Marbella travel guide
Marbella Tourism | Marbella Guide
You're Going to Love Marbella
With a population of 134,623, Marbella 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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Marbella has to offer.
Where to Eat in Marbella
If you’re looking for affordable options, Restaurante Los Sardinales (Av. del Gaviero) and Jane (Pl. Santo Cristo) are great picks.
When to visit Marbella
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Marbella 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 Marbella, with an average rainfall of 2 mm.
How to Get to Marbella
Plane
Although Marbella doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Malaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), which is located 24 miles from Marbella. The shortest flight to Marbella from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 31h 50m.
Car
Another option to get to Marbella is to pick up a car hire from Málaga, which is about 30 miles from Marbella. You’ll find branches of Record go and Wheego, among others, in Málaga.
Airlines serving Marbella
Where to stay in Marbella
From 5-star hotels such as the Boho Club to great affordable options like the NH San Pedro de Alcántara, Marbella offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $251 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $478 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include La Villa Marbella and Tak Boutique Marbella Old Town With Parking. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Marbella, with prices from $77 to $1,469 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Marbella are about 12% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Marbella
Most booked hotels in Marbella
Hiring a car in Marbella
Expect to pay $3.91 per litre in Marbella (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $46.90 and $62.53. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Marbella, while also 82% cheaper than other types, on average.