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
$187
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fuengirola in January
Estimated hotel price
$187
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

Renfe is the most popular train carrier serving Fuengirola, followed by iryo. The train journey from Fuengirola to Seville takes 2h 42m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about $30 for a 2h 47m trip. 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 Damas. From Granada, the bus ride to Fuengirola takes 145 km and will cost you around $54. From Seville, the ticket costs about $25 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

Renfe is the most popular train carrier serving Fuengirola, followed by iryo. The train journey from Fuengirola to Seville takes 2h 42m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about $30 for a 2h 47m trip. 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 Damas. From Granada, the bus ride to Fuengirola takes 145 km and will cost you around $54. From Seville, the ticket costs about $25 for a journey of 241 km.

Airports near Fuengirola

AGPMalaga
GRXGranada Federico Garcia Lorca
SVQSevilla

Airlines serving Fuengirola

KLM
Good (1,443 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,756 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,705 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,127 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,208 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,864 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,100 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,528 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,490 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (895 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,667 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,674 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,375 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,356 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,148 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (381 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,130 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 $144 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 $49 to $2,493 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Fuengirola are about 39% 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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Hotel Riu Costa Del Sol
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$259+
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Leonardo Hotel Fuengirola Costa del Sol
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$137+
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Ilunion Fuengirola
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$104+
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tent Torremolinos
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$89+
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Ilunion Miramar
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$94+
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Apartamentos Nuriasol
0 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$102+
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Hiring a car in Fuengirola

Expect to pay $2.77 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 $33.22 and $44.29. Compact (Class Compact Wagon or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Fuengirola, while also 88% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $2.77 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 $33.22 and $44.29. Compact (Class Compact Wagon or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Fuengirola, while also 88% cheaper than other types, on average.