A small uninhabited island off Benidorm’s coast known as Peacock Island has proven the latest subject of discussion among hen and stag do planner Frank the Stag Man and his partner, Jade
Alan Johnson Social News Reporter
14:35, 14 Feb 2026
Benidorm Brits, Frank and Jade have shared their thoughts on ‘Peacock Island’ (stock)(Image: LUNAMARINA via Getty Images)
If you’ve ever visited the beach in Benidorm, you’ve likely noticed a small uninhabited island just off the coast in the Mediterranean Sea. Known as Benidorm Island, it’s still often referred to by its original name, Peacock Island.
Frank the Stag Man, a social media personality who offers customised hen and stag do packages in the Spanish resort, recently took to TikTok with his partner, Jade Benidorm, to share some insights about this peculiar spot. “I call it ‘Bird Poop Island’ because there are no peacocks on it, it’s just covered in bird poo,” Jade revealed.
Located approximately 3km from the Costa Blanca coast, she warned that anyone thinking they can easily swim to it is in for a surprise. She explained: “It looks about 50m away and I know people have tried [to swim there], but they ended up being rescued by the lifeboats.”
Frank queried: “Is there any other interesting facts you’d like to tell us about this amazing but quite useless Peacock Island?”
Jade mentioned a tourist boat with a “submarine bottom” ferries visitors to the island for half-day trips.
“There’s a cafe on it that’s probably going to be over-charging for a coffee in the middle of nowhere,” she quipped. However, Jade did note one redeeming feature of the island – dolphins can occasionally be spotted swimming around it.
Responding to their post, one former visitor to Peacock Island enthused: “I loved it, got a boat out then you go in a glass bottom boat that takes you round.
“You see loads different fish, come off, chill with a few cold beers and if brave you can try and walk round, but seagulls will have you so don’t bother. And some great views.”
Benidorm’s tourism website describes the island as: “Myths and realities, legends and history, past and present… Benidorm Island has a unique charm that captivates both locals and tourists.
“As a true icon of the city, its silhouette appears in numerous logos and emblems, making it one of Benidorm’s most recognisable landmarks.”
It further states: “A haven for divers and fishermen, Benidorm Island is an underwater observatory teeming with marine flora and fauna, attracting hundreds of visitors each year.”
Meanwhile, Frank and Jade also highlighted Benidorm’s “new mini-strip”, which Frank described as a pathway “running from [his] Stagman Steak House all the way down to Tiki Beach” featuring the renowned Miller’s Sports Bar, a tattoo parlour and the Stagman Sports Bar and Grill along the way.
“That is pretty much an entire day and night of partying,” Jade exclaimed.
Frank replied: “It most definitely is. You’ve got your pool tables, your sports, food and snacks, your tattoos and you’ve got beer, cocktails and drinks. Everything you need – it’s all there.”