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Valencian Tourism Hits Record Highs Over Easter Holiday

Hotels and tourist apartments in key destinations reached unprecedented occupancy levels, driven by strong demand and expanded air services.

Overview

  • Benidorm led the region with hotel occupancy peaking at 93%, while Valencia reached nearly 90%, according to Hosbec.
  • Tourist apartments averaged 85% occupancy, with a peak of 98% between Maundy Thursday and Easter Sunday, per ApturCV.
  • Cullera achieved a record 92% occupancy, with high visitor spending and restaurants fully booked days in advance.
  • National tourists from Madrid, Castilla–La Mancha, and Aragón dominated, alongside notable international visitors from France, Belgium, Germany, and the UK.
  • Challenges such as strong winds disrupting beach activities and parking shortages in Cullera prompted municipal planning efforts.