Benalmádena travel guide

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You're Going to Love Benalmádena

With a population of 58 854, Benalmádena is a must-see destination in Andalusia, Spain. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Benalmádena has to offer.

When to visit Benalmádena

Benalmádena in January
Estimated hotel price
$85
1 night at 3-star hotel
Benalmádena in January
Estimated hotel price
$85
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Benalmádena

Plane

When flying to Benalmádena, you’ll arrive at Malaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), which is located 8 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Benalmádena from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h 40m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Benalmádena, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Benalmádena to Seville takes 2h 09m and costs around $35 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about $25 for a 2h 42m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Benalmádena is to pick up a car rental from Málaga, which is about 16 km from Benalmádena. You’ll find branches of Delpaso and NIZACARS , among others, in Málaga.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Benalmádena, including ALSA, iryo and Interbus. From Granada, the bus ride to Benalmádena takes 145 km and will cost you around $29. From Seville, the ticket costs about $42 for a journey of 241 km. The most popular bus station is Benalmádena Torrequebrada, located 4 km from downtown Benalmádena. Benalmádena Puerto Marina is also a commonly used station, and is 0.3 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Benalmádena, you’ll arrive at Malaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), which is located 8 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Benalmádena from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h 40m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Benalmádena, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Benalmádena to Seville takes 2h 09m and costs around $35 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about $25 for a 2h 42m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Benalmádena is to pick up a car rental from Málaga, which is about 16 km from Benalmádena. You’ll find branches of Delpaso and NIZACARS , among others, in Málaga.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Benalmádena, including ALSA, iryo and Interbus. From Granada, the bus ride to Benalmádena takes 145 km and will cost you around $29. From Seville, the ticket costs about $42 for a journey of 241 km. The most popular bus station is Benalmádena Torrequebrada, located 4 km from downtown Benalmádena. Benalmádena Puerto Marina is also a commonly used station, and is 0.3 km from the city center.

Airports near Benalmádena

Airlines serving Benalmádena

Lufthansa
Good (4,620 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (928 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,460 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,601 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,292 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,549 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,936 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,741 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (833 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,161 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,520 reviews)
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Where to stay in Benalmádena

Average rates range from around $108 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $135 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Benalmádena

Most booked hotels in Benalmádena

Estival Torrequebrada
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3260 reviews)
$126+
Hotel Apartamentos Bajondillo
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 16671 reviews)
$108+
Benalma Hotel Costa del Sol
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 3735 reviews)
$130+
Benalmádena Palace - Hotel Spa & Apartments
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2633 reviews)
$117+
Rincon Sol
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2758 reviews)
$55+
Sunset Beach Club Hotel Apartments
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 4965 reviews)
$103+

Renting a car in Benalmádena

Renting a car in Benalmádena costs $21 per day, on average, or $125 if you want to rent if for 6 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 40% cheaper than airport locations in Benalmádena.

Expect to pay $6.81 per gallon in Benalmádena (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $81.76 and $109.02. Mini (Fiat 500C or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Benalmádena, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Benalmádena costs $21 per day, on average, or $125 if you want to rent if for 6 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 40% cheaper than airport locations in Benalmádena.

Expect to pay $6.81 per gallon in Benalmádena (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $81.76 and $109.02. Mini (Fiat 500C or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Benalmádena, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.