Fuengirola travel guide
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With a population of 71 482, Fuengirola is a must-see destination in Andalusia, Spain. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country.
When to visit Fuengirola
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Fuengirola in July, when the average temperature is 24 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 6 °C, with an average temperature of 11 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 115 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Fuengirola, with an average rainfall of 2 mm.
How to Get to Fuengirola
Plane
When flying to Fuengirola, you’ll arrive at Malaga Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), which is located 19 km from the city centre.
Train
iryo is the most popular train carrier serving Fuengirola, followed by Renfe. The train journey from Fuengirola to Seville takes 2h 13m and costs around RM 153 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Madrid, expect to pay about RM 110 for a 2h 42m trip. The train station in Fuengirola is called Fuengirola, and is located 0.2 km from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Fuengirola is to pick up a car hire from Seville, which is about 153 km from Fuengirola. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Goldcar Rental SP, among others, in Seville.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Fuengirola, including ALSA, iryo and FlixBus. From Granada, the bus ride to Fuengirola takes 169 km and will cost you around RM 86. From Seville, the ticket costs about RM 143 for a journey of 241 km.
Airlines serving Fuengirola
Where to stay in Fuengirola
From 5-star hotels such as the Higueron Hotel Malaga, Curio Collection by Hilton to great affordable options like the Hotel Las Rampas, Fuengirola offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around RM 463 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 611 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hostal Los Corchos and Hotel Agur.
Where to stay in popular areas of Fuengirola
Most booked hotels in Fuengirola
Hiring a car in Fuengirola
Expect to pay RM 8.50 per litre in Fuengirola (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 102.00 and RM 135.99. The most frequently booked car type in Fuengirola is Economy (Class Economy Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 84% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.