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

When to visit Marbella

Marbella in January
Estimated flight+hotel price
£187
2 travellers
Flight to Marbella
3 nights at hotel
Marbella in January
Estimated flight+hotel price
£187
2 travellers
Flight to Marbella
3 nights at 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. Malaga Costa del Sol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Iberia, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Marbella from the United Kingdom departs from Bournemouth and takes around 2h 39m.

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 £20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about £13 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 NIZACARS , 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 145 km and will cost you around £9. From Seville, the ticket costs about £21 for a journey of 266 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. Malaga Costa del Sol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Iberia, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Marbella from the United Kingdom departs from Bournemouth and takes around 2h 39m.

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 £20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about £13 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 NIZACARS , 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 145 km and will cost you around £9. From Seville, the ticket costs about £21 for a journey of 266 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 (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 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 Hotel El Faro Marbella, Marbella offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £102 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £261 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include La Villa Marbella and Pensión Aduar. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Marbella, with prices from £37 to £763 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Marbella are about 34% 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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Anantara Villa Padierna Palace Benahavís Marbella Resort - A Leading Hotel of the World
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£410+
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Los Amigos Beach Club
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£64+
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Ona Princesa Playa
0 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£96+
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Hard Rock Hotel Marbella
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£155+
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NH Collection Marbella
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£125+
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Barceló Marbella
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£85+
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Hiring a car in Marbella

Hiring a car in Marbella costs £23 per day, on average, or £91 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Malaga.

Expect to pay £1.22 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 £14.59 and £19.45. The most frequently booked car type in Marbella is Standard (Class Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Kia Sportage or similar) is, on average, 78% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Marbella costs £23 per day, on average, or £91 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Malaga.

Expect to pay £1.22 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 £14.59 and £19.45. The most frequently booked car type in Marbella is Standard (Class Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Kia Sportage or similar) is, on average, 78% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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