Benidorm's most beautiful beaches
Playa Poniente: quieter than Levante Beach, but just as beautiful!
The golden beaches are Benidorm's pride and joy and one of the city's biggest attractions. All beaches have been awarded the Blue Flag.
Playa Poniente is Benidorm's longest beach, located south of the harbor and the Balcon Mediterranee. Stretching for over 3 kilometers, it is especially popular with Spanish tourists. The amenities are excellent. You can fully enjoy the sun, sea, and sand, but also play beach volleyball, soccer, test your fitness and flexibility on one of the gymnastics equipment, or choose from the various water sports on offer. There are several playgrounds for the youngest holidaymakers, and from Easter to October, you'll find two medical centers.
Benidorm Aquapark
During July, August, and September, there are floating platforms offshore at both Playa Levante and Poniente, offering various activities. These include diving boards and slides. Admission is not free. The price in 2025 is €14 for one hour of access. You can also purchase a Golden Pass, which gives you all-day access. The cost is €40. Opening hours (2025): Monday to Sunday, 11:30 AM - 8:30 PM.
The aqua park is for children (8+) and adults. Minimum height: 0.90 cm. Children under 12 are only admitted when accompanied by an adult, and swimming proficiency is required!
Safety first
The municipality of Benidorm is committed to ensuring the safety of beachgoers. Lifeguard towers are located at various points on the beach. There are also several mobile patrols on the beach. From Easter to October, there are two medical stations, and safety flags on Playa Poniente indicate when the sea is calm enough for swimming.
Before entering the water, always check the beach signs and flags; for your own safety!
🔴 Red: Swimming prohibited
🟡 Yellow: Caution advised
🟢 Green: Ideal swimming conditions
Walking tip: from Elche Parque to Tossal de Cala
A beautiful promenade runs along Poniente beach. Stroll from the always bustling, lively Elche Park on the side of the old town, along the beach or along the promenade towards Tossal de Cala. Along the promenade, you'll find several charming terraces and eateries.
At the end, at Tossal de Cala, you can visit the "castellum," an archaeological site. The fort that once stood here was part of a network of Roman military coastal fortifications along the Marina Alta and Marina Baixa. The forts were often built on cliffs, making them difficult to access and providing the Romans with a safe vantage point to keep an eye on potential enemies by sea. Tossal de Cala is open daily from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Guided tours are offered regularly on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Did you know…?
The promenade along Poniente Beach was designed in collaboration with Spanish architects, who wanted to reflect the rhythm and waves of the sea in its design. As you stroll along the promenade, you'll undoubtedly recognize its flowing design.