Car hire - Benidorm

Once a tiny fishing village, Benidorm is now a hugely popular destination famed for its boisterous nightlife and extensive beaches - not to mention the popular television show that shares its name.

Behind the beaches sit palm tree-lined promenades, many bars and rows of skyscrapers. In fact, it once had the most high-rise buildings per capita in the world.

For a more chilled experience, head to the traditionally Spanish old town where you can explore the maze of cobbled streets, bars and restaurants. If you're looking for the lively side of Benidorm, then you'll be happy to know there's no shortage of bars and clubs filled with tourists having a great time.

If you're travelling to Benidorm, then the best place to collect your hire car is from the airport in Alicante. Being such a popular destination, there's a huge number of suppliers here - meaning you're sure to get a competitive price.

In addition, you can choose almost any specification of vehicle, so whether you're looking for a family car or something a bit more fancy - we've got it covered.

Be assured as well of the 24/7 support line and free cancellation options that we provide should you have any issues or your needs change.

At Alicante airport (ALC) you'll see the suppliers desks right next to the arrivals hall. If you've booked in advance then it's as easy as collecting the keys, signing the paperwork and then driving off to enjoy your holiday.

If you haven't arranged a vehicle in advance then it can be fairly pricey, so it’s best to find the cheapest deal through our booking engine before you leave.

Your car will then be parked just two to three minutes away, so you can reach it easily and know that for the next week or two you're free to explore as much or as little of Spain as you'd like.

One of the main attractions of Benidorm is the long stretches of beach that it has, which lead to rocky coves nearby and are surrounded by the Canfali hills.

For scuba enthusiasts, the coves offer an underwater realm filled with aquatic creatures, while a walk up the Canfali hills reveals panoramic views across Spain that truly do take your breath away.

The city's historic centre still retains much of its traditional Spanish architecture, with its most popular sight being the stunning blue-domed 18th century church. The white houses and picturesque alleyways add to the traditional Spanish character of the area, away from the skyscrapers that surround the area.

If you're looking to get away from the nightlife and explore more of the Spanish culture, then just 30 minutes away from Benidorm is Alicante. Overlooking the city you can see the Castle of Santa Barbara sitting at the top of Mount Benacantil.

Built in the 12th century, the castle has borne witness to sieges and battles that have taken place in the nation, and was even used as a prison throughout the 18th century.

Another example of Alicante's architectural brilliance is Gravina Palace, which was built at some point between 1748 and 1808. It's now home to the Gravina Museum of Fine Arts, which boasts a rich collection of Spanish artwork, as well as an auditorium and lounge which host exhibitions depicting the history of the building of the Gravina Palace.

If you're looking to travel a bit further and really make the most of hiring a car in Spain, then you won't be disappointed with the wide choice of destinations.

Just an hour's drive north you'll reach Valencia, Spain's third largest city, which is buzzing with thriving culture, gastronomic delights and a buzzing social scene.

This area is well known for its innovative building work. The city re-developed its flood-prone river into a green parkland that snakes through the city, with striking architectural delights including the Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias.

The area is also surrounded by Huerta, huge areas of fruit and vegetable farmland that's well-known for the delicious paella it produces, as well as traditional spanish meats and cheeses.