Moraira is one of those rare places that works just as well for a toddler as it does for a teenager — and still lets the adults feel like they’re on holiday too. It’s small enough that everything is walkable, safe enough that you can relax, and there’s a genuine warmth towards families here that you notice from the moment you arrive.

Whether you’re travelling with a baby, school-age kids, or a mixed-age group, this guide covers everything you need for a stress-free family holiday.

El Portet in the morning, l’Ampolla in the afternoon — the playground at l’Ampolla is a lifesaver when little ones have had enough of the sea but aren’t ready to go home.

El Portet is the beach you’ll keep coming back to. The sheltered horseshoe bay means the water is almost always calm, even when the open sea is choppy. It’s shallow for a long way out, the entry is gentle, and lifeguards are on duty in summer. For families with small children, it’s as close to a natural swimming pool as the Mediterranean gets.

The water is crystal clear — kids can see fish darting around their feet, which keeps them entertained for far longer than you’d expect. There are three small beach bars right on the sand serving simple food and cold drinks, so you don’t need to pack a picnic unless you want to. Public toilets and showers are available in summer.

From BlueView, it’s a flat 2-minute walk. No car needed, no parking hunt, no hauling beach bags uphill. Just grab your towels and go.

Playa de l’Ampolla is Moraira’s main beach and the best option if you want more space and facilities. It’s a long, wide stretch of soft golden sand with a proper children’s playground right on the beach, volleyball nets, sunbed hire, lifeguards, showers, toilets, and chiringuitos serving paella and cold beer. There’s also a shallow natural stream at one end where small children love to paddle and build dams — it’s like a bonus attraction.

The promenade behind the beach is pram-friendly and flat, with plenty of benches and shade. It’s a 10-minute walk from BlueView along the seafront.

Moraira is surprisingly well stocked with playgrounds, and they’re dotted around the town so there’s usually one nearby wherever you are.

The playground at Playa de l’Ampolla is the star — right on the sand, with climbing frames, slides, and swings. Another playground sits just behind the beach near the car park, so there’s plenty of space for kids to run around.

Parque Tresmall on Carrer de les Tosqueres is a lovely shaded park near central Moraira with climbing equipment and benches for parents. Parque Infantil on Paseo Senillar is another good option, and there are smaller play areas on Avenida Madrid and Calle Aitana.

Family Park on the Moraira to Calpe road is a dedicated play area with slides and climbing equipment — useful if you’re driving past.

Circle Park near El Portet on Avenida del Portet is the closest playground to BlueView, handy for a quick morning or evening visit.

The Paseo Marítimo along El Portet itself is flat, paved, and perfect for scooters, balance bikes, and prams — a favourite evening stroll for families.

Toddlers are easy — give them sand and water and they’re happy for hours. Older kids need more, and Moraira delivers.

Brevis is a Moraira institution for families. Located in the Solpark area near the tennis club, it’s a bar and restaurant with a huge outdoor play area — bouncy castles, trampolines, an inflatable slide, mini-golf, a push-along go-kart track, scooters, and a soft play area. Parents sit with a cold drink (the gins are famously generous) while kids burn off energy in a safe, enclosed space. There’s a small entry fee for the play area, around €2, and it’s worth every cent. They also do good food — paella, steak and chips, tapas — and host children’s birthday parties.

The Moraira Funfair sets up in the main car park area on Avenida Madrid during summer evenings. It’s a small, traditional fairground with bumper cars, trampolines, a train ride, small rollercoasters, hook-a-duck, and shooting games. Buy tokens at the entrance. It’s not huge, but kids love it and it makes for a fun evening out.

The Moraira Tourist Train runs a 7km route through town, stopping at Plaza de la Sort, El Portet beach, and the Algas beach bar at l’Andrago. Kids’ tickets are around €3, adults €4, and you can hop on and off. It’s a genuinely pleasant way to see the area, especially with tired legs.

For water sports, kids aged 6 and up can try stand-up paddle boarding and kayaking at El Portet — the calm water makes it one of the safest places on the coast to learn. Rental operators on the beach are well used to families and will give children a proper introduction.

