By Laura Kemp • Updated: 03 May 2023 • 13:33
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The beautiful city of El Albir (L’Albir) boasts a warm climate, 600 metres of crystal clear coastline, no shortage of shops, restaurants and bars and stunning views – making it the perfect place to relocate to.
To make moving to El Albir a bit easier, the Euro Weekly News has put together this handy guide to everything you need to know before making the decision.
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The closest airport to El Albir is Alicante Airport just 33 miles away and it is sandwiched in between the popular resorts of Benidorm and Altea, making it a great location to see more of the beautiful Costa Blanca.
The average price of property for sale in El Albir is €420,000, according to real estate experts such as Think Spain.
In this beautiful area of the Costa Blanca, you will find property types to suit everyone from singles to couples and families to retirees. The most popular types of property are villas, with many people relocating to enjoy outdoor spaces such as pools and lush gardens, considering the warm climate for most of the year.
You will also have plenty of apartments, townhouses, flats and fincas to choose from, depending on what takes your fancy!
Our top pick Clinica Britannia Clinica Britannia is an officially registered private healthcare centre, complying with all the standards and regulations of local health authorities. Their main language spoken is English, however, German, Russian, French and Spanish is also fluently spoken by the staff who deal with all of your healthcare and dental needs. Both expats living permanently on the Costa Blanca and visitors are welcomed at the surgery, where they provide services including nurses, general practitioners, dentists (veneers, orthodontics and implants), medical specialists (consultant physician, skin and hair specialist, gynaecologist, urologist, psychiatrist, ophthalmologist, aesthetic medicine), non-surgical treatments (haemorrhoids & varicose veins), surgeons (general, digestive, orthopaedic, plastic & aesthetic), allied health professionals (counsellor, psychologist, physiotherapist, osteopath, chiropractor, podiatrist, chiropodist, audiologist), and well-being specialists (detox & anti-ageing treatments). Address: Avenida Ejercitos Españoles 16-BIS (next to 16), First Floor, 1D 03710 Calpe Open: 9am until 5pm Telephone: (+34) 965 837 553 or (+34) 965 837 851 Emergency 24/7 telephone: (+34) 607 255 755 Email: britannia.calpe@gmail.com Website: Click here Sponsored
Our top pick
Clinica Britannia is an officially registered private healthcare centre, complying with all the standards and regulations of local health authorities.
Their main language spoken is English, however, German, Russian, French and Spanish is also fluently spoken by the staff who deal with all of your healthcare and dental needs.
Both expats living permanently on the Costa Blanca and visitors are welcomed at the surgery, where they provide services including nurses, general practitioners, dentists (veneers, orthodontics and implants), medical specialists (consultant physician, skin and hair specialist, gynaecologist, urologist, psychiatrist, ophthalmologist, aesthetic medicine), non-surgical treatments (haemorrhoids & varicose veins), surgeons (general, digestive, orthopaedic, plastic & aesthetic), allied health professionals (counsellor, psychologist, physiotherapist, osteopath, chiropractor, podiatrist, chiropodist, audiologist), and well-being specialists (detox & anti-ageing treatments).
Address: Avenida Ejercitos Españoles 16-BIS (next to 16), First Floor, 1D 03710 Calpe
Open: 9am until 5pm
Telephone: (+34) 965 837 553 or (+34) 965 837 851
Emergency 24/7 telephone: (+34) 607 255 755
Email: britannia.calpe@gmail.com
Website: Click here
Our top pick Albir Dental Studio Albir Dental Studio has been a trusted dental clinic in Albir since 2008, with Dr Ruben Gamboa and Dr Romina Tessaro offering their clients personalised and professional treatment depending on their needs. Both dental professionals have over 20 years of experience in the field and their multilingual assistant, speaking English, Norwegian and Spanish, will make you feel comfortable throughout the treatment period. Albir Dental Studio does it all, offering emergency dental care, consultations via WhatsApp, finance options without interest, treatment warranty and displacement services. The clinic is easy to get to and has ample parking, with clients travelling from as far as Murcia and Denia. Whether you are looking for a simple check-up, teeth alignment, whitening, or a whole reconstruction of your smile, find out what Albir Dental Studio can do for you and speak with one of their experienced team members today. Open: 9:30am until 5pm Mondays and Tuesdays Address: Calle Manuel de Fallas 1, 1B Edificio Primavera, 03581 Telephone: 966 86 51 31 WhatsApp: 679 581 760 Email: info@albirdentalstudio.com Website: Click here Sponsored
Albir Dental Studio has been a trusted dental clinic in Albir since 2008, with Dr Ruben Gamboa and Dr Romina Tessaro offering their clients personalised and professional treatment depending on their needs. Both dental professionals have over 20 years of experience in the field and their multilingual assistant, speaking English, Norwegian and Spanish, will make you feel comfortable throughout the treatment period.
