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.

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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 November
Estimated hotel price
$211
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fuengirola in November
Estimated hotel price
$211
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 45h 40m.

Train

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

Car

Another option to get to Fuengirola is to pick up a car hire from Málaga, which is about 27 km from Fuengirola. You’ll find branches of Delpaso and Record Go, among others, in Málaga.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Fuengirola using Interbus or ALSA. From Seville, the bus ride to Fuengirola takes 241 km and will cost you around $27. From Madrid, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 595 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 45h 40m.

Train

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

Car

Another option to get to Fuengirola is to pick up a car hire from Málaga, which is about 27 km from Fuengirola. You’ll find branches of Delpaso and Record Go, among others, in Málaga.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Fuengirola using Interbus or ALSA. From Seville, the bus ride to Fuengirola takes 241 km and will cost you around $27. From Madrid, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 595 km.

Airports near Fuengirola

Airlines serving Fuengirola

Lufthansa
Good (7,972 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,511 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,945 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,460 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,348 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,936 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,208 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (914 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,683 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,570 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,769 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,725 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,998 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (405 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,234 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,433 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,313 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 $203 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $342 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 $83 to $693 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Fuengirola are about 15% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Fuengirola

Most booked hotels in Fuengirola

Hotel Ipv Palace & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$186+
Leonardo Hotel Fuengirola Costa del Sol
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$223+
Occidental Fuengirola by Barceló
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$258+
Ona Las Rampas
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$119+
Ilunion Miramar
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$125+
Hotel Zen Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$127+

Hiring a car in Fuengirola

Expect to pay $3.05 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 $36.52 and $48.69. Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Fuengirola, while also 75% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.05 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 $36.52 and $48.69. Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Fuengirola, while also 75% cheaper than other types, on average.