What does Benidorm have to attract so many Britons?

Benidorm is one of the most visited tourist destinations in the world and the data proves it. The city has a population of about 70,000 registered inhabitants, which in summer can reach 500,000.

Among the type of tourism in the area, Spanish families predominate, crowding the hotels and apartments near the beach, taking advantage of the privileged climate, but the city also has more than considerable foreign tourism where, above all, the tourist stands out. British, which is 50%.

Without a doubt, Benidorm is one of the favorite destinations for the British to spend their holidays. But contrary to what many may think, the British tourist is not a low-level tourist, on the contrary, many Britons come to the coastal city demanding luxury services that only a lucky few can access.

Exclusive services and activities offered by Benidorm

1. 5-star accommodation

In addition to the well-known apartments on the beach, which are certainly very cheap, the owners of great fortunes have a series of high-luxury hotels in which to stay and where every detail is taken care of. Strategically located far enough from the city to be able to disconnect, but at the same time close to be able to enjoy the summer in all its splendor, the city has a series of accommodations that delight British VIP clients.

Among them stands out the well-known Asia Gardens, inspired by Thai culture, surrounded by jungle and characteristic vegetation, which offers guests services such as a luxury spa with the latest in Thai treatments.

Another outstanding hotel is the Melia Villaitana, chosen by tourists who love golf, since it has a private course where, especially the British, spend long days.

For those who prefer to be close to the beach, there is the option of staying at the Venice Boutique Hotel, which has received multiple awards and recognitions for its quality. It has few rooms and you have to book well in advance, but its suites with private jacuzzi and views of the Mediterranean are worth it.

2. Sport for the elites

The land that surrounds the city, as well as the sea itself, makes Benidorm a perfect destination for premium clients looking to practice their favorite sports. Some hotels have their own golf courses, the star sport among the owners of great fortunes, but there are also golf clubs not related to specific accommodations, which allow tourists to practice their favorite sport.

Added to this sport are all sports related to the sea. There are multiple companies that offer maritime activities for visitors and even the possibility of renting private luxury yachts to spend the day at sea and sunbathe while sipping the best champagne.

In this sense, the Benidorm City Council, which knows the potential of sports tourism, is creating infrastructures to attract even more tourists. One of his latest actions has been to create 10 Beach Volleyball courts in the Poniente area with the aim of hosting national and international championships such as the “Madison Beach Volley Tour”.

3. Haute cuisine

The Mediterranean diet is known throughout the world not only for its multiple benefits, but also for the richness of its flavors and the quality of its products. For this reason, the British tourist does not hesitate to taste it in some of the luxury restaurants that the city has. Among them, the Ulía restaurant stands out, where one of the best rice dishes with lobster is prepared, or the Belvedere restaurant where, in addition to enjoying haute cuisine, you can contemplate incredible views of the sea.

4. Wide cultural offer

The city also offers an increasingly wide cultural and musical offer for all tastes. In this sense, Benidorm hosts the famous Low Festival or the Reggaetón Beach Festival, to which is added the Benidorm Sound, which will take place from June 20 to July 22 at the Julio Iglesias auditorium, and which has just revealed the first artists from his poster: Sara Baras and Sergio Dalma.

It is clear that the attractions of Benidorm are many and all of them, together with the currency exchange that allows the British VIP tourist to enjoy these services in a much cheaper way than in their country, have contributed to making the coastal city one of the destinations preferred by the English tourist to spend the holidays.