Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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. Benalmádena deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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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 November
Estimated hotel price
$242
1 night at 3-star hotel
Benalmádena in November
Estimated hotel price
$242
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 centre. The shortest flight to Benalmádena from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 42h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Benalmádena is to pick up a car hire from Málaga, which is about 16 km from Benalmádena. You’ll find branches of Record go and Wheego, among others, in Málaga.

Plane

When flying to Benalmádena, you’ll arrive at Malaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), which is located 8 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Benalmádena from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 42h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Benalmádena is to pick up a car hire from Málaga, which is about 16 km from Benalmádena. You’ll find branches of Record go and Wheego, among others, in Málaga.

Airports near Benalmádena

AGPMalaga
GRXGranada Federico Garcia Lorca
SVQSevilla

Airlines serving Benalmádena

Lufthansa
Good (8,174 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,552 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,139 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,463 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,021 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,494 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,266 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,633 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (950 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,062 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,637 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,912 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,418 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,499 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,435 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,353 reviews)
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Where to stay in Benalmádena

Average rates range from around $211 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $440 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, Excellent reviews)
$303+
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Estival Torrequebrada
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$300+
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THB San Fermín
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$198+
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Hotel Plaza Del Castillo
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$182+
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Hotel Zen Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$110+
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Travelodge Málaga Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$167+
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Hiring a car in Benalmádena

Expect to pay $3.13 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 $37.48 and $49.97.

Expect to pay $3.13 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 $37.48 and $49.97.