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

Marbella travel guide

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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.

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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

Marbella in January
Estimated hotel price
$171
1 night at 3-star hotel
Marbella in January
Estimated hotel price
$171
1 night at 3-star hotel

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″.

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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 24 miles from Marbella. The shortest flight to Marbella from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h 30m.

Train

Renfe is the most popular train carrier serving Marbella, followed by iryo.

Car

Another option to get to Marbella is to pick up a car rental from Málaga, which is about 30 miles from Marbella. You’ll find branches of Delpaso and Wiber, among others, in Málaga.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marbella, including ALSA, Interbus and FlixBus. From Granada, the bus ride to Marbella takes 135 miles and will cost you around $31. From Almería, the ticket costs about $46 for a journey of 150 miles. The most popular bus station is Marbella Residencia Tiempo Libre, located 5 miles from downtown Marbella. Marbella Puerto Banús is also a commonly used station, and is 4 miles from the city center.

Plane

Although Marbella doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Malaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), which is located 24 miles from Marbella. The shortest flight to Marbella from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h 30m.

Train

Renfe is the most popular train carrier serving Marbella, followed by iryo.

Car

Another option to get to Marbella is to pick up a car rental from Málaga, which is about 30 miles from Marbella. You’ll find branches of Delpaso and Wiber, among others, in Málaga.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marbella, including ALSA, Interbus and FlixBus. From Granada, the bus ride to Marbella takes 135 miles and will cost you around $31. From Almería, the ticket costs about $46 for a journey of 150 miles. The most popular bus station is Marbella Residencia Tiempo Libre, located 5 miles from downtown Marbella. Marbella Puerto Banús is also a commonly used station, and is 4 miles from the city center.

Airports near Marbella

AGPMalaga
GRXGranada Federico Garcia Lorca
SVQSevilla

Airlines serving Marbella

Lufthansa
Good (7,045 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,845 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,252 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,852 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Marbella

From 5-star hotels such as the El Fuerte Marbella to great affordable options like the Hotel El Faro Marbella, Marbella offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $185 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $375 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Marbella, with prices from $50 to $1,022 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Marbella are about 34% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Marbella by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Marbella

Most booked hotels in Marbella

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Los Amigos Beach Club
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 3953 reviews)
$86+
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Macdonald Leila Playa Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 877 reviews)
$108+
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Ona Princesa Playa
0 stars
Excellent (8.3, 4175 reviews)
$128+
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Hard Rock Hotel Marbella
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 3338 reviews)
$208+
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NH Collection Marbella
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2650 reviews)
$168+
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Barceló Marbella
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2643 reviews)
$114+
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Renting a car in Marbella

Renting a car in Marbella costs $35 per day, on average, or $141 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, 18% more expensive than at Malaga.

Expect to pay $6.17 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 $74.04 and $98.72. Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Marbella, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Marbella costs $35 per day, on average, or $141 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, 18% more expensive than at Malaga.

Expect to pay $6.17 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 $74.04 and $98.72. Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Marbella, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.

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