I WAS SURPRISED! I visit all 3 resorts in one day. Which is best as a day trip from Malaga?

[@steve-marsh]

Fantastic comparison, I've never been to any of these so it was great to see what they were like. The beauty of Málaga is it's an interesting city with beaches as well, so I think the only one that would tear me away for a day trip would be Benalmádena, just to ride that fantastic cable car! Cheers Scott.

[@RobinPalmerTV]

Boys trip away needed!

[@jaythomson7220]

oh it's a good day indeed, Literally just finished watching Steve Marshes Canada trip video and refreshed and up your video popped, always a good start to the day when Scott pops up!

[@PlanesTrainsEverything]

I'm glad to hear I start your day off well!

[@wbodenham]

It’s the other way round, Malaga makes the best day trip from all of the resorts.

[@rogertemple7193]

I'm really enjoying watching your videos and the places that you visit take care and thank you.🇬🇧🫡🫡🇬🇧

[@GarciaOlli]

OMG!! At 9:28 there was the street where my parents had owned a house in Benalmádena for more than 30 years! We spent every single summer break there ever since I was a little toddler. So many fond memories came back watching your footage. Sadly, my dad had to sell the house back in 2011. Feeling nostalgic now… thank you for the great work!!

[@Fan652w]

Very interesting video, Scott! I would definitely prefer Benelmadena. I love cable cars, and the splendid views you get from the top!

[@TonyErgonie]

I was in Fuengirola two weeks ago, lovely spot. The castle is nice and there's some good mountains for a hike.

[@elaineheath1962]

I think that, like the majority of Mediterranean resorts, if it’s sunny and you enjoy the beach, you will have a great time in any of the three.

[@normacollinson8196]

Oh gosh, I love this area! Thanks for bringing back some lovely memories. You are definitely right to pick Benalmadena. Next time you are there you must visit Paloma Park and the fabulous marina. Parque de la Bateria in Torremolinos is also lovely.

[@MickFialkowski]

Cool vid! Thanks for the Benalmadena Cable Car review - will try that for sure now when I'm there!

[@martind8963]

I flew from Edinburgh to Torremolinos with an ex girlfriend in 2014. We walked along the coast towards Benalmadena and the seafront with lots of lovely yauchts sitting in the harbour. It was quite pleasant there I thought although we never went to the cable car! Sadly, I share the same sentiment as you, I didn't find there was a lot to do there and it certainly wasn't as pleasant as visiting S'illot, Majorca a few years before that. We were that bored, we decided to take the train across to Málaga for the day, which was far nicer. I wished we booked a stay there instead! I don't think I would go back to Torremolinos but then again I'm not in a great state to travel far anymore, especially by myself, so I enjoy those many travel videos that you post!

[@GillianLloyd77]

Benalmadena for me. Love the beaches, the traditional restaurants in Arroyo and the whitewashed pueblo😍

[@RobinLaw-e1c]

Been to all three many times, last time being last March. You missed the best bit of all, La Carihuela on the paseo between Torremolinos and Benalmadena. Strictly still in Torremolinos. Very Spanish and a village-like chilled feel. You must go back!

[@frankoveberg3859]

yeah paseo! and the beautiful park de la paloma! 🌞and puerto deportivo! benalmadena has it all! scott ! it`s your favorite! but you missed👆go back👍

[@WaineYam]

The Beach walk (and back) between the two resorts is stunning for sure

[@sandramarcelabechanpoblaci5043]

Yes! You missed the best of Torremolinos. My daughter and I were there this June and we had a blast. They have excellent Flamenco shows, you can choose among many excellent restaurants to eat at the shore, after a day at the beach. "Hamacas" with umbrellas are decently priced at 6 euros for the full day, and having the train station in the middle of town, while seamless, is extremely convenient to head to Malaga or any other town/stop for the day. The local bus station/stops are also very conveniently located, walking distance within town, and many tours to relevant historic places, such as Granada, Sevilla, Cordoba, etc. pick up tourists close to Torremolinos train station. Also, Torremolinos is a shot away from Malaga's airport. Something we always consider, as we travel from the US. Oh... and I was forgetting more... Some of the best icecream and shopping we have enjoyed. And hotels are excellently priced in the center of town. We loved Torremolinos!!

