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

Benalmádena travel guide

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You're Going to Love Benalmádena

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 5 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 flight+hotel price
£35
2 travellers
Flight to Benalmádena
3 nights at hotel
Benalmádena in January
Estimated flight+hotel price
£35
2 travellers
Flight to Benalmádena
3 nights at 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. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Benalmádena include Ryanair, easyJet and Jet2. The shortest flight to Benalmádena from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 2h 50m.

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 Record go and Delpaso, among others, in Málaga.

Plane

When flying to Benalmádena, you’ll arrive at Malaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), which is located 8 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Benalmádena include Ryanair, easyJet and Jet2. The shortest flight to Benalmádena from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 2h 50m.

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 Record go and Delpaso, among others, in Málaga.

Airports near Benalmádena

AGPMalaga
GRXGranada Federico Garcia Lorca
SVQSevilla

Airlines serving Benalmádena

Lufthansa
Good (8,139 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,539 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,120 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,447 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,006 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,472 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,254 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,626 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (944 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,993 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,628 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,882 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,211 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,347 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,420 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (424 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,479 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,413 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,340 reviews)
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Where to stay in Benalmádena

Average rates range from around £100 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £143 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Benalmádena

Most booked hotels in Benalmádena

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Spirit Hotel Benalmadena Beach
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£130+
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Royal Oasis Club at Pueblo Quinta
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£137+
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Estival Torrequebrada
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£149+
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Benalma Hotel Costa del Sol
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£143+
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THB San Fermín
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£103+
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Hotel Plaza Del Castillo
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£90+
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Hiring a car in Benalmádena

Hiring a car in Benalmádena costs £18 per day, on average, or £88 if you want to hire it for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Malaga.

Expect to pay £1.30 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 £15.55 and £20.74. Compact (Kia Stonic or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Benalmádena, while also 70% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Benalmádena costs £18 per day, on average, or £88 if you want to hire it for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Malaga.

Expect to pay £1.30 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 £15.55 and £20.74. Compact (Kia Stonic or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Benalmádena, while also 70% cheaper than other types, on average.

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