Hotel Ambassador Playa II

📍 Central location in Benidorm’s lively resort centre
🏊 Lively pool area with sunbeds and Balinese beds
🏖️ Just 250m from Levante Beach’s golden sands
💆 Access to excellent Benicaldea Spa Centre at Ambassador Playa I
🍸 Adults-only bars including Western Saloon and The Explorer’s Club
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 215 | Floors: 9 | Lifts: 4
Board options: Full Board, Half Board
Child age: up to 12 years

Hotel Ambassador Playa II puts you at the heart of Benidorm’s action on the Costa Blanca. You’re in the resort centre, close to the bars and nightlife around the famous “English Square”, with shops, cafés and cabaret venues all within strolling distance. Levante Beach is just a short walk away for lazy days on the sand, watersports and sunset strolls along the promenade.

Benidorm itself is a classic Mediterranean resort with skyscraper skyline, long golden beaches and a split personality: bold, neon nightlife on one side and a traditional Old Town with cobbled streets and tapas bars on the other. Theme parks and waterparks are within easy reach for fun-filled days out.

Benidorm resort centre: on your doorstep
Levante Beach: approx. 250m
Shops, bars & restaurants: short walk
Alicante Airport (ALC): approx. 59km

Approx. transfer time from airport: 1 hour 30 minutes

Benidorm, Costa Blanca, Spain

You’ll dine in the hotel’s main buffet restaurant, which lays on a good selection of hot and cold dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Expect international favourites, Mediterranean classics and show cooking at dinner so you can see dishes prepared to order. Beachwear isn’t permitted in the restaurant, and a smart-casual dress code may apply in the evenings.

The real story here is the choice of bars. Within the Ambassador complex you’ll find:
• Hotel Restaurant – buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner with show cooking at dinner.
• Pool Bar – perfect for daytime drinks and snacks by the water.
• Tropical Bar – lounge bar open late, with a relaxed holiday vibe.
• The Explorer’s Club – sports bar (adults-only), ideal for watching the big game with a drink in hand. Open approximately 09:00–01:30.
• Western Saloon Bar – legendary Benidorm bar (adults-only), open roughly 11:00–03:00, with live music and shows; open to the public so it can get lively.

Some bars, including Western Saloon, Tropical Bar and The Explorer’s Club, are open to non-residents which adds to the buzzing atmosphere around the hotel. Opening hours, reservations, supplements and what’s included can vary depending on the season and your chosen board basis. Information is based on previous seasons and subject to change locally.

Life at Hotel Ambassador Playa II naturally gravitates to the pool terrace. There are two outdoor freshwater pools including a separate children’s pool and additional sections designed for younger swimmers. Around the water you’ll find a broad sunbathing area with sunbeds, parasols and a scattering of Balinese beds for a touch of extra comfort.

Pool facilities and exact layouts can vary by pool, and some features may be seasonal, but the overall atmosphere is reliably lively with music, poolside drinks and a sociable vibe.

Levante Beach – one of Benidorm’s iconic golden-sand stretches – is about 250m away. Here you can hire sunbeds and parasols (local charge), dip into the gently shelving shallows or try watersports in season along the Costa Blanca coastline.

Guests at Hotel Ambassador Playa II have the bonus of access to the excellent Benicaldea Spa Centre at neighbouring Hotel Ambassador Playa I (charges apply). The spa features a thermal circuit, sauna, steam room, whirlpool and a wide menu of massages and beauty treatments. Minimum age for spa and gym facilities is 8 years, and opening hours are typically 10:00–22:00 for the spa and 10:00–20:00 for the gym, though this can vary by season.

On site, the gym is equipped with cardio machines, free weights, sauna, steam room and whirlpool (local charges apply for some facilities). For low-key fun, there’s a pool table and table tennis available for a supplement.

Daily evening entertainment runs year-round, featuring live music, tribute acts and professional shows – this is one of the reasons the Ambassador complex is so popular with repeat guests. Entertainment details and frequency may change across the season.

Additional amenities include reception services with currency exchange, luggage storage and equipment hire such as motorised scooters, pushchairs and wheelchairs (all at extra charge, and note that mobility scooters are not permitted inside the hotel building, although charging facilities are available).

Double or Twin Room for Sole Use
Ideal for solo travellers who want their own space without missing out on the hotel’s facilities. These rooms sleep 1 guest and feature:
Flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, hairdryer, balcony, kettle, fridge, shower bathroom, air conditioning (seasonal, typically 01 May–31 Oct), daily cleaning and towel change. A safety deposit box is available for an extra charge.

Double or Twin Room
Comfortable modern rooms sleeping 2 guests, perfect for couples or friends. Facilities include:
Flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, hairdryer, balcony, coffee making facilities, kettle, fridge, shower bathroom, air conditioning (seasonal), daily cleaning and towel change. Safety deposit box is available for a local charge.

