Fuengirola travel guide
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You're Going to Love Fuengirola
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.
When to visit Fuengirola
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.
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 44h 50m.
Train
iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Fuengirola, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Fuengirola to Granada takes 1h 24m and costs around $42 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seville, expect to pay about $55 for a 2h 09m trip. 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 Seville, which is about 153 km from Fuengirola. You’ll find branches of Goldcar Rental SP and Centauro, among others, in Seville.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Fuengirola, including ALSA, iryo and Interbus. From Granada, the bus ride to Fuengirola takes 153 km and will cost you around $26. From Seville, the ticket costs about $44 for a journey of 266 km.
Airlines serving Fuengirola
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 $158 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $170 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hostal Los Corchos and Hotel Agur.
Where to stay in popular areas of Fuengirola
Most booked hotels in Fuengirola
Hiring a car in Fuengirola
Expect to pay $2.67 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 $31.95 and $42.60. The most frequently booked car type in Fuengirola is Mini (Fiat 500 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Peugeot 208 or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.