Dear guest,
Welcome to Casa Yoyosa, my little piece of paradise in beautiful Javea. I’m so happy you’re here.
This place was born from a dream.
A place to slow down, reconnect, and simply be.
Whether you’re here for a short holiday, a longer recharge, or a season of personal growth, I hope you’ll feel not just at home, but truly at peace here.
Make yourself comfortable.
Enjoy long mornings with coffee on the terrace.
Feel free to explore the beautiful beaches and secret coves nearby.
Or do absolutely nothing for a while, sometimes, that’s exactly what the soul needs.
Inside this guest guide you’ll find all kinds of helpful information. From practical tips to personal recommendations, from where to get the best food to how to find a good English-speaking doctor (just in case 😉).
And of course… if you need anything or have a question, don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m here to help.
For now, I invite you to let the days stretch.
To soak up the beauty around you.
And to reconnect with the most important person in your life: you.
Warm regards and EnYoY!
Yolanda
Host of Casa Yoyosa
+31 6 14 38 21 20
To help you settle in quickly, here are some practical details and helpful tips about Casa Yoyosa. If anything is unclear or doesn’t work as expected, please don’t hesitate to let me know.
If you break something – no stress! Just let me know. These things happen.
And if you need a tip or have a question, I’m only a message away.
Nobody wants to think about emergencies on holiday…
But it’s good to know where to go or who to call if something unexpected happens.
Here’s what you need to know 👇
Hospital Marina Salud Dénia (public hospital)
Modern public hospital with good facilities and English-speaking staff
📍 Hospital de Dénia-MarinaSalud, 03700 Dénia, Alicante
📞 +34 966 429 000
🕑 Open 24/7 – emergency entrance clearly marked
Hospital Clinica Benidorm (HCB) in Denia (private hospital)
📍 Av. de Gandia, 45, 03700 Dénia, Alicante
📞 +34 966 130 190
🕑 Open 24/7 – emergency entrance clearly marked
Tip: Bring your passport or ID if you go to the hospital. EU residents can use their EHIC (European Health Insurance Card).
Centro de Salud Xàbia (Old Town)
📍 Plaça de la Constitució, 03730 Xàbia, Alicante
📞 +34 966 42 81 50
🕘 Usually open Mon–Fri during office hours
You may need to make an appointment or wait a little.
There are several in town – here is the closest:
Farmacia Jose Torres Fontes – closest one to the house
📍 Carrer les Capelletes, 3, bajo, 03726 El Poble Nou de Benitatxell, Alicante
📞 +34 966 494 047
🕘 Mon–Fri during 9:00–20:00, Sat 9:00-14:00
Most pharmacies are open Monday to Saturday from 9:00–13:30 and 17:00–20:00.
There’s always one pharmacy on night duty (farmacia de guardia) – the rotating list is usually posted on each pharmacy door or online.
Montgo Dental Javea (dutch speaking)
📞 +34 966 461 544
Clinica Dental La Plaza Javea (english speaking)
📞 +34 966 461 120
In case you’re feeling unwell and unsure what to do: send me a message. I’m happy to help you navigate things or translate if needed. Your peace of mind matters here.
Mas y mas – Closest to the house
📍 Ctra. La font, 16, 03726 Benitachell, Alicante
🕘 Usually open Mon–Sat (in season Sunday also), 9:00–21:30
Mercadona – Great quality & value, ideal for big shopping trips
📍 Carretera Cabo la Nao, s/n, 03730 Xàbia, Alicante
🕘 Usually open Mon–Sat, 9:00–22:00 (Sunday in season until 15:00)
Consum – More organic options, friendly staff
📍 Esquina C/ Gineta y C/ La Campaneta, Camí Cabanes, 03730 Xàbia, Alicante
🕘 Mon–Sat, 9:00–21:30 (Sunday in season until 14:30)
Lidl – Budget-friendly with good fresh produce
📍 Carrer de Jorge Luis Borges, 14, 03730 Xàbia, Alicante
🕘 Mon–Sat, 9:00–22:00 (in season Sundays as well)
Aldi – Budget-friendly with good fresh produce
📍 Avinguda del Pla, Carretera, 55, 03730 Cap de la Nau, Alicante
🕘 Mon–Sat, 9:00–22:00 (in season Sundays as well)
Tip: Off season – shops are usually closed on Sundays, but some small minimarkets near the beach might open in the morning
Xàbia Old Town Market – Every Thursday morning
📍 Plaça de la Constitució (main square in the Old Town)
Local fruit & veg, cheeses, clothes, baskets, and lots of local color!
