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

Benalmádena travel guide

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With a population of 58.854, Benalmádena is a must-see destination in Andalusia, Spain.

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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 November
Estimated hotel price
S$ 165
1 night at 3-star hotel
Benalmádena in November
Estimated hotel price
S$ 165
1 night at 3-star 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. The shortest flight to Benalmádena from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 21h 35m.

Train

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

Car

Another option to get to Benalmádena is to pick up a car hire from Tarifa, which is about 117 km from Benalmádena. You’ll find branches of Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Europcar, among others, in Tarifa.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Benalmádena using Interbus or ALSA. From Granada, the bus ride to Benalmádena takes 169 km and will cost you around S$ 43. From Seville, the ticket costs about S$ 21 for a journey of 266 km. The most popular bus station is Benalmádena Torrequebrada, located 4 km from the city centre of Benalmádena. Benalmádena Puerto Marina is also a commonly used station, and is 0.3 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Benalmádena, you’ll arrive at Malaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), which is located 8 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Benalmádena from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 21h 35m.

Train

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

Car

Another option to get to Benalmádena is to pick up a car hire from Tarifa, which is about 117 km from Benalmádena. You’ll find branches of Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Europcar, among others, in Tarifa.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Benalmádena using Interbus or ALSA. From Granada, the bus ride to Benalmádena takes 169 km and will cost you around S$ 43. From Seville, the ticket costs about S$ 21 for a journey of 266 km. The most popular bus station is Benalmádena Torrequebrada, located 4 km from the city centre of Benalmádena. Benalmádena Puerto Marina is also a commonly used station, and is 0.3 km from the city centre.

Airports near Benalmádena

AGPMalaga
GRXGranada Federico Garcia Lorca
SVQSevilla

Airlines serving Benalmádena

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,626 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,571 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,090 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,810 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,095 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,045 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,677 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,434 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,504 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,516 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,331 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,605 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,146 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,089 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (375 reviews)
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Where to stay in Benalmádena

Average rates range from around S$ 97 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 159 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)
S$ 111+
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Hotel Best Triton
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
S$ 111+
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Hotel Plaza Del Castillo
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
S$ 110+
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Moon Dreams Calabahia
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
S$ 73+
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Rincón Sol
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
S$ 67+
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Sol Guadalmar
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 122+
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Hiring a car in Benalmádena

Expect to pay S$ 2.22 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 S$ 26.53 and S$ 35.37. Economy (Nissan Micra or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Benalmádena, while also 74% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay S$ 2.22 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 S$ 26.53 and S$ 35.37. Economy (Nissan Micra or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Benalmádena, while also 74% cheaper than other types, on average.