One of the great advantages of staying in Ciudad Quesada is having several beautiful Costa Blanca beaches within easy driving distance.
Guests at Quesada Dream Villa can spend the morning beside their private swimming pool and be relaxing on the golden sands of Guardamar del Segura shortly afterwards. From popular family beaches with promenades, cafés and lifeguards to quieter stretches backed by dunes and pine trees, the surrounding coastline offers something for everyone.
Here are seven of the best beaches to visit during your stay.
1. Playa Centro, Guardamar del Segura
Approximate journey from Ciudad Quesada: 10–15 minutes
Best for: Families, facilities and combining the beach with the town
Playa Centro is one of the most convenient beaches for guests staying at Quesada Dream Villa.
Situated beside Guardamar’s town centre and promenade, it provides easy access to cafés, restaurants, shops and other facilities. Its central location makes it particularly suitable for families who want everything close at hand.
The beach has fine golden sand and plenty of room for relaxing, paddling and playing with the children. Seasonal facilities normally include lifeguard cover, toilets, foot showers and sunbed or parasol hire.
After leaving the sand, visitors can walk along the promenade, have lunch overlooking the sea or visit nearby Reina Sofía Park. The park’s shady paths, ponds, play areas and resident birds provide a welcome break from the midday sunshine.
2. Playa de La Roqueta
Approximate journey from Ciudad Quesada: 10–15 minutes
Best for: Families, accessibility and a traditional beach day
La Roqueta lies immediately south of Playa Centro and is another excellent family beach.
The beach extends for approximately one kilometre, has fine golden sand, easy access, and a broad range of visitor facilities. It offers a similar level of convenience to Playa Centro but can feel slightly removed from the busiest part of Guardamar.
La Roqueta is accessible to people with reduced mobility and is recognised for its family-friendly environment and beach services. Facilities listed for the beach include toilets, foot-washing points, seasonal sunshade, sun-loungers, and watercraft hire. Read the official Guardamar beach guide.
It is a good all-round choice for families who want to spend several hours beside the sea without being too far from shops and places to eat.
3. Playa del Moncayo
Approximate journey from Ciudad Quesada: 15–20 minutes
Best for: Space, natural surroundings and a quieter beach day
Playa del Moncayo is situated south of Guardamar’s main urban beaches and offers a more natural coastal setting.
The beach stretches for approximately two kilometres and is backed by dunes rather than a continuous line of buildings. It feels quieter and less developed than the central beaches, yet still provides useful seasonal services.
Visitors can normally find lifeguard cover, foot-washing facilities and sunbed or parasol hire during the main season. Summer beach bars may also operate nearby.
Spain’s official tourism service describes El Moncayo as a semi-urban beach with fine golden sand that retains a wild, natural character despite its visitor facilities. Discover El Moncayo Beach.
This is a particularly attractive option for couples, families with older children and anyone who prefers more space around them.
4. Playa del Camp
Approximate journey from Ciudad Quesada: 15–20 minutes
Best for: Peace, dunes and escaping the busiest beaches
Playa del Camp lies between El Moncayo and the southern boundary of Guardamar.
Reaching the beach involves passing through a natural landscape containing dunes and Mediterranean vegetation. Its separation from Guardamar’s town centre gives it a quieter and less urban atmosphere.
The beach is a good choice for visitors who value space and scenery more than having numerous cafés and shops immediately beside the sand.
Facilities may be more limited than at Playa Centro or La Roqueta, so it is sensible to take drinks, food, sun protection and anything else required for the day. Visitors should also use designated paths to help protect the dune environment.
5. Playa dels Vivers
Approximate journey from Ciudad Quesada: 15–20 minutes
Best for: Dunes, pine trees and natural scenery
Playa dels Vivers is located north of Guardamar’s central beaches, close to the mouth of the River Segura and Marina de las Dunas.
Its setting beside Guardamar’s protected dunes and pine forest makes it one of the most distinctive beaches in the area. Visitors reach the sand through the natural landscape, creating a very different experience from arriving at an urban promenade.