ATMs can be found:
Banks are open weekday mornings, usually from 8:30–14:00.
Radio Taxi Xàbia – 24/7 service
📞 +34 965 79 32 24
Tip: Best to call ahead, especially in high season.
Buses run between:
Timetables change seasonally – check online or ask me for help.
Autohurenjavea.nl – Dutch-speaking, good reviews, possibility to bring the car to Casa Yoyosa
📍 https://autohurenjavea.nl/
📞 +31-652601943
🔑 Tell Roy (owner) my name and he will help you extra well.
Lavandería Open Blue – Self-service or full-service
📍 Avinguda de Paris, 35, local 6, 03730 Xàbia, Alicante
📞 +34 603 11 11 88
🕘 Open daily
2GoBike
📍 Av. de la Fontana 5, Platja de l’Arenal, Javea, Spain
📞 +34 865 80 11 62
Tip: Early morning or late afternoon = best time for biking, especially in summer.
Correos – Xàbia
📍 Plaça de la Marina Alta, 2, 03730 Xàbia, Alicante
🕘 Usually open Mon–Fri, 08:30–19:30
You can buy stamps, send postcards, or small packages.
One of the biggest gifts of staying in Javea…
The sea. The light. The little hidden coves.
Every beach here has its own vibe – from lively and vibrant to quiet and wild. Here's a list of my personal favorites, including the best times to go and what to expect.
Let yourself be guided by joy… and saltwater.
Best for: families, restaurants, beach bars, people-watching
📍 Javea's main sandy beach – flat, lively, very accessible
✅ Sunbeds, toilets, playgrounds, shops
🍽 Surrounded by great restaurants and cafés
💡 Tip: Perfect for an easy, fun beach day. Go early in summer if you want a spot in the shade.
Best for: snorkeling, nature, wow-factor views
📍 Surrounded by cliffs and pine forest
🌊 Crystal clear water, rocky bottom – bring water shoes
🚗 Limited (paid) parking – arrive before 9:00 am in high season to find a parking space
💡 Tip: One of the most beautiful calas in Spain – and one of the busiest. Worth the early start!
Best for: iconic blue doors, dreamy photos, chill vibe
📍 White fishermen’s houses, turquoise water, Instagram-perfect
🚶♀️ Short hike down from the parking area
🍴 Restaurant La Barraca is a local favorite (book ahead)
🚗 Limited (paid) parking – arrive before 9:00 am in high season
💡 Tip: Great for sunrise and kayaking. A true hidden gem.
Best for: peace & quiet, nature lovers
📍 A lesser-known, smaller cove with white rocks
🚶♀️ Small hike to reach – wear good shoes
💡 Tip: Bring your own picnic and enjoy total serenity.
Best for: a quick dip, walkable from the port
📍 Pebble beach with deep blue water and mountain views
🍦 Nice cafés and ice cream spots nearby
💡 Tip: Ideal for an evening stroll or sunset swim. Bring your watershoes!
📍 Used to be a nude beach with beautiful wild views
💡 Ask around if it's reopened – if so, it’s spectacular but steep and rugged.
Javea is full of wonderful places to eat, drink and enjoy the Mediterranean lifestyle. Whether you’re in the mood for something fancy, something simple, or just a really good café con leche, I’ve got you covered.
