Benalmádena travel guide

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You're Going to Love Benalmádena

With a population of 58,854, Benalmádena 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 8 days in order to fully appreciate everything Benalmádena has to offer.

Where to Eat in Benalmádena

If you’re looking for affordable options, Pil Pil (Av. de la Constitución, 35) and Amigos Torrequebrada (Av. del Sol, 18, Local 6) are great picks.

When to visit Benalmádena

Benalmádena in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 133
1 night at 3-star hotel
Benalmádena in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 133
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 5 miles from the city centre The shortest flight to Benalmádena from Canada departs from Montreal and takes around 6h 55m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Benalmádena, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Benalmádena to Seville takes 2h 13m and costs around C$ 53 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about C$ 32 for a 2h 42m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Benalmádena is to pick up a car rental from Málaga, which is about 10 miles from Benalmádena. You’ll find branches of Goldcar Rental SP and Delpaso, among others, in Málaga.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Benalmádena, including ALSA, Renfe and Interbus. From Granada, the bus ride to Benalmádena takes 90 miles and will cost you around C$ 25. From Seville, the ticket costs about C$ 18 for a journey of 150 miles. The most popular bus station is Benalmádena Torrequebrada, located 2 miles from downtown Benalmádena. Benalmádena Puerto Marina is also a commonly used station, and is 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Benalmádena, you’ll arrive at Malaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), which is located 5 miles from the city centre The shortest flight to Benalmádena from Canada departs from Montreal and takes around 6h 55m.

Train

iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Benalmádena, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Benalmádena to Seville takes 2h 13m and costs around C$ 53 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about C$ 32 for a 2h 42m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Benalmádena is to pick up a car rental from Málaga, which is about 10 miles from Benalmádena. You’ll find branches of Goldcar Rental SP and Delpaso, among others, in Málaga.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Benalmádena, including ALSA, Renfe and Interbus. From Granada, the bus ride to Benalmádena takes 90 miles and will cost you around C$ 25. From Seville, the ticket costs about C$ 18 for a journey of 150 miles. The most popular bus station is Benalmádena Torrequebrada, located 2 miles from downtown Benalmádena. Benalmádena Puerto Marina is also a commonly used station, and is 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Benalmádena

Airlines serving Benalmádena

Lufthansa
Good (4,672 reviews)
KLM
Good (857 reviews)
SWISS
Good (930 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,503 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,606 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,563 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (475 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,938 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,131 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,809 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,601 reviews)
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Where to stay in Benalmádena

Average rates range from around C$ 157 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 184 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Benalmádena

Most booked hotels in Benalmádena

Estival Torrequebrada
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 193+
Hotel Apartamentos Bajondillo
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 151+
Benalmadena Palace Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 166+
Moon Dreams Calabahia
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 96+
Rincon Sol
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 77+
Sunset Beach Club Hotel Apartments
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 157+

Renting a car in Benalmádena

Renting a car in Benalmádena costs C$ 18 per day, on average, or C$ 147 if you want to rent it for 8 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 117% cheaper than airport locations in Benalmádena.

Expect to pay C$ 2.46 per litre in Benalmádena (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 29.42 and C$ 39.23. Mini (Volkswagen up! or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Benalmádena, while also 80% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Benalmádena costs C$ 18 per day, on average, or C$ 147 if you want to rent it for 8 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 117% cheaper than airport locations in Benalmádena.

Expect to pay C$ 2.46 per litre in Benalmádena (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 29.42 and C$ 39.23. Mini (Volkswagen up! or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Benalmádena, while also 80% cheaper than other types, on average.