A coastal town in the Valencia region of Spain, Benidorm is an area that has been thriving from tourism since the 1960's when an increase in tourist industry lead to some large scale developments that took it from village to modern and buzzing metropolis. This area retains its micro-climate all year round due to the surrounding mountains rendering it a perfect place to visit in any season. The popularity of the town has lead to the development of a vibrant night life, but the area caters to a vast selection of travelers, families or friends, all of whom are here for the sun, the sand and the sea. The modern cityscape has lead to this city being termed the 'Manhattan of Spain' and it is in fact well worth a boat trip that takes you far enough away from the city to be able to appreciate the sight of the towering city with the looming mountains behind. Staying in one of the five star hotels Benidorm has to offer is a great way to experience this vibrant city in comfort and ease.
With a large number of tourists all year round, Benidorm is a town that is well catered for tourism and sometimes seems set apart from the rest of Spain because of its determined catering for a UK and northern European selection of visitors. This is a town where fun is the main game; days spent lying on the beach enjoying the beautiful weather; evenings and nights spent in the many free cabaret bars and tapas bars around the center. The city has a famous nightlife that kicks off from around 9pm and runs through to the early hours of the morning. There is a wide selection of places to eat in this town, offering a selection of local produce as well as a vast choice of international food. Tapas are particularly popular in the area and combine the social element that is so vital to the local culture; there is also a smaller selection of high quality local restaurants to be found in the old town. There is a vast selection of bars, hailing from all over Europe in the town and with such a number high competition results in very affordable prices and various deals and happy hours on offer.
This is a town that is also highly suitable to family groups as well as those seeking the night time and party culture of the area. There is a vast selection of things to do in this city and the various UK and Chinese restaurants make the cuisine in Benidorm perfect for the children. There are various rides and parks local to the area that provide activities for families and a perfect way to spend a day or just a morning out, before returning to the beach and the sun. Benidorm boasts a local water park, a massive theme park and an animal and sea life park as well as an endless supply of beautiful walks in the surrounding area and boat trips to take you out on the water. There is also a large amount of shopping on offer in the area and the various markets and shops provide the perfect place to find a real bargain. A stay in one of the five star hotels Benidorm has available will also provide you with a selection of amenities as well as beautiful views, access to the local spa and sports facilities and to the restaurants and catering available in the hotel itself.
Situated in the Spanish region of Valencia, Benidorm proffers the option of visiting the surrounding areas and experiencing some authentic Spanish culture. Altea is an old Spanish town nearby that offers a selection of market shopping as well as the chance to experience some authentic local cuisine. The capital city of Valencia is also a 90 minute train ride away and offers the big city experience mixed in with a history that dates back as far as the 2nd century BC. The impressive architecture of this city which reflects layers of its complex history is connected by winding old streets that retain some of the original Roman town planning. If you are visiting in March then the Fallas festival is a must-attend; a beautiful fire festival that runs for a week and lights up the city with fireworks, processions and bonfires. Staying in one of the five star hotels Benidorm has to offer is a chance to experience the party city as well as some more hidden treasures that the local culture has to offer.
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