Apartamentos Mare Nostrum in Alcossebre
The Apartamentos Mare Nostrum are one of the most sought-after holiday rental options in the centre of Alcossebre (Alcocebre / Alcoceber), on the Costa del Azahar in Castellón. Their great strength is the location: they sit on the second line from the beach, barely 50 metres from the sea and a minute's walk from the promenade, the bars, the restaurants and the supermarket. For anyone looking for apartments in Alcossebre close to the beach and to all the amenities, it is a hard choice to beat.
An apartment right in the heart of Alcossebre
The complex was built in 2001 and consists of apartments with 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms, designed for couples as well as families or groups. Each apartment has a living-dining room, an open kitchen with an oven, a washing machine, a sofa bed, a television and a balcony or terrace. The building also has a swimming pool, a very welcome bonus in the hot months and perfect for families with children who want to alternate between sea and pool without travelling.
Inside the apartment
The larger apartments, with two and three bedrooms, are ideal for families of up to six people thanks to the sofa bed in the living room. The open kitchen, integrated into the living-dining room, lets you prepare meals with everything you need (oven, ceramic hob, fridge and washing machine), something key on a long beach holiday. The terrace or balcony is the gathering point at the end of the day, for an al fresco dinner after a day in the sun. Being right in the centre, doing the shopping or popping out for bread takes a couple of minutes.
El Cargador beach and the promenade
El Cargador beach is Alcossebre's great town beach: wide, with fine sand and shallow waters, awarded the Blue Flag and perfect for swimming as a family. From Mare Nostrum it is a couple of minutes' stroll away, as is the lively seafront promenade, ideal for summer dinners and ice creams at sunset. Being in the centre also means having the weekly market, the town festivals and all the social life of the town on your doorstep during the summer.
Food and leisure in the centre
The centre of Alcossebre concentrates much of the town's best dining: rice restaurants, seafood restaurants, tapas taverns and ice cream parlours a few metres from the apartment. In the evenings, the bars along the promenade and the terraces keep the atmosphere going late. And if you fancy a change, the Las Fuentes Marina, with its seaside restaurants, is a short trip away. This concentration of services and leisure is precisely what makes the centre the favourite area for those travelling without a car.
What to do nearby
Besides the beach, from the centre it is easy to head up to the Santa Lucía and San Benet hermitage, with its panoramic views over the bay, or to set off on trails in the Sierra de Irta Natural Park. Families have water sports at the marina, bike hire and the surrounding coves within easy reach. It is an excellent base camp for discovering all of Alcossebre, combining beach, nature and food in a single trip.
Guest reviews
On portals such as Booking and TripAdvisor, Mare Nostrum's guests highlight above all its unbeatable location and its good value for money: "you have everything a minute away" is a recurring comment. As happens with many such central apartments, some guests mention night-time noise on summer weekends, so if you are sensitive to noise it is worth asking for a high floor and confirming the sleeping arrangements when you book.
Booking tips
Mare Nostrum runs at full capacity in high season, so book in advance if you are travelling in July or August. For family stays, the 2 and 3-bedroom apartments offer the best comfort, and the communal pool is a winner with children. Outside the peak summer months you will find better prices and a quieter atmosphere, with the beach and the town just as enjoyable. The rental is managed by Casa Azahar, a specialist local agency that can advise you on availability and prices for your dates.
Frequently asked questions
How far is the beach? About 50 metres, on the second line, with El Cargador beach a couple of minutes' walk away.
Is there a swimming pool? Yes, the complex has a communal pool.
How many people can stay? Depending on the apartment, from 2 to 6 people (1, 2 or 3 bedrooms plus a sofa bed).
Is it a good option without a car? Yes, one of the best: right in the centre, with the beach, supermarket and restaurants on foot.
When should I book? As early as possible for July and August; outside those dates there is more availability and better prices.