The Oviedo-born driver also believes there is no need for the anti-racism campaign due to be launched at April's Spanish Grand Prix by motor racing's world governing body, the FIA.
Alonso's comments stem from an incident during a test session in Barcelona just over a fortnight ago when Hamilton was targeted by a small minority of spectators.
Widespread condemnation followed, with the FIA quickly adopting a positive attitude by saying they were "appalled" by the ugly scenes that unfolded at the Circuit de Catalunya.
But Alonso has joined forces with F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone, who at the weekend stated the FIA's initiative was "unnecessary" due to what he perceived was "a one-off" incident.
"I don't think this is a racist country and the fans aren't either," said Alonso, speaking to Spanish newspaper AS.
"Whoever says there's racism in Spain is talking about isolated cases.
"The less we talk about what happened 15 days ago, the better, because that's a completely isolated case from someone who was celebrating a carnival.
"I haven't seen any video or recording of the alleged insults."
When asked if an anti-racism campaign was necessary, Alonso added: "No. It was an isolated incident and the FIA or anyone saying that the Spanish fans are racists is laughable.
"Last year, they called me a dog in a few races. Niki Lauda said those things about me, and no-one came to me to show me their support."
Alonso, meanwhile, believes he has little chance of stepping onto the podium this season after returning to Renault.
The French marque helped him win the world title in 2005 and 2006, but he maintains this year's model is a long way off of challenging Ferrari and McLaren.
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