Hotel Mediterraneo, Costa Blanca, Spain

Official Rating - 4 Stars- Half Board/ Full Board/ All Inclusive

hotel location and address

Avd/Dr. Severo Ochoa No 16, BENIDORM, Spain 03503

hotel details

In a prime location and an upmarket area of Benidorm, known as the Ciudad Jardin of Sierra Nevada, the Hotel Mediterraneo Benidorm, sits amongst the exclusive residential area with around 12,000 M2of water features, pools, terraces and gardens. The end result is a trendy and modern hotel that is surrounded by greenery.

accommodation

There are 176 exterior rooms which all have either a terrace or balcony. They have direct dial telephone access, internet access (modem), electronic door locks, central heating (winter), air conditioning, mini bar, fully equipped bathroom, hairdryer, music, satellite TV and a safe. All accommodation can sleep up to 4 people and 12 of the rooms are interconnecting.

food and beverage

The restaurant, Riu-Rau produces menus of international and Mediterranean cuisine, with the option of watching the chefs' show cook. You can choose from a wide variety of wines, including many from Spain's regions.

The hotel has an entertainment lounge bar, the Salon Cafeteria La Naia and the La Plaza del Mar.

sports and leisure

Indoor heated swimming pool with a Jacuzzi, with a water temperature of around 30º and a sauna. There is a modern gymnasium (free to guests), an outdoor swimming pool, a family splash pool with lifeguards, basket ball courts and an entertainments programme. The La Plaza del Mar hosts entertainment outdoors and under the stars.

for children

A family splash pool with lifeguards, a playground with safety in mind which has a rubber floor and children's activities programme

facilities and services

Reception desk, banqueting/conference room, internet access, gymnasium, indoor heated pool with Jacuzzi and sauna, outdoor facilities for weddings, conferences, lounge, TV bar, live shows and entertainments

all inclusive food and drink programme

The AI programme consists of breakfast (08:00-10:00), lunch (13:00-15:30) and dinner (19:00-21:30), all buffet style, served in the main restaurant. During lunch & dinner refreshments, mineral water, beer and wine are offered. Snacks are available from 10:30-12:30, 16:00-18:30 & 22:00-24:00 at the snack bar of Riu Rau. Kids can have ice cream between 10:30 & 18:00. Locally produced alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks like coffee, tea, draught lager, draught soft drinks, juices, chocolate milkshake, white rum, whiskey, vodka, gin, cointreau, vermouth (white, red & dry), baileys, coffee with liqueur, brandy, wine (red & white) and coconut liqueur are served from 10:00-24:00 at the bar.

all inclusive sports and entertainment

Leisure facilities at the hotel include full entertainment programme available for both adults and children; details are available at reception.

chargeable extras and all inclusive general information

National & international drinks not included in the AI concept (on some a 25% discount applies), bottled water at the bar, safety deposit boxes, phone & fax, laundry, excursions, medical service, room service, AI card replacement, parking and stocked mini bar are available at a charge. On arrival guests receive an identification card for personal only use, which should be demonstrated in each order. Please note that in case of fraud, the owner of the card is charged. The card should be returned on departure. Dress code applies during dinner. Only one drink at a time per person can be ordered.

useful information on distances

Located 60 kms from Alicante airport, 143 kms from Murcia airport, 152 kms from Valencia airport, 900 metres from the Levante Beach, just in front of the Benidorm Palace and just 250 metres from famous Aqualandia and Mundomar Theme Parks.

family entertainment / recommended places to visit

Canelobre Caves

Near to Busot, just on the outskirts of Benidorm there are some stunning waterfalls and natural caves. It is possible to take a walking tour of the area and the caves, and sometimes the caves are used for concerts so the acoustics are simply amazing. The caves are a popular tourist attraction so it is best to arrive early in the day to avoid the crowds.

Algar Falls

Perhaps these falls are considered to be one of the finest natural beauty sights in the Costa Blanca. After enjoying the scene of the falls, it is possible to take a dip in the wonderfully warm waters of the pools. There is also a railway museum here for you to learn about the history of Spain's rail transportation.

The House Museum

This is an art gallery which you can find inside a fantastically historical building built in the 19thcentury. It has paintings, sculptures and plenty of exhibitions throughout the year. The museum is easy to find as it is right in the centre of Benidorm.

Benidorm's Wax Museum

The wax museum is a popular attraction and contains a grand display of famous people such as Elvis Presley, Charlie Chaplin and many others. There are also areas of royal families, politicians and fairytale characters. Although the museum is popular, we should warn you that there is an area which houses Benidorm's Museum of Erotic Art.

The Agricultural Museum

At the Plaza de Toros you can find the Agricultural Museum which is interesting for its displays of historical and ancient farming tools and equipment. There are horse drawn ploughs and the water mill and water wheel are particularly fascinating.

Terra Mitica theme park

Terra Mitica is the Costa Blanca's most ambitious and most entertaining and family friendly theme park, covering a huge area on the outskirts of Benidorm. This park is one of Spain's very best. You'll need plenty of time to explore the park, take in one of the 80 entertainment shows which are held for the public and to try out all of the 30 fantastic rides!

See some animals in a zoo

Terra Natura has a number of excellent daily shows, a water park, fascinating wild animals and five different themed areas where you can meet and greet animals from the wilds and learn more about survival. Take in America, Asia, Mare Nostrum, Pangea and Europe.

Watch a dolphin show at Mundomar Marine & Exotic Animal Park

See some of Europe's most beautiful dolphins and watch their interaction with their trainers and carers at Mundomar, at Sierra Helada near Benidorm. This really is a must see for lovers of these amazing creatures. Highlights include the ballet which features synchronized swimmers dancing in the water alongside the dolphins that are simply spectacular as they glide through the water. Head down to watch the underwater action from deep beneath the dolphins tank or why not get really close and take a boat ride pulled by your very own personal dolphin! A great one for the children!