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Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Benalmádena has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Benalmádena

If you’re looking for affordable options, La Pala d'Oro (Pje. Alcalde Valderrama, 6) and AMICI (Av. del Sol, 18, Local 4) are great picks.

When to visit Benalmádena

Benalmádena in December
Estimated hotel price
$38
1 night at 3-star hotel
Benalmádena in December
Estimated hotel price
$38
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 Boston and takes around 10h 45m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Benalmádena, followed by SNCF.

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 Record Go, among others, in Málaga.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Benalmádena using Interbus or ALSA. From Granada, the bus ride to Benalmádena takes 169 km and will cost you around $33. From Seville, the ticket costs about $16 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 Boston and takes around 10h 45m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Benalmádena, followed by SNCF.

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 Record Go, among others, in Málaga.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Benalmádena using Interbus or ALSA. From Granada, the bus ride to Benalmádena takes 169 km and will cost you around $33. From Seville, the ticket costs about $16 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

AGPMalaga
GRXGranada Federico Garcia Lorca
SVQSevilla

Airlines serving Benalmádena

KLM
Good (1,502 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,930 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,893 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,422 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,308 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,923 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,182 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,574 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,603 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (903 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,751 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,561 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,939 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,390 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (403 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,210 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,280 reviews)
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Where to stay in Benalmádena

Average rates range from around $98 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $160 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Benalmádena

Most booked hotels in Benalmádena

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Spirit Hotel Benalmadena Beach
4 stars
Excellent (9, 4475 reviews)
$154+
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Mac Puerto Marina Benalmádena
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2635 reviews)
$152+
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Hotel Benalma Costa del Sol
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2875 reviews)
$143+
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Hotel Plaza Del Castillo
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 6902 reviews)
$102+
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Ilunion Miramar
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 4792 reviews)
$81+
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Hotel Zen Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 6178 reviews)
$67+
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Renting a car in Benalmádena

Renting a car in Benalmádena costs $23 per day, on average, or $159 if you want to rent if for 7 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 25% cheaper than airport locations in Benalmádena.

Expect to pay $6.89 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 $82.67 and $110.23. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Benalmádena, while also 33% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Benalmádena costs $23 per day, on average, or $159 if you want to rent if for 7 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 25% cheaper than airport locations in Benalmádena.

Expect to pay $6.89 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 $82.67 and $110.23. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Benalmádena, while also 33% cheaper than other types, on average.

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