Tourism statisticsCity2026
Alicante Tourism Statistics: 1.1M Arrivals in 2024
Alicante, in the Valencian Community, Spain, recorded 1,119,752 tourist arrivals in 2024, Turisme Comunitat Valenciana reports. AirROI estimates 83,451 Airbnb stays in Alicante in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was August, and the quietest was January.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 539,225
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 6.5 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- August
- From abroad, among guests who left a review
- 87%
Key facts
Alicante Tourism Facts
Each sentence names its place, period and source, so it can be quoted alone.
Official
- Turisme Comunitat Valenciana puts Alicante at 1,119,752 tourist arrivals in 2024.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in Alicante at 83,451 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Alicante added up to 539,225 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in Alicante lasted 6.5 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 59 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks August the busiest Airbnb month in Alicante in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by July and June, with January the quietest.
- AirROI estimates the six busiest Airbnb months in Alicante ran unbroken from May to October in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Alicante in August were booked furthest ahead, about 88 days, against 37 days for January, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 87% of Alicante Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 came from abroad, led by the United Kingdom at 21% and France at 10%.
- Among Alicante Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, Madrid was the top origin city at 3.6%, ahead of London at 3.2%, AirROI estimates.
By place
- AirROI ranks Alicante 7th for Airbnb stays among the 347 towns it lists in Spain in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit Alicante?
Turisme Comunitat Valenciana counted 1,119,752 tourist arrivals in 2024.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,119,752Tourist arrivals | Travelers staying in regulated tourist accommodation in Alicante | 2024 | Turisme Comunitat Valenciana |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in Alicante
Alicante had 3,419 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 83,451 stays and 539,225 nights. A typical stay lasted 6.5 nights and was booked about 59 days ahead, longer than the worldwide stay of 5.2 nights.
- Airbnb homes
- 3,419
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 83,451
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 539,225
- Typical stay
- 6.5 nights
- Booked ahead
- 59 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in Alicante?
On Airbnb, August was the busiest month in Alicante in the 12 months to October 2026, then July and June. January was the quietest. The six busiest months run unbroken from May to October.
August ranks first, January last
Airbnb months in calendar order, 12 months to October 2026. The number is the month's rank, and 1 is the busiest. The bar shows its part of Airbnb nights.
- Three busiest months
- Other months
From busiest to quietest: August, July, June, September, May, October, March, April, February, November, December, January.
Month by month: rank, typical stay and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| August | 10.9% | 88 days |
| July | 9.7% | 75 days |
| June | 9.2% | 68 days |
| September | 9.0% | 60 days |
| May | 9.0% | 59 days |
| October | 8.2% | 64 days |
| March | 8.2% | 39 days |
| April | 8.2% | 52 days |
| February | 7.4% | 40 days |
| November | 7.3% | 43 days |
| December | 6.7% | 43 days |
| January | 6.2% | 37 days |
Share is each month's part of the year's Airbnb nights. Typical stay and days booked ahead are AirROI estimates for stays in each month.
Where guests come from
Where Do Alicante Airbnb Guests Come From?
Among Alicante Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 87% came from abroad, led by the United Kingdom at 21% and France at 10%, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, Madrid was the top origin city at 3.6%, ahead of London at 3.2%. The figures rest on 248,601 reviews, written over many years.
87% from abroad
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From abroad 87%
- From within Spain 13%
Top countries abroad
Among guests who left a review
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in Alicante
How many tourists visit Alicante?
Alicante had 1,119,752 tourist arrivals in 2024, according to Turisme Comunitat Valenciana. AirROI estimates 83,451 Airbnb stays in Alicante in the 12 months to October 2026, which is a separate count of bookings.
When is the busiest time in Alicante?
The busiest Airbnb month in Alicante in the 12 months to October 2026 was August, then July and June. The six busiest months run from May to October.
What is the quietest month in Alicante?
January was the quietest Airbnb month in Alicante in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and December ranked 11th. Stays in January were booked about 37 days ahead, against 88 days for August.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in Alicante?
A typical Airbnb stay in Alicante lasted 6.5 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 59 days ahead. That is longer than the worldwide 5.2 nights. By month, stays ran from 5.4 nights in November to 7.5 nights in July.
Where do Airbnb guests in Alicante come from?
Of Alicante Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 87% came from abroad, AirROI estimates. The largest groups were the United Kingdom at 21% and France at 10%. Among the same guests, the top origin city was Madrid at 3.6%, ahead of London at 3.2%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. Turisme Comunitat Valenciana counts tourist arrivals (1,119,752 in 2024). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds. AirROI's 83,451 stays are estimates for the 12 months to October 2026.
Method
How These Numbers Are Made
Official figures come from their publishers, linked above, and were last checked in November 2026. Stays and nights are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026, built from Airbnb listing data, and cover Airbnb only. Nights are stays times the typical stay: 83,451 stays at 6.46 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 248,601 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.