Albir Dental Studio does it all, offering emergency dental care, consultations via WhatsApp, finance options without interest, treatment warranty and displacement services. The clinic is easy to get to and has ample parking, with clients travelling from as far as Murcia and Denia.
Whether you are looking for a simple check-up, teeth alignment, whitening, or a whole reconstruction of your smile, find out what Albir Dental Studio can do for you and speak with one of their experienced team members today.
Open: 9:30am until 5pm Mondays and Tuesdays
Address: Calle Manuel de Fallas 1, 1B Edificio Primavera, 03581
Telephone: 966 86 51 31
WhatsApp: 679 581 760
Email: info@albirdentalstudio.com
There are many things to do if you decide to move to Albir and lots of ways to get involved in local life.
With its long stretch of coastline, Playa del Albir doesn’t get too overcrowded even in the summer months and has a variety of shops and restaurants nearby.
El Albir’s walk of fame (Paseo de las Estrellas) emulates the one in LA with a mosaic pavement in which the names of some actors and actresses of the national star system are carved in stone and bronze tiles.
Pick up a bargain while walking around the local market in El Albir, it’s also a great place to purchase local produce at lower prices.
Spend some hours exploring the Serra Gelada up to the Alfaz lighthouse, where you will see breathtaking panoramic views of the coast and surrounding areas.
Hipica Sierra Helada, located in the beautiful Serra Gelada, offers hacks for experienced riders and beginners.
El Albir’s cricket club is perhaps the most popular cricket club for UK touring sides. With fantastic views, a great bar serving food and drinks and excellent viewing areas – what more could a cricket enthusiast want?’
Get to know the variety of restaurants and bars to enjoy in El Albir, many with terraces to enjoy the Mediterranean climate.
You can buy day tickets for experiences at Terra Natura and Aqua Natura, a new generation animal park and a huge water park that is fun for all the family.
One of the best-preserved examples of traditional Roman baths in the Valencian Community, this open-air museum contains the ruins of a villa from Roman times.
Plummet down a massive 13-story slide, take your kids to the wave pool or watch an animal show in one of the oldest water parks in Spain.
Our top pick 1. Universal Lounge Bar Albir Located in the multinational city of Albir, the Universal Lounge Bar caters to everyone. A ‘beer lovers paradise’ serving 150 different beers, makes this a very unique place to visit. Boasting each beer in its original glass plus 8 drafts on tap shows that owner Alain takes pride in what he does. Having run and owned the bar for 14 years, the longest in the area, Alain ensures that everything in his bar is the best quality. From his state of the art coffee machine serving coffee enthusiasts with the best Illy coffee to the draft taps serving some exclusive beers, Alain caters to his customers. Serving regular guests from Scandinavia, Belgium, Holland, England and Spain all year round, the bar provides the perfect combination of food, fabulous beers and coffee and a friendly atmosphere – making it a destination you must visit when you are in the area. Open: 9:30am until 9pm, 9am until 5pm on Sunday, closed on Thursdays Address: Av de l’Albir, 68, bajo, 03581 L’Albir Website: Click here Facebook: Click here Sponsored
Located in the multinational city of Albir, the Universal Lounge Bar caters to everyone. A ‘beer lovers paradise’ serving 150 different beers, makes this a very unique place to visit. Boasting each beer in its original glass plus 8 drafts on tap shows that owner Alain takes pride in what he does.
Having run and owned the bar for 14 years, the longest in the area, Alain ensures that everything in his bar is the best quality. From his state of the art coffee machine serving coffee enthusiasts with the best Illy coffee to the draft taps serving some exclusive beers, Alain caters to his customers.
Serving regular guests from Scandinavia, Belgium, Holland, England and Spain all year round, the bar provides the perfect combination of food, fabulous beers and coffee and a friendly atmosphere – making it a destination you must visit when you are in the area.
Open: 9:30am until 9pm, 9am until 5pm on Sunday, closed on Thursdays
Address: Av de l’Albir, 68, bajo, 03581 L’Albir
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Three Lions is a great place to watch sports while having a drink! There is a great expat atmosphere here.
Open: 1pm until 1am
Address: Calle Manuel de Falla, 03581, Albir
Brew Rock is a lively atmosphere where you can watch live music performances almost every day of the week.
Open: 10am until 4am
Address: Carretera del Albir, 25 03590 Altea
The Church is a genuine and friendly Irish pub regularly hosting ‘dinner and a show’ nights, complete with lots of live music, entertainment and a fun atmosphere.
Open: 10am until 10pm
Address: Cami Vell d’Altea, 26, 03581 L’Albir
This beautifully decorated bar located on the beachfront has great views and a fun atmosphere to enjoy a cocktail.
Open: 10am until 12:30am, 10am until 1am on Mondays
Address: Carretera del Albir 17 03590 Altea
There’s no shortage of restaurants and cafes to explore when you move to El Albir. Check out our top 10 places to eat.
