Old Town / El Castell
Tapas lanes between both main beaches
City hotel guide
Benidorm
Benidorm, located in the province of Alicante on Spain's Mediterranean coast, is often referred to as the 'New York of the Mediterranean.' Recognized as a tourist destination since 1925, it gained prominence in the 1950s as a summer hub for domestic travelers and now attracts a significant number of international visitors, particularly from the UK. The city is defined by its dense skyline of high-rise hotels, extensive beachfront, and robust hospitality infrastructure. With a permanent population of over 70,000, it serves as a major commercial and leisure base in the Valencian Community, offering frequent-flyer travelers convenient access to both urban amenities and coastal relaxation.
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Best time to visit
☀️ Best months: Jun–Jul, Oct–Nov
Jan16° / 9°💧7mm
Feb16° / 9°💧12mm
Mar18° / 12°💧132mm
Apr20° / 13°💧51mm
May23° / 16°💧68mm
Jun27° / 21°💧9mm
Jul31° / 24°💧2mm
Aug31° / 24°💧18mm
Sep28° / 21°💧42mm
Oct26° / 19°💧12mm
Nov22° / 14°💧8mm
Dec18° / 11°💧13mm
High/low are monthly means, 💧 is mean monthly precipitation (2022–23, Open-Meteo); green = comfortable & drier.
Where to stay
Levante Beach
Busy beach strip with nightlife nearby
Poniente Beach
Longer, calmer beach and modern hotels
Rincón de Loix
High-rise resort zone east of Levante
La Cala
West-end coves and a slower pace
Area guides are reference info (AI-assisted, web-grounded); never ranked by price or commission.
Getting there & around
From the airport
Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC) is the main gateway. The simplest public option is the direct airport-Benidorm coach to Benidorm bus station/Intermodal, usually about 45-60 minutes. A taxi or private transfer normally takes about 40-50 minutes to central hotels. There is no direct airport tram: take the C6 bus into Alicante, then TRAM d'Alacant L1 from Luceros to Benidorm, allowing roughly 2 hours or more door to door.
ALC airport guide (official info · terminals · lounges) →
Around the city
Benidorm is easy on foot along the Levante and Poniente promenades, but local Avanza/Llorente buses are useful for the bus station, Rincón de Loix, La Cala and nearby Altea. TRAM d'Alacant serves Benidorm and Benidorm Intermodal: L1 goes toward Alicante and L9 toward Altea, Calpe and Dénia. For most short stays, buy bus singles/contactless and TRAM tickets at machines; use a Móbilis/bono card only if you expect repeated transit trips. Check the TRAM app/site because coastal works can change service patterns.
As of 2026-07-01 — confirm current schedules/fares with the operator.
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Before choosing where to stay
Where to Base
Focus your stay in the high-rise districts along the Poniente and Levante beaches. This area offers the highest concentration of hotels, providing immediate access to the coastline, dining, and public transport, ideal for travelers prioritizing convenience and proximity to key attractions.
Getting Around
The city is compact, with efficient bus and taxi services connecting major hotel zones. While specific airport codes require verification, the location within Alicante province allows for straightforward connections to regional hubs and broader Spanish transport networks.
Best Season
The period from May to October offers the best weather and full hotel operations, aligning with the city's peak tourism season. Travelers seeking vibrant beach culture and outdoor activities will find this window most suitable for their stay.
Nearby attractions
Platja de Llevant
beach in Spain
Terra Mítica
theme park
Parc d'Elx
park in Benidorm
Mundomar
marine animal park in Costa Blanca, Spain
Platja de Ponent
beach in Benidorm
Estadio Municipal Guillermo Amor
stadium in Benidorm, Alicante, Spain
church of Saint James and Saint Anne
church in Benidorm
Platgeta del Mal Pas
beach in Spain
Aqualandia
waterpark in Costa Blanca, Spain
Serra Gelada and Litoral de la Marina Baixa
protected area in Spain
Bullring of Benidorm
bullring in Benidorm, Spain
Tossal de la Cala
hill in Benidorm
Dining
El Xato
A 5th-generation family business with more than a century of history within its walls, since what in 1915 was a modest winery became a tapas bar and then the most prestigious restaurant in the Marina Baixa, that place where they say that ‘customers enter and friends leave.’Chef Cristina Figueira, well supported by her daughter Esperança (in the kitchen) and her husband Francisco Cano (in the dining room and wine cellar), began her training behind the stoves of El Xato under the guidance of her mother-in-law, Esperanza Fuster, and has shown a tireless spirit to become one of the leading cooks i
WebsiteLa Naya
It is housed on the ground floor of the Nomad Hotel and, like the hotel itself, exudes a distinctly Mediterranean aesthetic. The restaurant offers contemporary and modern cuisine that makes full use of local produce. The menu, with dishes such as Ensalada del abuelo (Grandfather's Salad) - pink tomatoes from Altea, tomatoes in brine, semi-cured salted fish and pickled vegetables - is complemented by two tasting menus, one for lunchtime and one for dinner.
WebsitePizzeria Toscana
Pizza
Restaurante Topo Gigio
Italian
China Town
Chinese
Daily Catch
Seafood
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See all guide-listed restaurants in Benidorm (Michelin / Black Pearl) →
Airport lounges (ALC)
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Flights to Benidorm
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