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Car Hire & Marbella Mini Guide

Driving in Marbella:

  1. Road Network: Marbella has a well-developed road network, and the town is connected to major highways and roads. The road signage is clear and follows standard international conventions.

  2. Traffic: Traffic in Marbella can vary depending on the time of year and the season. During the peak summer tourist season, traffic congestion is more common, especially on the main coastal roads and in the town center. However, compared to larger cities, traffic in Marbella is generally manageable.

  3. Parking: Marbella offers various parking facilities, including public parking garages and on-street parking. Finding parking in the town center, especially during busy periods, can be challenging. Paid parking may be required in certain areas.

Distance from Airport and Travel Time:

  • Marbella is served by Malaga Airport (Aeropuerto de Malaga-Costa del Sol), which is the nearest major airport. The distance between Malaga Airport and Marbella is approximately 50-60 kilometers (31-37 miles) depending on the specific route you take.

  • The travel time between Malaga Airport and Marbella by car typically ranges from 30 minutes to 1 hour, depending on traffic conditions. The journey takes you along the scenic coastal highway.

Main Tourist Attractions in Marbella:

  1. Old Town (Casco Antiguo): Marbella's historic Old Town is a charming area with narrow streets, historic buildings, and picturesque squares. It's perfect for leisurely strolls, shopping, and dining at local restaurants.

  2. Marbella's Beaches: Marbella is known for its beautiful sandy beaches, including Playa de la Fontanilla, Playa de Venus, and Playa de Nagüeles. These beaches offer various water sports activities and beachfront bars (chiringuitos).

  3. Puerto Banús: This upscale marina area is famous for its luxury yachts, high-end boutiques, and vibrant nightlife. It's a hotspot for celebrity sightings and offers a glamorous atmosphere.

  4. Orange Square (Plaza de los Naranjos): This central square in the Old Town is surrounded by orange trees and features historical buildings, cafes, and shops. It's a popular gathering place.

  5. Avenida del Mar: This scenic avenue features a collection of sculptures by Salvador Dalí and leads to the Paseo Marítimo, a lovely promenade along the coast.

  6. Marbella's Parks: Marbella has several beautiful parks and gardens, including Alameda Park and La Constitución Park, where you can relax and enjoy green spaces.

  7. Golf Courses: Marbella is a golfers' paradise, with numerous golf courses in the area, such as Aloha Golf Club and Los Naranjos Golf Club.

Marbella offers a mix of cultural, recreational, and natural attractions for visitors to enjoy.

Overall, having a car in Marbella provides the flexibility to explore the town and its surroundings, including nearby coastal towns, at your own pace. While traffic conditions can vary, particularly during peak tourist seasons, the well-maintained road network and proximity to Malaga Airport make driving a convenient way to discover the beauty of Marbella and the Costa del Sol.

The nearest airport to Marbella is Malaga Airport. After a happy landing use your car rental to explore Marbella, other areas of the Costa del Sol and further afield in Spain. If there is any extras you need to make your journey more convenient, just ask and we will do our best to arrange it.

Current Rental Rates in Marbella

Fiat 500

4 Adults, 3 Doors

From 20.37 EUR/day
Fiat 500

7 Days rental at 142.60 EUR from 20/11/2023

  2 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Opel Corsa

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 21.29 EUR/day
Opel Corsa

7 Days rental at 149.07 EUR from 20/11/2023

  2 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Fiat 500

4 Adults, 3 Doors

From 23.27 EUR/day
Fiat 500

7 Days rental at 162.95 EUR from 20/11/2023

  2 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Peugeot 208

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 24.90 EUR/day
Peugeot 208

7 Days rental at 174.34 EUR from 20/11/2023

  2 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Mini Cooper

4 Adults, 3 Doors

From 25.50 EUR/day
Mini Cooper

7 Days rental at 178.55 EUR from 20/11/2023

  3 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Seat Leon

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 25.92 EUR/day
Seat Leon

7 Days rental at 181.48 EUR from 20/11/2023

  3 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Seat Leon

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 26.85 EUR/day
Seat Leon

7 Days rental at 187.95 EUR from 20/11/2023

  3 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Toyota Aygo

4 Adults, 3 Doors

From 27.23 EUR/day
Toyota Aygo

7 Days rental at 190.65 EUR from 20/11/2023

  2 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Seat Ibiza

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 28.25 EUR/day
Seat Ibiza

7 Days rental at 197.76 EUR from 20/11/2023

  2 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Useful to know about Marbella

  • Marbella hosts a WTA clay tennis championship.
  • Until a German prince’s Rolls Royce broke down there in the 1940s, the town was a sleepy little hamlet. He saw it’s potential and bought up land to develop for tourists.
  • Osama Bin Laden was a regular visitor as a guest of Prince Fahd.
  • Sean Connery was once an international spokesman for the town.
  • Marbella has the highest number of celebrity residents in Spain including Antonio Banderas, Dolph Lundgren and James Hewitt.

 

Popular car hire destinations in Marbella

  • Arias Maldonado
  • Plaza de los Naranjos
  • Plaza Delfin
  • Puerto Banus
  • Avda. Ricardo Soriano

Best car rental companies in Marbella

8.8
No.1: SIXT,
based on 4268 reviews
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89
81
88
91
18 min (average wait time)
8.4
No.2: EUROPCAR,
based on 4208 reviews
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84
79
84
87
21 min (average wait time)
8.3
No.4: KEDDY BY EUROPCAR,
based on 1226 reviews
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86
20 min (average wait time)

Marbella car hire information

  • 8.8/10
    Best Rated Agent:
    Sixt EMEA Corporate
  • € 191.17
    Average price:
    (per week)
  • € 27.31
    Best Price:
    Per Week
  • 24
    Most Popular Type:
    Compact
  • 5
    Most popular model:
    Seat Leon
  • 75
    Total Cars Available
     

Average prices per day in Marbella

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January€ 45
February€ 40
March€ 51
April€ 58
May€ 61
June€ 66
July€ 82
August€ 75
September€ 55
October€ 51
November€ 41
December€ 55
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January€ 39
February€ 34
March€ 43
April€ 47
May€ 53
June€ 57
July€ 73
August€ 64
September€ 47
October€ 44
November€ 34
December€ 50
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January€ 107
February€ 111
March€ 121
April€ 125
May€ 96
June€ 142
July€ 122
August€ 129
September€ 122
October€ 114
November€ 107
December€ 112
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January€ 56
February€ 53
March€ 60
April€ 75
May€ 63
June€ 89
July€ 98
August€ 84
September€ 65
October€ 58
November€ 51
December€ 70
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January€ 113
February€ 76
March€ 99
April€ 152
May€ 143
June€ 153
July€ 285
August€ 306
September€ 170
October€ 138
November€ 102
December€ 130
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January€ 35
February€ 31
March€ 40
April€ 40
May€ 49
June€ 49
July€ 61
August€ 55
September€ 42
October€ 41
November€ 31
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January€ 69
February€ 60
March€ 79
April€ 99
May€ 77
June€ 98
July€ 143
August€ 134
September€ 90
October€ 74
November€ 75
December€ 80
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January€ 47
February€ 44
March€ 61
April€ 57
May€ 80
June€ 76
July€ 90
August€ 86
September€ 68
October€ 64
November€ 48
December€ 54

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