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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Benalmádena travel guide

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With a population of 58.854, Benalmádena is a must-see destination in Andalusia, Spain.

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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 January
Estimated hotel price
$196
1 night at 3-star hotel
Benalmádena in January
Estimated hotel price
$196
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 39h 05m.

Train

Renfe is the most popular train carrier serving Benalmádena, followed by iryo. The train journey from Benalmádena to Seville takes 2h 41m and costs around $42 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about $47 for a 2h 47m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Benalmádena, including ALSA, Interbus and rede expressos. From Granada, the bus ride to Benalmádena takes 145 km and will cost you around $56. From Seville, the ticket costs about $49 for a journey of 266 km. The most popular bus station is Benalmádena Torrequebrada, located 4 km from the city centre of Benalmádena. Benalmádena Puerto Marina is also a commonly used station, and is 0.3 km from the city centre.

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 39h 05m.

Train

Renfe is the most popular train carrier serving Benalmádena, followed by iryo. The train journey from Benalmádena to Seville takes 2h 41m and costs around $42 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about $47 for a 2h 47m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Benalmádena, including ALSA, Interbus and rede expressos. From Granada, the bus ride to Benalmádena takes 145 km and will cost you around $56. From Seville, the ticket costs about $49 for a journey of 266 km. The most popular bus station is Benalmádena Torrequebrada, located 4 km from the city centre of Benalmádena. Benalmádena Puerto Marina is also a commonly used station, and is 0.3 km from the city centre.

Airports near Benalmádena

AGPMalaga
GRXGranada Federico Garcia Lorca
SVQSevilla

Airlines serving Benalmádena

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,518 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,982 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,469 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,023 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,997 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,995 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,477 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,383 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,657 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (863 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,351 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,538 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,282 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,136 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,038 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (368 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,029 reviews)
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Where to stay in Benalmádena

Average rates range from around $169 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $215 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)
$152+
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Moon Dreams Calabahia
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$105+
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Rincón Sol
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$96+
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Sol Guadalmar
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$245+
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Sunset Beach Club Hotel Apartments
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$139+
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Hotel Best Siroco
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$126+
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Hiring a car in Benalmádena

Expect to pay $2.96 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 $35.51 and $47.35. Compact (Seat Leon or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Benalmádena, while also 80% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $2.96 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 $35.51 and $47.35. Compact (Seat Leon or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Benalmádena, while also 80% cheaper than other types, on average.

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