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An ingenious mix of hotel rooms and self-catering accommodation, set in Alicante’s seductive old quarter. The four pristine studios have large en-suite bathrooms and small kitchen areas. Three larger apartments are also available.

This beautiful casa rural in the lovely medieval quarter of Bocairent has a well-equipped kitchen and dining room, plus bunk beds (sleeping six). Perfect for families.

This online company lets villas, apartments and bungalows around Torrevieja. Airport pickups are included in the price. Most properties are in the modern Ciudad Quesada resort, which has its own golf course, and is close to beaches and the Lagunas de la Mata.

This casa rural is a handsome town house close to the cathedral in historic Xàtiva. Two double rooms and a quadruple make it perfect for families or larger groups.

This 200-year-old casa rural in a remote village is part of a riding stables, so it’s ideal for riders. The five delightful double rooms can be rented individually. There are shared kitchen facilities, or you can eat at the restaurant.

This rural hotel has nine rooms and suites, plus a self-catering apartment and bungalow. You can use the hotel’s facilities, which include a pool, tennis courts, and a play area for children. Staff can organize horse riding, and help plan walking routes in the surrounding sierras.

For the ultimate in luxurious self-catering accommodation, look no further than Las Lomas, part of the prestigious La Manga resort. The 60 or so apartments are clustered round a golf course, and a fabulous spa offers the latest treatments.

A pretty, whitewashed hotel at the very top of this magical village offers eight rooms and 10 stylishly decorated self-catering apartments. The views across the ochre rooftops are breathtaking.

Set in gardens and orchards just outside the beautiful town of Caravaca de la Cruz, these well-equipped houses and apartments are grouped around a pool and barbecue area. Stylishly decorated, they sleep between two and 12 people.

This web-based company offers villas and apartments throughout the Costa Blanca, booked directly through the owners. Some places can be booked for as little as one night. The website also advertises B&B accommodation and guesthouses.