Top 5 best bicycle rentals in Villajoyosa (La Vila Joiosa)

Villajoyosa doesn't feel like a place you're meant to rush through in a car. Its old town spills right down to the water, a wall of pastel-painted houses facing the harbour, and the whole seafront from the beach at Playa del Centro out toward Playa de la Almadraba is one long, easy stretch of promenade. Hop on a bike and you can drift past the fishing boats, stop wherever the light looks good on the façades, and be at the sand five minutes later — no parking to hunt for, no traffic to fight.

That's really the whole case for exploring on two wheels here. The old town is compact and mostly flat, its lanes too narrow and too pretty to be worth navigating by car, while the coast is stitched together by a continuous promenade built for walking and cycling rather than driving. A bike also opens up the old railway line converted into a greenway heading inland, and makes the longer run down the coast into Benidorm a pleasant outing instead of a parking headache.

Top 10 things to see in Villajoyosa by bike

1. Playa del Centro / Playa de la Vila — the colourful harbourfront beach right below the old town's painted houses, the classic postcard ride.
2. Casco Antiguo (Old Town painted houses) — a short pedal along the seafront to see the pastel façades sailors once used to spot home from the water.
3. Playa de la Almadraba — a quieter beach east of the centre, reached on an easy flat ride along the coast promenade.
4. Playa del Paraíso / Racó del Conill — a family-friendly cove a few kilometres south, good for a short seaside outing.
5. Torre de Sant Josep watchtower — one of the old coastal defence towers, a scenic stop with sea views.
6. Puente de El Barranquet aqueduct bridge — a distinctive multi-arch bridge over the Riu Amadorio, a popular photo stop on the edge of town.
7. Serra Grossa coastal path — a scenic cliff-side route toward Benidorm and Alicante, ridable in sections for sea views you won't get from a car.
8. Vía Verde de Villajoyosa — a disused railway line turned into a flat, signposted greenway, ideal for an easy inland ride.
9. Museu del Xocolate (Valor chocolate museum) — a short ride to the edge of town for the well-known chocolate-factory museum.
10. Benidorm seafront / Playa de Poniente — a longer coastal ride south along the promenade into neighbouring Benidorm.

What do you need to rent a bike in Villajoyosa?

Good news: no licence is required to rent a bicycle in Spain, whatever your age. Most rental partners set their own minimum age, typically around 16 or 18, and will usually ask for a deposit blocked on a card in the renter's name. Since no licence is needed, an International Driving Permit isn't relevant here either — just bring ID and a card for the deposit.

How much does it cost to rent a bike in Villajoyosa?

Expect around 3–8 EUR per day in low season, rising to 10–18 EUR per day in high season. If you'd rather ride an e-bike or a premium hybrid or road bike, budget 15–25 EUR per day.

• Prices climb through spring and peak in July and August, the busiest months on the coast.
• They ease off from autumn onward, with November to February the cheapest stretch to book a rental bike in Villajoyosa.

When to book a rental bike in Villajoyosa?

High season runs through July and August, when the beaches fill up and prices sit at their yearly high — book ahead if you're travelling then. Low season stretches from November to March, with the lightest crowds and the lowest prices landing in November, December, January and February. If you want warm weather without the summer price tag, May, June, September and October hit that balance well.

Local traffic rules in Villajoyosa

Spain drives on the right. Cyclists must wear a helmet on interurban roads regardless of age, and it's compulsory in built-up areas only for riders under 16 — worth wearing one regardless, especially if you're heading out along the coastal path. Vehicles overtaking a cyclist must leave at least 1.5 m of clearance, and speed limits in town generally sit at 50 km/h, dropping to 30 km/h or even 20 km/h on narrower single-lane streets, so traffic moves slowly around you. If you're riding at night outside built-up areas, lights and a reflective garment are required. And as everywhere in Spain, handheld phones and headphones are off-limits while riding.

Types of bikes available

On our website you can rent the following types of bicycles: classic bikes, tandems, road bikes, carbon, cyclocross, touring, trekking, hybrid, mountain bikes (MTB), cruisers, comfort, city, commuter, urban, Dutch bikes, lady, bike for kids, folding, tricycles with three wheels, bikes with basket, with gears, with suspension, with rear rack, fat-tire bikes, electric bicycles.

Models of bicycles available

On our website you can hire a bike of the following manufacturers: Avanti, Batavus, Bianchi, Trek, Cannondale, Cube, Diamant, Felt, Scott, Gazelle, Genesis, Giant, GT Bicycles, Ideal, K2, Diamondback, Schwinn, Jamis, Raleigh, Kona, Kross, Merida, Mongoose, Next, Orbea, Órbita, Murray, Roadmaster, Rocky, Miele, Rover, Shimano, Vélo, Specialized.

Which insurance is provided with my rental bicycle?

Bicycle rentals typically come with basic cover for third-party damage, but theft and damage terms vary from one provider to another. Some include simple loss or damage protection in the price, while others cover it through your deposit; always check the exact terms on the booking page before you confirm.

Extra services available

When you make a reservation of a bicycle you also can order the following extra services and equipment: helmet, GPS navigation, clip pedals, side cases, rear rack, basket, light, gloves, speedometer, individual guide or tour, full insurance, one-way rental, or delivery to the address of your choice.

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Most of our local bicycle rentals have many years of experience and will provide you with a well-kept bike, lock, basket and friendly service. The number of companies we work with is increasing every day, so if you want to rent a bicycle, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!