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Writer's pictureAbhijit Kejriwal

Best Beachside hostels in Alicante, Spain for Solo Travellers

Updated: Jun 25

Alicante is a lively city in the south of Valencia in Spain’s sunny Costa Blanca, renowned for its nightlife, stunning beaches and historic architecture. Solo travellers love the long, sandy beaches, but Alicante’s many charms include its old town, hilltop castle, art collections, history, fine foods, nightlife and fiery fiestas.


Beautiful sandy beach of alicante

Some of the other popular tourist attractions in the city include the old town, the Alcazaba fortress, and the Santa Carola church.



Alicante is also famous for its delicious local cuisine, which includes seafood, rice dishes, and traditional Spanish olives. With its rich history and stunning scenery, Alicante is certainly worth visiting if you're ever in the area.



Alicante has more recently become a hot spot for solo travellers who are looking to enjoy the beach and get some well deserved sun during their travels. 


Whether you’re exploring history, enjoying the beaches, or soaking up the town’s vibes, Alicante offers a memorable experience for everyone. Imagine going to a beautiful sandy beach and basking in the sun enjoying the vibe of Eastern Spain.


Here are the 3 best beachside hostels in Alicante for Solo Travellers:


  1. Vad Hostel Alicante


Vad Hostel is an oasis for solo travellers who want to explore the charming city of Alicante. Being a relatively new and luxurious hostel, Vad hostel has a massive common room for solo travellers to mingle with other backpackers and plan their beach days.


Located just steps from the center, with a pleasant walk you will discover all the characteristic places such as La Plaza de Toros, El Mercado Central, Castillo de Santa Bárbara, Calle Castaños (party area and bars).

Social hostel in ALicante. Vad hostel. Close to the beach and good for female solo travellers to enjoy the sandy beaches.

The receptionists are also extremely friendly as they help you with all the doubts you have, we will take you to the best places, we will recommend where to eat, where to go dancing, the beaches, all the tips so that you can visit the destination like a true local, get out of the touristy and connect with those corners that the Internet does not offer you. Their property is air conditioned and clean for you to enjoy a comfortable stay. 




2. Zenia Hostel


Zenia hostel offers accommodation in a traditional Spanish estate for travellers to enjoy a light, quiet and easygoing life. The house, although built in the 1980's, has been refurbished in a fresh and natural recup-style, giving a new use to items in a way no one would imagine. The size and capacity of the installations encourages the guests to socialize and plan their day trips to the beach.


The pool is lovely and  is a great place to unwind and relax. It is also walking distance to many beaches, grocery stores, and a shopping mall making it the most centrally located hostels in Alicante.


Best social hostels near the beach in ALicante for solo travellers wanting to get some sun

So if you are looking for a hostel that offers easy access to the beach and a pool, Zenia Hostel is the right place for you. 



3. Ole Backpackers Hostel


A cosy backpackers hostel located right in the centre of Alicante, close to the main street, next to the ''Mercado Central'', which is the main market of the city. This hostel is close to everything you may need: 10 min walk to the beach, 5 min from the train station and 5 min to the old town (where you can find the best pubs, bars and restaurants)....OH! And don't forget to visit the Arabian ''Santa Barbara's'' Castle which is right NEXT TO THE HOSTEL!!!


Social vibe of Ole Backpacker hostel. Best hostel to enjoy the beach as a solo traveler. Ole backpacker hostel

The live music evenings make Ole Backpackers a to go place for solo travellers wanting to enjoy the vibe. The PubCrawl, in Netflix night, walking tours and trips to the beach will energize you during your trip to Alicante.



Enjoy the beauty of Alicante! The eye catching vibe, beach activities and amazing social vibe at these hostels will make your trip to Alicante worth it. Meet other solo travellers and explore the beautiful sandy beaches in Alicante!


beautiful scenic views of alicant, spain. best for solo travelers.

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