Shamrock Irish Pub in Benidorm: An Honest Review (2026)
A proper Irish pub in Benidorm's British quarter with a 4.4 Google rating. Here's what it does well and who it's really for.
An Irish pub in the middle of Benidorm's British quarter
Benidorm isn't where you go for a quiet glass of local wine. It's where you go for a big, easy night out. The Shamrock Irish Pub knows exactly what it is, and that's most of its charm.
You'll find it at C. Gerona, 22, in the British quarter. It's a proper Irish pub, not a plastic themed one. Dark wood, emerald accents, and a room that feels genuinely Irish the moment you walk in.
What the numbers say
The Shamrock holds a 4.4 rating on Google from 951 reviews. Nearly a thousand people weighing in and it still sits at 4.4. That usually means a place is doing the basics right, night after night.
What it does well
- The Guinness. It pulls a proper pint, which matters more than anything else in an Irish pub.
- The food. Hearty pub grub, the kind you want after a day on the beach.
- The room. Dark wood and emerald accents. It feels like an actual pub, not a set built to look like one.
- The craic. This is a sociable place. You come here to talk, drink and stay longer than you planned.
What to keep in mind
This is a pub night, not a Spanish night. You're in Benidorm's British quarter, so expect Guinness and pub grub rather than vermut and tapas. That's not a criticism. It's just what you're signing up for.
If you're after the other kind of evening, our guide to the best wine bars and cocktail spots in Alicante has you covered.
How it compares
The obvious comparison in our directory is a strange one, and honestly that's why we like it. Tiro con Arco Santa Bárbara in Alicante, at Av. Jaume I, 30, combines target archery with a social drinking atmosphere, and locals love it. It holds a perfect 5.0 on Google, though from just 14 reviews, so weigh that accordingly.
They're different nights out. The Shamrock is pints, food and conversation. Santa Bárbara is an activity with drinks attached. It depends whether your group wants to settle in or do something.
So, is it worth it?
If you're in Benidorm and want a reliable pint in a room with some soul, yes. The Shamrock does the Irish pub thing properly, and 951 reviewers landing on 4.4 back that up.
If your evening is built around food instead, have a look at our honest review of La Taberna del Gourmet in Alicante before you decide where to book.