Terralta Apartments is a mid-range family-friendly complex set in a residential neighborhood a bit away from Benidorm's lively center. The Old Town's bars and restaurants are just about within walking distance, though its an uphill trek on the way back. The 160 apartments all include open-plan living areas with kitchenettes, dining areas, and living rooms, plus furnished balconies. Though all-inclusive packages are available, past guests suggest buffet dining is best avoided, plus groceries are available on-site. Two pools cater to adults and children, and there's also a kids' club with playground. For a self-catering option away from Benidorm's bustle, this is a solid option. If apartments aren't a deal-breaker, travelers may want to consider the Marconfort Benidorm Suites, which has more modern digs and additional facilities.
Terralta Apartments is a mid-range family-friendly complex set in a residential neighborhood a bit away from Benidorm's lively center. The Old Town's bars and restaurants are just about within walking distance, though its an uphill trek on the way back. The 160 apartments all include open-plan living areas with kitchenettes, dining areas, and living rooms, plus furnished balconies. Though all-inclusive packages are available, past guests suggest buffet dining is best avoided, plus groceries are available on-site. Two pools cater to adults and children, and there's also a kids' club with playground. For a self-catering option away from Benidorm's bustle, this is a solid option. If apartments aren't a deal-breaker, travelers may want to consider the Marconfort Benidorm Suites, which has more modern digs and additional facilities.
Apartamentos Luxmar is a budget hotel that's popular with many of Benidorm's young tourists. It's a decent choice location-wise, with shopping and dining is just a few minutes away on foot -- and the beach at a 10-minute walk. The common spaces are excellent for this price point -- there's a bar/restaurant serving fast food all day, and a large lounge with games, TV, and vending machines. There's an outdoor pool, too. However, the 80 apartments are in dire need of attention, with shabby furniture and a general run-down feel. Travelers willing to sacrifice the communal lounge could check out Acuarium II Apartments where rates are lower and rooms are fresher.
Apartamentos Luxmar is a budget hotel that's popular with many of Benidorm's young tourists. It's a decent choice location-wise, with shopping and dining is just a few minutes away on foot -- and the beach at a 10-minute walk. The common spaces are excellent for this price point -- there's a bar/restaurant serving fast food all day, and a large lounge with games, TV, and vending machines. There's an outdoor pool, too. However, the 80 apartments are in dire need of attention, with shabby furniture and a general run-down feel. Travelers willing to sacrifice the communal lounge could check out Acuarium II Apartments where rates are lower and rooms are fresher.
The 458-room Magic Cristal Park Hotel is an older lower-middle-range property overlooking a small park in central Benidorm. Both of the town's popular beaches are within a five- to 10-minute walk, and plenty of dining and nightlife are within easy reach. The main event here is the rooftop pool, along with a substantial video arcade and game room, so there's plenty of indoor entertainment for kids. All the facilities are dated though, and there's little for romantic couples. Rooms range from simple budget options with tube-style TVs, to suites with private balconies that cater to families. Couples should look across the park, into the more modern Prince Park Hotel.
The 458-room Magic Cristal Park Hotel is an older lower-middle-range property overlooking a small park in central Benidorm. Both of the town's popular beaches are within a five- to 10-minute walk, and plenty of dining and nightlife are within easy reach. The main event here is the rooftop pool, along with a substantial video arcade and game room, so there's plenty of indoor entertainment for kids. All the facilities are dated though, and there's little for romantic couples. Rooms range from simple budget options with tube-style TVs, to suites with private balconies that cater to families. Couples should look across the park, into the more modern Prince Park Hotel.
Budget travelers and groups seeking apartments near nightlife and the beach are drawn to this simple property that's about a 10-minute walk to the beach. A handful of features include an outdoor pool and kids' pool, a shop selling drinks and snacks, and a bar that offers a game area and computer corner. The apartments are basic and dated, with old amenities like tube-style TVs (plus Wi-Fi isn't reliable), but they have separate living rooms, modestly-equipped kitchens, and large private terraces. A lack of air-conditioning is a big downer, as is the overall tired feel of the place. For a budget option with air-conditioning, check out Hotel Lido or the Hotel Perla Residencia, both of which also offer free breakfast.
