Living In A Caravan In Benidorm

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Living in a caravan in Benidorm is a dream that many have and one of the most common questions we’re asked is ‘can I live in a Caravan in Benidorm as a full time Resident’?. The short answer is yes, but there are a number of factors to consider. So, we’ll go through a few scenarios for you to consider and list the pro’s and cons of living or retiring on one of our 10 Campsites in Benidorm.

Can you live in a caravan on a Campsite in Benidorm?

We’ll jump right in and answer the question on that most people looking to retire or live in Spain ask – Yes, you can live in a caravan on a campsite in Benidorm. But, there are some things to consider:

Benidorm is made up of mainly touring caravan parks (campsites), which have a multitude of living options such as touring caravan with awning, fifth wheel, touring caravan with fixed awning, static caravan. lodges and chalets. Technically, tourist campsites in Benidorm shouldn’t be used as a main place of residence as their licence doesn’t allow. But, there’s always been a large degree of flexibility when it comes to this rule.

Most campsites in Benidorm will allow a person to stay on their campsite all year. But, you’ll need a main place of residence away from the campsite. Some campsites enforce this, some don’t, so you’ll need to check the full details with each campsite.

The benefit of living on a campsite is the vibrant atmosphere and you’ll discover both seasonal tourists and other residential style owners who live on site all year. Furthermore, Benidorms campsites are generally in the best locations – close to the main resorts and attractions. Moreover, facilites on campsites are in abundance and you’ll find that each one has a minimum of 1 swimming pool, a bar & restaurant & daily activities.

The Costs Of Living On A Campsite In Benidorm

Campsite Site Fees in Benidorm vary from site to site. The average price for an annual or long term plot would be around 5,000€, but there are several factors which can affect how the Campsite calculates the long term price. An allowance of electricity is included in the long term price for some of the Campsites, so the long term rate can appear higher. The sizes of plots vary, so this will also have an effect on the annual price.

Campsites in Benidorm offer a long term rate with a discount in place for stays beyond 90 days. Most Campsites work on a 6 month or 12 month payment to receive this long term rate but Camping Raco and Camping La Torreta now work on the basis of a long term discounted daily rate.

In addition to the site fee costs, you will also have the expenses of electricity and gas usage (electric is charge on a meter and gas is by the bottle) and caravan insurance (approx £170 per year). But, what does this mean in real world terms? As an example: a gas bottle will last over a month if you only use it for cooking. Factor in the use of a central heating system (used for 2 hours per day) and this will drop to less than 10 days. On the other hand, electricity should cost on average €50 per month for general use. But, factor in the use of an air con unit or electric heater and you’ll see this amount double!

Campsites in Benidorm include water, TV connection, taxes, communal services and facilities as part of the annual site fees.

Living In A Caravan V’s Living In A Benidorm Apartment

Living in a caravan on a campsite in Benidorm is more affordable than living in an apartment or bricks and mortar property. Many ex-pats from all over Europe have determined that living or retiring on a campsite as the most affordable way of moving to the area. Moreover, it’s straightforward to buy a caravan or mobile home. And you don’t need to get embroiled in the legalities & costs associated with buying Spanish property. Paying for Gas, electric & Site Fees is done directly at Campsite reception. Meaning, you don’t have to understand how the payment systems work in Spain.

You could look at living in a caravan on a campsite in Benidorm as an ‘all-inclusive’ option. Where you’re paying 1 yearly price to cover the bills that would be dealt with individually if you owned an apartment or property. When you own a property in Spain you’ll need to factor in yearly taxes (SUMA) for property ownership, charges for bin collection (similar to council tax), TV subscription, Water, Electric, Gas and a host of other expenses which come with the responsibilities of home ownership in Spain.

Monthly costs come down to lifestyle, but costs such as site fees are fixed costs. And you can break this amount down in advance. Whereas gas, water and electric is by usage. As a guide, the current cost of a gas bottle is €18 and electric is on average at 0.41 per KW.

General Living Costs

Lifestyle costs are determined by how lavish you want to live! But, when you consider that the cost of eating out, shopping and general social activities costing around 30% less than the UK, you could live comfortably with less than a €1000 per month.