An expat in Benidorm for over 20 years says there's a side that most Brits don't see, with stunning views.

Lucy Young knows Benidorm has a raucous reputation, but says there's more to it.

Lucy starts her vlog walking down Poniente beachfront, the lesser-known part for Brits and Irish.

Many tourists go to Benidorm for cheap pints and sunbathing on Levante Beach.

Poniente Beach is also available, within walking distance.

View of Benidorm skyscrapers in Poniente Beach.

According to Lucy, Poniente tends to be missed by Brits and Irish, with more Europeans visiting.

Lucy says the view of Poniente Beach is amazing, and it's a better beach than Levante.

This side of Benidorm is like a different resort, offering a calmer holiday.

Lucy says Poniente's promenade was redeveloped in the late 2000s and has improved since.

New bars and restaurants are opening, with skyscrapers and apartments being built, but sea views cost at least £500,000.

Skyscrapers line up on the seafront of Benidorm.

Despite the area becoming more built up, there are no neon lights, and karaoke bars are found by the strip.

Benidorm has a reputation, but it's only amongst Brits and Irish who haven't been there.

If you drop someone on this side of Benidorm, they wouldn't believe they're in Benidorm due to its different vibe.

Poniente side has a completely different vibe.

Another expat, Michelle Baker, encourages people to visit Poniente Beach.

Spring day on Poniente beach.

Michelle says Poniente Beach is beautiful, and many visitors are grown-ups who prefer the nicer areas.

There are two beaches in Benidorm: Levante and Poniente, with Poniente being calmer and nicer.

Lucy says Poniente is underrated by Brits, but it's nice that it remains under the radar.

Lucy concludes that visiting Poniente feels like a complete change of scenery.

If you haven't visited Poniente, you must add it to your places to visit in Benidorm.