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.

Where to Eat in Benalmádena

If you’re looking for affordable options, Pil Pil (Av. de la Constitución, 35) and Amigos Torrequebrada (Av. del Sol, 18, Local 6) are great picks.

When to visit Benalmádena

Benalmádena in January
Estimated hotel price
$154
1 night at 3-star hotel
Benalmádena in January
Estimated hotel price
$154
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 5 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Benalmádena from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 35h 20m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Benalmádena, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Benalmádena to Granada takes 1h 24m and costs around $42 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about $33 for a 2h 47m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Benalmádena, including ALSA, Interbus and FlixBus. From Granada, the bus ride to Benalmádena takes 95 miles and will cost you around $24. From Seville, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 165 miles. The most popular bus station is Benalmádena Torrequebrada, located 2 miles from the city centre of Benalmádena. Benalmádena Puerto Marina is also a commonly used station, and is 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Benalmádena, you’ll arrive at Malaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), which is located 5 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Benalmádena from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 35h 20m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Benalmádena, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Benalmádena to Granada takes 1h 24m and costs around $42 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about $33 for a 2h 47m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Benalmádena, including ALSA, Interbus and FlixBus. From Granada, the bus ride to Benalmádena takes 95 miles and will cost you around $24. From Seville, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 165 miles. The most popular bus station is Benalmádena Torrequebrada, located 2 miles from the city centre of Benalmádena. Benalmádena Puerto Marina is also a commonly used station, and is 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Benalmádena

Airlines serving Benalmádena

Lufthansa
Good (4,666 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (941 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,548 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,618 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,303 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (485 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,589 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,956 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,117 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,466 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,870 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (873 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,177 reviews)
LOT
Good (683 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (821 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,667 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in Benalmádena

Average rates range from around $189 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $231 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, Excellent reviews)
$254+
Benalmadena Palace Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$237+
Moon Dreams Calabahia
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$115+
Rincon Sol
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$97+
Sunset Beach Club Hotel Apartments
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$222+
Holiday World Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$230+

Hiring a car in Benalmádena

Expect to pay $2.92 per litre in Benalmádena (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $35.02 and $46.69.

Expect to pay $2.92 per litre in Benalmádena (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $35.02 and $46.69.