We are in El Cabanyal, one of Valencia’s most authentic neighborhoods, and we can’t think of a better place for Kora Lluna. Among modernist façades, historic streets and the smell of the sea, this neighborhood is brimming with Mediterranean character. Here, life is lived in the street: from the first morning coffee to the last a la fresca (outdoor) conversation.
VALENCIA
YOU’RE NOT JUST BY THE SEA, YOU’RE IN EL CABANYAL
A neighborhood with a seaside soul and vibrant local life.
Kora Lluna is only a few minutes on foot from Malvarrosa Beach. On the way, you’ll discover markets, shops, traditional bars and new spots that keep the neighborhood’s essence more alive than ever. A perfect environment for those looking for an aparthotel in Valencia and who want to live like a true local.
OUR LOCAL RECOMMENDATIONS
More than a century as a temple of wine and tapas in El Cabanyal. A legendary winery opened in 1836 where everything tastes like tradition.
A tavern with a neighborhood vibe and local products. Vermouth, clóchinas (Valencian mussels) and dishes that taste like the Mediterranean.
A café with lots of personality, perfect for breakfast, a drink or spending hours among books and tiles.
Creative, seasonal cuisine in a spectacular venue that pays homage to the neighborhood’s maritime past.
A classic Valencian bar. Bravas (potatoes in a spicy tomato sauce), clóchinas (Valencian mussels), fried squid and other typical products from the fish market in a no-frills atmosphere.
Paellas cooked over a wood fire in front of the sea for generations. Authenticity and Valencian flavor in every grain of rice.
Legendary Valencian bar for those looking for high-quality products and no-frills, authentic flavor.
Fresh, local products with a story. Ideal for letting yourself get carried away by whatever you feel like cooking or snacking on.
Don’t forget to walk along the vibrant main street of El Cabanyal. Tiled Façades, bars full of character and maritime vibes on every corner.
Specialists in anchovies since 1957. Tapas that taste like the sea and, simple and steeped in history.
Culture, concerts, exhibitions, and a terrace to enjoy afternoons by the sea. A different plan, without leaving the neighborhood.
Homemade pies, cakes, flavorful coffee and charming décor. Perfect for an afternoon indulging your sweet tooth.
Valencian modernism in its purest form. Gourmet food stalls, cafes and terraces in an impressive building.
The city’s new icon. A modern space for concerts, sports and major events with a Mediterranean vibe. Be sure to check out their events schedule!
Futuristic architecture, culture, science and leisure. The place that best symbolizes avant-garde Valencia.
Valencia’s green lung. Endless paths, sports, relaxation and outdoor activities in the old riverbed.
VALENCIA, A CITY WITH DEEP ROOTS
Valencia blends history, tradition and Mediterranean culture. From Fallas to neighborhood traditions, the devotion to the Mare de Déu and the connection to the land and the sea. Walking through El Carmen, getting lost in Ruzafa, crossing El Cabanyal or visiting the Central Market is to understand that here, everything has roots. What’s truly authentic isn’t in the museums, it’s in the streets.
FALLAS: A FESTIVAL YOU FEEL TO YOUR CORE
In March, Valencia is filled with fire, gunpowder and emotion. The Fallas transform everything: the city becomes a community-wide festival where satire, tradition and art coexist on every street. Ninots (intricately crafted figurines), mascletàs (gunpower shows), open-air parties, offerings and paellas fill the air for days that end with the cremà (burning of the Falla monuments), on March 19. You must experience it at least once in your life.
MARKET FLAVOR, HOMEMADE FLAVOR
Valencian cuisine is much more than just paella. Here, people eat fresh products using recipes from their grandmothers. All i pebre (eel stew), esgarraet (grilled red pepper salad with salted cod), fideuà (seafood dish with pasta noodles), savory cocas (flatbread pastry) and seafood rice dishes…all with ingredients from the fertile farmland, the sea and local markets. Eating in Valencia is to savor the land, the neighborhood and the traditions.
Local vocabulary to help you blend in
Traca
An explosion of firecrackers, typical at any Valencian celebration. The more scandalous, the better. You can’t have a party without a traca.
Mascletà
A loud gunpower show that takes place every day at 14:00h during Fallas. It’s not just noise – it’s art in the form of vibration.
Orxata
A cold, traditional drink made from tiger nuts. It’s enjoyed with fartons (long sponge cakes) and is typical in the summer. Go ahead and order it: “una orxata ben fresqueta” (one cold orxata, please).
Fartó
A long, spongy cake with powered sugar. It was created to be dipped in orxata, but it’s great for cheering up your day at any time.
Bonico/a
A very Valencian way of saying “handsome” or “nice”. If someone calls you bonica, smile – they’re giving you a compliment.
Tros al plat
An expression that sums up Valencian cuisine: local products, farm to table. Simple, tasty and with roots.
Xiquet/Xiqueta
Boy or girl in Valencian. It’s often used as an affectionate term, even among adults: “Apa, xiqueta, vine ací!” (Hey, girl, come here!)
Mare de Déu
Our lady of the Forsaken, patron saint of Valencia. Her festival is in May and devotion to her is felt in the streets.
Fer la mà
A colloquial expression that can be used for many things, but it usually means “to go wrong” or “something is broken”: “Això ha fet la mà” (that went wrong…).
A la fresca
The Valencian custom of taking a chair outside when the sun goes down and chatting with neighbors. It’s a way of life – at Kora Lluna, too.
Café del tiempo
Coffee with ice, typical when it’s hot out. Refreshing and 100% Valencian.
Ajoaceite
The famous allioli but said with a local touch. Blold flavor and the perfect pairing for paellas.
Cacaos
Roasted and salted peanuts, essential for any esmorzaret (mid-morning snack) or Valencian hors d’oeuvres.
Bimi
The modern, stylized cousin of broccoli. Intense green in color, mild flavor and very healthy. It has earned a place in most modern kitchens and in the Valencian fertile farmland.
S’acabat el bròcoli
Literally, “the broccoli is finished”, but it really means, “it’s all over!”. It’s the most direct way to announce the end of something.
FAQs
Yes. Kora Lluna, in El Cabanyal, Valencia, is very well connected to the city center and main points of interest. Just a few minutes away you will find bus, tram, and commuter train stops that take you directly to the historic center, universities, or the City of Arts and Sciences. In addition, Malvarrosa Beach and the Marina de Empresas shuttle are within walking distance. A perfect location to get around by public transport without needing a car.
At Kora Lluna we offer a private underground parking with limited spaces, ideal if you are traveling by car and want extra convenience. We also have charging points for electric cars. If you prefer street parking, the El Cabanyal neighborhood has various regulated parking zones, although we recommend reserving a space in our parking for more peace of mind during your stay in Valencia.