Costa Blanca Norte
Moraira
8,500 habitantes · 85 km de Alicante
Moraira retains its essence as a fishing village despite being one of the most exclusive enclaves on the Costa Blanca. The urbanizations of El Portet and Cap Blanc are home to luxury villas with privileged views. No tall buildings, no overcrowding: a market for high-profile buyers seeking discretion.
Metros² medios
210 m²
Precio medio
4.250 €/m²
Rentabilidad alquiler
3,8% anual
Por qué Moraira
- 8 km de costa virgen
- Castillo del s. XVIII
- Calas turquesas
Inhabitants
9,000
Price/m²
3,600 €
Airport
80 km
Sunny days
320/year
The premium refuge of the Northern Costa Blanca, without high-rise construction
Moraira is the coastal district of the municipality of Teulada, but it operates as an independent village with its own personality. Here, there are no apartment towers: a municipal ordinance limits construction to 2-3 stories, and individual villas on large plots are predominant. It is the most premium German/Dutch/British village in the entire Costa Blanca: 9,000 registered inhabitants but over 25,000 in the summer. It features an elegant marina with 600 berths, two main family beaches (El Portet, shaped like a shell, and L'Ampolla with a promenade), a small center with bistros, wine shops, and a Friday market that attracts expats from all over the Marina Alta. Bodega Bodegas Bocopa is located in the municipality. The coastal castle (1742) on the front line is one of the most beautiful in the Valencian Community.
Who is Moraira for?
Moraira is designed for premium buyers who value tranquility and a low profile: affluent German families, wealthy Dutch retirees, British executives spending winters here. It is not an area for investors seeking quick returns; it is for those who want a high-quality second home or a primary residence with privacy.
International community
~64% of the registered population are foreigners.
Top nationalities
Services and education
International schools
- • Lady Elizabeth School (Llíber, 10 min)
- • Sierra Bernia School (Alfas, 35 min)
- • Xàbia International College (15 min)
Hospitals
- • Hospital HLA San Carlos Denia (private, 20 min)
- • Hospital Marina Salud Denia (public, 20 min)
- • Clínica Benidorm (40 min)
Supermarkets
- • Mercadona
- • Lidl
- • Pepe la Sal (gourmet German-Dutch)
- • Carnicería Pepe Pascual (premium meats)
Lifestyle
Featured beaches
- • El Portet (protected shell, clear water, ideal for children)
- • L'Ampolla (promenade, restaurants)
- • Cala Cap Blanc
Iconic restaurants
- • BonAmb (2 Michelin stars, neighboring Javea)
- • La Sort (creative cuisine)
- • Maskerade (premium Belgian cuisine)
- • Le Dauphin (classic French)
Leisure and activities
Real Club Náutico Moraira (600 berths). Tennis club with 12 courts + paddle. Hiking at Cabo de la Nao. Friday market (gourmet). Wineries and wine routes for Moscatel from the Marina Alta. Golf at Real Club de Golf Javea, 15 min away.
Real estate investment
Moraira is the most expensive and exclusive area of the Marina Alta. Villa 200m² with pool and plot: €700,000 to €2.5M. Apartment 100m² in the center: €280,000 to €450,000. Modern semi-detached homes in urbanizations like Solpark: €550,000 to €750,000.
Average rental yield: 4-6% gross in tourist rentals (premium family profile, no party)
Price trend: +14% last 3 years
Pros and cons
Pros
- + No high-rise construction — preserved landscape
- + One of the most stable and long-established expat communities in Spain
- + Premium restaurants and excellent culinary offerings
- + Family-friendly beaches with Bandera Azul (Blue Flag)
- + Stable and growing appreciation (+14% last 3 years)
To consider
- − High prices, not suitable for tight budgets
- − Small village — for those seeking city life, Calpe or Denia
- − Reduced commerce in winter
- − Far from the airport (80 km, 1h)
Moraira vs Calpe
Moraira is more exclusive and reserved than Calpe. No towers or mass construction. Average price is 30% higher (€3,600/m² vs €2,800/m²). Calpe has more urban life, while Moraira offers more tranquility.
