Benalmadena holidays combine sandy beaches, a marina full of restaurants and plenty for families to do, all close to Malaga airport. The resort has three parts: Benalmádena Costa on the seafront, around the Puerto Marina; Arroyo de la Miel, the busy town just inland; and Benalmádena Pueblo, a whitewashed village in the hills with views over the coast.
It suits families, couples and older travellers who want an easy, sunny break. There is a cable car up Mount Calamorro, the Sea Life aquarium at the marina, Selwo Marina and the Tivoli World amusement park, and the train runs to Malaga in about 25 minutes. Spring and autumn are warm and quieter, July and August are hot and busy, and the winter is mild. Flights from the UK take about two and three-quarter hours, and the transfer is around 20 minutes.
We offer 16 Benalmadena hotels, 6 of them all inclusive. Every one can be booked with flights and transfers as an ATOL-protected package.
Where to stay in Benalmadena
Choose the seafront for the beach and marina, the town for shops and the train, or the hills for peace and views.
Benalmádena Costa and Puerto Marina
The seafront, with sandy beaches, a long promenade and the Puerto Marina, packed with restaurants, bars and the Sea Life aquarium. The most popular base.
Arroyo de la Miel
The main town, a short way inland, with shops, Tivoli World, the cable car station and trains to Malaga and Fuengirola.
Benalmádena Pueblo
The original white village in the hills, quiet and pretty, with views down to the sea. Best with a car or taxis.
Torrequebrada
West of the marina, with quieter beaches, a golf course and hotels with big pools.
Top-rated hotels in Benalmadena
Some of our highest-rated hotels in Benalmadena, from a five-star boutique spa hotel to big all-inclusive resorts. Ratings are TripAdvisor scores out of 5.
Travel guides for Benalmadena
Our hand-picked guides to help you choose: compare the best hotels by style, budget and who you’re travelling with.
All 16 Benalmadena hotels
Benalmadena has 16 hotels to choose from: 6 all inclusive, 1 adults only and 3 with family facilities. Ratings shown are TripAdvisor scores out of 5.
Benalmadena 16 hotels
- Vincci Seleccion Aleysa
- Spirit Hotel Benalmadena Beach
- Hotel Las Arenas Affiliated by Melia
- MAC Puerto Marina Benalmadena
- Benalmadena Palace
- Hotel Benalma Costa Del Sol
- Medplaya Hotel Riviera
- Globales Los Patos Park
- Hotel Best Benalmadena
- Hotel Best Siroco
- Hotel Best Triton
- Sunset Beach Club
- Estival Torrequebrada
- Holiday World Polynesia Hotel
- Hotel Alay
- Palmasol
All-inclusive holidays in Benalmadena
6 of our Benalmadena hotels offer all inclusive, so you can keep the cost of meals and drinks fixed before you go. For families, Globales Los Patos Park, Estival Torrequebrada and Holiday World Polynesia Hotel add big pools and entertainment, and Benalmadena Palace is another popular all-inclusive choice.
If you would rather try the restaurants at the marina most evenings, half board or bed and breakfast is often the better choice. A Travel Designer can compare the options for your dates.
Best time to visit Benalmadena
Benalmadena is a year-round resort. May, June, September and October are ideal, with warm, sunny days and fewer crowds than high summer. July and August are hot, around 30°C, and the beaches are busy. Winter days are mild, often around 17°C, which makes it popular for winter sun and longer stays.
Getting to Benalmadena
The nearest airport is Malaga (AGP), about 12 km away. There are direct flights from most UK airports, taking around two and three-quarter hours, and the road transfer takes about 20 minutes. Our packages include flights and transfers.
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Benalmadena holiday FAQs
Which is the best area of Benalmadena for families?
Benalmádena Costa, near the Puerto Marina, puts you close to the beach, the Sea Life aquarium and plenty of restaurants. Many families also choose an all-inclusive resort with its own pools, such as Globales Los Patos Park or Estival Torrequebrada.
How far is Benalmadena from Malaga airport?
About 12 km, or around 20 minutes by road. Our packages include the transfer.
Is Benalmadena good in winter?
Yes. Daytime temperatures are often around 17°C from December to February, with lots of sunshine, so it is popular for winter sun and longer stays. The sea is cool for swimming, but many hotels have heated or indoor pools.
Is all inclusive worth it in Benalmadena?
It is good value if you plan to spend most of your time at the hotel, or are travelling with children. If you want to eat out at the marina, half board or bed and breakfast may suit you better.
What is there to do in Benalmadena?
Take the cable car up Mount Calamorro, visit the Sea Life aquarium and the Puerto Marina, see the dolphins and sea lions at Selwo Marina, and spend an evening at Tivoli World. The white village of Benalmádena Pueblo is worth a wander too.
Can you get to Malaga from Benalmadena?
Yes, easily. The train from Arroyo de la Miel takes about 25 minutes to the centre of Malaga, and there are buses and taxis too.
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