Les Monges Palace

Alicante

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This agreeably quirky place in the nightlife zone is a treasure with winding corridors, tiles, mosaics and antique furniture. Each room is individually decorated – some are considerably more spacious than others – with plenty of character; some are in a more modern wing. The rooftop terrace bar is great and reception couldn’t be more welcoming.

To really pamper yourself, choose one of the two rooms with steam-bath shower and spa (€120).

Look out for the small Dalí original beside the reception desk.

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