Benidorm Island

🌊 Myths and realities, legends and history, past and present… Benidorm Island has a unique charm that captivates both locals and tourists. As a true icon of the city, its silhouette appears in numerous logos and emblems, making it one of Benidorm’s most recognizable landmarks.

✨ Public organizations and private companies often incorporate the island into their branding, reinforcing its symbolic importance within the city's identity.

🤿 A Paradise for Divers & Nature Enthusiasts

🏊‍♂️ A haven for divers and fishermen, Benidorm Island is an underwater observatory teeming with marine flora and fauna, attracting hundreds of visitors each year.

🌿 Ecology lovers appreciate its role as a protected refuge for seabirds and its rich biodiversity, qualities that led to its inclusion within the Serra Gelada Natural Park, as recognized by the Generalitat Valenciana.

⏳ A Stark but Captivating Landscape

🌄 Despite its barren and desolate appearance—the opposite of a tropical paradise—the island never fails to leave an impression. The renowned Spanish writer Gabriel Miró described it in 1928 in his book Años y Leguas.

🌙 By night, the island is completely uninhabited, as there are no permanent residents. But during the day, especially in summer, it is as lively as the great tourist city that shares its name.

⛵ Visiting Benidorm Island

🚤 Frequent boat departures from Benidorm Port and Rincón de Loix ensure a steady flow of visitors. Once on the island, visitors can:

✔️ Explore its trails – The longest path stretches 400 meters.
✔️ Swim in its crystal-clear waters.
✔️ Enjoy a meal at the island's restaurant.

🌍 A Geological Link to Serra Gelada

🔬 Studies show that Benidorm Island was once part of Serra Gelada, until the land that now separates them sank beneath the sea.

📜 In past decades, the island was sometimes promoted for tourism as the “Isla de los Periodistas” (Island of Journalists). While this name is still occasionally used in the media, it is now rarely heard in everyday speech.