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.
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
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 India departs from New Delhi and takes around 29h 35m.
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 ₹ 3,256 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about ₹ 1,920 for a 2h 42m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Benalmádena is to pick up a car hire from Málaga, which is about 10 miles from Benalmádena. You’ll find branches of Goldcar Rental SP and Centauro, 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 ₹ 1,503. From Seville, the ticket costs about ₹ 1,085 for a journey of 150 miles. The most popular bus station is Benalmádena Torrequebrada, located 2 miles from the city centre of Benalmádena. Benalmádena Puerto Marina is also a commonly used station, and is 0.2 miles from the city centre.
Airlines serving Benalmádena
Where to stay in Benalmádena
Average rates range from around ₹ 9,414 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 11,397 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Benalmádena
Most booked hotels in Benalmádena
Hiring a car in Benalmádena
Expect to pay ₹ 149 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 ₹ 1,793 and ₹ 2,391. The most frequently booked car type in Benalmádena is Economy (Citroen C3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Volkswagen up! or similar) is, on average, 88% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.