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

Marbella travel guide

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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 5 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, El Gaucho Puerto Banus (Muelle Benabola 9) and Teatro Marbella (Camino del Ángel) are great picks.

When to visit Marbella

Marbella in November
Estimated hotel price
AED 861
1 night at 3-star hotel
Marbella in November
Estimated hotel price
AED 861
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 39 km from Marbella. The shortest flight to Marbella from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 10h 45m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Marbella, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Marbella 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 Marbella is to pick up a car hire from Málaga, which is about 47 km from Marbella. You’ll find branches of Delpaso and Record Go, among others, in Málaga.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marbella, including ALSA, Interbus and rede expressos. From Granada, the bus ride to Marbella 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 Marbella Residencia Tiempo Libre, located 8 km from the city centre of Marbella. Marbella Puerto Banús is also a commonly used station, and is 7 km 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 39 km from Marbella. The shortest flight to Marbella from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 10h 45m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Marbella, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Marbella 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 Marbella is to pick up a car hire from Málaga, which is about 47 km from Marbella. You’ll find branches of Delpaso and Record Go, among others, in Málaga.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marbella, including ALSA, Interbus and rede expressos. From Granada, the bus ride to Marbella 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 Marbella Residencia Tiempo Libre, located 8 km from the city centre of Marbella. Marbella Puerto Banús is also a commonly used station, and is 7 km from the city centre.

Airports near Marbella

AGPMalaga
GRXGranada Federico Garcia Lorca
SVQSevilla

Airlines serving Marbella

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 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 AED 544 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 1,342 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include La Villa Marbella and Hostal Tak. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Marbella, with prices from AED 183 to AED 3,747 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Marbella are about 36% 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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Ona Princesa Playa
0 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
AED 471+
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Hard Rock Hotel Marbella
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
AED 741+
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NH Marbella
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
AED 589+
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Barceló Marbella
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
AED 420+
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Gran Hotel Guadalpin Banus
5 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
AED 756+
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Hiring a car in Marbella

Expect to pay AED 5.99 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 AED 71.84 and AED 95.79. The most frequently booked car type in Marbella is Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Seat Ibiza or similar) is, on average, 88% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay AED 5.99 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 AED 71.84 and AED 95.79. The most frequently booked car type in Marbella is Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Seat Ibiza or similar) is, on average, 88% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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