Benidorm has over 300 hotels and apartment blocks, ranging from all-inclusive high-rise resorts to small boutique guesthouses in the Old Town. Your choice of area and hotel type will define your experience far more than in a typical city. Here is where to stay in Benidorm broken down by area, with specific hotel recommendations at every budget level. For a complete overview, read our Benidorm travel guide.
Where to Stay in Benidorm: Levante Beach Area
The Levante area is Benidorm’s main tourist zone, running the length of the 2km Levante Beach. Hotels here are predominantly high-rise, many built in the 1960s and 1970s, with a high proportion of all-inclusive properties. You are paying for location: step out of the lobby and you are on the promenade with the beach across the road. The area is loud in summer with bars and clubs operating until 4am. Choose a hotel set back from the beachfront road (Avenida de Madrid or higher) if you want quiet at night. The area has the highest density of British-style pubs, English breakfast cafes and karaoke bars. For more detail, see our Benidorm weather by month. It suits first-time visitors and anyone who wants maximum convenience.
Suggested Hotels in Levante Beach
Flash Hotel Benidorm
Adults-only 4-star superior hotel 300 metres from Levante Beach with a rooftop pool, modern rooms with king-size beds and vibrant decor, and a spa with sauna and massage services. Best for couples who want a stylish, quiet base within walking distance of the Levante action. Check rates and availability
Helios Benidorm
Well-rated 4-star hotel 500 metres from Levante Beach with an outdoor pool heated in winter, a spa with hot tub, sauna and Turkish bath, and a short walk to the main bar and restaurant zone. Best for couples and solo travellers wanting solid mid-range comfort with good facilities. Check rates and availability
Apartamentos Oasis Benidorm
Budget-friendly apartments directly on the Levante promenade, 50 metres from the beach, with kitchenettes, sea-view balconies and a rating of 9.5 for location from over 2,400 reviews. Best for budget-conscious travellers and families who want to self-cater with a prime beachfront location. Check rates and availability
Where to Stay in Benidorm: Poniente Beach Area
Poniente Beach runs 3km along Benidorm’s western bay. It is wider, quieter and more popular with Spanish families than Levante. The hotel stock here is newer, with more modern apartment-style accommodation built from the 1990s onward. The promenade has proper Spanish restaurants rather than British pubs. Poniente suits families with young children, couples wanting a calmer beach experience, and anyone put off by Levante’s intensity. For more detail, see our best time to visit Benidorm. The eastern end of Poniente is a 10-minute walk from the Old Town, giving you the best of both worlds.
Suggested Hotels in Poniente Beach
Meliá Villaitana
Luxury golf and spa resort designed as a Mediterranean village, set on two Jack Nicklaus-designed golf courses 3km from Benidorm centre. Features multiple outdoor pools, an artificial beach, a full-service spa and several restaurants including Mediterranean fine dining. Best for golfers, spa-goers and couples wanting a resort escape with easy access to Benidorm. Check rates and availability
Sandos Benidorm Suites
All-inclusive 4-star suite hotel 15 minutes’ walk from Levante Beach with daily activities, evening entertainment and children’s programmes during school holidays. All suites have pool-view terraces. Best for families wanting an all-inclusive option with organised activities and entertainment on site. Check rates and availability
Apartamentos El Faro By Mc
Well-located budget apartments 50 metres from Poniente Beach on the promenade, with partial sea and mountain views, one-bedroom units with kitchenettes and living areas with sofa beds. Best for couples and small families who want Poniente’s quieter beach at an affordable price. Check rates and availability
Where to Stay in Benidorm: Old Town (Casco Antiguo)
The Old Town on the headland between the two beaches is the most characterful place to stay in Benidorm. Narrow cobbled streets, whitewashed buildings and a working Spanish community give it an entirely different feel from the hotel strips. You trade direct beach access and large pools for atmosphere, tapas bars on your doorstep and the Balcon del Mediterraneo viewpoint a 2-minute walk away. Accommodation here is mostly small guesthouses, boutique hotels and apartment rentals. Parking is difficult or impossible so do not bring a car if you stay here. For more detail, see our things to do in Benidorm. The Old Town suits couples, food-focused travellers and anyone wanting to experience a Spanish town rather than a resort.
Suggested Hotels in Old Town
Hotel BCL Levante Club & Spa
Adults-only 4-star superior hotel on the edge of the Old Town and Levante, with an outdoor pool, full-service spa, fitness centre and sauna. The rooftop terrace offers views across both bays. Best for couples wanting a quieter adults-only experience within walking distance of Old Town tapas bars and Levante Beach. Check rates and availability
Hotel Brisa
Family-run 3-star hotel on a quiet Old Town street 200 metres from Levante Beach, with simple but clean rooms, a rooftop solarium and a loyal returning clientele. Best for travellers who value location, character and value over chain-hotel polish. Check rates and availability
Hostal Anna
Basic but well-reviewed guesthouse in the heart of the Old Town, offering simple rooms with private bathrooms, air conditioning and a central location steps from Tapas Alley. Best for budget solo travellers and couples who plan to spend their days out and just need a clean, central place to sleep. Check rates and availability Before your trip, check our Benidorm events and festivals for practical advice. Before your trip, check our Benidorm neighborhoods for practical advice. Before your trip, check our Benidorm travel tips for practical advice.
