The Javea coastline is 25kms long, with varied scenery. The Pope, Aduanas, Montanar, Arenal, Ambolo and Granadella beaches stretch from north to south, divided by high and jagged cliffs, rocky points, small islands and caves. In Javea, the only sandy beach is the Arenal and is the tourist centre of Javea with its associated bars, restaurants, souvenir and card shops, as well as a number of fashionable boutiques and shoe shops. In the summer evenings a host of small stalls appear on the promenade where local artisans sell their wares.

Playa Tango - A small sheltered cove, straight ahead from the Yacht Club, mainly consisting of pebbles and rocks. Not recommended for children as the shore shelves suddenly and deeply. There is a snack bar here for refreshments and meals.

Calablanca - A small rocky bay, ideal for snorkeling. Continue along the coast road beyond the sandy beach and park at the very end of this stretch of road. There are also one or two bar-restaurants.

Playa Barraca -Opposite the uninhabited island of Portichol, near to the Hotel Bahia Vista. There is a long winding road down from the main Cabo de La Nao road and there are only a few parking spaces. The beach is part sand, part pebbles and the view across to the island is quite pretty. There is a bar/restaurant and also a diving school on this beach.

Playa Granadella - a small bay of shingle and pebble; a very picturesque bay situated beyond Costa Nova and ideal for snorkeling. There is a bar/restaurant at this beach.

El Portet, Moraira - A beautiful sandy beach - quite small but very safe for children and with lovely views. A great spot to visit, even to just sit at the bar / restaurant and enjoy a glass of wine while the children play safely within full view.

Cumbre del Sol - Mainly pebble but some sand. One end of the beach is used by nudist sunbathers. The drive there, however, has spectacular views of Javea valley and just as you arrive at the cove, there is a cave that's worth a visit - a real favourite with children.