Bring your pooch with you! It's time for a Benidorm holiday with a dog

Why should you take your dog to Benidorm?

The gorgeous beaches of the Costa Blanca are a major attraction - and they're good fun for both humans and dogs. There are four official dog beaches in Benidorm, so you'll always have somewhere to take your pup for a walk. When you choose holiday lettings in Benidorm, you're opening the door to some of Spain's most beautiful landscapes. You've got great coastal areas to explore, as well as inland zones; there's a wonderful national park in walking distance from the town. Plus, Benidorm is part of the Valencian region - in other words, the birthplace of paella - so you're bound to eat well on your holiday here.

Where are the best places to go for a walk around Benidorm?

The Serra Gelada National Park is one of the best places for epic scenery. You can get there on foot from the centre of Benidorm. It takes about four hours to cross the entire Serra Gelada range, so only fit, active dogs should try that. However, there are a number of other trails in the park that you can enjoy, some of which will take you along epic 300-m cliffs. Be warned that this park is also popular with cyclists, so you'll want to make sure your dog is comfortable around them. Some of the most famous dog walks in Benidorm are in the park. The walk to La Cruz, a cross perched high above sea level, is only about 2.6 km long, but it's all uphill. A walk to the picturesque white-washed walls of the Albir lighthouse is around 4.5 km for a round trip, and is pretty gentle.