[@wendlit]

That was an amazing cable car ride! 👍👏😁😬😳

[@michaelellard4664]

Torremolinos is excellent for walking and as I was recovering from illness I got up every morning walking along the prom. Brilliant.

[@Eurobazz]

Torremolinos is the best town of the three Scott. I was staying in Torremolinos in January. The RENFE Cercanías (C) 1 station is centrally located allowing for ease of travel into Málaga Ciudad, Málaga airport station and also to Málaga Maria Zambrano station for high-speed services to many destinations. A day trip to Seville is possible. I also used the bus from Torremolinos to Ronda and returned by three different trains on the same day. It's also possible to fly on a day trip to Melilla if you book up in advance. Accommodation is marginally cheaper in Torremolinos than Màlaga Ciudad also. For me, the geography of Benalmádena turned me off the place because the C1 line veers too far inland away from the coast. As for Fuengirola, the station isn't nice and there was nothing in the town that I liked. Give me Torremolinos any time!!!

[@TomSUGNET]

There is also another Cercanías train station in Benalmádena at Torremuelle

[@Gavaldo]

It’s a complete dump! Dirty and nasty. Ok if all you want to do is drink as there’s nothing to actually see or do there. It’s exactly what Scott said only food and drink but nothing to see or do there. ✌️👍✌️

[@grl9917]

Torremolinos is physically the ugliest of the three. Benalmádena is more upscale. Fuengirola is a bit more authentically Spanish. Buildings need an update in Torremolinos. But it’s probably the most vibrant nightlife, especially for LGB community.

[@kennethmohan7637]

Great vid Scott of all the years going to Malaga I never knew of the cable car. Now Fuengirola is another story. Was walked around that bloody market with sun burned feet and legs in 30 odd degree heat. I can still feel the pain but the wife was happy buying her tat that day

[@stephenmardon6781]

Thanks Scott for sharing your adventures. Really inspiring.

[@capercally]

I stayed in Fuengirola on a 2 week holiday back in 2007. I was only 17 at the time and travelled with my family. My aunt, uncle and cousins were on holiday in Torremolinos at the same time so we caught the train to visit them. Public transport is good in the Costa Del Sol. I was on the cable car during the holiday too. Another nice place to visit in Fuengirola is the castle, great views from the top, Gary

[@chriswilcox1270]

Fuengirola for me, the restaurants on the beach were just the best.

[@iantheblue8581]

I've been to all three and prefer torremolinos as a base. i walk out to the marina in benalmadena and sometimes get the train to fuengarola to market. The way of life put on the coast is brilliant

[@hazels27]

I think all three resorts would look different in the full tourist season. Handy that you can easily get along the coast though. Been to Torremolinos and Belalmadena but not Fuengirola. Nerja is attractive with some caves nearby. Look forward to next video. Thank you.

[@HelenMorton-sq3tp]

You should have walked along La Carihuela from Torremolinos into Benalmádena Marina. It’s a lovely mile long walk . Pity you missed some of the best walkways in that area

[@RobinLaw-e1c]

He certainly did!😂

[@narabdela]

Yep. you can easily walk along the front from Torremolinos to Benelmadena.

[@allysonblack5984]

I didn’t like Torromolinos either. I prefer Fuengirola it’s got a more authentic Spanish feel, lovely shops and I loved the zoo. Great video Scott. I love the variety 9f your trips.

[@irishman6124]

Fuengirola is my favourite. Flat ground.the town is beside the beach..unlike the other 2

[@ianchristopherson1973]

Great video, i love all 3, my parents lived in Fuengirola for 20 years, you cant judge it in a few hrs, need a couple of days in each place.

