What are the coves of Benissa like?

Benissa has about 4 km of coastline with coves such as La Fustera, Cala l'Advocat, Cala del Baladrar, Cala dels Pinets, Cala Les Bassetes and Cala Llobella.

What is the Cathedral of the Marina?

It is the nickname of the Basílica Menor de la Purísima Concepción, the large church in Benissa's old town, completed in 1929.

Is Benissa close to Moraira and Calpe?

Yes. Benissa's coast lies between Moraira and Calp, and the town itself is inland, so both are a short drive away.

Are there international schools near Benissa?

Yes. Schools within reach of Benissa include The Lady Elizabeth School and Xàbia International College.

Can Penrose Bay help me buy in Benissa?

Yes. We do not hold listings in Benissa ourselves, so we introduce you to a vetted local expert who does, and stay alongside you as your guide from first look to keys.

How does the introduction work?

Tell us what you are looking for and we will match you with one local expert who knows the area. They can then contact you about your search, and we stay close as your guide.

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Living in Benissa

Benissa has about 12,500 residents, an old town around the Basílica Menor de la Purísima Concepción and about 4 km of coastline between Moraira and Calp. It is a quiet base: the town sits inland and the coves are a short drive away. Alicante airport is about 55 minutes away.

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Buying in Benissa

Benissa sits a little further up the coast than the homes we hold ourselves. What we do here is introduce you to a local expert we trust, someone who knows Benissa street by street, so you get the honest picture and the right guidance from day one.

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Who buys in Benissa?

Benissa suits buyers who want village life near the coast, with coves rather than long beaches. Club de Golf Ifach is in the municipality, at Sant Jaume. The Lady Elizabeth School and Xàbia International College are both within about half an hour by car.

Which areas make up Benissa?

The old town, the casco histórico, is the centre, with the Palace of Torres-Orduña as its cultural centre and library. Other named areas include La Fustera, Baladrar, Montemar, Les Bassetes, Altamira, Buenavista and Pedramala.

How do you get to Benissa?

The nearest main airport is Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC), about 85 km away and roughly 55 minutes by car.

Which beaches, golf courses and schools are near Benissa?

Beaches include La Fustera, Cala l'Advocat, Cala del Baladrar, Cala dels Pinets, Cala Les Bassetes, and Cala Llobella.
Golf courses nearby include Club de Golf Ifach, Club de Golf Jávea, and La Sella Golf.
International schools within reach include The Lady Elizabeth School and Xàbia International College.

Last reviewed October 2026

Good to know

What are the coves of Benissa like?: Benissa has about 4 km of coastline with coves such as La Fustera, Cala l'Advocat, Cala del Baladrar, Cala dels Pinets, Cala Les Bassetes and Cala Llobella.
What is the Cathedral of the Marina?: It is the nickname of the Basílica Menor de la Purísima Concepción, the large church in Benissa's old town, completed in 1929.
Is Benissa close to Moraira and Calpe?: Yes. Benissa's coast lies between Moraira and Calp, and the town itself is inland, so both are a short drive away.
How far is Benissa from the airport?: The nearest main airport is Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC), about 85 km away and roughly 55 minutes by car.
Are there international schools near Benissa?: Yes. Schools within reach of Benissa include The Lady Elizabeth School and Xàbia International College.
Can Penrose Bay help me buy in Benissa?: Yes. We do not hold listings in Benissa ourselves, so we introduce you to a vetted local expert who does, and stay alongside you as your guide from first look to keys.
How does the introduction work?: Tell us what you are looking for and we will match you with one local expert who knows the area. They can then contact you about your search, and we stay close as your guide.

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