The Place to Be, Alicante

The Place to Be is a family-friendly stay in Alicante, Spain, set on C/ Madrid 37 in a part of the city that works well for day-to-day walking. With a guest rating of 9.4/10 from 42 reviews, it’s the kind of base where people tend to mention smooth check-ins and a calm, non-smoking environment. The rooms and common areas are non-smoking, and air conditioning helps take the edge off warm afternoons. Free wired internet and internet access are useful for planning beach time, museum visits, or keeping in touch while traveling. Families appreciate that children are allowed, and the hotel also provides beach toys for easier trips to the coast.

Location matters here: you can reach Postiguet Beach in about 1 km and use the Explanada de España promenade (around 1 km) for evening walks. Culture is close too, with the Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Alicante (MACA) roughly 1 km away and the San Nicolás Co-Cathedral about 1.2 km from the address. For views over the city, the Castillo de Santa Bárbara is around 2 km, making it a realistic outing even if you’re traveling with kids.

Reviewers commonly describe the stay as comfortable and well-organized, with guests highlighting practical touches like receiving an invoice and having reliable internet for everyday needs. It’s best for families and road-trip friendly travelers who want a straightforward, city-based base with quick access to the beach and major sights, while knowing that parking is not available on site.