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A Budget Week of Benidorm Beaches, Old Town Flavours and Late-Night Energy

This is a budget-conscious, short-break itinerary built only from places and advice explicitly mentioned in the supplied Benidorm material. Plan around roughly £50 per day when possible, compare flights and accommodatio…

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BENIDORM Saturday Night : Morgan’s Tavern, The Strip & a 3AM Kebab Watch on YouTube Old Town Benidorm • Freshly Cooked Chinese Buffet & Night Stroll Watch on YouTube It’s 30 DEGREES on BENIDORM Beach Today Watch on YouTube A Quiet Benidorm Night Lavante Beach, Cocktails & Mediterranean Balcony Watch on YouTube FiRST DAY in BENIDORM..We Nearly Got Scammed Changing up Money! 💴 Watch on YouTube

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This is a budget-conscious, short-break itinerary built only from places and advice explicitly mentioned in the supplied Benidorm material. Plan around roughly £50 per day when possible, compare flights and accommodation across multiple booking sites, and check airline-direct fares rather than relying only on price-comparison sites. Avoid inflated beachfront convenience shops for water and snacks; use larger supermarkets such as Mercadona, United Market or Mas y Mas instead. Be especially careful at currency exchanges: mentally calculate the expected euro amount, avoid the exchange place next to Buffalo Bill/Tattoo Venus, and use the Wine Barrel exchange instead. In hot weather, carry water, walk the beaches and seafront later in the day, and allow extra time for the steep Old Town and Mediterranean Balcony approaches. The source material describes Benidorm as best suited to a weekend or short week, with September and October offering warm but comparatively manageable conditions.

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Days 1-2: Arrival, local shopping and first bearings

Stay near the area where you want to spend most evenings, then use the first two days to orient yourself between the New Town, Levante Beach and the Old Town. The source repeatedly emphasizes comparing supermarket prices and avoiding expensive small beachfront shops.

  1. Apartment HorizonApartment Horizon, Benidorm, Spain

    Use the apartment complex as a practical base if staying on the elevated edge of the Old Town. Expect steep approaches and steps, and allow time for the walk back uphill in hot weather.

  2. United MarketUnited Market, Benidorm, Spain

    A useful first grocery stop for fresh food, baguettes, pasta and inexpensive San Miguel. The source describes it as less than ten minutes from the accommodation area.

  3. Mas y MasMas y Mas, Benidorm, Spain

    Use this larger supermarket for balcony supplies and drinks rather than buying from small beachfront stores. The source specifically contrasts its prices with inflated convenience-shop prices.

  4. Uncle Ron'sUncle Ron's, Benidorm, Spain

    A named pub stop near the accommodation area, mentioned as a place to test the local Europa-style pint. Use it as an inexpensive orientation stop rather than committing to a full evening.

  5. Penny FarthingPenny Farthing, Benidorm, Spain

    The source describes a first pint here at about €2, making it a useful early-trip benchmark for local drink prices.

  6. Penny FarthingPenny Farthing, Benidorm, Spain

    A named food-and-drink stop associated with an inexpensive steak burger, burger and chips, and a €2 beer reference. It is especially practical before a later night out.

Days 2-3: Levante Beach and the quieter seafront

Use late afternoon and evening for the Levante shoreline: the source describes hot daytime conditions, a cleaner beach, turquoise water and a calmer atmosphere away from the Strip. Carry supermarket-bought water and avoid paying convenience-shop prices.

  1. Levante BeachLevante Beach, Benidorm, Spain

    Walk the famous beach later in the day when the heat eases. The source highlights clean sand, clear water and a less crowded daytime atmosphere.

  2. Levante Beach PromenadePasseig de la Mediterrània, Benidorm, Spain

    Use the seafront promenade for a slower walk and a contrast with the busy Strip behind it. The source recommends this area for a quieter drink with a beach view.

  3. The JungleThe Jungle, Levante Beach, Benidorm, Spain

    The source identifies this as a quieter beachfront stop with shaded seating, happy-hour drinks and a pina colada. Check current prices before ordering.

  4. ManilaManila, Levante Beach, Benidorm, Spain

    The source mentions this as a small cafeteria-style stop near the beach, useful for shade and a quick drink. It was described as busy and popular.

  5. Mal Pas BeachMal Pas Beach, Benidorm, Spain

    Take a short detour around the headland for the smaller beach described in the source. The material calls it a nudist beach, so treat the visit respectfully and check local signage.

  6. Levante Beach Water ActivitiesLevante Beach, Benidorm, Spain

    The source points out the inflatable water attraction and zip-wire activity visible from the beach. Treat this as an optional paid add-on and confirm operating times locally.

Days 3-4: Old Town lanes, Church Square and unlimited Chinese dining

Base this phase around the Old Town at night, when the source highlights pretty lanes, cafés, tapas bars, Church Square and a markedly different atmosphere from the Strip. Wear comfortable shoes: the approach includes hills and the walk back can take around forty minutes.