Budget travelers and groups seeking apartments near nightlife and the beach are drawn to this simple property that's about a 10-minute walk to the beach. A handful of features include an outdoor pool and kids' pool, a shop selling drinks and snacks, and a bar that offers a game area and computer corner. The apartments are basic and dated, with old amenities like tube-style TVs (plus Wi-Fi isn't reliable), but they have separate living rooms, modestly-equipped kitchens, and large private terraces. A lack of air-conditioning is a big downer, as is the overall tired feel of the place. For a budget option with air-conditioning, check out Hotel Lido or the Hotel Perla Residencia, both of which also offer free breakfast.
With gorgeous grounds, several huge pools, two Jack Nicklaus-designed golf courses, a high-end spa, and four restaurants, the 356-room Melia Villaitana is one of the most striking resorts in Benidorm. Rooms are elegant and classic, with traditional Mediterranean decor and upscale amenities, and The Level section offers additional perks, such as even more luxurious rooms and access to two private pools and a restaurant. Those traveling in the off season may want to note that many of the facilities close for the colder months. Also, the property is a 10-minute drive from Benidorm and there is little of interest within walking distance; those wanting to be closer to the action may prefer the four-pearl Villa Del Mar Hotel, on the edge of the Old Town.
With gorgeous grounds, several huge pools, two Jack Nicklaus-designed golf courses, a high-end spa, and four restaurants, the 356-room Melia Villaitana is one of the most striking resorts in Benidorm. Rooms are elegant and classic, with traditional Mediterranean decor and upscale amenities, and The Level section offers additional perks, such as even more luxurious rooms and access to two private pools and a restaurant. Those traveling in the off season may want to note that many of the facilities close for the colder months. Also, the property is a 10-minute drive from Benidorm and there is little of interest within walking distance; those wanting to be closer to the action may prefer the four-pearl Villa Del Mar Hotel, on the edge of the Old Town.
The Alpha Apartments don’t promise much, but it offers the basics for a self-catering stay a 10-minute walk from the beach in Benidorm. This two-pearl apartment block provides guests with a place to sleep, a pool to splash about in, a snack bar, and not much else. The 52 apartments are large and have furnished terraces, but they are dated, have occasional maintenance issues, and require coins for air-conditioning and heating by the hour. That said, they do have gas stoves, ovens, microwaves, and kettles. The apartments are close to nightlife and a supermarket for stocking up kitchens. Travelers looking for a self-catering option with more amenities might want to try the Beni Beach Apartments.
The Alpha Apartments don’t promise much, but it offers the basics for a self-catering stay a 10-minute walk from the beach in Benidorm. This two-pearl apartment block provides guests with a place to sleep, a pool to splash about in, a snack bar, and not much else. The 52 apartments are large and have furnished terraces, but they are dated, have occasional maintenance issues, and require coins for air-conditioning and heating by the hour. That said, they do have gas stoves, ovens, microwaves, and kettles. The apartments are close to nightlife and a supermarket for stocking up kitchens. Travelers looking for a self-catering option with more amenities might want to try the Beni Beach Apartments.
Belying the swish, contemporary facade of the adult-only Sol Costablanca is a well-maintained, but dated mid-range hotel. Its main strength is an excellent seafront setting, with most of the property overlooking the sandy stretch of Levante Beach. Most of the 185 rooms open to balconies with sea views, though rear-facing rooms can be disappointing and lack in-room tea- and coffee-making facilities. The pool's small size and issue with guests reserving sunbeds early in the morning is largely offset by the proximity of the beach, though the lack of spa or health facilities is certainly a shortcoming. Overall, the Sol Costablanca falls short of its potential and the Hotel Cimbel just along the coast offers more modern rooms and more outside space for around the same rates.
Belying the swish, contemporary facade of the adult-only Sol Costablanca is a well-maintained, but dated mid-range hotel. Its main strength is an excellent seafront setting, with most of the property overlooking the sandy stretch of Levante Beach. Most of the 185 rooms open to balconies with sea views, though rear-facing rooms can be disappointing and lack in-room tea- and coffee-making facilities. The pool's small size and issue with guests reserving sunbeds early in the morning is largely offset by the proximity of the beach, though the lack of spa or health facilities is certainly a shortcoming. Overall, the Sol Costablanca falls short of its potential and the Hotel Cimbel just along the coast offers more modern rooms and more outside space for around the same rates.
