Buying property in Javea or Denia? Both towns are among the most popular places to buy property on the Costa Blanca North. Although they are only a short distance apart, they each offer a different lifestyle, making it worthwhile visiting both before deciding whether an apartment, bungalow, villa or townhouse is the right choice for you.
The Costa Blanca is located on Spain's Mediterranean coast and has many beautiful beaches, interesting towns and villages, and a fascinating history. The coast is home to the towns of Javea and Denia which are separated by the imposing Montgó mountain. The Montgó is sometimes known as the elephant because of its shape with a trunk that descends into the sea. Javea and Denia both offer modern convenience, plenty of shops, bars and restaurants in addition to a lively and friendly atmosphere. So how do you decide which town to look for your home? Should it be an apartment for sale in Denia or a bungalow for sale in Javea?
Javea is a town of three faces, the Arenal is the main beach area and is the perfect spot for families to enjoy the beach and the shops, bars and restaurants running along the pleasant promenade. In the Arenal area, water sports are a major attraction and modern apartments for sale in Javea can often be found here.
The Port area shows the town's origins as a fishing village and leads up to the medieval old town where history and tradition are a major attraction, and finding a townhouse for sale in Javea's Old Town might be a lovely way to immerse yourself in the Spanish lifestyle.
The Port area is also a great place to enjoy a relaxing evening with friends over a plate of tapas and, overlooking this area, many luxurious villas for sale can be found.
Denia is a slightly larger and busier town with streets lined with shops, cafés and restaurants, and locals love to get together in the central square. The marina is a hive of activity with fishing fleets and organised boat excursions. Ferries can be taken from here for trips to the nearby Balearic Islands of Mallorca, Ibiza and Menorca. The port also provides fresh seafood and fish for some of the most traditional dishes of the area including paella, seafood tapas and grilled fish. There are many urbanisations as well as traditional apartment blocks and mountain villas and fincas to choose from when looking for a property for sale in Denia.
This will mostly come down to personal taste and whether you prefer the more laid-back and relaxing atmosphere that Javea offers or whether the more vibrant lifestyle in Denia is more appealing to you. Make a list of the most important things you would like to find when choosing a home for sale in Javea or Denia.
Do you prefer a livelier or more relaxed lifestyle? Do you enjoy hiking, diving or history? What is your budget for buying a home in Spain? How close do you need to be to the town centre and essential services?
Try to visit both towns at different times of the day and at different times of the year to get a better feel for the towns you are considering. Do you prefer a small community or a more cosmopolitan environment? Whatever you decide, you will never have far to go to visit either town for a change of pace.
Both Javea and Denia are easily reached from Alicante and Valencia Airports. Their location on the Costa Blanca North makes both towns popular with international property buyers looking for easy access throughout the year.
Once you choose Javea or Denia as your home, you can then decide which properties for sale you wish to view and our friendly and experienced team at Hamiltons Real Estate will be happy to help you and show you around.
In either case you will be able to experience the best of both worlds. A friendly and traditional Spanish community will welcome you and you will also be greeted by other international residents who will enthusiastically tell you about their experiences.
Both towns are popular with families. Javea is well known for its Blue Flag beaches and relaxed atmosphere, while Denia offers a larger town with excellent shopping, schools, a marina and year-round facilities.
Yes. Denia has regular ferry services to Ibiza, Mallorca and Menorca, making it one of the main ferry ports on the Costa Blanca.
Javea and Denia are approximately 15 kilometres apart, making it easy to enjoy the restaurants, beaches and attractions of both towns while living in either location.
Yes. The experienced team at Hamiltons Real Estate can help you find villas, apartments, townhouses, bungalows and fincas in both Javea and Denia, guiding you through every step of the buying process.
Whether you choose to buy a villa in Javea or Denia, you will enjoy both a modern and convenient lifestyle together with the ever-present traditions of Spain. The stunning beaches, mountain walks with views towards Ibiza, rich history and wonderful food will remind you every day why you chose to move here.
There will always be new places nearby to explore and adventures to be had on the Mediterranean Sea, perhaps with an excursion to the neighbouring island of Mallorca. Make your dreams come true and contact us at Hamiltons Real Estate to start your search for property for sale on the Costa Blanca North.
Updated July 2026 by the Hamiltons Real Estate team (formerly Hamiltons of London).
