Benidorm Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Benidorm showing swimming and general coastal views as well as a large group of people
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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Benidorm Centro

4.5/5(131 area reviews)

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

Benidorm Centro
Port Fiesta Park Hotel
Port Fiesta Park Hotel
3 out of 5
Avenida Foietes, 4, Benidorm, Alicante
The price is £62 per night from 23 May to 24 May
£62
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Benidorm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (152 reviews)
Very Good with a few minor grumbles
"Well placed hotel. Staff friendly & helpful. Room was clean & comfortable. Beds a bit too hard for our liking. Bathroom/shower one of the best. Unfortunately, it started with an island of hair, but easily removed. Also, there was a daily dance/aerobics across the road in the parc de foietes which ..."

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Port Fiesta Park Hotel
Hotel Rambla Benidorm
Hotel Rambla Benidorm
Av. Foietes 2, Benidorm, Alicante
Fully refundable
The price is £73 per night from 26 May to 27 May
£73
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this hotel in Benidorm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Llevant Beach and Poniente Beach are located ...
5.6/10 (13 reviews)
"Good value and great staff"

Reviewed on 18 May 2024

Hotel Rambla Benidorm
Grand Luxor Hotel
Grand Luxor Hotel
4 out of 5
Carretera Benidorm a Finestrat, Partida del Moralet s/n, Benidorm, Alicante
The price is £73 per night from 23 May to 24 May
£73
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Benidorm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Terra Mítica and Terra Natura are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (334 reviews)
"We.had a lovely time at the hotel..the hotel was amazing the onlynthin.ia.the.platea.not cleaned properly and they are very ahoet if staffs."

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Grand Luxor Hotel
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.
2Sleep - Estudios Benidorm
2Sleep - Estudios Benidorm
2 out of 5
Calle Martinez Alejos, 2, Benidorm, Alicante
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Benidorm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and concierge services. Popular attractions Llevant Beach and Benidorm ...
7.8/10 Good! (285 reviews)
Benidorm weekend.
"Perfect for weekend break,street very busy,but its Benidorm."

Reviewed on 5 May 2024

2Sleep - Estudios Benidorm
Aparthotel BCL Levante Club
Aparthotel BCL Levante Club
3 out of 5
Avenida Estocolmo 8, Rincón de Loix, Benidorm, Alicante
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Benidorm. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (141 reviews)
"Great location Has everything you need for basic stay We did not cook in apartments Very clean and staff lovely"

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Aparthotel BCL Levante Club
Apartamentos Flats Friends Atlantida
Apartamentos Flats Friends Atlantida
3 out of 5
Calle San Pedro, 22, Benidorm, Alicante
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Benidorm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Llevant Beach and Poniente Beach ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (146 reviews)
"The people at the apartments were nice and friendly &helpful. The gastropub underneath is also a great place to eat in. The appointment itself was clean and tiday . All you could ask for really."

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2024

Apartamentos Flats Friends Atlantida
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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Reviews of Benidorm

4.3
Top destination
5 - Excellent
268
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4 - Good
226
" "4 - Good 40.429338103756706%
3 - Okay
55
" "3 - Okay 9.838998211091234%
2 - Disappointing
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" "2 - Disappointing 0.7155635062611807%
1 - Terrible
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" "1 - Terrible 1.073345259391771%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
17 Mar 2020

It would be difficult to answer this question considering the circumstances of our trip although it was not something Benidorm could control

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
14 Mar 2020

The old town is beautiful.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
11 Mar 2020

Spotlessly clean.No rubbish anywhere.Beautiful beach.Very reasonable to eat and drink.Great bus service to lovely beaches and villages in the hills..Benidorm is a great base to travel around.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
9 Mar 2020

If you are slightly older I would avoid Friday and Saturdays if possible its very rowdy.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
6 Mar 2020

Felt safe at all times-I was just above old town Excellent for walking .

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
11 Feb 2020

I love Benidorm and have been several times.

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