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, Restaurante Los Sardinales (Av. del Gaviero) and Jane (Pl. Santo Cristo) are great picks.

When to visit Marbella

Marbella in January
Estimated flight+hotel price
£183
2 travellers
Flight to Marbella
3 nights at hotel
Marbella in January
Estimated flight+hotel price
£183
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 Ryanair, easyJet, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Marbella from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 2h 50m.

Train

Renfe is the most popular train carrier serving Marbella, followed by iryo.

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 NIZACARS and Delpaso, among others, in Málaga.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marbella, including Interbus, ALSA and rede expressos. From Seville, the bus ride to Marbella takes 241 km and will cost you around £12. From Madrid, the ticket costs about £30 for a journey of 628 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 Ryanair, easyJet, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Marbella from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 2h 50m.

Train

Renfe is the most popular train carrier serving Marbella, followed by iryo.

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 NIZACARS and Delpaso, among others, in Málaga.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marbella, including Interbus, ALSA and rede expressos. From Seville, the bus ride to Marbella takes 241 km and will cost you around £12. From Madrid, the ticket costs about £30 for a journey of 628 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

KLM
Good (1,448 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,759 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,712 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,138 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,210 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,864 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,103 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,236 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,500 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,676 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,684 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,179 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,380 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,357 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,158 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (381 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,133 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 £80 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £199 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include La Villa Marbella and Hostal San Ramon. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Marbella, with prices from £16 to £535 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Marbella are about 3% more expensive 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)
£160+
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Los Amigos Beach Club
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£45+
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Hotel Doña Catalina
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£51+
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Ona Princesa Playa
0 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£50+
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Hard Rock Hotel Marbella
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£95+
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Barceló Marbella
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£71+
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Hiring a car in Marbella

Hiring a car in Marbella costs £31 per day, on average, or £123 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, 49% more expensive than at Malaga.

Expect to pay £1.28 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 £15.27 and £20.36. 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 Compact car hire (Kia Stonic or similar) is, on average, 75% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Marbella costs £31 per day, on average, or £123 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, 49% more expensive than at Malaga.

Expect to pay £1.28 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 £15.27 and £20.36. 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 Compact car hire (Kia Stonic or similar) is, on average, 75% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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