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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 January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 141
1 night at 3-star hotel
Benalmádena in January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 141
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 23h 40m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Benalmádena, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Benalmádena to Granada takes 1h 24m and costs around S$ 35 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about S$ 39 for a 2h 42m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Benalmádena is to pick up a car hire from Málaga, which is about 16 km from Benalmádena. You’ll find branches of Record Go and Avis, among others, in Málaga.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Benalmádena, including ALSA, Interbus and Socibus. From Granada, the bus ride to Benalmádena takes 169 km and will cost you around S$ 37. From Seville, the ticket costs about S$ 37 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 23h 40m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Benalmádena, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Benalmádena to Granada takes 1h 24m and costs around S$ 35 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about S$ 39 for a 2h 42m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Benalmádena is to pick up a car hire from Málaga, which is about 16 km from Benalmádena. You’ll find branches of Record Go and Avis, among others, in Málaga.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Benalmádena, including ALSA, Interbus and Socibus. From Granada, the bus ride to Benalmádena takes 169 km and will cost you around S$ 37. From Seville, the ticket costs about S$ 37 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

Lufthansa
Good (7,042 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,834 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,929 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,788 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,695 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,695 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,213 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,561 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,239 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,346 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (345 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,850 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Benalmádena

Average rates range from around S$ 165 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 191 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Benalmádena

Most booked hotels in Benalmádena

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Gran Hotel Miramar
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 474+
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Spirit Hotel Benalmadena Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
S$ 208+
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Estival Torrequebrada
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 187+
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Moon Dreams Calabahia
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
S$ 114+
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Rincón Sol
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 82+
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Hotel Best Siroco
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
S$ 162+
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Hiring a car in Benalmádena

Expect to pay S$ 2.14 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$ 25.68 and S$ 34.23. The most frequently booked car type in Benalmádena is Intermediate (Fiat Doblo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Hyundai i10 or similar) is, on average, 85% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 2.14 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$ 25.68 and S$ 34.23. The most frequently booked car type in Benalmádena is Intermediate (Fiat Doblo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Hyundai i10 or similar) is, on average, 85% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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