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How to get there
Where to stay
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Benalmádena travel guide

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With a population of 58.854, Benalmádena 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 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Benalmádena has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Benalmádena

If you’re looking for affordable options, La Pala d'Oro (Pje. Alcalde Valderrama, 6) and AMICI (Av. del Sol, 18, Local 4) are great picks.

When to visit Benalmádena

Benalmádena in January
Estimated hotel price
AED 394
1 night at 3-star hotel
Benalmádena in January
Estimated hotel price
AED 394
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Benalmádena

Plane

When flying to Benalmádena, you’ll arrive at Malaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), which is located 8 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Benalmádena from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 10h 45m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Benalmádena, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Benalmádena to Granada takes 1h 24m and costs around AED 99 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about AED 55 for a 2h 47m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Benalmádena is to pick up a car hire from Málaga, which is about 16 km from Benalmádena. You’ll find branches of Delpaso and Record Go, among others, in Málaga.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Benalmádena, including ALSA, Interbus and rede expressos. From Granada, the bus ride to Benalmádena takes 153 km and will cost you around AED 48. From Córdoba, the ticket costs about AED 18 for a journey of 241 km. The most popular bus station is Benalmádena Torrequebrada, located 4 km from the city centre of Benalmádena. Benalmádena Puerto Marina is also a commonly used station, and is 0.3 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Benalmádena, you’ll arrive at Malaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), which is located 8 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Benalmádena from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 10h 45m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Benalmádena, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Benalmádena to Granada takes 1h 24m and costs around AED 99 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about AED 55 for a 2h 47m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Benalmádena is to pick up a car hire from Málaga, which is about 16 km from Benalmádena. You’ll find branches of Delpaso and Record Go, among others, in Málaga.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Benalmádena, including ALSA, Interbus and rede expressos. From Granada, the bus ride to Benalmádena takes 153 km and will cost you around AED 48. From Córdoba, the ticket costs about AED 18 for a journey of 241 km. The most popular bus station is Benalmádena Torrequebrada, located 4 km from the city centre of Benalmádena. Benalmádena Puerto Marina is also a commonly used station, and is 0.3 km from the city centre.

Airports near Benalmádena

AGPMalaga
GRXGranada Federico Garcia Lorca
SVQSevilla

Airlines serving Benalmádena

Lufthansa
Good (7,029 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,806 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,582 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,920 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,775 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,685 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,442 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,685 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,206 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,560 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (345 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,195 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,344 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,066 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,272 reviews)
TAP Portugal
Good (1,845 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,202 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Benalmádena

Average rates range from around AED 486 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 524 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Benalmádena

Most booked hotels in Benalmádena

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Gran Hotel Miramar
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
AED 1,320+
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Spirit Hotel Benalmadena Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
AED 584+
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Estival Torrequebrada
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
AED 530+
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Moon Dreams Calabahia
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
AED 317+
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Rincón Sol
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
AED 228+
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Hotel Best Siroco
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
AED 453+
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Hiring a car in Benalmádena

Expect to pay AED 5.99 per litre in Benalmádena (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 71.84 and AED 95.79. The most frequently booked car type in Benalmádena is Compact (Peugeot 2008 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Nissan Qashqai or similar) is, on average, 62% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay AED 5.99 per litre in Benalmádena (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 71.84 and AED 95.79. The most frequently booked car type in Benalmádena is Compact (Peugeot 2008 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Nissan Qashqai or similar) is, on average, 62% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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