Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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 48 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 January
Estimated hotel price
$183
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fuengirola in January
Estimated hotel price
$183
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Fuengirola in July, when the average temperature is 24 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 6 °C, with an average temperature of 11 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 115 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Fuengirola, with an average rainfall of 2 mm.

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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 19 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Fuengirola from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 32h 35m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Fuengirola, followed by Renfe. The train station in Fuengirola is called Fuengirola, and is located 0.2 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Fuengirola, including ALSA, Interbus and FlixBus. From Granada, the bus ride to Fuengirola takes 153 km and will cost you around $57. From Córdoba, the ticket costs about $26 for a journey of 241 km.

Plane

When flying to Fuengirola, you’ll arrive at Malaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), which is located 19 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Fuengirola from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 32h 35m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Fuengirola, followed by Renfe. The train station in Fuengirola is called Fuengirola, and is located 0.2 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Fuengirola, including ALSA, Interbus and FlixBus. From Granada, the bus ride to Fuengirola takes 153 km and will cost you around $57. From Córdoba, the ticket costs about $26 for a journey of 241 km.

Airports near Fuengirola

AGPMalaga
GRXGranada Federico Garcia Lorca
SVQSevilla

Airlines serving Fuengirola

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,698 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,659 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,032 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,154 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,844 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,079 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,143 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,702 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,463 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,603 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (889 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,361 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,637 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,126 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,169 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,346 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (380 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,111 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 $159 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $304 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hostal Los Corchos and Hotel Agur. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Fuengirola, with prices from $52 to $2,629 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Fuengirola are about 40% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Fuengirola

Most booked hotels in Fuengirola

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Leonardo Hotel Fuengirola Costa del Sol
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$127+
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Hotel Riu Costa Del Sol
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$262+
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Ilunion Fuengirola
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$143+
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tent Torremolinos
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$114+
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Ilunion Miramar
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$104+
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Apartamentos Nuriasol
0 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$108+
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Hiring a car in Fuengirola

Expect to pay $2.92 per litre in Fuengirola (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $35.04 and $46.72. The most frequently booked car type in Fuengirola is Economy (Opel Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Citroen Berlingo or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.92 per litre in Fuengirola (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $35.04 and $46.72. The most frequently booked car type in Fuengirola is Economy (Opel Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Citroen Berlingo or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.