AV Karting near Moraira offers go-karting for kids from around age 7, with different kart speeds up to 100km/h for older teenagers and adults. It’s a fun half-day outing.

Snorkelling is free and endlessly entertaining. The rocks on the north side of El Portet beach are the best spot — even with a basic mask, children can spot sea bream, mullet, and octopus in the clear water.

Spain is famously welcoming to children in restaurants, and Moraira is no exception. Kids eating late, running around between courses, sharing plates — it’s all normal here. Nobody bats an eyelid.

Grizzly’s World is probably the most family-friendly restaurant in Moraira. Three restaurants under one roof — a grill house, Japanese, and Mexican — with a dedicated children’s play area. You choose your restaurant, order from that menu, and the kids can play between courses. Staff are used to families and the portions are generous.

Brevis doubles as a restaurant and play area, making it the ultimate low-stress family meal. The kids are entertained, the food is good, and the drinks are strong. Everybody wins.

The beach bars at El Portet serve simple, fresh food — fish, salads, chips, sandwiches — and children can play on the sand within sight. It’s the most relaxed meal you’ll have all holiday.

Pizza Tigre in Moraira does excellent pizza and pasta, which is always a reliable hit with kids. For something more traditional, most restaurants in the old town are happy to accommodate children and will often adjust dishes if asked.

The menú del día (set lunch menu) available at many restaurants is a great option for families — two or three courses with a drink for around €12–€18 per person. Children often eat free or at a reduced price.

BlueView Tip: Eat lunch out and cook dinner in — the BlueView kitchen is fully equipped, and Mercadona or Pepe la Sal are five minutes away. Kids are often happiest with pasta on the balcony watching the boats.

When you need a break from the beach, these are all within easy driving distance.

Aqualandia in Benidorm is one of Spain’s biggest water parks, about 45 minutes by car. It has everything from gentle toddler pools to terrifying vertical drops for teenagers. A full day out with food available inside. Aqua Natura is a smaller, slightly calmer water park next door — better for younger children.

Mundomar in Benidorm is a marine animal park with dolphin shows, sea lions, and parrots. It’s next to Aqualandia, so you could combine both in a long day.

The Fonts de l’Algar waterfalls near Callosa d’en Sarrià (about 30 minutes away) are a beautiful natural attraction — a series of cascading pools surrounded by greenery where you can swim in cool fresh water. Older kids love jumping off the rocks. It’s a refreshing change from the beach and far more scenic than any water park.

Gulliver Park in Valencia is a wonderfully quirky free attraction — a giant Gulliver figure lying on the ground, covered in slides, ramps, and climbing structures. It’s in the Turia Gardens, which also has playgrounds, bike paths, and the City of Arts and Sciences nearby. Valencia is about 90 minutes from Moraira and makes for an excellent full-day trip.

The Peñón de Ifach in Calpe is visible from Moraira and makes for a great short trip. The rock itself is a nature reserve with a walking trail to the summit — suitable for older children and teenagers with reasonable fitness. The views from the top are spectacular.

We’ve hosted plenty of families at BlueView and we know what makes the difference between a good holiday and a great one.

The apartment is on a single level with no internal stairs, which makes life much easier with crawlers, toddlers, or anyone in a pushchair. There’s lift access from the ground floor, so no carrying heavy bags or buggies up steps.

We provide beach towels, sun loungers, sun chairs, and beach umbrellas — so you’re not buying or renting extras. There’s a fully equipped kitchen for those evenings when cooking at home is easier than going out, and quality bed linen throughout.

The balcony has a large table and chairs for six — big enough for a proper family meal outdoors with the sea view in front of you. It’s south-facing, so it catches the sun all day and is warm enough for breakfast outside even in the cooler months.

Two private parking spaces are included, which is a genuine luxury in this area and means you’re never circling for a spot after a day trip.

And the location itself is the biggest family advantage: a flat, 2-minute walk to El Portet beach means you can go back and forth easily — nap time, forgotten sunscreen, a quick change of clothes — without it being a production.