Costa Blanca’s ‘hidden gem’ campsite crowned the best in Spain

A small campsite in the Marina Alta has attracted major attention after being named the best camping destination in Spain and ranking second across Europe in the 2026 Campercontact Awards.

Camping Benigembla, located in the inland Marina Alta, achieved the highest rating in Spain among campsites featured on Campercontact, a platform used by motorhome and campervan travellers.

The result is particularly notable for a destination away from the region’s better-known coastal resorts, putting the small municipality of Benigembla firmly on the map for visitors looking for a different kind of Spanish getaway.

Recognition based on travellers’ reviews

The Campercontact distinction is based on ratings and reviews submitted by people who have actually stayed at or visited the campsites.

According to information released by Benigembla Town Hall, the campsite received the highest score in Spain in the 2026 awards.

The recognition highlights the importance of guest experience, with the campsite’s management and personal approach to welcoming visitors also singled out locally.

Rather than relying solely on its location, the award reflects the opinions of the travellers who have used its facilities, making the result particularly significant for the growing motorhome and caravan tourism market.

A different side of the Costa Blanca

Benigembla sits in the Vall de Pop, an inland area of the Marina Alta known for its mountainous landscapes and traditional villages.

For visitors accustomed to the Costa Blanca’s busy beaches and large holiday resorts, the area offers a much quieter alternative.

The campsite also provides a base from which travellers can explore the surrounding valley, countryside and villages, while enjoying the slower pace associated with inland tourism.

The recognition comes at a time when camping is increasingly moving beyond the traditional image of basic pitches and tents. Modern travellers are increasingly looking for outdoor holidays that combine nature, comfort and the freedom to travel by motorhome or campervan.

Putting Benigembla on the map

The award could also give the municipality a valuable boost at a time when inland destinations are looking to attract more visitors.

Benigembla Town Hall has highlighted the campsite’s role in introducing travellers from across Europe to the municipality and the wider Vall de Pop.

For a small inland community, that exposure can encourage visitors to explore beyond the campsite itself, supporting local businesses and tourism while showcasing a less familiar side of Alicante province.

With Camping Benigembla now recognised as Spain’s highest-rated campsite in the 2026 Campercontact Awards and second in Europe, an increasingly popular corner of the Marina Alta has gained an impressive new reason for holidaymakers to discover it.