Business
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €2,200 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €88,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €2,900 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €174,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €2,100 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €126,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €2,700 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €216,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €1,900 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €152,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 25% (Standard Spanish rate; 15% for new companies for 2 years)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 19% - 28% for residents
- Tax System
- Worldwide income basis for residents (>183 days)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 47% (over €300,000)
- VAT
- 21% (IVA)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, strict transparency rules (Transparencia Fiscal Internacional)
- Property Tax
- IBI (Impuesto sobre Bienes Inmuebles) – approx. €200-€600/year
- Property Transaction Tax
- 10% ITP (Transfer Tax) for resale; 10% VAT for new builds
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Beckham Law (24% flat tax) or the Spanish Digital Nomad Visa (specific tax benefits)
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €3,200 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €128,000)
Essentials
- City
- Denia, Alicante, Spain
- Population
- 45,000 (increases to 200,000 in summer)
- Internet Speed
- Average 100-600 Mbps (Fiber is widely available)
- Currency & Banking
- 1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD. Major banks: CaixaBank, Banco Santander (Carrer del Marqués de Campo)
- Tap Water
- Safe but high mineral content; most locals prefer bottled or filtered water
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F sockets
- SIM Card
- Movistar, Orange, Vodafone; €15-20 for 50GB-100GB prepaid
- Banking for Expats
- Revolut and Wise accepted everywhere; Banco Sabadell for local accounts
- Accommodation
- Airbnb, Idealista, and local agencies like Denia Costa
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, cards and Apple Pay accepted in 95% of establishments
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb and Booking.com; average €800-€1,200/month in low season
- Budget Accommodation
- Hostel Denia (approx. €25/night), Hotel Fontanella (€50/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Baix la Mar (Old fisherman's quarter) or Les Marines (Beachfront)
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- City Center (near Marqués de Campo) or La Pedrera (quiet, views)
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Knowhere Denia (Carrer Foramur, 12) - €15/day, €150/month
- Best Cafe for Work
- LUNAtic Denia (Port) or Mandarina (Carrer del Vicent weaved)
- Networking Events
- Denia Digital Nomads Meetup (check Meetup.com), ADL Denia workshops
- Social Events for Expats
- Expats in Denia Facebook Group; Marina Alta Business Club
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Radio Taxi Denia (+34 965 78 65 65); Uber/Cabify are limited
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Denia Bikes (Carrer de l'Abadessa Olzet) - €15/day
- Best Beach Nearby
- Les Rotes (rocky coves) or Playa Les Marines (sandy)
- Top Regional Airline
- Vueling (flying from Alicante-Elche ALC or Valencia VLC)
- Top International Airline
- Ryanair, EasyJet, Iberia
- Highway Access
- AP-7 (Autopista del Mediterráneo) connecting to Valencia and Alicante
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Denia Tram Station (Line 9 to Benidorm/Alicante)
- Public Transport Passes
- Bono Oro card for DeniBus; TRAM cards for regional travel
- Regional Travel
- ALSA Bus to Valencia/Alicante (€12); Balearia Ferry to Ibiza/Mallorca (€60+)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Hospital de Dénia-Marina Salud (Partida Beniadlà)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- The Yoga Studio Denia (Carrer de la Mar)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Dénia Sports Centre (Polideportivo) or Basic-Fit
- Laundry Services
- Lavandería Autoservicio Speed Queen (Carrer de Patricio Ferrándiz)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Glovo, Just Eat
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Gambas Rojas de Dénia (Red Prawns) or Arroz a Banda
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Verdejo (Carrer de l'Estacio), Bio-Denia
- Best Dessert Spots
- Heladería Verdú (Carrer del Marqués de Campo)
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Mercat Municipal de Dénia (Carrer de Magallanes)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon.es, El Corte Inglés
- Grocery Delivery
- Mercadona, Carrefour (online apps)
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Carrer de la Mar or the Marina El Portet district
- Local Brewery
- Marina Alta coastal beers found in local 'Cervecerías'
- Wine Bars
- La Bodega del Puerto (Paseo Saladar)
- Street Food Stalls
- Els Magazinos (Gastronomic Market with 20+ stalls)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Republic (Denia Marina) for international/fusion
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Castillo de Denia (11th-century castle)
- Museums & Art Venues
- Museu del Joguet (Toy Museum), Museu Arqueològic
- Historical Sites
- Tunel del Castillo, Roman ruins at L'Almadrava
- Religious Sites
- Iglesia de la Asunción (Plaza de la Constitución)
- Annual Events
- Fallas in March; Bous a la Mar in July
- Cultural Districts
- Baix la Mar heritage district
- Theater Venues
- Teatre Auditori Centre Social
- Local Markets
- Monday Street Market (Torrecremada Park)
- Music Scene
- La Chica de Ayer (Live 80s/90s music)
- Street Art
- Murals around the Port and Tunnel entry
- Cooking Classes
- Dénia Gastronomía (UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy workshops)
- Art Galleries
- Galeria d'Art L'Estacio
- Historic Buildings
- Ayuntamiento de Dénia (City Hall)
- Local Heritage
- UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy designation
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Montgó Natural Park (hiking trails)
- National Parks Nearby
- Marjal de Pego-Oliva (Wetlands)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Via Verde de Dénia (6km flat path to Els Poblets)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Mirador de les Rotes / Torre del Gerro
- Birdwatching Locations
- Marina de Dénia coastline and Molinell River
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Not permitted on beaches; use designated BBQ areas in Montgó camping zones
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Correos (Carrer del Pare Pere), SEUR, MRW
- Tech Repair Services
- Informática Dénia (Carrer de Diana)
- Table Tennis Spots
- Polideportivo Municipal Dénia
- Language Classes
- TLC Dénia (Carrer de Barbacana)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Biblioteca Pública Municipal (Carrer de Sant Josep)
- Community Centers
- Juventud Dénia (Ronda de les Muralles)
- Gaming Lounges
- Limited; mostly internet cafes like Locutorio Diana
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Luckia Slots Dénia (Carrer del Marqués de Campo)