Benidorm

Benidorm tourist guide – hotels – car hire

This ‘coastal jewel’ is located between Valencia and Alicante. The jewel in the crown is the wide expanse of beautiful beach area running right through the resort. Benidorm is a favourite holiday destination for thousands of returning tourists. Well known for its lovely, wide beaches and excellent bathing, together with a legendary nightlife and host of entertainment options.

Attractions in Benidorm

Home to Spain’s tallest building - the Grand Hotel Bali, Benidorm is know as ‘little New York’ to many locals because of the proliferation of tall buildings.

Although there’s not much in the way of superb architecture, the Caso Antiguo (old town) is charming and peaceful; and it is worthwhile to have a stroll through the streets.

One of the main sights is the pretty Virgen Del Sufragio Church in the Plaza de la Senoria.

For the keen shopper, there is more than enough to keep you alert in the Marina complex with a selection of fast food restaurants and bars to choose from.

Tourists have the choice of between five different beaches which all face south and are bathed in the sun all day; and the best known are the blue flag Playa de Levante (sunrise) and Playa de Poniente (sunset).

There are numerous attractions which best can be reached by hire car in the surrounding of Benidorm. If you hanker for a more secluded beach, head north to Javea and Denia, an easy drive up the A-7 or along the more scenic coastal route. Click here for Benidorm car hire.

Hotels in Benidorm

Benidorm is a popular holiday resort and can easily accommodate all of its visitors in the plenty of hotels and resorts. Benidorm hotels are family friendly and can be found in every part of town. For best deals on Benidorm self catering villas click here.

Several exclusive boutique Benidorm hotels are located in the beach areas and its surroundings. Hotels in Benidorm are well staffed and provide excellent facilities. During high season it can get very crowded and it is recommendable to secure your hotel accommodation on-line in advance.

Airport and car hire in Benidorm

Located 50 km from Benidorm is the international airport of El Altet in Alicante to be found. The airport operates flights connecting with several points in Spain and Europe. A single, three-level terminal building caters for all domestic and international flights. The levels are designated P-1, P0 and P1, with departures on P1 and arrivals on P0. The airport has an excellent selection of cafes, restaurants and bars, and both duty-free and regular shopping outlets are available. Numerous shops and four travel agencies and three tour operators have outlets in the airport to aid with any further travel plans.

Taxis are available from outside the terminal building 24 hours a day and run to central Alicante and other locations along the coast.

Car hire at Alicante airport is also well catered for with several major companies represented, such as Avis, National and Budget. A hire car for Benidorm can best be arranged on-line. There’s always the option to hire a car in Benidorm as well. A car is the best means of getting around the region.

The airport in Alicante provides two car parking parks, with the main one located directly opposite the terminal building and suitable for short-term parking. Long-term airport car parking is provided by a second car park located to the right of the terminal building. For best rates on Benidorm airport parking it is advisable to pre-reserve your car parking on-line.