beach in Moraira worth knowing about.
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Find rentals →Playa El Portet — The Crown Jewel
If Moraira has one postcard beach, El Portet is it. This horseshoe-shaped bay sits about 1.5km south of the town centre and is consistently rated among the best beaches on the Costa Blanca. The water is genuinely turquoise — not the murky green you get further north — and because the bay is sheltered, it stays calm even when there's a bit of wind.
The beach is about 300 metres long and mostly fine gravel with some sand sections near the waterline. It's Blue Flag certified, which matters if you have kids who'll be in the water all day. There are sunbeds and parasols for hire (around €8–10 for a set in early season), two solid beach bars, and toilets. Parking is the main challenge — the car park at the far end of the beach fills up by 10am in July and August. In May you'll be fine arriving at 11.
My honest tip: walk around the rocky headland to the right of El Portet at low tide and you'll find a series of flat rocks that are perfect for snorkelling. The seagrass meadows here are home to sea horses — I've spotted them twice over the years.
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Playa de l'Ampolla — The Town Beach
Right in the centre of Moraira, just below the 16th-century castle, Playa de l'Ampolla is the most convenient beach if you're staying in the town itself. It's smaller than El Portet — maybe 150 metres — and gets more local foot traffic, which I actually like. You'll see Spanish families having proper lunches on the sand, old men fishing from the rocks, kids on paddleboards.
The beach has good facilities including a chiringuito that does a solid menú del día for €14. The castle backdrop makes for genuinely great photos. Be aware that the parking in the town centre is limited; the blue-zone spaces fill up quickly, and the free parking is a 10-minute walk.
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Cala del Andragó — For Those Who Want Peace
This is the one I tell friends about when they ask for a secret. Cala del Andragó sits within a small natural reserve about 2km north of Moraira towards Cap d'Or, and getting there requires either a short hike (around 20 minutes on a well-marked path from the Cap d'Or car park) or a kayak. There is no road access, which is exactly why it's so peaceful.
The cala itself is maybe 60 metres wide, with rocks and very clear water that sits in a protected area — no motorboats allowed. Bring your own food and water, there are no facilities whatsoever. I'd also bring reef shoes because the entry is rocky. But the snorkelling is genuinely world-class for the Mediterranean — you'll see mullet, sea bream, octopus, and if you're lucky, a moray eel lurking under a ledge.
Best visited on a weekday morning. By 1pm even this remote spot gets a few visitors.
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Playa La Ampolla Nord — The Quiet Extension
Just north of the main town beach, La Ampolla Nord is often overlooked because it's not signposted. Walk past the fishing harbour and you'll find it: a narrow strip of sand and gravel that's usually much less busy than its neighbour. It catches the afternoon sun beautifully and has a lovely view across to the cape. No facilities, but the Yacht Club bar is a 2-minute walk.
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Playa Les Platgetes — Family Favourite
Heading south from El Portet, Les Platgetes is actually a string of three small beaches separated by rocky outcrops. Each has slightly different character: the northernmost is most popular with young families because the water is very shallow for 20 or 30 metres; the middle one attracts snorkellers; the southern section is where you'll find the nudists (officially tolerated, if that matters to you).
The road down to Les Platgetes is narrow and parking is very limited — maybe 20 spaces. In June through August I strongly recommend leaving the car at El Portet and walking the 15-minute coastal path instead. It's a beautiful walk anyway.
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Practical Beach Information for Moraira
Getting there: Moraira is not served by public transport in any meaningful way. You need a car, or you can rent a bike/scooter from a couple of places in town. The nearest train station is Benissa or Calpe, both about 15km away.
Parking costs: Most town centre parking is blue zone — €1–1.50 per hour. El Portet has a paid car park (around €3–4 per hour in season). Cap d'Or is free but limited.
Water quality: Excellent throughout. Moraira consistently achieves the highest bathing water quality ratings in the Valencia region. The seagrass (Posidonia oceanica) beds are a sign of a healthy ecosystem — don't anchor on them if you have a boat.
Best months: May, June, September and early October. July and August are hot, busy and expensive. May in particular is magical — warm enough to swim, cool enough to enjoy a walk, and the town feels genuinely relaxed.
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Where to Stay in Moraira
To make the most of these beaches, staying locally is the obvious move. Most visitors stay in villas or apartments with pools — which makes perfect sense when you're travelling as a family or couple and want the flexibility of your own space.
At JV Properties we have a carefully selected range of holiday rentals in Moraira — from compact apartments in the town centre to large villas near El Portet with private pools and sea views. Booking directly through us saves you up to 18% compared to what you'd pay on Airbnb or Booking.com for the same property, because we don't charge platform fees on top of the rental price.
Browse all available properties in Moraira and the Costa Blanca — you can filter by beach proximity, pool, number of bedrooms and more.
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Final Thoughts
Moraira's beaches won't impress you with their size — this isn't Playa de San Juan. What they will do is give you some of the clearest water on the Spanish Mediterranean coast, real local atmosphere, and the kind of quiet that's increasingly hard to find in June, let alone August. Come in May if you possibly can. The mimosas are still flowering, the restaurants are happy to see you, and you'll have El Portet almost to yourself before 10am.
Any questions about specific beaches or the area in general? Drop us a message — we've been here long enough to know where the best fish is served and which chiringuito has the coldest beer.
