Polop de la Marina
VillagePolop de la Marina is a charming old village on a hill just inland from Benidorm, with a tangle of narrow streets, whitewashed houses and a relaxed pace that feels a world away from the coast.
Why visit Polop de la Marina
It is best known for its long fountain wall, where many carved spouts pour spring water, each said to represent a place in the area. Above the village, a short climb leads to the hilltop where an old castle once stood — now a peaceful viewpoint and cemetery with sweeping views over the valleys and out to the sea. Quiet squares, small bars and traditional architecture reward a slow wander, and the village pairs well with nearby Guadalest for a day exploring the inland villages.
Old & whitewashed
A tangle of narrow streets and whitewashed houses gives Polop a relaxed pace a world away from the coast.
The fountain wall
The village is known for its long fountain wall, where many carved spouts pour spring water, each said to represent a place in the area.
Castle viewpoint
A short climb leads to the hilltop where an old castle once stood, now a peaceful viewpoint and cemetery.
Valleys to the sea
From the top, sweeping views open over the valleys and out to the sea.
Squares & bars
Quiet squares, small bars and traditional architecture reward a slow wander through the old village.
With Guadalest
The surrounding hills make Polop a pleasant base for walks, and it pairs well with nearby Guadalest.
Practical information
- Getting there: a short drive inland from Benidorm; about 50 minutes by car from Alicante airport (ALC).
- What to see: the long fountain wall, then climb to the hilltop viewpoint where an old castle once stood.
- Good to know: quiet squares, small bars and traditional architecture make it an easy, pretty half-day trip.
- Pair it: with nearby Guadalest for a full day exploring the inland villages.
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Marina BaixaPolop de la Marina
A pretty hillside village inland from Benidorm, known for its fountain of many spouts and a hilltop viewpoint with wide views to the sea.
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This place is part of our Costa Blanca Guide: Benidorm, Calpe, Altea and the Best of Alicante — see every town, beach and cove we have mapped on that coast.
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