Situated on the eastern coast of Spain, the seaside town of Benidorm is home to a wide choice of accommodation options, including several all-inclusive resorts.
(Photo: Medplaya Hotel Regente / Courtesy Booking.com)
Up until the 1950s, Benidorm remained a small fishing village untouched by mass tourism. And while those days are long gone, it still retains plenty of its character and charm, particularly in the Old Town where you’ll find a maze of cobbled streets lined with pretty white houses, shops and bars. When it comes to places to stay, the choices are plentiful. For those keen on the amenities and fixed price of an all-inclusive resort, we’ve picked out some of the best that Benidorm has to offer.
Medplaya Hotel Regente
Couples seeking a tranquil retreat flock to this mid-range resort located in the centre of Benidorm and less than 10 minutes’ walk from the beach. It features an impressive range of on-site amenities included in the price of your stay, including sports facilities and a restaurant serving buffet food and a wide choice of authentic Mediterranean dishes. There’s also an outdoor swimming pool with a hot tub. Guest rooms are decorated in simple, tasteful style and all rooms come with balconies. There’s a number of golf clubs within easy reach, including one less than 2.5 miles away. From €104 per night.
Villa del Mar
(Photo: Villa del Mar / Courtesy Booking.com)
Positioned a pebble’s throw from Poniente Beach, a short walk from all of the bars, restaurant and shops of Benidorm’s charming Old Town, this resort boasts outdoor and indoor swimming pools, a buffet restaurant, a bar, a fitness centre and a spa with a sauna and Turkish bath. The outdoor pool is also overlooked by a chic terrace dotted with sun-loungers. Guest rooms feature stylish décor and are equipped with air-conditioning, a fridge and a private bathroom. Las Rejas Golf Course is a 10-minute walk away. From €125 per night.
Hotel Gala Placidia
(Photo: Hotel Gala Placidia / Courtesy Booking.com)
Located just steps from Playa de Levante Beach, this resort offers an outdoor pool, a sun terrace with loungers, a buffet restaurant, and a café-bar. Guest rooms come with a TV, air-conditioning and a private bathroom. There’s on-site entertainment on most days and guests can also make use of a spa in a neighbouring hotel. A bus stop close by offers guests easy access to bustling Playa de Levante and the rest of Benidorm. To take in the sights, sounds and aromas of local commerce, there’s an open-air market a few minutes’ walk away. From €73 per night.