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.
Activities & attractions in Marbella
Sports & Fitness
Transport
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
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.
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, 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 Madrid takes 2h 42m and costs around £19 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seville, expect to pay about £22 for a 3h 20m 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, Interbus and rede expressos. From Granada, the bus ride to Marbella takes 105 miles and will cost you around £21. From Seville, the ticket costs about £21 for a journey of 150 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.
Airlines serving Marbella
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 £99 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £248 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 £35 to £766 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
Hiring a car in Marbella
Hiring a car in Marbella costs £32 per day, on average, or £130 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, 39% more expensive than at Malaga.
Expect to pay £1.24 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 £14.77 and £19.70. The most frequently booked car type in Marbella is Full-size (Alfa Romeo Stelvio or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 80% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.
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