Benidorm, Costa Blanca, Valencia Province, Spain

Playa de Poniente

The Playa de Poniente is a 3km-long beach situated in Valencia, Spain's Benidorm city, renowned for its serene ambiance. The beach's sandy surface makes it an excellent play area for children, with organized games available. Furthermore, Playa de Poniente is accessible to individuals with disabilities and has lifeguard services.

The area is surrounded by various restaurants that offer romantic dinners or lunch breaks for visitors. A nearby beach bar is well-known for good music and refreshments.

Discover ideal places to stay near Playa de Poniente, where you can enjoy the serene ambiance and family-friendly activities.

When visiting Playa de Poniente, sunbathing is a must, and renting loungers and sun umbrellas is recommended. Additionally, the beach has installed toilets and outdoor showers for convenience.

What to do at Playa de Poniente?

Amenities

Playa de Poniente amenities include toilet, shower and loungers.

Bars

Best bars near Playa de Poniente include Beach Club Delfín, Bar Deluxe Beach, Paradise Beach Bar, Pachuli Beach Bar, PONIENTE BEACH (Cervecería & Coctelería), Bluebird Bar, LIZY'S BAR, Bar Incognito Benidorm and POKER ROCK BAR.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Playa de Poniente include Amigos Bistro by Nas & Dino, Bravo Lounge., Alhambra, Restaurante Bar Los Chiquitos, Zanzibar Benidorm, Al - Andaluz, Localolita Street Food and Pollo Expresss Gourmet.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that the beach is fantastic with clear water, nearby toilets, and not too busy. Visitors appreciate the availability of lifeguards and bars, as well as the cleanliness of the beach. However, some visitors complain about the broken beach feet showers, the cost of sunbeds and umbrellas, and the limited availability of shade.

Where to Stay near Playa de Poniente?

Most visitors to Playa de Poniente in Benidorm choose to stay in the vibrant city center, which offers a range of accommodations within walking distance to the beach. The area is popular not only for its picturesque beach but also for its lively dining and entertainment options.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Playa de Poniente?

Latitude: 38.5359473 / Longitude: -0.1513195

Playa de Poniente is located in Benidorm. The following map of Playa de Poniente shows the exact location.

Playa de Poniente: Weather Today

📅 Thursday, July 23, 2026
Today offers a rather mixed and somewhat muted beach experience at Playa de Poniente. The morning starts with a persistent layer of fog that clings to the coast, creating a hazy atmosphere that obscures the sun for much of the day. While the air feels quite warm at 32.7 °C and the water is pleasantly inviting for a swim at 28.8 °C, the lack of clear skies makes it an average day rather than a perfect one. Gentle breezes keep the air moving, and the sea remains calm and smooth for wading. If you do head out, remember that the sun is still very strong despite the haze, reaching a UV Index of 8.05, so ensure you have plenty of sun protection throughout your visit.
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Air

Low / High26.5°C/32.7°C
Feels Like (High)40.7°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature28.8 °C
Wave Height0.4 m
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Rain

Rain Chance8%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:54/21:19
Sunshine Hours10.5 hrs
UV Index8.05
Cloud Cover51%
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Wind

Speed10.5 km/h
Gusts27.7 km/h
DirectionSW

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