Family Apartment in Calpe with Pool, Cot and High Chair

Travelling with children changes what you need from a holiday apartment. The beach goes from being "pretty" to having to have a gentle slope; the pool goes from "optional" to essential for the midday nap; and small details — cot, high chair, washing machine, second child-sized bed — make the difference between a relaxed holiday and a tricky trip. Ámbar Beach is designed for families looking for exactly that. Calpe sits on the Costa Blanca, in Alicante province, southeast Spain.

Why Calpe is a great destination with children

Calpe combines advantages that few Mediterranean coastal destinations offer together:

• Blue Flag La Fossa beach: fine sand, very gentle slope at the shoreline, moderate waves, pedestrian promenade closed to traffic throughout the summer.
• Stable microclimate: sheltered by the Sierra de Bernia to the north and the Peñón de Ifach to the south, with average temperatures of 18 ºC in winter and 28 ºC in summer.
• Practical for self-catering: in Calpe you'll find large supermarkets 5 minutes away by car, a daily fruit market in the old town and restaurants with a children's menu and high chairs in the harbour area.
• Short outings with little ones: the Peñón park, the salt flats with flamingos, small coves like Cala del Racó… no day trip needs more than 30 minutes by car.

Inside the apartment — designed for families

Real capacity, not "sleeps up to X"

The apartment is officially registered for 4 guests and is genuinely comfortable for that number. A family of 4 (two adults + two children) has plenty of space: a double in one bedroom, two singles in the other, and a dining table for games or quiet indoor dinners. For families of 5, the sofa bed in the living room works well for a fifth member or a visiting relative.

A properly equipped kitchen

Cooking with children on holiday is essential: it saves money and, above all, keeps mealtime routines. The kitchen has an oven, microwave, ceramic hob, dishwasher, coffee machine, blender, kettle and enough crockery for 4-6 diners. The fridge holds a full weekly shop.

Babies and toddlers

• Travel cot (up to 24 months) available on request, with a modest supplement.
• Table-mounted high chair available — request it when booking so we have it ready.
• Sockets with safety covers in accessible areas.
• Ceramic hob (not touch-induction that switches on with a brush, no open-flame gas).

Communal pool

The pool is part of the complex, with a lifeguard in high season and a shallow children's area. It has strict opening hours (10:00 to 21:00) and loud noise is forbidden after 14:00 — good news: a quiet siesta is guaranteed.

Washing machine and drying area

Make use of the washing machine from day one — a family easily produces two loads a week, and getting home without suitcases full of dirty clothes is one of the best gifts a well-equipped holiday rental can offer.

La Fossa beach with children

La Fossa is an excellent beach in Calpe for families:

• Gentle slope at the shoreline — small children can walk many metres with the water at knee height.
• Moderate waves except on specific easterly days (check the sea-state app).
• Showers and public toilets every 100-150 metres.
• Beach bars with a children's menu in season.
• Playgrounds along the promenade.
• Protected cycle lane the length of the promenade — ideal for hiring bikes with child seats.

Easy arrival and check-in with children

We know that landing in Alicante with two tired children after a long drive or flight isn't the moment for reception queues. Our check-in is 100 % online:

• You receive a link to complete the traveller details before arrival (Spanish RD 933/2021 / SES.HOSPEDAJES compliance).
• The seasonal-lease contract (Spanish LAU art. 3) is signed from your phone, with eIDAS evidence (Spanish Law 6/2020).
• We send you the building access instructions on arrival day.
• If you're running late, we answer WhatsApp at any time — no reception that closes at 22:00.

Frequently asked questions for families

How many people fit comfortably?

Four with room to spare (two adults + two children). Up to five using the sofa bed in the living room.

Are the cot and high chair an extra charge?

Yes, a modest supplement per stay. It isn't daily hire: pay once and use them as long as you like during your stay.

Is there a Mercadona or supermarket nearby?

Yes, Consum and Mercadona are 5-10 minutes on foot. On the first day you can pick up the basics on foot and then drive over for a bigger weekly shop.

Does the pool have a shallow area?

Yes, there's a shallower area so children can play safely. Parental supervision is always required — the lifeguard is only on duty in high season.

Is La Fossa beach closed to traffic?

The promenade is pedestrianised all summer. In winter vehicle access is also heavily restricted.

Do you accept late arrivals?

Yes. As check-in is online and access is by code/secure key, you can arrive whenever you need to. We just ask that you let us know so we can have everything ready.