Set on a hilltop among olive groves, this hotel is located just outside the village of Vall D’Alba. It offers an outdoor pool and a minigolf course with great mountain views. The air-conditioned rooms at L’Ermita Casa Ripo feature simple, smart décor. Each one comes with a TV and a private bathroom. The hotel’s restaurant serves traditional Mediterranean food, specialising in paella, seafood and grilled meat. There is also a snack bar and a bar with a terrace. L’Ermita Casa Ripo is built next to a church, which overlooks the valley. There is also a children’s play area and a lounge with board games. The Plana Alta area is popular for hiking and mountain biking, and the medieval town of Villafamés is just 5 minutes’ drive away. You can drive to the beaches of the Costa Blanca in around 30 minutes.