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Beach · Benidorm, Comunidade Valenciana
Playa de Levante
Beach of about 2 km east of the old town, with fine sand, calm sea and a promenade with bars and restaurants, with Benidorm's skyscrapers in the background.
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About Playa de Levante
Playa de Levante is Benidorm's busiest beach, with about 2 km of fine sand between the old town and the Punta de Canfali to the west, and the Rincón de Loix to the east. The sea is calm, protected by the bay, and shallow near the shore.
Behind the beach, the Paseo de Levante runs along the entire seafront with palm trees, benches, bars, ice-cream shops and restaurants. It is from this promenade that you get the classic image of Benidorm: the row of tall buildings pressed close together, with the mountains in the background.
The beach is cleaned daily and has lifeguards, showers, toilets, children's areas and rentals of chairs and sunshades. At the eastern end, the Rincón de Loix concentrates large hotels and nightlife geared to British tourists.
At the other end, the beach ends at the foot of the old town, where a staircase climbs up to the igreja de San Jaime and the Balcón del Mediterráneo.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
From 2 hours to a full day at the beach.
Best time
Early morning to get a spot on the sand and milder sun. From May to October for swimming; in winter, for walking along the promenade.
How to get there
It's in the center, east of the old town, a 10-minute walk from most hotels. City buses run along the avenue parallel to the beach.
Tip
To avoid the crowds, stay in the section near the old town in the morning. In the late afternoon, walk along the promenade to the Balcón del Mediterráneo. Book a sunshade early in August.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Playa de Levante
Is Playa de Levante good for children?
Yes. The sea is usually calm and shallow, and there are lifeguards and children's areas.
Where is the nightlife in Benidorm?
Mainly in Rincón de Loix, at the eastern tip of Playa de Levante, and in the old town.
Levante or Poniente?
Levante has more bars and a livelier atmosphere; Poniente is quieter and has more space on the sand.