Here are some of my absolute favourites; places I go to myself, and where I’d send my best friend without a doubt.
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📍 Arenal promenade
✨ Great coffee, cakes, smoothies, healthy bowls, pizza, sandwiches, basically everything :-)
💡 Also a nice place to bring your computer and work remotely
Kefi Café
📍 Near the port area
✨ Great coffees, cakes, smoothies, and healthy bowls
💡 Has a small outside shady terrace + nice place to work remotely
Nostro Café
📍 Tucked behind the Arenal promenade and in the port area
✨ Artisanal coffee, fresh cakes, vibrant smoothie bowl, healthy sandwiches and much more
💡 The port location is perfect if you're working remotely – calm, cosy, and hands-down the best coffee in town.
Nomad Hotel
📍 Along the port promenade
✨ Stylish setting with high-quality coffee, beautiful bowls, baked treats and a nice little clothing shop inside
💡 Head upstairs – the rooftop terrace offers sweeping sea views and a real feeling of understated luxury.
A la Mar
📍 At the very end of the port promenade
✨ Laid-back vibe with good coffee, juices and healthy bites
💡 You’re practically sitting in the sea here – it’s an unforgettable place to sip your coffee or open your laptop to the sound of waves.
Socco Café
📍 Near Arenal Beach
✨ Great coffee, smoothies, and healthy bowls
💡 Lovely for a relaxed, stylish start to your day
Bambula
📍 Arenal promenade
✨ Beachy chic vibe, delicious brunch options
💡 Sit outside with sea view and enjoy the breeze
Prósper Café
📍 Xàbia Old Town
✨ Cozy café with a local touch and tasty croissants
💡 Great stop during a morning walk through the old streets
La Siesta
📍 Right on Arenal Beach
✨ Chill beach vibes, comfy seating, good food and cocktails
💡 Great for a lazy lunch or sundowner with friends
La Casa della Pasta
📍 Carretera del Cabo La Nao-Pla, 27, 03730 Xàbia, Alicante
✨ Great italian food with beautifull garden, just out of the city center. Reservations necessary in high season!
💡 My favourite: Melanzana ala Parmigiani
Cala Clemence
📍 Carrer de la Barraca, 96, 03738 la Mar Blava, Alicante
✨ Amazing spot with beautifull view over the water. Reservations necessary in high season!
💡 Stay for the DJ music on Sunday's after lunch - amazing party!
Cala Bandida
📍 At the port, overlooking the sea
✨ Trendy spot with modern Spanish dishes and wow views
💡 Try their seafood paella or the crispy calamari
Volta i Volta
📍 Old Town
✨ Elegant dining with local, seasonal ingredients
💡 Perfect for a more quiet, intimate dinner
Thalassa
📍 Montañar coast
✨ Romantic restaurant with Mediterranean flavours
💡 Ideal for a sunset dinner – book ahead!
Restaurante BonAmb (Michelin-starred)
📍 Countryside just outside Xàbia
✨ A full-on experience for foodies
💡 Treat yourself to something special – tasting menu is amazing
La Cajita
📍 Near the port
✨ Creative tapas and great wines
💡 Cosy, artistic, and always a bit surprising
Bar Mercat
📍 Inside the local market in Old Town
✨ Local crowd, no frills, just great food
💡 Perfect for an authentic Xàbia lunch
Tapeo La Lola
📍 Calle Mayor
✨ Fun, colourful place with very friendly staff
💡 Try their goat cheese salad or grilled octopus
Saxo Disco Chill Out Garden (Moraira)
📍 Ctra. Moraira a Calpe, 18, 03724 Moraira, Alicante
✨ Daily live music/tributes between 18.00-20.00. Sat/Sun 16.00-20.00. Tuesday's closed
💡 Bring your dancing shoes! Party's on!