[@johngreenhalgh4428]

One of the nicest things I find is just the walk between Torremolinos and Benalmadena on the costal path, and it's easy to get a bus back. The Parque de la Paloma in Benalmadena is lovely too, just a short walk down from the Arroyo de Miel station. The castle in Fuengirola is worth a visit, if just for the views. Lots to do down there and all within easy reach of Malaga which these days has become one of the best cities in Spain to visit.

[@ukdavepianoman]

Not been to any...but Benelmadena would get my vote simply for the cable car. Can't beat some great views. Great video.

[@Meow-ee9zo]

Fuengirola has a zipline from the castle to the beach ;)

[@johnreid3753]

Belemadena was nice we stayed there couple years back in globeles just texted to the beach awesome content scott

[@rossmcgarrie9787]

From what I’ve seen here it looks really nice YES but I still prefer Portugal 🇵🇹🇪🇺 which I hope you will visit again in the future mate. 👍

[@johnledingham852]

Yep Scottie, I agree with your choice of the three also. Thanks for another great video mate. Keep 'em coming!

[@stevedavis6879]

Toramelinos shopping, fuengarola the beaches, benalmadena chilling in the evening .

[@boabaloab]

Thanks

[@PlanesTrainsEverything]

Boabaloab - what a great name. Many thanks for your support.

[@eileenmclean1274]

Thanks Scott. Lovely video. You really do make us laugh, with your drill comments. Keep them coming. ❤❤

[@xix94]

My fav channel for travel

[@raybisbey42]

Busters bar in Fuengirola is owned by a Scottish lady, (and her English husband).

[@alanbaird82]

Yep correct answer Benalmadena is a fantastic place,particularly the bottom end on the way out to Fuengirola,past the sail roundabout!

[@dodietheprodie]

Love the area having stayed in them all my favourite is Fuengirola and Mijas but Málaga is a Stunning city great vid keep them coming.👏👏👏

[@6yjjk]

I visited Torremolinos once, got a couple of hundred metres from the station and it was all loud Brits getting wasted and turning pink. Got the next train back to Malaga.

[@douglasgreen437]

The same as you then🤡

[@6yjjk]

@@douglasgreen437 Apart from the "loud", "getting wasted" and "turning pink" parts, yep.

[@sandiandgregh]

That cable car looked amazing with incredible views. The walk to the top after looked, wellll, a bit dodgy at least to my poor old knees. When you said "Should we climb those stairs to the top?", Greg and I said to each other "If this was a @steve-marsh video, that answer would be a definite yes." And, of course, you said "yes", too. :) Hey, did we miss you requiring a coffee for cruising altitude in today's video? #youtuberbingocard

[@chrissansom2188]

Great video. I have been to all 3 places myself and enjoyed them all. Thanks for sharing. Cheers 🍻

[@DeborahMcGregor-w2f]

I absolutely love that whole coastline….Fuengirola market is fantastic, such a shame you weren’t there on the day it was on! A beautiful part of the world!

[@chriscoughlan5221]

Market News to me, I've been to Fuengirola loads of times and never seen a market Mind you there's a big one in Algeciras

[@DeborahMcGregor-w2f]

@@chriscoughlan5221 it’s along towards Los Boliches Station…would say about half way between the two…great place!

[@chriscoughlan5221]

@@DeborahMcGregor-w2f what day/s of the week?

[@radgybenno]

​@@chriscoughlan5221market on Tuesday, car boot type market on Saturday same place.

[@RockyEarthGuy]

Fantastic vlog, thanks for sharing! My 1st choice is Fuengirola followed by Benalmádena a close 2nd. Both places have great restaurants & hotels!

[@agn855]

As a child I had my first potato crisps (salty, made with olive oil) at the beach of Fuengirola, while the filthy rich had their Champagne and caviar in Málaga 😂 A A day at the beach and my tan looked like that of a native Spaniard (well, skin cancer wasn’t that much of a topic at that time)...

