very average hotel and overpriced for what you get. rooms are a bit shabby and balconys pretty horrible, at least if you're overlooking the marina. Staff were very unfriendly and unhelpful. I was quite upset not to be able to sit outside anywhere as I expected there to be an outside pool which I could sit at. Apparently there was... more

When booking this hotel we had read previous reviews about the problem with access to the pool so we asked the agent at 1800 hotels to contact the hotel to ensure that the package we were booking gave us access to the outdoor pool and we were assured that it did. However on arrival at the hotel we were informed... more

Arrived to be somewhat disappointed with the standard of the hotel. It is not a four star by any means. The location allows for great views of the beach and marina, however through the night the beach and walkways around the hotel attract local youths drinking vast amounts of alcohol, plus many homeless sleeping and urinating in the open. Spa... more

A fantastic hotel in a lovely position. Excellent views of the sea and beaches from the restaurant window. Substantial breakfast - lots of choice cooked and cold selection. no need for taxis everything in easy walking distance. Located between beach and harbour - lots of good restaurants and bars and Casino just a few metres away. Captain Haddock Salsa bar... more

You can't beat the hotel's location, literally a 3-minute walk from the beach, facing the marina and its many restaurants and bars. Service is friendly, rooms are big and clean. The only downside is that you can hear the music from the clubs in the marina, which can be annoying if you want an early night in. Our room was... more

I wasn't really a fan of Spain, having only been to Barcelona before, but I went to Alicante with my younger sister (we are 20 and 25) for a last minute getaway. I have to say it was absolutely fantastic. I cannot fault the hotel! We arrived late, after midnight and were checked in straight away to a sea view... more

Stayed in a room with two beds. Comfortable beds and a nice balcony (I was facing the marina and casino). The bathroom was very large and nice. The only bad thing was that when we arrived the water was turned off for maintenance but it was only for hour. Really short walk to the beach. About a 5 min walk... more

Beautiful location, awesome service. Breakfast is to be improved big time but there is plenty of typical restaurant around that you need to get out and discover the place. more

Just spent Easter at the Porta Maris, this is our second visit to this hotel and obviously if it wasn't up to our standard we would not have returned. The hotel is in a fabulous location right on the beach, a stones throw to the marina and a five minute walk into the centre of Alicante. On our first visit... more