Bambula
📍 Arenal Beach
✨ Great live band every tuesday 18.00-20.00
Triskel Hotel
📍 Carrer Sor Maria Gallart, 3, 03730 Xàbia, Alicante (old town)
✨ Charming small hotel/bar with daily live music. Check out the website to see what's playing.
💡 Friday night's are the typical spanish music nights there
Atalaya Lounge Bar
📍 Above the cliffs, overlooking the port
✨ Sunset views, great music, stylish vibe
💡 Ideal for a pre-dinner drink or late night chill
Mintt Beach Club
📍 Arenal Beach
✨ Tasty cocktails, live DJs in summer
💡 Come just before sunset and watch the light shift
Chabada Beach
📍 Promenade Arenal
✨ Trendy, lively, beautiful decor
💡 Good for people-watching and Instagram-worthy drinks
There’s something magical about Javea. The light, the sea, the smells, the rhythm of life…
And whether you want to explore, relax, sweat, float or wonder – Javea (Xabia) has a little something for everyone.
Here are my favourite things to do in and around town:
Cova Tallada (The Carved Cave)
📍 In the cliffs near Dénia
✨ A dramatic sea cave carved into the rocks – part hike, part adventure
💡 Wear good shoes and bring a headlamp – and book online in high season!
Cap de Sant Antoni Natural Park
📍 Between Javea and Dénia
✨ Wild coastline, beautiful cliffs and lighthouse views
💡 Perfect for a peaceful walk with sea views and picnic potential
Montgó Massif
📍 The iconic mountain between Javea and Dénia
✨ For experienced hikers – amazing views from the top
💡 Go early and bring lots of water. It's hot up there!
Ruta de los Miradores (Scenic Viewpoints Route)
📍 All around the coast
✨ 15 official viewpoints, each one different and breathtaking
💡 You can drive or walk parts – bring your camera and your calm
Stand-up Paddleboarding & Kayaking
✨ Explore hidden calas, caves and dramatic cliffs from the water
📍 Rentals and guided tours at Cala Portitxol and Playa de la Grava
💡 Early morning is best: calm sea, no crowds, and magic light
Boat Rental
✨ From sleek yachts to small self-drive boats
📍 Marina Javea or from the port area
💡 Book ahead and bring snacks & sunscreen – it’s a dream day out
Snorkelling
✨ Cala Granadella, Cala Ambolo and La Barraca are amazing for underwater exploring
💡 You’ll often spot little fish and colourful rock formations – don’t forget your goggles!
✨ Cobblestone streets, whitewashed walls, blue doors and balconies
🛍 Visit artisan shops, small boutiques and local cafés
🕍 Don’t miss the 15th-century church (Iglesia de San Bartolomé)
💡 Thursday is market day – it’s busy but full of life
Xàbia Weekly Market – Thursday morning
📍 Old Town
🍋 Fresh fruit, cheeses, spices, clothes, baskets – a colourful, local experience
Jesus Pobre Weekly Market – Sunday morning
📍 Jesus Pobre (about 10 min drive from Javea)
🍋 Fresh fruit, cheeses, spices and also a place for a nice coffee & fresh baked cake!
Artesanal Night Markets (summer only)
📍 Arenal Promenade or Port
✨ Handmade jewellery, soaps, candles, little treasures to take home
Dénia – Historic town, port, castle and fantastic food
Altea – White hilltop village with art galleries and slow charm
Moraira – Small coastal town with relaxed elegance
Guadalest – A fairytale village in the mountains
Valencia – City trip? Culture, shopping, beach and soul in one
💡 All within 20 to 90 minutes drive – and worth every kilometre
You know those places that make you slow down…
That smell of wood, soap, leather or lavender…
That feel like someone’s passion made into a shop?
Javea is full of them. Here are my favourites for when you want to browse, buy a gift, or simply enjoy the pleasure of beautiful things.