[@pc6365]

We had a place in benalmadena and visited several times a year and while there we would visit both Torrremolinos and fuengerola. All good spots for different reasons but for us Benalmadena comes out on top. They have a fantastic marina with wonderful restaurants. You also have La Carihuela which is just wonferfull.

[@helengiddings267]

I enjoyed that. You make me laugh 😂

[@greencell1968]

Another great video. Technically that's a gondola right enough, not a cable car, they're fundamentally different.

[@Tomanart]

Another great video, well done😊

[@joannharrington2279]

The cable car was pretty cool. Going over the highway was nuts. I have to remember to visit Spain in May.

[@ammcox]

The market area had an international food fair on two weeks before your visit.

[@alanblundell393]

Hi Scott I enjoy videos it's great because watching yr travels I can save money and go on any more holidays abroad Al

[@Theme.Park.Global]

Really enjoyed this Scott.

[@MikeS29]

Arroyo de la Miel is Benalmadena's stop. Our house is near the El Pinillo station, so halfway between Torremolinos' downtown and Arroyo de la Miel.

[@stellatownson7972]

I live in Calahonda, and often catch the train to all of these places. Benalmadena has a lovely port, beautiful butterfly park ,also you can catch a boat and go on a two hr trip to see the dolphins . Torremolinos nice but very hilly, you can always catch the lift from the bottom back up to the top, cost 50c well worth it. Fuengirola good for food and night life, also they have a small harbour,with lovely restaurants and cafes not expensive. I love Benalmadena Bonanza square , great place with lots of tapa’s bars.

[@garymcgregor7048]

Not quite butlins Filey in the 70s on the gondola but amazing views 🙈👍👍

[@taxi134-y1q]

Love Fuengirola/Los Boliches.Spend a couple of months of the year there.

[@irishman6124]

Fuengirola is my favourite

[@elainebruce3593]

Love Malaga and I live in Arroyo de la Miel Benalmádena. Best place.

[@martinpearson572]

I stayed in benalmadena for a week about 15 years ago was nice and did manage to walk to fuengirola along the beach. I liked both places in their own way. Where I was staying had loads of elephant Statues.

[@J1GM-o9o]

4:30 No need to remove the UK plaque because you're coming inside again, the weather outside was terrible!

[@nicolegingras5771]

Bonjour, Here in Québec, we also eat beans for breakfast with eggs and bacon. Influence of british colanisiation I suppose. I was in Torremolinos one year ago and love it. Thank’s a lot for your rewiew! Au revoir ! ✈️

[@calow123]

Enjoyed this one Scott and I’ve basically done what you did on the train to Malaga and then in to each resort. I agree Benalmadena is very family orientated and my children had a wonderful evening at Tivoli World one beautiful warm evening a few years ago. I’m with you as regards Torremolinos. Bars shops and not much more. I did enjoy Fuengirola as I found it appeared to have a little more on the Iines of history and traditional buildings with the Spanish tiles which I love. That cable car and the birds of prey experience at the top is a real treat and so I’ll go with you as regards which is best 👍

[@grl9917]

Living in Mijas Costa and visiting the three towns frequently, they all have their special flair. Torremolinos is physically the ugliest of the three, but has the best restaurants and nightlife, especially for GLB+ community. Benalmádena is the most upscale and family oriented. Fuengirola has the best beach and is more authentically Spanish. They are all worth day trips from Málaga.