The adult-only Levante Club & Spa is an upper-middle-range hotel that's in New Town, a 10-minute walk from a long sandy beach. The 186 rooms are some of the largest in the area and feature decent amenities such as free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and minibars. But bathrooms show signs of wear and need a good scrub. The spa, complete with a hydrotherapy section and treatment cabins, is the highlight here, but the hotel also offers a well-equipped fitness center, three bars, and a buffet restaurant with average food and optional all-inclusive plans. Those looking to spend the day by the pool should note that there aren’t enough loungers for everyone. The Flamingo Oasis next door has a bit more atmosphere and nicer rooms, but allows kids.
The adult-only Levante Club & Spa is an upper-middle-range hotel that's in New Town, a 10-minute walk from a long sandy beach. The 186 rooms are some of the largest in the area and feature decent amenities such as free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and minibars. But bathrooms show signs of wear and need a good scrub. The spa, complete with a hydrotherapy section and treatment cabins, is the highlight here, but the hotel also offers a well-equipped fitness center, three bars, and a buffet restaurant with average food and optional all-inclusive plans. Those looking to spend the day by the pool should note that there aren’t enough loungers for everyone. The Flamingo Oasis next door has a bit more atmosphere and nicer rooms, but allows kids.
Set on the outskirts of Benidorm, about a 25- to 30-minute walk from Old Town and the beach, the budget La Estacion Hotel is suitable for those wanting an affordable stay and don’t mind traveling into town. The 134 rooms are sizable and have modern bathrooms, plus some pleasant views over Benidorm and the mountains, but furniture is basic, linens are dated, and the overall look is bland. The rest of the hotel follows a similar, dated, generic suit. That said, there are a swimming pool, decent breakfast buffet, and a bright gym, as well as free secure underground parking and Wi-Fi. Travelers looking for another budget option closer to the center of town should consider La Era Park Apartments.
Set on the outskirts of Benidorm, about a 25- to 30-minute walk from Old Town and the beach, the budget La Estacion Hotel is suitable for those wanting an affordable stay and don’t mind traveling into town. The 134 rooms are sizable and have modern bathrooms, plus some pleasant views over Benidorm and the mountains, but furniture is basic, linens are dated, and the overall look is bland. The rest of the hotel follows a similar, dated, generic suit. That said, there are a swimming pool, decent breakfast buffet, and a bright gym, as well as free secure underground parking and Wi-Fi. Travelers looking for another budget option closer to the center of town should consider La Era Park Apartments.
The three-pearl Benidorm Celebrations is true to its name as a party-centric hotel geared toward groups of energetic revelers. Located in a residential area, it's a five-minute walk to bars, nightclubs, and shops, and a 10-minute walk to Levante Beach. Its all-inclusive option includes meals as well as drinks at its outdoor pool bar, dance club with indoor pool, and "chill-out" lounge with Balinese-style beds. The buffet-style restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The 93 apartment-style rooms have kitchenettes and marble bathrooms -- and Superior Apartments have spacious balconies -- but decor is a bit dated and bedrooms can be tiny. While the hotel has a children's pool and families are welcome, it's really geared toward young adults looking to party. Travelers vacationing with children might want to consider the nearby Paraiso Ten Apartments, which is more family-oriented.
The three-pearl Benidorm Celebrations is true to its name as a party-centric hotel geared toward groups of energetic revelers. Located in a residential area, it's a five-minute walk to bars, nightclubs, and shops, and a 10-minute walk to Levante Beach. Its all-inclusive option includes meals as well as drinks at its outdoor pool bar, dance club with indoor pool, and "chill-out" lounge with Balinese-style beds. The buffet-style restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The 93 apartment-style rooms have kitchenettes and marble bathrooms -- and Superior Apartments have spacious balconies -- but decor is a bit dated and bedrooms can be tiny. While the hotel has a children's pool and families are welcome, it's really geared toward young adults looking to party. Travelers vacationing with children might want to consider the nearby Paraiso Ten Apartments, which is more family-oriented.