La Sucreria d’Art
📍 Old Town
✨ Handmade jewellery, local crafts, and soulful little gifts
💡 Great for finding something unique and supporting local artists
Nomad Boutique
📍 Arenal area
✨ Boho fashion, candles, accessories and beachy chic vibes
💡 Warning: it’s hard to leave without buying something 😉
Monsoon Xàbia
📍 Port area
✨ Lifestyle shop with yoga wear, incense, skincare and flowy fashion
💡 Great energy – perfect place to pick up a little piece of calm
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Look for small local brands in markets or delicatessen shops – the flavour is nothing like supermarket stuff!
Local Wines
Try a bottle from the Jalón Valley (ask for "vino de la Marina Alta")
💡 Tip: Ask in restaurants which one they recommend – most sell bottles too
Salted Almonds & Dried Figs
Available at local markets – delicious, simple, and very giftable
Herbal Soaps & Natural Cosmetics
Find them in artisan markets or at:
Herbolario El Cantonet – 📍 Old Town
✨ Natural products, teas, oils and good vibes
Caramelo
📍 Arenal – fashion with a twist
✨ Colourful, feminine, beachy chic
Tosca Boutique
📍 Old Town
✨ Elegant Mediterranean style, local designers
Markets
📍 Thursday in Old Town or summer night markets
✨ Clothes, bags, scarves, baskets, and sunshine in woven form
Papelería Botella
📍 Old Town
✨ Local bookshop with some English titles, notebooks, cards
💡 Want to journal your stay? Buy yourself a beautiful notebook here
At Casa Yoyosa, you're not just on holiday. Most people that come here are on a journey back to themselves. To rest. To reconnect. To remember what truly matters.
This chapter is an invitation to slow down. To tune in. To soften.
Pilates Javea with Abby
📍 Avinguda de Paris, 37, 03730 Platja de l'Arenal, Alicante
🧘♀️ English-speaking teacher Abby, various classes Barre, Pilates, Private Pilates
📞 +34 636 71 50 63
💡 Drop-in classes available – check the schedule with Abb
Sunrise Yoga at the Beach (summer only)
📍 Arenal or Cala Blanca
✨ Moving your body as the sun rises over the sea? Yes please.
💡 Bring a towel, water, and a sense of wonder
Victoria Whitehead
📍 https://www.victoriawhitehead.com/
💆♀️ Reflexology and therapeutic massage, highly recommended!
📞 +34 661 35 75 61
💡 Can sometimes come to the house – ask for availability
Holistic Healing / Reiki / Energy Work
✨ For those who want to go deeper into energy and emotion
💡 Let me know if you're curious – I know some beautiful souls who offer this
Here are a few simple things you can try during your stay to feel more connected, calm and clear:
🌅 Morning Ritual
Sit outside with your coffee or tea. Feel the breeze. Breathe deeply. Ask yourself:
“What do I need today?”
“What do I want to remember from this moment?”
📝 Journal Prompts
🧘 Silent 10 Minutes
Each day, just sit. No phone. No plan. Just you and the now. See what shows up.
Time always moves differently here. Maybe it felt like an eternity. Or just a flash of light, sand, and wine. Either way, it was a pleasure to have you here!
Before you go, here are a few practical things:
If you loved your stay, I’d be so grateful if you’d leave a review or a message in the guestbook. Just a few words about your experience can help others find their way here and bring a little extra joy to my day too.
Many guests return year after year, some even stay for weeks or months in winter to escape the cold and reconnect. If you’re curious about:
… send me a message or check www.yoy4life.com
Before you go, take a moment to pause.
Stand on the terrace.
Look at the sky.
Feel the warmth of this place in your body, in your heart.
And ask yourself:
What do I want to take home with me from this trip, into my life?
Thank you for being here.
Thank you for your presence, your footsteps, your laughter, your stillness.
Casa Yoyosa is more joyful because you’ve been part of it.
Until we meet again…🌞
Warm regards,
Yolanda