Playa De Los Locos

Playa De Los Locos

Playa De Los Locos

Los Locos is an area by the beach in Torrevieja. It is known for its lovely blue-flag beach, restaurants, and great weather. This area is loved by tourists and locals alike, bringing in people from all over the world. Thanks to Torrevieja’s growing popularity over the years, it has become an area of interest for investors, but also families, and holiday seekers. It is a vibrant and Mediterranean city with beautiful beaches, wonderful walking paths, and charming shopping streets with plenty of restaurant choices. Please let us explain to you why Playa De Los Locos could be the perfect place for you. 

Where is Los Locos located?

Playa De Los Locos is a part of Torrevieja, Costa Blanca, in the East part of Spain. It’s 1 hour South from Benidorm, and only 30 minutes North from the beautiful Mar Menor. It’s located in the middle of the city, bordered by Playa Del Cura and Playa La Mata. This central location gives it access to all services in town, including good public transport connections:

The Nearest airport

Murcia/San Javier   (RMU): 29.4 km

Alicante/Elche:       (ALC) :   44.8 km

The Nearest bus stop

Torrevieja Bus Station: 1.3 km

Calle del Mar, 40, 03183

What to do in Los Locos?

The Beach

The area is named after the beach. It consists of fine-golden sand and clear blue water. No wonder it has received the blue-flag award for safety and cleanliness!  There are plenty of places are to sit and eat, sun chairs to relax, and free parking. Some areas in the water are rocky, and excellent for snorkelling or fishing. 

Moreover, the beach has good services: it is wheelchair accessible thanks to a ramp that goes all the way around the beach. During high-season there are lifeguards present with 4 watchtowers and a first aid room. 

It is also one of the few beaches where you’ll find a platform in the water, as well as a climbing pyramid and ropes to climb. You can rent paddleboards or even a jet-ski. This beach is equipped for everybody, whether you want to have an active afternoon, or a lazy day in the sun. 

The Best restaurants in Playa De Los Locos  

Another great asset of this area is its offer in eating-facilities. On the promenade are many restaurants and café’s. During the day they offer cheap daily menu’s. You can have a starter, main course, and depending on the place, a coffee of deserts for around €12. This to fill the restaurants until the Spanish have their late lunches. Other of our favourite recommendations are:

Restaurante La Boca, international cuisine with great service. The plates are decorated with care and the prices are good. They also serve nice wine, depending on what you’re having.

Restaurante El Tiburon, highly recommended by locals for their Spanish and Mediterranean kitchen. With views on the ocean, a strong service team, and delicious paella’s. 

Nordic Café & Brasserie, Scandinavian cuisine. Come here for a taste of the North, nice views, and amazing fresh fish. 

Restaurante Magnata, for Mediterranean food with a modern atmosphere. It is bright, fresh and definitely recommendable.

El Sabor Indian Restaurant, great quality Indian, served by friendly waiters. Their Tikka Masala is delicious and the prices are good. 

Other highlighted activities

Besides the obvious, Playa De Los Locos offers more than just a beach. In proximity, you’ll have all kind of activities to do. For example, pay a visit to the salt lakes up in La Mata. The beauty of these unique lakes and salt mountains will surprise you. Or why not take a 7-minute drive to shopping centre Habaneras? Then there is La Zenia Boulevard at 15 minutes driving. This is the largest shopping mall on the Costa Blanca, with over 150 stores. 

Other fun suggestions are:

1. Water park Aquopolis, open from June to August. Equipped with slides, picnic zones and relaxing areas. 

2. Jet-ski, banana boat, or fly board rentals on the beach

3. Museum Flotantes Delfin S-61 in La Mata

4. Nightclubs, either down in the harbour or inland at the El Parking area. Clubs like Marina Niki, Velice, Bacanal Puerto or Genius are there for possible dinners, cocktails, and DJs. 

5. Going to the Municipal Theatre in the centre 

6. Pay one of the nearby towns or beaches a visit, for example the beach in Cabo Roig or La Zenia for some live entertainment

7. Go to one of the 5 prestigious golf courses that are all under 25 minutes away: La Finca Golf, or Villamartin Golf, Campoamor Golf, Las Ramblas Golf, and Las Colinas Golf & Country Club in Orihuela Costa.

What services to expect to Los Locos 

Torrevieja has become a haven for many tourists. Therefore, catheters to all the needs you may have. Important services as hospitals, dentists and medical clinics are all over town. There is a Consum Supermarket, EROSKI supermarket, and a 24-hour store. There are also a Catholic Church, multiple parks, and schools available.

A nice thing about Torrevieja is the level of English that is spoken. The local population will try to understand you and help you in English where possible. 

Climate in Los Locos

Torrevieja enjoys a privileged climate, with an average of 325 sunny days per year! The temperatures stay mild during the winter, and average out at 18.9 °C. Thanks to the location between the salt lakes, mountains and ocean, a unique microclimate was created here. The extra iodine and sodium in the air makes the quality exceptional. People who suffer from skin-, lung-, or heart diseases reside very well here. The WHO named it one of the healthiest climates in the world!

Property market of Los Locos

The property market in this area is diverse. The proximity to the coast gives it popularity, which resulted in the construction of many flats, town houses and villas. Most of these are resale properties and are to be found in private urbanizations such as Calas Blancas Del Mar II, Aldea Del Mar, and El Palmeral. 

On the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd line, you’ll find some well-priced flats. Moving up, there is popular urbanization Aldea Del Mar: a little more pricey, but beautiful Spanish architecture. Here is also a large pool with a restaurant. There are the three Las Atalays towers: pretty flats with an impressive view for a reasonable price.

North of the beach we have the bungalow area of Calas Blancas: complete with a park, 3 pools, a church and a sport field. Great for families. And then there is villa area Los Angeles: a green area with many parks. This is a popular area for full-time living in Torrevieja. 

The local population is mixed between Spanish and Northern-Europeans. Some live here permanently, others have their second residence. There is a calm and tranquil atmosphere. People are friendly and watch after their neighbours. Even though this city has grown exponentially over the years, you still have that small-town feeling of friendliness. Our best guess is that a calm lifestyle, sun, and sea has made the people content. You won’t need much in Torrevieja: life is cheap and accessible. The only thing you have to do is see for yourself!

For more information on Playa De Los Locos or Torrevieja, don’t hesitate to contact us. We are happy to help you find your home.

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