Benidorm Nightlife Guide: Best Clubs, Bars & Party Areas
A notorious party town, the Benidorm nightlife scene is world-famous for its wild clubs, bars and pubs, promising a seriously lively atmosphere for party animals.
Picture this: you spent your day chilling on Levante Beach or maybe had a late afternoon sipping cocktails at a Benidorm boat party. Perhaps you did pre-drinks and belted out some classics in a karaoke bar. Now, it is time to hit the town and do some damage on the dance floor.
Doing your homework before you go guarantees you will find the perfect spots to suit your vibe, budget, and mood. Check out this essential guide to the best bars, clubs, and party areas to make the most of this ultimate nightlife destination.
Best Areas for Benidorm Nightlife
The Strip (Calle Gerona)
The heart of Benidorm’s nightlife, the famous strip is packed with bars, clubs, and pubs. Bar-hop your way along before heading to a club.
Old Town
If you are keen to experience a more authentic Spanish night, head to the Old Town to discover traditional tapas bars, quieter pubs, and cool spots to catch live music.
La Carretera
Some of the bigger clubs are located here, on the way out of the city towards Altea. Things tend to kick off from 4am, so do not head out too early on in the night.
10 Best Bars in Benidorm
Discover the 10 best bars in Benidorm, with something for absolutely everyone, guaranteed!
Morgan’s Tavern
No Benidorm bar list is complete with a mention of Morgan’s Tavern! Situated on the famous Calle Gerona strip, it is the bar made famous by the Benidorm TV programme. If you loved the show, make a beeline for the bar. And even if you didn’t watch, it is well worth a trip for the vibrant atmosphere and entertaining tribute acts.
Tiki Beach Bar
The perfect beach bar for day drinks and sundowners. This popular spot has unreal views of the Med, giving you the ideal backdrop for the ultimate holiday selfie series. A super fun place that is open from 10am onwards, it is located at the end of the strip and serves delicious food and cocktails. It is cash only, so come prepared!
The Black Chicken
If karaoke bars are your cup of tea, head to The Black Chicken to belt out some classics. This down-to-earth bar serves cheap drinks and has a spacious outdoor terrace where you can while away an afternoon people-watching. It is popular with hen parties and stag dos!
Benidorm Palace
A world-famous cabaret bar, Benidorm Palace is a must-visit if you love live entertainment. Enjoy dinner and drinks as you are entertained by comedians, singers, acrobats, and magicians, with table service at the touch of a button. Great for families, couples, hen and stag dos, put this on your list for something different from the usual bars and clubs.
The Red Lion
A tourist favourite, The Red Lion attracts a lively crowd and is one of the best bars to start your night. With large screens showing sports and live music, The Red Lion is located right on the strip.
Bodhran Irish Bar
Love the craic? Get yourself to Bodhran Irish Bar for the best Guinness in town and great value breakfasts to soak up the beverages. This lively pub shows sports on big screens during the day and has regular live music, making it a great bar to relax during the day and enjoy top entertainment at night.
Rock and Roll House
For fans of classic rock music, this is the place to be, with live bands, tribute acts and classic hits spanning all the decades from the 60s to modern-day rock. As themed bars go, this is one of the best Benidorm has to offer for rockers.
Sol Beach Bar
Overlooking Benidorm’s Levante Beach, Sol Beach Bar serves a fantastic range of food and drinks all day long, with great music and a top location. Try the burger and time your visit to indulge in some happy hour cocktails!
Bar 69 (Old Town)
If you prefer to escape the main drag, head to the Old Town for a cool night out away from the usual crowds. Bar 69 is a trendy bar boasting the most extensive cocktail menu in the Old Town. It has some seriously imaginative tipples with a modern twist. It is popular with locals and visitors, so the atmosphere differs from the many sports bars and tourist traps. It is situated in Plaza de la Constitución, a cute square ideal for people-watching!
Bar Mal Pas (Old Town)
Another Old Town Benidorm spot promising an authentic experience, Bar Mal Pas has a spectacular sea view from its sun-soaked terrace. Expect a laid-back vibe with delicious Spanish dishes, like paella and Galician steaks, accompanied by some of the best sangria in town.
7 Best Nightclubs in Benidorm
Discoteca Penelope
Getting the party started since 1968, Penelope is an iconic fixture on the scene. It boasts a beach club and nightclub offering live music, international DJs, themed nights, foam parties, and a blend of house, electronic, and pop music to keep you dancing all night.
KM Playa
Located right on Levante Beach, KM Playa is a beach club and bar serving food during the day and offering a vibrant atmosphere as night falls. Order cocktails outside on the sun-drenched terrace, enjoy reasonably priced food, and vibe to the sounds of electronic and house music.
Discoteca Privilege
One of the coolest Benidorm clubs, Discoteca Privilege is a stylish, industrial spot attracting electronic, house, and techno lovers. It has a large dance floor and VIP areas and adds something different to the Benidorm scene, with appearances from local and international DJs.
Beachcomber Benidorm
Smaller in size but big on atmosphere, Beachcomber is ideal if you are looking for a more laid-back night out. Expect a nice mix of chart hits, dance classics, and summer bangers, with good drinks offers to keep it affordable.
KU Benidorm
KU Lounge is a cool, modern club with a mixture of house, techno, and summer classics. Known for its massive dance floor and VIP areas, which you can book in advance, it has a stylish outdoor terrace and sets from guest DJs.
Hippodrome
More of a disco-pub than a nightclub, but worth a mention on any list of the best nightlife in Benidorm! Hippodrome is a lively spot open 365 days a year and offers a huge schedule of events, themed nights, DJ sets, and performances.
Jokers Benidorm
With live shows and entertainment from comedians, tribute bands, and other performers, plus regular DJ sets, Jokers is a Benidorm institution. There is an outdoor terrace, plenty of drink deals, and a high-energy vibe loved by absolutely anyone who is in town to party.
Benidorm’s Best Parties and Club Nights
Sunkissed Beach Party at Ku Lounge
An unforgettable day featuring Benidorm’s top DJs, live freestyle sax and drums, sizzling GoGo dancers, wild party games, and an epic silent disco!
Benidorm Pool Party
Join us every Friday and Saturday for the ultimate all-inclusive Pool Party in Benidorm, featuring top DJs from Ibiza, unlimited local beers, spirits, soft drinks, stage dancers, and epic foam cannons!
Benidorm Palace Dinner Show
Benidorm Palace wows nightly with 50+ international artists in a vibrant show! Dance, flamenco, magic, acrobatics and music come alive with dazzling sets and costumes. A must-see spectacle!
Add a Boat Party to Your Benidorm Trip
All good nights begin with an iconic day spent sipping cocktails, soaking up stunning views, and having a blast with your mates. The Benidorm Boat Party gives you all of that and more!
This two-hour party cruise takes you on a luxury catamaran with a live DJ, a fully stocked bar, and insane views that provide the backdrop to the best day of your holiday. You can reserve your spot for just £15 per person. It sets sail at 5pm, so it is the ideal activity to take you from daytime chills to nighttime thrills.