Family Room with Pool View
Designed for groups or families, these rooms sleep up to 4 guests and look out over the pool area. Inside you’ll find:
Flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, hairdryer, balcony, coffee making facilities, kettle, fridge, bathroom with bath and shower attachment, seasonal air conditioning, daily cleaning and towel change. Safety deposit box is available at an extra charge.

Double or Twin Room with Side Pool View for Sole Use
These rooms mirror the standard Sole Use layout but add a side pool view from the balcony. They sleep 1 guest and include:
Flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, hairdryer, balcony, kettle, fridge, shower bathroom, seasonal air conditioning, daily cleaning and towel change, plus optional paid safety deposit box.

Double or Twin Room with Side Pool View
Sleeping 2 guests, these rooms offer a side view of the pool area from the balcony, along with:
Flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, hairdryer, balcony, coffee making facilities, kettle, fridge, shower bathroom, air conditioning (01 May–31 Oct), daily cleaning and towel change, and a safety deposit box available for a supplement.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

🏊 Relax by two outdoor pools with lively daytime atmosphere
🎵 Daily evening entertainment with live music and professional shows (year-round, programme may vary)
🎱 Pool table and table tennis (extra charge)
💆 Benicaldea Spa Centre access next door for thermal circuits and treatments (local charge)
💪 Gym sessions with cardio and free weights (charges may apply, minimum age 8 years)

🛎️ 24-hour reception
💷 Currency exchange service*
🧳 Luggage storage
♿ Equipment hire including motorised scooters*, wheelchairs* and pushchairs* (scooters not permitted inside the hotel; charging area provided)
🧴 Spa & beauty treatments at Benicaldea Spa*
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel

*Local charges apply.

Benidorm is one of Spain’s most popular seaside resorts, known for its long sandy beaches, great value and big nights out. You’ll find everything from old-school tapas bars in the Old Town to neon-lit cabaret clubs and theme parks for family days out.

Language: Spanish
Currency: Euro (€)
Time difference: GMT +1 hour
Average flight time from UK: approx. 2.5 hours
Average transfer time from Alicante (ALC) to Benidorm: around 1 hour 30 minutes

Group bookings of four rooms or more at Hotel Ambassador Playa II are strictly on request and may be rejected if not pre-approved. Hotel policies, facilities and opening times can change seasonally.

For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Spain advice.

Hotel Ambassador Playa II Prices & Book
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Hotel Ambassador Playa II from the beach?
Hotel Ambassador Playa II is approximately 250 metres from Benidorm’s Levante Beach. It’s an easy walk down to the promenade, where you’ll find sunbeds and parasols for hire, cafés and plenty of watersports in season.

2. What board options are available at Hotel Ambassador Playa II?
The hotel offers Half Board and Full Board. Half Board usually includes buffet breakfast and dinner, while Full Board adds buffet lunch in the main restaurant. Drinks at mealtimes may be extra depending on your package, and what’s included can vary by supplier, so always check your holiday documents.

3. Does Hotel Ambassador Playa II have a spa?
Yes. While there isn’t a full spa inside Hotel Ambassador Playa II itself, guests have access to the Benicaldea Spa Centre at neighbouring Hotel Ambassador Playa I (local charge). Facilities typically include a thermal circuit, sauna, steam room, whirlpool and a selection of massage and beauty treatments. Minimum age is 8 years for spa and gym areas.

4. Is Hotel Ambassador Playa II suitable for families?
The hotel welcomes families and offers a children’s pool plus family rooms sleeping up to four. However, the atmosphere is lively, with busy pool areas, evening entertainment and several adults-only bars that are open late. Families who enjoy a sociable, high-energy resort will be most at home here.

5. Are there adults-only areas or bars at Hotel Ambassador Playa II?
Yes. The Western Saloon Bar and The Explorer’s Club sports bar are adults-only venues, known for their live music, shows and late-night atmosphere. These, along with the Tropical Bar, are open to both hotel guests and the public, contributing to the lively scene around the property.

6. Is Wi-Fi available at Hotel Ambassador Playa II?
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel, including in guest rooms and public areas, so you can easily keep in touch or stream on your own devices.

7. How long is the transfer from Alicante Airport to Hotel Ambassador Playa II?
The coach transfer from Alicante Airport (ALC) to Benidorm, and specifically Hotel Ambassador Playa II, is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes, depending on traffic and the number of stops en route. Private transfers may be quicker.

8. Are mobility scooters allowed at the hotel?
Mobility scooters are not permitted inside Hotel Ambassador Playa II. However, there is a charging area and the reception can arrange hire of motorised scooters, wheelchairs and pushchairs for an additional charge. If mobility is a concern, speak to us before booking so we can check the latest details with the hotel.

9. What is the atmosphere like at Hotel Ambassador Playa II?
The hotel is known for its friendly staff and lively vibe, especially around the pools and in the evenings when the entertainment and bars get going. With multiple public bars and year-round shows, it’s ideal for guests who want a sociable Benidorm base rather than a quiet, laid-back hideaway.