When is the Moros y Cristianos festival in Villajoyosa?

It runs from 24 to 31 July each year and was declared of International Tourist Interest in 2003.

Is Villajoyosa known for chocolate?

Yes. The town is known for its chocolate industry as well as for the colourful houses along the seafront.

Which beaches are in Villajoyosa?

Playa Centro, Paradís, Bol Nou, Torres, Esparrelló and Racó del Conill are among the beaches along the town's roughly 15 km of coast.

Are there international schools near Villajoyosa?

Yes. Schools within reach of Villajoyosa include Costa Blanca International College and Sierra Bernia School.

Can Penrose Bay help me buy in Villajoyosa?

Yes. We do not hold listings in Villajoyosa 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 Villajoyosa

Villajoyosa (La Vila Joiosa) has about 37,400 residents and roughly 15 km of coastline, with the old town's brightly painted houses facing the sea. It is the capital of the Marina Baixa, about 32 km from Alicante city, and Alicante airport is about 35 minutes away.

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Buying in Villajoyosa

Villajoyosa 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 Villajoyosa street by street, so you get the honest picture and the right guidance from day one.

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Who buys in Villajoyosa?

Villajoyosa suits buyers who want a working Spanish town with Alicante and its airport close. Golfers can reach Villaitana and Puig Campana in Finestrat, and the British-curriculum Costa Blanca International College is in Albir.

Which areas make up Villajoyosa?

The old town, La Vila Vella, sits by the sea, with Poble Nou and Plans-Gasparot among the other named areas. Montíboli is another coastal area of the municipality.

How do you get to Villajoyosa?

The nearest main airport is Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC), about 45 km away and roughly 35 minutes by car.

Which beaches, golf courses and schools are near Villajoyosa?

Beaches include Playa Centro, Paradís, Bol Nou, Torres, Esparrelló, and Racó del Conill.
Golf courses nearby include Villaitana Golf and Puig Campana Golf.
International schools within reach include Costa Blanca International College and Sierra Bernia School.

Last reviewed October 2026

Good to know

When is the Moros y Cristianos festival in Villajoyosa?: It runs from 24 to 31 July each year and was declared of International Tourist Interest in 2003.
Is Villajoyosa known for chocolate?: Yes. The town is known for its chocolate industry as well as for the colourful houses along the seafront.
Which beaches are in Villajoyosa?: Playa Centro, Paradís, Bol Nou, Torres, Esparrelló and Racó del Conill are among the beaches along the town's roughly 15 km of coast.
How far is Villajoyosa from the airport?: The nearest main airport is Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC), about 45 km away and roughly 35 minutes by car.
Are there international schools near Villajoyosa?: Yes. Schools within reach of Villajoyosa include Costa Blanca International College and Sierra Bernia School.
Can Penrose Bay help me buy in Villajoyosa?: Yes. We do not hold listings in Villajoyosa 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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