The beach is ideal for anyone who wants to combine swimming and sunbathing with a walk through the dunes or pine trees. It can also appeal to families who prefer a quieter setting, although the walk and more limited facilities may make the central beaches easier for those carrying pushchairs or lots of beach equipment.
Stay on the marked routes through the dunes and avoid disturbing the vegetation.
6. La Mata Beach
Approximate journey from Ciudad Quesada: 15–25 minutes
Best for: Long walks, beach sports, restaurants and plenty of space
La Mata is one of the largest and best-known beaches near Ciudad Quesada.
Stretching for approximately 2.3 kilometres, it is Torrevieja’s longest beach. Its generous size means visitors can choose between busier areas close to restaurants and beach bars or quieter sections beside the dunes.
The beach has fine sand, a gentle slope and an extensive range of facilities. These include lifeguard cover, toilets, foot showers, walkways, children’s play areas, beach-sports spaces and seasonal sunbed hire. La Mata South retained its Blue Flag for the 2026 season.
Part of the beach borders the protected Molino del Agua natural area, where a dune ecosystem adds to the beauty of the surroundings. A coastal pedestrian route also makes La Mata an enjoyable destination for a morning or evening walk.
The combination of sand, facilities, places to eat and natural scenery makes La Mata suitable for almost every type of visitor. Explore La Mata Beach.
7. The Beaches and Coves of Torrevieja
Approximate journey from Ciudad Quesada: 20–30 minutes
Best for: Seafront restaurants, town facilities and combining beach time with sightseeing
Visitors willing to travel slightly farther can explore the beaches and smaller coves around Torrevieja.
Playa del Cura is a popular urban beach close to the town’s seafront restaurants, shops and promenades. Los Locos provides another sandy option, while Cabo Cervera and Cala Piteras offer smaller coastal settings.
Torrevieja retained six Blue Flag awards for 2026: La Mata South, Los Locos, Playa del Cura, Los Náufragos, Cabo Cervera and Cala Piteras. The awards consider factors including water quality, safety, accessibility, cleanliness and environmental management. See Torrevieja’s 2026 Blue Flag beaches.
An urban beach in Torrevieja is a good choice for guests who want to combine a few hours by the sea with shopping, lunch, a walk around the marina, or an evening in town.
Which Beach Is Best for You?
The best beach will depend on the kind of day you have planned:
- For families and easy access: Playa Centro or La Roqueta
- For restaurants and promenade walks: Playa Centro, La Mata or Playa del Cura
- For space and a more natural atmosphere: El Moncayo or Playa del Camp
- For dunes and pine forest: Playa dels Vivers
- For sports and activities: La Mata
- For combining the beach with sightseeing: Guardamar or Torrevieja
Having several beaches nearby means guests can try somewhere different on each visit rather than returning to the same stretch of coastline every day.
Tips for Visiting the Local Beaches
A little preparation can make a beach day more comfortable, especially during July and August.
Arrive earlier in the morning when possible, as parking near the most popular beaches can become busy. Take drinking water, high-factor sun protection, hats and suitable footwear for walking across hot sand or through the dunes.
Always check the coloured safety flags before swimming:
- A green flag indicates that bathing is permitted.
- A yellow flag means extra care is required.
- A red flag means that entering the sea is prohibited.
Conditions can change during the day, so follow lifeguards’ instructions even if the water appears calm.
Seasonal services, including lifeguards, sunbed hire, and beach bars, may not operate year-round. Visitors should confirm current arrangements before relying on a particular facility.
Stay Close to the Costa Blanca’s Beaches
Quesada Dream Villa provides the freedom to enjoy both a private swimming pool and the Mediterranean coast during the same holiday.
Guests can spend active days swimming in the sea, walking beside the dunes and dining on Guardamar’s promenade before returning to the privacy and comfort of the villa.
With family beaches, natural stretches of sand and lively coastal towns all within easy driving distance, Ciudad Quesada is an excellent base for a Costa Blanca beach holiday.
Explore Quesada Dream Villa, check availability and start planning your stay near the beautiful beaches of Guardamar and Torrevieja.
Journey times are approximate and can vary depending on the villa’s precise starting point, traffic, parking, and time of year. Beach facilities and lifeguard services are seasonal and may change.
