Costa del Sol · Benalmádena
Benalmádena, a white hillside village and a modern coast
A municipality with three faces: the white Benalmádena Pueblo on the hill, the modern coastal strip with one of the best-known marinas on the coast, and a good connection to Málaga Airport, under twenty minutes away.
Location and character
Where Benalmádena is and what makes it special
Benalmádena lies between Málaga and Fuengirola, with the airport fifteen to twenty minutes' drive away. The municipality consists of the hillside village of Benalmádena Pueblo, the coastal town of Benalmádena Costa, and the neighbourhood of Arroyo de la Miel in between.
What life is like here
From village to marina
Benalmádena Pueblo is one of the best-known white villages on the coast, with narrow streets, sea views, and a calmer pace than the coast below.
By the sea, everything revolves around Puerto Marina, one of the most photogenic marinas in Spain, surrounded by restaurants, apartments, and the beach.
The municipality is also known for its attractions, such as a cable car to the top of the Calamorro, a zoo, and theme parks, giving Benalmádena a family-friendly character alongside its quieter parts.
The property market
What you'll find for your budget
Apartments on the coast
Around Puerto Marina and along the promenade, plenty of apartments, from compact to spacious, with strong summer rental demand.
Homes in the hillside village
Characterful houses and apartments in Benalmádena Pueblo, with coastal views and a calmer living environment.
Who it suits
Buyers who want the airport nearby, families who value amenities, and investors targeting the marina location.
Investment perspective
Benalmádena in numbers
+14%
Average value growth per year
45%+
International buyers
€3,200
Average price per m²
320+
Sunny days per year
Indicative figures for 2025, based on market reports and Nexo Estates' own transactions. No guarantee of future value development.
Popular areas
Popular areas in Benalmádena
Benalmádena consists of several distinct areas, each with its own character and type of property. Below are some of the most sought-after locations within the region:
Benalmádena Pueblo
The white village on the hill, with narrow streets, sea views, and a calmer pace than the coast.
Puerto Marina and Benalmádena Costa
The lively marina and the coastal strip around it, with apartments within walking distance of the beach and restaurants.
Arroyo de la Miel
The more local, affordable part of the municipality, with good connections and everyday amenities.
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