Quick answer: Benidorm has three Poseidon hotels. Poseidon Resort, on Calle Esperanto between Levante and the Old Town, is the biggest, with 467 rooms in two buildings. Poseidon Playa, on Calle Racharel on the Poniente side, has 306 rooms and the best guest scores of the three-star pair. La Estación, on Passeig dels Tolls, is a four-star hotel with a bike-hire service for cyclists. All three draw a mixed Spanish and international crowd and are quieter than hotels on the Strip.
The three hotels compared
| Hotel | Stars | Address | Rooms | Known for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poseidon Resort | 3 | Calle Esperanto 9 | 467 | Two buildings, central pool, heated indoor pool, all-inclusive option |
| Poseidon Playa | 3 | Calle Racharel 1 | 306 | Poniente side; guest score about 8.3 |
| La Estación | 4 | Passeig dels Tolls | Not published | Cycling-friendly with pro bike hire; guest score about 8.2 |
Sources: Kayak – Poseidon Resort, Tripmakery, Momondo, Poseidon Hotels.
Poseidon Resort
Poseidon Resort is made up of two separate buildings, Poseidon and Poseidon Palace, each with its own reception, restaurant and lounge. A large central pool has a bar, and there is a heated indoor pool that closes in summer. The atmosphere is relaxed and noticeably Spanish (Oyster). Levante beach is about a seven-minute walk and the Old Town about five minutes, so it suits couples and families who want the Old Town tapas bars on their doorstep. Reviews describe the rooms as pleasant but somewhat dated.
Poseidon Playa
Poseidon Playa, on the Poniente side of town, is the higher-rated of the two three-star hotels. Its location suits visitors who prefer Poniente beach, which is calmer than Levante. It is also popular with groups and has free coach parking.
La Estación
La Estación is the group's four-star hotel. Working with Coll de Rates Cycling, it offers a Pro Bike Hire service with a bike fit and guided routes to climbs such as the Puerto de Tudons and the Coll de Rates. That makes it one of the best bases for a winter cycling trip; see our cycling guide.
Which Poseidon hotel should I choose?
For the Old Town and Levante: Poseidon Resort.
For Poniente beach: Poseidon Playa.
For cycling or a four-star stay: La Estación.
For nights on the Strip: all three are a taxi or long walk away; consider the Rincón de Loix instead.
Poseidon hotels: FAQs
How many Poseidon hotels are there in Benidorm? Three: Poseidon Resort, Poseidon Playa and La Estación.
Is Poseidon Resort near the beach? Yes, about a seven-minute walk from Levante beach.
What is Poseidon Palace? One of the two buildings that make up Poseidon Resort.
Does Poseidon Resort have an indoor pool? Yes, a heated indoor pool that closes in summer.
Which Poseidon hotel is best for cyclists? La Estación, which offers pro bike hire and guided routes.