Our top pick 1. No-Mad Albir No-Mad Albir will take you on a gastronomic journey through various exciting culinary traditions, surprising your senses with tastes, flavours and aromas to delight your palate. All of their dishes are accompanied by a wide selection of wines, many from the region, made with grapes and processes as innovative as their dishes. With specialities including poke bowls, incredible salads, meats, fish and international dishes, there is something available for all tastes as well as vegetarian and vegan options. No-Mad also welcomes you to celebrate your birthdays, business dinners or special parties at the restaurant and will personalise menus according to your preferences. As one of the most highly recommended restaurants in the area for locals and visitors, the friendly staff at No-Mad are ready to welcome you! Open: 10am until 12am Booking: 865 815 832 Address: Avenida del Albir, 20 Website: Click here Facebook: Click here Price: €€ – €€€ Sponsored
No-Mad Albir will take you on a gastronomic journey through various exciting culinary traditions, surprising your senses with tastes, flavours and aromas to delight your palate. All of their dishes are accompanied by a wide selection of wines, many from the region, made with grapes and processes as innovative as their dishes.
With specialities including poke bowls, incredible salads, meats, fish and international dishes, there is something available for all tastes as well as vegetarian and vegan options.
No-Mad also welcomes you to celebrate your birthdays, business dinners or special parties at the restaurant and will personalise menus according to your preferences.
As one of the most highly recommended restaurants in the area for locals and visitors, the friendly staff at No-Mad are ready to welcome you!
Open: 10am until 12am
Booking: 865 815 832
Address: Avenida del Albir, 20
Price: €€ – €€€
If Indian and Asian food is what you’re looking for, Tiffin has some of the best around and a cosy atmosphere to enjoy it in.
Open: 12pm until 4pm and 6pm until 11:30pm, closed on Mondays
Address: Avda. Albir 143, Playa del Albir
Booking: 865 67 41 83
If you fancy some traditional British pub grub, The Oasis Bar serves up a fantastic fish Friday and one of the best full English breakfasts in El Albir.
Open: 10:30am until 12am, closed on Wednesdays
Address: Calle Andromeda 15 centro commercial, Albir
Booking: 966 94 26 12
Price: €
A firm favourite for residents and tourists looking for Japanese cuisine, Restaurante Sapporo Japones has an all you can eat option that will keep you coming back from more.
Open: 10:50am until 12am
Address: Avenida del Albir, 155
Booking: 966 86 86 88
Bistro Chap 4 serves up traditional Spanish and Mediterranean food as well as beautifully presented seafood and steak.
Open: 6pm until 10:30pm weekdays, 1pm until 4pm and 6pm until 11pm Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
Address: Calle de Ruperto Chapi 4 Local 2, 03581
Booking: 643 59 81 66
Price: €€-€€€
For traditional Italian pizza, pasta and ice cream, Tremonti Heladeria Artesanal Italiana y Mas has a wide variety of toppings as well as gluten-free options.
Open: 6pm until 10pm, closed Mondays and Tuesdays
Address: Calle de Joaquin Rodrigo 3 Local 1, 03581
Booking: 966 86 56 94
Price: €€
Known for their perfectly cooked steaks, visit Argentinian grill Caminito for a chilled vibe and a great selection of wines.
Open: 6:30pm until 11:30pm, 1:30 until 3pm and 6:30pm until 11:30pm on weekends, closed on Wednesdays
Address: Carrer Ruperto Chapi, 4, 03581
Booking: 693 70 47 49
Price: €€- €€€
For local cuisine and a magnificent view of the beach, Noa Lounge & Gourmet serves up healthy Mediterranean dishes with a sophisticated ambience.
Open: 12pm until 8pm Monday and Thursday, 12pm until 10pm Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
Address: Passeig de les Estreles 5 Playa Del Albir, 03581
Booking: 966 86 47 83
The brightly decorated La Roca Restaurant Caribbean Grill is a cosy setting to enjoy some music and freshly made Caribbean cuisine.
Open: 1pm until 10pm Tuesday to Saturday, 1pm until 5pm Sundays, closed on Mondays
Address: Camino Vell del Far 2 Direccion al faro, 03581
Booking: 605 52 17 78
With a menu decided on the day and attention to detail in presentation, Le Boulevard serves up some of the freshest Mediterranean dishes in the area.
Open: 7pm until 10pm Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 1pm until 4pm Sundays, closed Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Address: Calle Ruperto Chapi 12 Boulevard de Los Musicos 12 Local 2, 03581
Booking: 966 86 46 23
When moving to a new location, making sure there are some great schools is essential, and El Albir has some impressive international schools.
CEIP Raco de l’Abir is a public infant and primary education school for those wanting to immerse themselves in the Spanish education system and learn the language.
If you are looking for an international school, the Sierra Bernia School is a well-established and privately owned coeducational school offering British education from ages 3 to 18.
Moving somewhere new is exciting but it’s important to know the contact information for any emergencies.
That´s why we have included information on important contacts when moving to El Albir.
Emergency services, including health, fire and police: 112
National police: 091
Local police: 092
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