Fuengirola
Holiday stays in Fuengirola and Los Boliches
Fuengirola is a town on the western Costa del Sol, in the province of Málaga. Its Los Boliches neighbourhood, a former fishing quarter, brings together the beach, the seafront promenade and a train station within a few minutes' walk, and Málaga Airport is about 30 minutes away by direct train (line C-1).
Los Boliches: where it is and what it is like
Los Boliches is a neighbourhood of Fuengirola, a former fishing quarter that is now a residential area by the sea. It has its own beach, the seafront promenade and a Cercanías station (line C-1). A supermarket, cafés and restaurants are within walking distance. It is a good base for guests who want the beach and everyday services without relying on a car.
Beach and seafront promenade
Fuengirola's coastline is divided into seven urban beaches, all reachable from the seafront promenade. Los Boliches beach and the promenade are about 350 m (a 5-minute walk) from the Terraza Fuengirola penthouse, and the marina is 1.2 km further along the promenade.
The C-1 train and getting around without a car
Cercanías Málaga line C-1 links Málaga Centro-Alameda with Fuengirola, calling at the airport, Benalmádena-Arroyo de la Miel and Los Boliches, and ends at Fuengirola station. From Los Boliches station there are direct trains to Málaga Airport (about 30 minutes) and to Málaga city (about 45 minutes). Local buses connect Fuengirola with Benalmádena and Mijas. Current timetables and frequency are available from Renfe Cercanías.
From Málaga Airport to Fuengirola
Fuengirola is about 33 km south-west of Málaga city and is connected to it and to its airport by the A-7 motorway, the AP-7 toll motorway and the C-1 train. From the airport there are two usual options: the direct C-1 train to Los Boliches (about 30 minutes) or a car (about 25 minutes to the Terraza Fuengirola penthouse).
What to do nearby
About 10 minutes by car from the Terraza Fuengirola penthouse are Sohail Castle, a Moorish fortress beside the mouth of the Fuengirola river, and the Bioparc. Fuengirola holds a street market on Tuesdays at the fairground. Benalmádena and Puerto Marina are about 15 minutes by car, Mijas Pueblo about 20 and Marbella about 30.
Stays in Fuengirola
In Fuengirola, RentiGlobal manages the Terraza Fuengirola penthouse on its owner's behalf: 180 m², five bedrooms, three bathrooms, a sea-view terrace, four garage spaces and room for 12 guests, 350 m from Los Boliches beach. Before sending a booking request you see the total price and the cancellation policy of that property.
Key facts
- Municipality
- Fuengirola, province of Málaga (Andalusia)
- Area
- Western Costa del Sol
- Population
- 85,211 inhabitants (INE, 2025)
- Distance to Málaga city
- about 33 km
- Train
- Cercanías C-1: Los Boliches and Fuengirola
- Urban beaches
- 7
Frequently asked questions
Where is Los Boliches?
Los Boliches is a neighbourhood of Fuengirola, in the province of Málaga, on the Costa del Sol. It has a beach, a seafront promenade and a Cercanías station on line C-1.
How do I get from Málaga Airport to Los Boliches?
By direct C-1 train to Los Boliches station in about 30 minutes, or by car in about 25 minutes to the Terraza Fuengirola penthouse.
Do I need a car in Fuengirola?
From Los Boliches you can walk to the beach (about 5 minutes from the Terraza Fuengirola penthouse), a supermarket, cafés and restaurants, and there is a train to Málaga and its airport. For Sohail Castle, the Bioparc or Mijas Pueblo a car is the most direct option (about 10 to 20 minutes).
How long is the train from Los Boliches to Málaga?
About 45 minutes to Málaga city on the direct C-1 train.
How many beaches does Fuengirola have?
Fuengirola has seven urban beaches, all reachable from the seafront promenade.
Which stays are available in Fuengirola?
Terraza Fuengirola: a 180 m² penthouse in Los Boliches with five bedrooms, three bathrooms, a sea-view terrace and room for 12 guests. RentiGlobal manages it on behalf of its owner, who is the landlord.