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

Fuengirola travel guide

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With a population of 71,482, Fuengirola 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 Fuengirola has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Fuengirola

If you’re looking for affordable options, Hierro Casa de Fuegos Fuengirola (C. Larga, 8) and Madre Mía (C. Torrealta, 1) are great picks.

When to visit Fuengirola

Fuengirola in February
Estimated hotel price
$85
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fuengirola in February
Estimated hotel price
$85
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Fuengirola 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 Fuengirola, with an average rainfall of 0.1″.

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How to Get to Fuengirola

Plane

When flying to Fuengirola, you’ll arrive at Malaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), which is located 12 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Fuengirola from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 9h 45m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Fuengirola, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Fuengirola to Córdoba takes 0h 59m and costs around $12 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about $22 for a 2h 44m trip. The train station in Fuengirola is called Fuengirola, and is located 0.1 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Fuengirola is to pick up a car rental from Málaga, which is about 17 miles from Fuengirola. You’ll find branches of Delpaso and Record Go, among others, in Málaga.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Fuengirola, including Interbus, ALSA and Transportes Generales Comes. From Granada, the bus ride to Fuengirola takes 105 miles and will cost you around $27. From Jerez de la Frontera, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 145 miles.

Plane

When flying to Fuengirola, you’ll arrive at Malaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), which is located 12 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Fuengirola from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 9h 45m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Fuengirola, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Fuengirola to Córdoba takes 0h 59m and costs around $12 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about $22 for a 2h 44m trip. The train station in Fuengirola is called Fuengirola, and is located 0.1 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Fuengirola is to pick up a car rental from Málaga, which is about 17 miles from Fuengirola. You’ll find branches of Delpaso and Record Go, among others, in Málaga.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Fuengirola, including Interbus, ALSA and Transportes Generales Comes. From Granada, the bus ride to Fuengirola takes 105 miles and will cost you around $27. From Jerez de la Frontera, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 145 miles.

Airports near Fuengirola

AGPMalaga
GRXGranada Federico Garcia Lorca
SVQSevilla

Airlines serving Fuengirola

KLM
Good (1,492 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,900 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,865 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,302 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,392 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,174 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,555 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,748 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,907 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,185 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,381 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (399 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,193 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,262 reviews)
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Where to stay in Fuengirola

From 5-star hotels such as the Higueron Hotel Malaga, Curio Collection by Hilton to great affordable options like the Ona Las Rampas, Fuengirola offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $106 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $194 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Fuengirola, with prices from $43 to $515 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Fuengirola are about 6% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Fuengirola by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Fuengirola

Most booked hotels in Fuengirola

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Hotel Ipv Palace & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 5201 reviews)
$102+
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Hotel Apartamentos Bajondillo
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 9777 reviews)
$106+
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Leonardo Hotel Fuengirola Costa del Sol
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 4407 reviews)
$113+
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Occidental Fuengirola by Barceló
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 4255 reviews)
$141+
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Ilunion Miramar
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 4776 reviews)
$79+
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tent Torremolinos
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 5389 reviews)
$82+
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Renting a car in Fuengirola

Renting a car in Fuengirola costs $23 per day, on average, or $139 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 16% cheaper than airport locations in Fuengirola.

Expect to pay $6.78 per gallon in Fuengirola (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $81.31 and $108.41. Compact (Ford Puma or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fuengirola, while also 79% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Fuengirola costs $23 per day, on average, or $139 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 16% cheaper than airport locations in Fuengirola.

Expect to pay $6.78 per gallon in Fuengirola (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $81.31 and $108.41. Compact (Ford Puma or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fuengirola, while also 79% cheaper than other types, on average.

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