Marbella travel guide
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You're Going to Love Marbella
With a population of 134,623, Marbella 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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Marbella has to offer.
Where to Eat in Marbella
If you’re looking for affordable options, El Gaucho Puerto Banus (Muelle Benabola 9) and Teatro Marbella (Camino del Ángel) are great picks.
When to visit Marbella
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Marbella in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 42.8 °F, with an average temperature of 51.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 4.5″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Marbella, with an average rainfall of 0.1″.
How to Get to Marbella
Plane
Although Marbella doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Malaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), which is located 39 km from Marbella. The shortest flight to Marbella from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 10h 40m.
Train
iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Marbella, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Marbella to Madrid takes 2h 42m and costs around $28 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seville, expect to pay about $29 for a 2h 54m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Marbella is to pick up a car rental from Málaga, which is about 47 km from Marbella. You’ll find branches of Delpaso and NIZACARS , among others, in Málaga.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marbella, including ALSA, iryo and Interbus. From Granada, the bus ride to Marbella takes 153 km and will cost you around $47. From Seville, the ticket costs about $42 for a journey of 241 km. The most popular bus station is Marbella Residencia Tiempo Libre, located 8 km from downtown Marbella. Marbella Puerto Banús is also a commonly used station, and is 7 km from the city center.
Airlines serving Marbella
Where to stay in Marbella
From 5-star hotels such as the Boho Club to great affordable options like the Hotel El Faro Marbella, Marbella offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $166 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $379 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Marbella
Most booked hotels in Marbella
Renting a car in Marbella
Renting a car in Marbella costs $35 per day, on average, or $140 if you want to rent if for 4 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Malaga.
Expect to pay $6.74 per gallon in Marbella (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $80.86 and $107.81. The most frequently booked car type in Marbella is Standard (Class Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Fiat 500L or similar) are, on average, 86% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.