  1. Benidorm Old TownCasco Antiguo de Benidorm, Benidorm, Spain

    Explore the Old Town streets after sunset for cafés, tapas bars, small shops and a more Spanish atmosphere. The source repeatedly contrasts this area with the high-rise party strip.

  2. Church SquarePlaça del Castell, Benidorm, Spain

    Visit the square after dinner when its halo-style lights are on. It is the specific visual landmark used in the source to locate the nearby restaurant.

  3. Buffet LibraBuffet Libra, Benidorm Old Town, Spain

    The source describes a freshly cooked, unlimited format at €21.95, with up to ten small dishes per round. Dishes specifically mentioned include Peking duck, lemon chicken, lamb chop, prawn cocktail, prawn katsu and sushi; ordering can be done by app or paper.

  4. Restaurant L PintxeRestaurant L Pintxe, Benidorm Old Town, Spain

    This is the restaurant identified near the halo-lit square. The source first describes it as an unlimited made-to-order Chinese meal and later identifies the venue as L Pintxe.

  5. Pig and WhistlePig and Whistle, Benidorm Old Town, Spain

    A named pub passed during the Old Town walk and described as a pleasant small pub. Use it as an optional pre- or post-dinner drink.

  6. Starbucks Benidorm Old TownStarbucks, Benidorm Old Town, Spain

    The source points visitors toward the Starbucks as a simple navigation marker near the halo-lit square. It is included as a location reference, not as a required café stop.

Days 5-6: Morgan's Tavern, the Strip and late-night food

Reserve the Strip for a later evening, particularly outside the busiest Saturday period if you want more space. The source mentions tribute acts, podium dancers, hen and stag groups, prices ranging from roughly €7 to €8.80 for drinks, and a 3 a.m. kebab finish.

  1. Morgan's TavernMorgan's Tavern, Benidorm, Spain

    Start the main nightlife evening here. The source describes tribute entertainment, including a Liam Gallagher act, and recommends returning during the week when Saturday hen and stag crowds are lower.

  2. Flash HotelFlash Hotel, Benidorm, Spain

    Use this hotel as the precise landmark opposite Morgan's Tavern. The source repeatedly uses it to orient the nightlife route.

  3. Benidorm StripCalle Gerona, Benidorm, Spain

    Walk the Strip for concentrated tribute acts, bars and podium-dancer venues. The source describes it as the liveliest option, distinct from the quieter beachfront and Old Town.

  4. Hotel California BarHotel California Bar, Benidorm, Spain

    A named venue on the Strip mentioned alongside other entertainment bars. Include it as an optional stop when exploring the concentrated nightlife area.

  5. Wiki BeachWiki Beach, Levante Beach, Benidorm, Spain

    The source mentions this as a quieter beachfront alternative after the Strip, with seating suitable for talking and a happy-hour price around €2.50.

  6. King KebabKing Kebab, Benidorm, Spain

    Finish a late night with the kebab stop described in the source. The meal included a kebab, chips and onion bhajis around 3 a.m.; confirm the exact open venue locally because the creator did not identify its name.

Day 7: Mediterranean Balcony, harbour views and nearby excursions

End the week with the scenic side of Benidorm. The source presents the Mediterranean Balcony as the favourite quieter area, with harbour views, the island boat departure point, a small beach, chapel and Old Town lanes. Villajoyosa and Altea are mentioned as possible excursions if time remains.

  1. Mediterranean BalconyBalcon del Mediterraneo, Benidorm, Spain

    Visit at sunset or after dark for views across the Old Town, New Town and sea. The source calls this the prettiest and most photographed part of Benidorm and notes that it is also a filming location for the Benidorm series.

  2. Iglesia de San Jaime y Santa AnaEsglésia de Sant Jaume i Santa Anna, Benidorm, Spain

    Look for the chapel beside the balcony and return in daylight if you want to see the historical details more clearly. The source specifically mentions the chapel and ancient stone below the viewpoint.

  3. Benidorm HarbourPort de Benidorm, Benidorm, Spain

    Use the harbour as the departure point for the boat to Peacock Island. The source mentions the crossing and a separate speedboat experience that previous visitors enjoyed.

  4. Peacock IslandIsla de Benidorm, Benidorm, Spain

    Take the boat across if operating during your visit. The source repeatedly identifies Peacock Island as the offshore landmark and mentions a speedboat trip there as a highly praised optional activity.

  5. Valor Chocolate MuseumMuseo del Chocolate Valor, Villajoyosa, Spain

    If you have time for a nearby excursion, the source specifically suggests Villajoyosa because of the Valor chocolate factory and its free samples at the end of the tour.

  6. Altea Old TownCasco Antiguo de Altea, Altea, Spain

    Altea is named as another possible outing if the schedule allows. Treat it as an optional final-day trip rather than a required stop, since the source does not provide a detailed plan for the town.