Breathtaking cliffs and crystal-clear water make this one worth the journey. It's the place to escape the crowds and enjoy the sea away from any buildings. The far left end is an unofficial nudist area, good to know!

A true hidden gem. It's not the easiest beach to reach, but if you want to switch off and have the place almost to yourself, this is it. Old fishermen's houses still stand by the water and give it a wonderfully authentic feel.

Moraira's crown jewel, featured in many travel magazines. Soft sand and shallow turquoise water make it perfect for families. You'll find kayak and paddleboard hire at the far end (April to September, about €10–15 an hour) and three beach bars open all day.

A small stony cove that few people know about, and a snorkeller's paradise with clear water and lots of marine life. It's reached by a long flight of steps, so we'd suggest it for adults rather than little ones. There are no facilities: that's the price of the peace and quiet.

Moraira's most family-friendly beach, and its busiest. Soft sand, shallow water and a little stream where children can paddle safely, plus a playground, volleyball nets, showers, toilets, sunbed hire and the El Castillo beach bar. Parking is free.

Half soft sand, half rocks: a great compromise if you have children but still want to snorkel. It's lesser known than Ampolla, so often quieter, with parking, showers, toilets and good restaurants nearby.

A small pebble beach that's ideal for discovering local marine life, with parking and some quality restaurants nearby. Algas Bar, an iconic cocktail bar with some of the best views in Moraira, is right here.