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Serviced Apartments in Pilar de la Horadada

On the south east coast of Spain you will find the small town of Pilar de la Horadada, just one hour south of Alicante International airport. The town has become very popular amongst expats from various European countries including Germany and Britain due to its year-round sunshine and relaxed atmosphere. There are also many apartment rentals in Pilar de la Horadada available for those wishing to stay for a shorter period of time, perhaps to get a taste for the area.

The town and its surrounding area are also famous for its abundance of flora and fauna. As well as the varied array of plants and trees such as Kermes Oak and hawthorn, there are also birds of prey nesting in the area such as golden eagles, kestrels and peregrine falcons. This Spanish countryside gives the town itself an interesting backdrop, and makes exploring the surrounding area an interesting activity. Most of the holiday apartments in Pilar de la Horadada overlook the Mediterranean Sea, and have wonderful hills and greenery behind them.

There is also excellent architecture to be enjoyed in the city, with the 15th century Watch Tower the most iconic of all. The tower is actually situated on the beach itself between Pilar and the next village down. Also worth visiting from your Pilar de la Horadada holiday rental are the Ruins of Thiar; a nearby Roman archaeological site documenting the area's history. Because of the town’s location between two former Spanish kingdoms, it has been the site of many battles and there is an excellent museum in town to document this.

For those looking to spend a good deal of time on the beach, there are a number of beaches serving the town spread along 5 km of coastline. Many serviced apartments in Pilar de la Horadada overlook one of the beaches, with Las Higuericas and Mil Palmeras being the most popular. Both have Blue Flag recognition and are characterised by fine white sand and generally calm seas. Along the beachfront you'll find the customary snack shacks, shops and tavernas in which to buy refreshments and stock up on sunscreen.

From the end of September to the end of October the town holds a festival to honour the Blessed Virgin. The festival comprises of processions, the singing of hymns and a floral tribute on 11 October. If you're looking to book serviced accommodation or a self-catered apartment in Pilar de la Horadada later in the year, this is a good time to do it.

Serviced and self-catered apartments, flats, holiday lets and aparthotels can be up to 30% cheaper than most equivalent hotel rooms and are becoming increasingly popular due to the freedom they offer. Whether it’s a short stay apartment you are looking for or a long term apartment, our holiday apartments combine all the amenities and comforts of home. With plenty of room why stay in a cramped hotel room when you can stay in spacious surroundings in and around Pilar de la Horadada.

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