For the perfect family getaway, Benidorm is hard to beat. Waterparks, zoos, beaches and plenty of entertainment options make it one of the best places to enjoy some quality time with the children, parents, grandparents, second cousins twice removed and anyone else you can fit on a plane.

Check out our guide to some of the very best hotels in Benidorm which all the family will love.

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Magic Aqua Rock Gardens

This all inclusive resort puts 'fun' at the top of the to do list. Beloved of children for it's on site waterpark and excellent entertainment programmes, a stay in one of Magic Aqua's 254 rooms is sure to delight both the young and the young at heart. There's a great choice of food, and an adult's only rooftop lounge with beautiful views for a bit of much needed r & r while the kids are busy. To see the latest prices, check out the Magic Aqua Rock Gardens website

Sol Pelicanos Ocas

This monster hotel is one of the 3 biggest in Benidorm, with a staggering 794 rooms spread over two buildings. With all that space, its unsurprising that Sol Pelicanos Ocas packs in a lot of facilities, perfect for an unforgettable family getaway. A complex of pools, including the biggest hotel pool in the city are the ideal spot for cooling off after a hot day exploring, and the playground, kids club and trampoline are sure to keep everyone amused morning 'til night. To book, visit the Sol Pelicanos Ocas website.

Hotel RH Princesa and Spa

The observant amongst you will have noted the 'spa' portion of this hotel's title, which takes an adult's down time as importantly as children's. While you're off relaxing and rejuvenating, kids can keep themselves busy in the fantastic children's club, where they'll be entertained with games and competitions. For some quality family time, there's also numerous pools, including a children's pool with slide, mini golf and even sa bouncy castle for when they're bouncing off the walls. All this is just 10 minutes walk from Benidorm's beautiful beaches, so the hotel is perfectly place to enjoy the best of what the city has to offer. For great deals on rooms, visit the hotel website.

Magic Natura

For something a little different, why not wake up to the sounds of elephants trumpeting outside your window? The Magic Natura resort is a unique hotel complex 6km outside of Benidorm, with beautiful villas with room for up to 7 people on the site of the Terra Natura nature park. Each room is styled like a Polynesian lodge, and some have extra special touches such as jacuzzis or a once in a lifetime view over roaming animals. The Aqua Natura water park is also nearby, along with ample places to grab food. Park entry is included in the price of a stay. For more information about Magic Natura, take a look at our page here. To book a room, visit the Magic Natura website.

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Melia Villaitana

Another unique property in Benidorm, Melia Villaitana is styled like a Mediterranean village, with colourful rooms and villas, fantastic facilities and stunning views over the city all adding up to a beautiful resort. There's not one but two massive pools on site, one of which has beach sand so you can experience a bit of Costa Blanca sunbathing with the crowds on Levante Beach, 4 restaurants and loads of sports facilities, including tennis and padel courts and a children's playground. Get fantastic prices for rooms at the hotel website.

Magic Tropical Splash Aparthotel

This family favourite is themed around water, so it's no surprise that it is famous for it's fantastic pools. There is a huge main pool, perfect for some family fun, and 2 kid's pools with pirate ships so splash away the days. This is a great option for families who like to chill out and have fun on holiday, creating memories by the pool in a hotel which caters for every need. See latest prices at the hotel website.

4* Hotel Mediterraneo

For enjoying Benidorm's fantastic attractions, the Hotel Mediterraneo is in the perfect spot. Near Aqualandia and Mundomar parks, and opposite the highly rated Benidorm Circus, the hotel is the ideal place for getting out and about in the city. The hotel itself is low rise, and a good deal quieter than a lot of the big skyscraper hotels in Benidorm, and just minutes from Levante Beach, making this the ideal place for families who want to be out and about in the city. Visit Hotel Mediterraneo website to book.