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
$219
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fuengirola in November
Estimated hotel price
$219
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 12 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Fuengirola from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 31h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Fuengirola is to pick up a car hire from Málaga, which is about 17 miles from Fuengirola. You’ll find branches of Record go and Wiber, among others, in Málaga.

Plane

When flying to Fuengirola, you’ll arrive at Malaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), which is located 12 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Fuengirola from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 31h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Fuengirola is to pick up a car hire from Málaga, which is about 17 miles from Fuengirola. You’ll find branches of Record go and Wiber, among others, in Málaga.

Airports near Fuengirola

AGPMalaga
GRXGranada Federico Garcia Lorca
SVQSevilla

Airlines serving Fuengirola

Lufthansa
Good (8,114 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,534 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,094 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,438 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,989 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,249 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,620 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (939 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,935 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,607 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,867 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,209 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,301 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (420 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,476 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,315 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,403 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 $235 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $398 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 $115 to $1,155 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Fuengirola are about 20% more expensive 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 (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$228+
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Occidental Fuengirola by Barceló
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$336+
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Ona Las Rampas
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$135+
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Ilunion Miramar
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$207+
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Hotel La Barracuda
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$303+
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Hotel Zen Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$136+
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Hiring a car in Fuengirola

Expect to pay $2.89 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 $34.60 and $46.13. Compact (Volkswagen Taigo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Fuengirola, while also 86% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $2.89 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 $34.60 and $46.13. Compact (Volkswagen Taigo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Fuengirola, while also 86% cheaper than other types, on average.