Benidorm has so many beautiful areas with so many different activities that there is something for everyone.  From its beautiful beaches and vibrant nightlife to its cultural and historical sites, Benidorm provides a mix of options for relaxation, entertainment, and exploration.

What’s on offer apart from partying and drinking

I’m reviewing Benidorm from a mature travellers perspective, Here’s a more detailed look at what makes Benidorm appealing to various types of travellers:
Beach Lovers: Benidorm boasts stunning beaches like Levante and Poniente, offering ample space for sunbathing, swimming, and water sports.

Nightlife Enthusiasts: Benidorm is renowned for its lively nightlife, with numerous bars, pubs, and clubs catering to different tastes and preferences.

Culture Seekers: The Old Town, with its narrow streets and historic buildings, provides a glimpse into Benidorm’s past, while the Balcon del Mediterraneo offers panoramic views.

Families: Water parks like Aqualandia and theme parks like Terra Mitica provide fun-filled experiences for families.

Nature Lovers: Sierra Helada Natural Park offers opportunities for hiking and enjoying the natural beauty of the area.

Budget Travelers: Benidorm is known for offering good value for money, with many affordable accommodation and dining options.

Adventurous Souls: Water sports, hiking, and exploring the surrounding areas provide opportunities for adventure and exploration.

Whether you’re looking for relaxation, excitement, cultural immersion, or family-friendly fun, Benidorm has something to offer especially for over 60’s.

Introduction to our Benidorm Experience

We visited Benidorm for the first time in 2017 – well that’s not quite true – my first visit was in 1979 with my cousin and her friends – a dim distant memory. But 2017 was the start of our Benidorm journey together. As most TV and media shows that cover the area tend to only focus on the area known as ‘The Strip’ – a loud raucous lively part of the town. To be honest this is now not our vibe! But don’t get me wrong – we used to love a great nightclub or show when we were younger but now, we prefer a stroll and food and drink while people watching.

One of my main hobbies is entering competitions and after winning some Jet2 flights we decided to use them to fly to Alicante and explore Benidorm.

We chose a Hotel in the Old Town – Hotel Canfali. A boutique gastro Hotel. It was such a fabulous hotel in a great location by the church in the Old Town with views across the whole of The Levante Beach landscape.

We stayed for 3 nights and enjoyed what we found and experienced so much this started a love affair with the resort. Previously we favoured Corralejo in Fuerteventura but have found the shorter flight time to Alicante more preferable for us now – 2 hours 20 minutes from Manchester compared to 4 hours 15.

We did not come across The Strip – we didn’t venture anywhere near and to be honest we had no idea where it was in relation to where we were. What we found was an amazing atmosphere in the Old Town area and 2 fabulous long beaches Levante and Poniente – totalling 5 kilometres in length, soft white sand cleaned every night by the environmental team.

Since that first visit we have visited and stayed regularly – so many visits I can’t remember. I feel we have discovered so much about the town and some of the surrounding areas. Our favourite area is actually Poniente – a quiet end of town but with the same fabulous beach and fabulous restaurants and bars.This post is going to be the start of a small series covering the various areas of the resort and nearby, providing you with recommendation’s of places to walk, eat or drink. I really want to dispel the myth that it is just a party town.

I would love you to return and follow my ramblings. In the next Benidorm post I will cover the delights of The Old Town.

Please comment if you have any fabulous tips and advice for visiting. I love to hear from you