Benidorm Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal city with a beach, ocean waves, and a mountain with buildings on top.
A beach with palm trees, a city skyline, and a clear blue sky.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent hotel named "Villa Venezia" on the left, a bustling beach with numerous umbrellas and people, and a clear blue sky.
A crowded beach with people swimming and sunbathing, surrounded by tall buildings and palm trees.
A coastal cityscape with a clear blue sea, a woman in a swimsuit, and a tall skyscraper in the background.

Discover the beaches and all the leisure activities the star city of the Costa Blanca has to offer, as one of the main beach destinations in Spain.

Benidorm still holds a good place among the tourist destinations in Spain in spite of the bad reputation of its urban landscape, peppered with skyscrapers. An exceptional climate, clean and well-equipped beaches, options for kids, nightlife and hotels surpassed only by the great capitals all explain why millions of people book their holiday to Benidorm every year.

If what you want is to roll out your towel and sunbathe, go to the long Poniente beach with its family-friendly environment that is slightly less crowded than the popular Levante beach, which stands out not only for its comprehensive facilities, but also for its many leisure and dining options. To avoid the peak season in July and August, it might be a good idea to search for cheap holidays to Benidorm mid-season, taking advantage of its excellent climate.

Families are sure to have fun riding the attractions at the Terra Mítica theme park, enjoying the dolphin performances at the Mundomar sea life centre, or zooming down the water slides at the Aqualandia water park. After a day of fun, there’s nothing better than a walk through the old town up to the Balcony of the Mediterranean, a viewpoint where you can contemplate a magnificent sunset before dining in one of the many restaurants that you’ll find in the city.

If you want to party, you’ll be blown away by the amount of pubs and discos on offer in Benidorm, full of Spaniards and foreigners alike, dancing until dawn. During the day, go for a walk through the Serra Gelada Nature Park and take in the impressive views from its cliffs.

Benidorm is located a little over one sixty miles from Valencia and some thirty-five miles from Alicante airport, with direct bus routes. You can get there by train from Alicante or Valencia, or by bus from the main cities in mainland Spain.

If you’d like to treat yourself to a few days of relaxation and fun, look for package holidays to Benidorm and get ready to experience the Mediterranean in its purest state.

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Where to stay in Benidorm

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Old Town Benidorm

Old Town Benidorm is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Avenida Martinez Alejos and Malpas Beach while you're in town.

Benidorm Centro

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are a few things travellers love about Benidorm Centro. Check out Benidorm City Hall or Avenida Martinez Alejos while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Benidorm Tram Station to get around town.

Levante Beach

While visiting Levante Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Llevant Beach and Festilandia.

Rincón de Loix

If you're spending some time in Rincón de Loix, Casino Mediterraneo Benidorm and La Cruz Benidorm are top sights worth seeing.

Port Fiesta Park Hotel

Port Fiesta Park Hotel

3 out of 5
Avenida Foietes, 4 Benidorm Alicante
The price is £54 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
£54
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Benidorm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (335 reviews)
"Room and staff were good only bad thing to point out was that the breakfast is stated to be between 8am to 10am. I had no problem when i got there at 9 but when i got there at 9.40 one morning most of the hot food had been taken away and was never replenished. Dinner was ok but it was a bit ..."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Port Fiesta Park Hotel
Four Points by Sheraton Costa Blanca Resort

Four Points by Sheraton Costa Blanca Resort

4 out of 5
Carretera Benidorm a Finestrat Benidorm Alicante
The price is £67 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
£67
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Benidorm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (623 reviews)
"VERY VERY GOOD"

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026

Four Points by Sheraton Costa Blanca Resort
 Hotel Rosamar Benidorm

Hotel Rosamar Benidorm

4 out of 5
Avinguda Derramador, 6 Benidorm Alicante
The price is £55 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
£55
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Benidorm. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 bars/lounges and free water park access. Popular attractions Llevant Beach and Benidorm Palace ...
7.8/10 Good! (156 reviews)
"Good hotel stayed there last week, great location good food and drink cant fault it enjoyed our stay"

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

Hotel Rosamar Benidorm
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Pierre & Vacances Benidorm Horizon

Pierre & Vacances Benidorm Horizon

3 out of 5
Calle Viena n 7 Benidorm Alicante
Stay at this aparthotel in Benidorm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Benidorm Palace and Llevant Beach are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (343 reviews)
"Perfect budget stay got everything you need just beaware there’s about 34 floors n some times all the lifts can come straight away however sometimes take about 5 or ten minuntes wait"

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Pierre & Vacances Benidorm Horizon
My Pretty Payma

My Pretty Payma

3.5 out of 5
Avenida de Almería, 5 Benidorm
Stay at this aparthotel in Benidorm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (238 reviews)
"Location was perfect, 2 minutes from strip. Clean, tidy and had everything we needed. I would stay again"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

My Pretty Payma
Climia 2Sleep Apartments

Climia 2Sleep Apartments

2 out of 5
Avenida Martinez Alejos, 3 Benidorm Alicante
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Benidorm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
Climia 2Sleep Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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