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. Marbella deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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
£197
2 travellers
Flight to Marbella
3 nights at hotel
Marbella in January
Estimated flight+hotel price
£197
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 24 miles from Marbella. Malaga Costa del Sol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Iberia, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Marbella from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 2h 45m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Marbella, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Marbella to Granada takes 1h 18m and costs around £25 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seville, expect to pay about £33 for a 1h 56m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Marbella is to pick up a car hire from Málaga, which is about 30 miles 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, iryo and Interbus. From Granada, the bus ride to Marbella takes 95 miles and will cost you around £16. From Madrid, the ticket costs about £29 for a journey of 164 miles. The most popular bus station is Marbella Residencia Tiempo Libre, located 5 miles from the city centre of Marbella. Marbella Puerto Banús is also a commonly used station, and is 4 miles 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 24 miles from Marbella. Malaga Costa del Sol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Iberia, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Marbella from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 2h 45m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Marbella, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Marbella to Granada takes 1h 18m and costs around £25 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seville, expect to pay about £33 for a 1h 56m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Marbella is to pick up a car hire from Málaga, which is about 30 miles 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, iryo and Interbus. From Granada, the bus ride to Marbella takes 95 miles and will cost you around £16. From Madrid, the ticket costs about £29 for a journey of 164 miles. The most popular bus station is Marbella Residencia Tiempo Libre, located 5 miles from the city centre of Marbella. Marbella Puerto Banús is also a commonly used station, and is 4 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Marbella

Airlines serving Marbella

Lufthansa
Good (3,989 reviews)
KLM
Good (758 reviews)
British Airways
Good (3,781 reviews)
SWISS
Good (862 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,134 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,447 reviews)
Air France
Good (886 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,379 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (1,984 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,465 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,630 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (446 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (4,631 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (214 reviews)
Finnair
Good (941 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (728 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (775 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,053 reviews)
LOT
Good (650 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (376 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 £71 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £189 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Marbella

Most booked hotels in Marbella

Anantara Villa Padierna Palace Benahavís Marbella Resort - A Leading Hotel of the World
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£213+
Amàre Beach Hotel Marbella - Adults Recommended
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£144+
La Cala Resort
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£120+
Los Amigos Beach Club
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£39+
Hotel Doña Catalina
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£42+
NH Marbella
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£35+

Hiring a car in Marbella

Hiring a car in Marbella costs £27 per day, on average, or £54 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 40% more expensive than at Malaga.

Expect to pay £1.37 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 £16.35 and £21.80. 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 (Ford Puma or similar) is, on average, 86% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Marbella costs £27 per day, on average, or £54 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 40% more expensive than at Malaga.

Expect to pay £1.37 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 £16.35 and £21.80. 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 (Ford Puma or similar) is, on average, 86% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.