What hotel was used in the series Benidorm?
For many who have watched the TV comedy programme, Benidorm over the years, staying at the twin Hotel Sol Pelicanos and Ocas, will be rich in novelty value. The resort, which is just minutes from the beach, is effectively two hotels in one, with double the benefits – restaurants, snack and pool bars all come in pairs.
Is the Solana hotel in Benidorm real?
Is the Solana Hotel featured on Benidorm real? The Solana is the hotel featured in the show where the characters stay. However, although the hotel featured is a REAL hotel, it is not called the Solana – and there are two of them. The hotel is actually called Sol Pelícanos Ocas and it is a twin hotel where you CAN stay.
How far is Sol pelicanos from the beach?
The Sol Pelícanos-Ocas resort is located in Benidorm, in Rincón de Loix, and only 300 m from the beautiful Levante Beach.
How many rooms does Sol pelicanos have?
794 guest rooms
Built in 1970 and extensively refurbished during the winter of 2002, the modern Hotel Sol Pelicanos Ocas has a total of 794 guest rooms, including 709 standard twin rooms and a further 85 singles, which are built over 14 floors and set amidst spacious Mediterranean style gardens and sun terraces, around a large central …
Where is Benidorm pool filmed?
the Sol Pelicanos Ocas Hotel
The pool scenes are filmed at the Sol Pelicanos Ocas Hotel in Benidorm, and the room scenes are filmed in the Acuariam II Apartments (which overlook the pool). The reception area and the salon is filmed in a studio set in a building opposite Benidorm Palace, known as “The Pink House”.
Is Neptune a real bar in Benidorm?
Neptune’s Bar IS a real place, but it is called something different. You too can enjoy a drink in Morgan Tavern – which is transformed into Neptune’s during filming.
What is Neptune’s bar called in Benidorm?
Morgan’s Tavern
Morgan’s Tavern is where they film ITV series Benidorm which is famously know as Neptune’s. Lovely bar with great entertainment!
What is the difference between Sol pelicanos and OCAS?
5 answers. Hi, the difference is just the type of rooms: Family and Sol rooms are in Ocas building, Sol Pool View, Superior and Family with Balcony are in Pelicanos; there is a fridge for free in every room, and just Singles and very few Superior have double bed.
Does Sol pelicanos have a heated pool?
3 answers. Hi Vic, all our pools are fresh waters, no heated.
Where is the pink house in Benidorm?
What is affectionally known as “The Pink House”, located opposite Benidorm Palace and used as the reception area of the fictional Solana Hotel will once again be a hive of activity. Originally this property was built by a Spanish businessman and used as a design studio for a leather goods company.
Can you visit the Benidorm set?
You won’t find the blow and go set in Benidorm as these were filmed at a studio outside of Benidorm. You can, however, visit the pool bar made famous by Mateo and see the pool areas that are far more bustling than you see on TV.
Can you drink Benidorm water?
The water is drinkable,and complied with EU law,however foes have a high mineral content,which can upset some peoples stomachs’,untill they are use to it,I would use tap water boiled for hot drinks,but for cold water drinks,buy bottled water you can get 6 big bottles for 2/3 euros in shops so not expensive at all.
Does Jake Canuso own a bar in Benidorm?
An orderly queue was already eagerly awaiting the arrival of actor Jake Canuso, aka Mateo at 10.30am outside Morgans Tavern, even though the signing wasn´t due to start for another half an hour. Morgans Tavern is the fictitious Neptunes Bar from the series.
Who owns Mateos bar in Benidorm?
Derren Litten
New bar (Mateo’s)! New bar (Mateo’s)! For those of you not on Twitter, Derren Litten, the creator/writer of Benidorm, has decided to open a bar in the new town (once the covid-19 regulations have ended) which will be themed around the TV show.
Is Benidorm filmed in winter?
3 answers. Hi David, when they film in our facilities, normally it is between March and June.
Where do they film Benidorm reception?
The pool scenes are filmed at the Sol Pelicanos Ocas Hotel in Benidorm, and the room scenes are filmed in the Acuariam II Apartments (which overlook the pool). The reception area and the salon is filmed in a studio set in a building opposite Benidorm Palace, known as “The Pink House”.
Where are the best hotels in Benidorm?
The Sol Pelicanos and Sol Ocas are located in the heart of Benidorm and are no doubt the most renowned hotels in the resort, thanks mainly to it being the featured hotel on ITV’s hit sitcom “Benidorm”.
Is the Pelicanos hotel near Benidorm worth the walk?
For someone with walking difficulties it’s a fair distance between the two buildings. Loved our room. It was lovely apart from the noise from the kitchen extractor fans. Would book here again if we visit Benidorm but would request the main Pelicanos building (which we were told is more expensive for some reason)
Where to stay in Benidorm – Terra Mitica resort?
Located just off Casino Mediterraneo Benidorm, this 3-star Sol Pelicanos Ocas Hotel is a 15-minutes’ drive from Terra Mitica Theme Park. Set close to Playa de Levante Beach, this venue boasts fashionable rooms along with a library, live music shows and a lagoon-style swimming pool available onsite.
What’s it like to stay at the Pelicanos?
The hotel was beautiful, lovely and clean. We stayed on a B&B basis and my word you could not fault the breakfast choice one bit. Even a chef to cook you omelettes to order in front of you. Lovely. Our only disappointment was with regard to the mobility scooter my husband needed to hire. This has to be parked and charged at the Pelicanos building.