Benidorm Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal city with a beach, ocean waves, and a mountain with buildings on top.
A crowded beach with people swimming and sunbathing, palm trees, and buildings in the background.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent tower, a curved coastline, and distant mountains.
A coastal cityscape with clear blue waters, a rocky shoreline, and high-rise buildings in the background.
A coastal street with palm trees, a beachside restaurant named 'VIMI', and a 'John's Ice Cream' sign.

Explore breathtaking nature reserves and take pristine ocean voyages by day then visit exciting clubs and bars by night in this Costa Blanca city.

Benidorm is located in the province of Alicante and is one of its most popular destinations for holidaymakers. Cliffs and mountains make a spectacular backdrop to high-rise apartments and long, sandy beaches. This busy sun-soaked city offers exciting watersports and scenic hiking trails as well as a fun night out on the town.

Walk along the Levante Beach promenade in the morning before heading to one of the many busy cafés for breakfast. Check out the local bazaars to buy souvenirs and tackle the stairs leading to and from the Balcón del Mediterráneo, a beautiful white balcony that sits high on a rock above the Mediterranean Sea.

Cool off with a swim in the ocean. Explore the Levante and Poniente beaches with a kayak or catamaran tour. Book a scuba diving tour to see the incredible marine life around Benidorm Island.

Land-based sports are also on offer in Benidorm. Get a workout with a match of beach volleyball or work on your precision in a game of boules. Golf and tennis can be played at the local sports pavillion. Lace up your hiking boots or hire a bike to explore the nearby Sierra Helada National Park and its breathtaking Puig Campana mountain.

Families will enjoy the Terra Natura animal sanctuary and meeting its 200 species of animals. Spend a day having fun in the sun at the Benidorm waterparks.

Join the nightlife with a gala dinner and a show at a restaurant. Party with travellers from all over Europe and dance until dawn at one of Benidorm’s many nightclubs.

Benidorm’s primary beach is a short distance from most apartments and hotels. Explore the city on foot or by rented Segway. Other towns in the region, including Calpe, Altea and Villajoyosa, are a short distance away by car or public transport. Explore the coast to wander along the beaches, shop for artisanal crafts and tour a chocolate museum. Treat yourself to traditional Spanish sangria and tapas before finishing with a slice of Costa Blanca’s San Blas cake.

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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.

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.

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 NZ$210 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$210
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (579 reviews)
"Breakfast was crazy, not the hotels fault but children running around while you’re trying to carry hot food & drinks really isn’t great! That was our only ‘moan’ the hotel is really lovely and we’d definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Four Points by Sheraton Costa Blanca Resort
 Climia Benidorm Plaza 4* Hotel

Climia Benidorm Plaza 4* Hotel

4 out of 5
Calle de Emilio Ortuno, 18 Benidorm Alicante
The price is NZ$336 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$336
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Benidorm. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a nightclub and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Climia Benidorm Plaza 4* Hotel
 Hotel Rosamar Benidorm

Hotel Rosamar Benidorm

4 out of 5
Avinguda Derramador, 6 Benidorm Alicante
The price is NZ$261 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$261
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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! (134 reviews)
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Reviewed on 26 July 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.
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 ...
8/10 Very good! (374 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay at Climia 2sleep Apartments in Benidorm and would definitely come back! From the moment we arrived, everything was spotlessly clean. We stayed in a one-bedroom apartment with a living room and were very impressed with the cleanliness. The staff were incredibly friendly, helpful ..."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Climia 2Sleep Apartments
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 Llevant Beach and Aqualandia are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (324 reviews)
"Arrived at Pierre & Vacances Benidorm Horizon. For a 3 night break. Had to check in at main hotel to access the apartmen in the other block. The check in process was excellent everything was there for you to understand & acknowledge. We had use of the main pool outdoors & indoors & the gym. The evening ..."

Reviewed on 12 June 2026

Pierre & Vacances Benidorm Horizon
Aparthotel BCL Levante Club

Aparthotel BCL Levante Club

3 out of 5
Avenida Estocolmo 8 Benidorm Alicante
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Benidorm. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (293 reviews)
"Great hotel"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Aparthotel BCL Levante Club
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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