Benidorm's Beaches - The Complete Guide

🌴 Benidorm’s Beaches – The Complete Guide. Did you know Benidorm has five beautiful beaches?
✅ Levante
✅ Poniente
✅ Mal Pas
✅ Almadrava (Almadraba)
✅ Tio Ximo

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🚫 Access Near the Sea

On both Levante and Poniente beaches, sitting is not allowed within the first 6 metres from the sea. Why?

Originally introduced during Covid, this rule continues to:

• Ensure safe access for swimmers

• Keep pathways clear for walkers

• Allow quick access for emergency services

This area is marked with a blue rope – please keep it clear.

🌐 Stay Connected with Free WiFi

Free WiFi is available on Levante, Poniente, and Mal Pas beaches, so you can stay online while enjoying the sun.

🧪 Benidorm's Beaches - Water and Sand Testing

Benidorm takes beach safety seriously.

• Water samples are collected from nine points and tested daily in summer (every 15 days in winter) at the town’s private laboratory – the only one in Alicante.

• Sand samples, plus swabs from showers and foot washers, are regularly analysed for cleanliness.

Important reminder:

No matter which beach you are using, please avoid unlicensed beach vendors for your own health, safety, and to support local businesses that follow regulations.

Benidorm takes your safety seriously, so you can relax and enjoy your beach days with peace of mind. 🌞💙

Sunbed and Umbrella Prices

The maximum allowed price by Benidorm City Council is €6 per item.

When on Benidorm's Beaches - ALWAYS take note of the beach WARNING FLAGS

🌅 Levante Beach (Sunrise Beach)

Levante is Benidorm’s most famous sunspot, stretching almost 2 km from Punta Pinet to Punta Canfali.

Why is Levante Beach so popular?

• One of Europe’s best-known beaches

• South-facing, with sunshine all day

• Vibrant and busy from morning till late

What can you find here?

Along its promenade are countless bars, restaurants, ice cream stalls, live music venues, and cocktail bars, creating Benidorm’s iconic buzzing atmosphere.

Quick facts:

• Length: 2,084 metres

• Average width: 55 metres

• Sand area: 125,785 m²

Beach Facilities:

• Lifeguard stations: 5

• Sun loungers (11 months): 4,600 in 10 areas

• Parasols (11 months): 1,400 in 10 areas

• Foot showers: 19 modules

• Boarded walkway access: 19

• Beach library: Located where Avenida Madrid meets Europa, open Tuesday-Sunday, 11:00-16:00 (closed Jan 15-Feb 15 for sand turning).

• Children’s playgrounds

• Litter bins: 115 on beach, 49 on promenade

• Floating platforms (July-Sept)

• Cable-ski (Easter-Oct)

• First aid stations (Easter-Oct)

• Sports and recreational areas: 2

• Security flags: 6

• Ecological public toilets: 2

• Disabled accessible point: 1

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🌇 Benidorm's Beaches - Poniente Beach (Sunset Beach)

Benidorm’s longest beach at over 3 km, Poniente is perfect for peaceful strolls.

Why visit Poniente Beach?

• Quieter than Levante – ideal for relaxing

• Stunning promenade by architect Carlos Ferrater

• Wide choice of restaurants, bars, and clubs

Quick facts:

• Length: 3,100 metres

• Average width: 74 metres

• Sand area: 146,239 m²

Beach Facilities:

• Boarded walkway access: 44

• Foot showers: 122 modules

• Litter bins: 145 on beach, 137 on promenade, plus 32 recycling points

• Parasols (11 months): 440 in 10 areas

• Sun loungers (11 months): 1,700 in 10 areas

• Floating platform (July-Sept)

• First aid stations: 2 (Easter-Oct)

• Lifeguard stations: 5 in summer, 2 other periods

• Children’s playgrounds: 6

• Sports and recreational areas: 12

• Zip line: 20 metres, for ages 6-14, located between Alfaz del Pi and Vigo streets

• Security flags: 5

• Ecological public toilets: Six modules with 20 toilets (4 adapted)

• Beach libraries: Two – at Paseo de Colón and Avenida Vicente Llorca Alós (open June-Oct, Tue-Sun 11:00-16:00)

• Disabled accessible points: 2

🌴 Cala Mal Pas

This small cove lies between Punta Canfali and the port, offering peace away from main beaches.

Photo by Benidorm Seriously member Des Gardner

Quick facts:

• Length: 120 metres

• Average width: 20 metres

• Sand area: 2,400 m²

Why visit?

Enjoy views of Benidorm Island (I´lla de Benidorm) and La Llosa marine reserve, ideal for scuba diving.

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Beach Facilities:

• Foot showers: 4

• Litter bins: 5

• Parasols & sun loungers: 1 area

• First aid station (Easter-Oct): 1

• Security flag: 1

• Boarded walkway access: 1

Cala Tio Ximo – Benidorm’s Hidden Cove

Cala Tio Ximo is a beautiful small cove located at the base of the steep cliffs of Sierra Helada, just to the north of Benidorm.

Important to know:
Although there is a road down to this beach, parking is not permitted, so plan your visit accordingly.

Why visit Cala Tio Ximo?

• It’s a quiet spot where you can escape the hustle and bustle of the busier beaches

• Popular with locals as a nudist beach out of season

• The beach combines fine sand and rocks, making it ideal for snorkelling 🐠

• Its crystal-clear waters reveal a stunning rocky seabed, perfect for underwater exploration

Quick facts:

• Length: 60 metres

Did you know?

Named after Tio Ximo, a beloved resident who lent his house to newlyweds for honeymoons. His old home still sits above the beach.

Beach Facilities:

• Parasols: 16

• Sun loungers: 47

• Lifeguard (summer only)

• Security flag: 1

🐠 Cala Almadrava

A hidden snorkelling paradise north of Benidorm.

Why visit?

• Calm, clear waters ideal for snorkelling

• Rich marine life

• Often used as a nudist beach out of season

Accessibility:

Not accessible by road – visitors must descend steep steps.

Quick facts:

• Length: 100 metres

Beach Facilities:

• Sun loungers: 47

• Security flag: 1

Quick facts:

• Length: 100 metres

• Sun loungers available: 47

• Security flags: 1

PLEASE FOLLOW THE BEACH SAFETY FLAGS AT ALL TIMES

⚠️ Benidorm's Beach Rules and Fines

Always check local signs to avoid fines:

🔥 No fires or BBQs are allowed.

💙 Final Tips

• Respect beach rules

• Support licensed vendors

• Keep Benidorm’s beaches clean and safe for everyone

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PHOTOS BY BENIDORM SERIOUSLY GROUP MEMBERS

Poniente Beach by Des Gardner

Poniente Beach by Margaret Edwards

Poniente Beach by Petra Spanjaard

Photo by Caroline Moffat, Christmas 2019

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Which is your favourite beach in Benidorm? Tell us in the comments below!