Benidorm Hotels

Best places to stay in Benidorm

When it comes to holidays, Benidorm has three main areas: the two sprawling beachfronts of Poniente and Levante, and the Old Town that sits between them. Levante Beach is the busier of the two and runs for almost 2 km from Punta Pinet to Punta Canfali, with a south-facing promenade home to hundreds of bars and restaurants. Poniente Beach is slightly longer and quieter, with a modern, eye-catching promenade that mirrors the form of the cliffs and waves. With its strategic location between the two, the Old Town is perfectly positioned for the key attractions, as explained below.

Where to stay to be near the popular attractions

If you’d like easy access to Benidorm’s two show-stopping beaches plus the amenities of the modern city, the Old Town is the place to go. With its quaint, cobbled streets and whitewashed houses, it showcases a different kind of Benidorm. It’s also home to gems like the sheltered cove of Mal Pas and the stunning viewpoint known as the Balcón del Mediterráneo, formerly the site of a castle, which offers a panorama of the aquamarine ocean and the coastline beyond. With a hotel in the Old Town, you’re also just a 20-minute walk from the main nightlife area behind Levante Beach.

Where to stay with your family in Benidorm

A great option for families is the eastern end of Levante Beach. Not only will you have miles of golden sand on your doorstep, but the secluded, rockier coves of Cala Tio Ximo and Cala Almadraba are just around the corner. For older kids who don’t mind a hike, the walk up to the Creu de Benidorm starts here and rises to 438 metres above sea level, rewarding you with breathtaking views. It’s also just a 5-minute drive or 30-minute walk to the water park of Aqualandia and Mundomar zoo, both guaranteed crowd-pleasers. The Port Benidorm Hotel & Spa has family rooms with a sea view.

Where to find cheap hotels in Benidorm

Affordable Benidorm hotels can be found dotted along the entire seafront. Hotel Queens is superbly located just 5 minutes from the Balcón del Mediterráneo and has a sea-view terrace and its own entertainment team, all for less than £100 a night in high season. If you’d prefer to be right at the heart of the nightlife, Palm Court is on Av. de Mallorca less than 5 minutes from the city’s most famous spots. Its self-contained apartments are in a complex with a pool and multiple bars. A quieter option is El Faro by MC, tucked away behind Poniente Beach. For around £100 in summer, you can get a fully equipped self-catering apartment for up to four people.

Where to stay as a solo traveller

If you’re after the backpacker experience on your solo trip to Benidorm, Hostel Benidorm Beach will be right up your street. Ideally located in the Old Town between the two main beaches, it offers the choice of either a shared dorm room or a private double and has a communal lounge to hang out and meet fellow travellers. For something with a few more amenities, Aparthotel BCL Levante Club is just a few minutes from the eastern end of Levante Beach and offers apartments with full kitchens and private balconies for very reasonable prices.

The 10 must-sees of Benidorm

• Levante Beach: The busier of the city’s two main beaches, lined with bars.

• Poniente Beach: More chilled than Levante, with a cool promenade.

• Old Town: A great place to sample tapas and enjoy the whitewashed architecture.

• Balcón del Mediterráneo: A stunning pentagonal viewpoint that juts out into the sea.

• Benidorm Island: An evocative, wedge-shaped rock that makes for a great boat trip.

• Creu de Benidorm: A huge cross atop a hill that looks down over the city and the mountains beyond.

• Sierra Helada Natural Park: The perfect combination of sea and mountains, with lush greenery and epic cliffs.

• Mundomar: A large zoo home to all manner of mammals, birds and reptiles.

• Terra Mítica: An exciting theme park with areas based on different historical regions.

• Aqualandia: A water park with a whopping 15 rides including Europe’s highest standing slide.

Party and nightlife in Benidorm

Benidorm is famed for its vibrant nightlife, and with good reason. The so-called “English Square”, situated where Av. de Mallorca meets Calle Gerona, is where nights out usually kick-off, with iconic venues including Jokers, Hippodrome and Jail Rock Bar. The night continues a 5-minute taxi ride away on Av. de la Comunitat Valenciana, home to the city’s clubs – the slightly out-of-town location means they can keep the tunes pumping until the early hours of 6 or 7 am. Big-name spots include Penelope, which boasts six bars and a huge chillout terrace, and KU, which holds a whopping 5,000 people and has its very own swimming pool.

Hotels with rooftop bars in Benidorm

Hotel Voramar is a chic and modern establishment with an ideal location where the Old Town meets Poniente Beach. It’s home to a fantastic roof terrace open from 7 pm to midnight, with a resident DJ, bands and performances in high season. Grab a drink and enjoy superb views of Benidorm Bay.

Hotels with gourmet restaurants

For a 5-star experience, try Villa Venecia, which occupies an enviable waterfront spot at the heart of the Old Town. Its Llum de Mar restaurant offers quintessentially Mediterranean cuisine that fuses marine and mountain flavours. Fresh fish from the market, braised meat, tasting platters and local rice specialities all grace the enticing menu.

Spa hotels in Benidorm

Located within the Terra Mítica theme park, Grand Luxor Hotel is an ever-popular option with families. Its facilities include a complete spa circuit featuring a Thai sauna, hammam, ice waterfall, footbath, jacuzzi and swimming pool – the perfect haven for parents in need of some me-time.

Luxury hotels

When it comes to luxury hotels in Benidorm, look no further than The Level at Meliá Villaitana. The 5-star resort is designed in the style of a traditional Mediterranean village, with multiple pools and even a man-made beach. It also boasts four restaurants, a large spa, seasonal entertainment and a kids’ club. The jewels in the crown? Two on-site golf courses designed by Jack Nicklaus.