Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Marbella travel guide

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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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Marbella has to offer.

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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

Marbella in February
Estimated hotel price
$342
1 night at 3-star hotel
Marbella in February
Estimated hotel price
$342
1 night at 3-star hotel

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.

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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 32h 35m.

Train

Renfe is the most popular train carrier serving Marbella, followed by iryo. The train journey from Marbella to Seville takes 2h 42m and costs around $37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about $30 for a 2h 47m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marbella, including Interbus, ALSA and Damas. From Granada, the bus ride to Marbella takes 90 miles and will cost you around $55. From Seville, the ticket costs about $48 for a journey of 165 miles. The most popular bus station is Marbella Residencia Tiempo Libre, located 5 miles from the city centre of Marbella. Marbella Puerto Banús is also a commonly used station, and is 4 miles from the city centre.

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 32h 35m.

Train

Renfe is the most popular train carrier serving Marbella, followed by iryo. The train journey from Marbella to Seville takes 2h 42m and costs around $37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about $30 for a 2h 47m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marbella, including Interbus, ALSA and Damas. From Granada, the bus ride to Marbella takes 90 miles and will cost you around $55. From Seville, the ticket costs about $48 for a journey of 165 miles. The most popular bus station is Marbella Residencia Tiempo Libre, located 5 miles from the city centre of Marbella. Marbella Puerto Banús is also a commonly used station, and is 4 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Marbella

AGPMalaga
GRXGranada Federico Garcia Lorca
SVQSevilla

Airlines serving Marbella

KLM
Good (1,443 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,749 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,702 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,121 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,208 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,863 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,099 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,207 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,528 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,488 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (895 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,660 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,669 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,377 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,176 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,356 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,145 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (381 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,130 reviews)
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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 $200 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $506 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include La Villa Marbella and Tak Boutique Old Town Con Parking. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Marbella, with prices from $72 to $1,108 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Marbella are about 33% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Marbella

Most booked hotels in Marbella

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Don Carlos Marbella
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$366+
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Ona Princesa Playa
0 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$109+
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Hard Rock Hotel Marbella
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$208+
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Barceló Marbella
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$154+
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Bluebay Banus
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$132+
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Gran Hotel Guadalpin Banus
5 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$178+
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Hiring a car in Marbella

Expect to pay $2.81 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 $33.65 and $44.86. The most frequently booked car type in Marbella is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 84% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.81 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 $33.65 and $44.86. The most frequently booked car type in Marbella is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 84% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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