[@shug3481]

Done all three but from feungerola you can visit Mia’s in the hills.❤

[@michaellawrence9559]

Been going to benelmadena for last couple of years love the place especially down the central part loads to do , we walked to Fuengirola it’s a great walk , totally agree with you on Torremolinos it’s not the best out of them all

[@paulemajer5634]

I'd say Benalmadena, as I did own a bar there in Arroyo

[@noahcount7132]

Based solely upon what you featured in this video, Scott, my first choice is the same as yours, and I wouldn't bother with either of the other two destinations at all. 👍

[@deanchapman8323]

Benalmadena is in 3 parts. The beach area is costa the middle area is miel and the best part which u didnt visit is the old town pueblo which is absolutely stunnin. Benalmadena for me all day long beautiful place on the south coast

[@AhmedBayoumy1]

Just saying, love your videos, bro Please keep going

[@nicolaryan9485]

I have only been Benalmádena and aqua land in Torremolinos excellent comparison 👏👏👏

[@imsbvs]

Some years ago I stayed at Torremolinos for an off season short break, railway station is very conveniently located and overall was happy with the place. Didn't go to the beach, but did hire a car and day trip to Gibraltar. Not visited the other two, but do feel Benalmedena's cable car would be a great attraction on one of the super hot summer days that do occur in Andalucia. Shame could not see the African coast, too far I guess.

[@ianmacfarlaine]

I find myself these days playing the Scott Drinking Game. Been awake more than 24 hours? 2 shots. Mentions Steve Marsh? 1 shot. Bumps into Steve Marsh? 5 shots. Hotel not ensuite? 3 shots. Target restaurant / attraction is closed? 4 shots. Gets asked by a local for directions? 1 shot (it's ubiquitous). Tastes some food and looks apprehensive/contemplative while chewing, followed by a distinct repeated nod of approval? 5 shots. Drinks or points out a Peroni? Take a shot followed by a Peron!

[@StephenRandall-x6s]

We have stayed in Benalmadena twice now a few years ago, there are also a couple of nice parks away from the main areas, one has a lake and a library building and lots of greenery think its called parc de las palomas and the other lots of trees etc, we tend to walk around the local areas and its surprising what you come across. One visit we walked to Fuengirola which I think is about 8km and it was definitely more built up from previous visit and you pass a massive holiday complex think tui own it. but its a pleasant if longish walk along the front. In Fuengirola did you spot the monument on the beach front as you enter which has a large pesetas coin symbol in it. (assuming its still there ). We walked to Torremolinos and found it quite built up and seemed alot busier in what seemed like a smaller area than Benalmadena although I did read somewhere that Benalmadena has the largest social housing for ex-pats and locals in Europe. Perhaps someone else may know if this is true or not. We will definitely re-visit this are since we were last there in 2015.

[@alanlake5220]

Nice review, surprised by lack of sun at the beginning, and not many people about .

[@BIGV710]

I have delivered food to a ICELAND store in Fuengirola been there 7 times and always parked up where them motorhomes are parked its a great place nice food and beer

[@gregorymiller7828]

Thanks Scott, are they cork trees?

[@bill1036]

Torremolinos every time mate. Have stayed in all three and Fuengirola would be my third choice, Benalmadena second and Torremolinos first. The piece you filmed on the beach there was right outside the best hotel in the town, The Melia Costa Del Sol. Plus, you're just around the rocky outcrop of La Carahuela. A must see town.

[@wayne5240]

Great video mate.. if you like cable cars like me there’s a fantastic one in turkey oludeniz can watch the paragliding takeoffs from the top 2000 feet up unbelievable scenery too overlooking the blue lagoon.

[@ianlove1215]

I did like "La Casa De Sherlock Holmes" across from where you had breakfast. Being able to watch Peterborough vs Oxford in Torremolinos made me smile!! Def aimed at ex pats! They have a cable car similar at Matlock Bath. It is shorter & only has 4 cars, so of course there is a slight pause when you are midway as the cars at top & bottom are stop. If it is breezy it can get unnerving as it sways!!! The Bioparc is def not worth, small, takes about an hour to walk around.

[@ChristineAtkins-h4n]

Fengrola everytime

[@dominikschmalstieg2912]

5:48 I always found it interesting: in catholic or protestant churches men should take your hat off, in orthodox churches women should cover their hair and in synagogues men should wear a kippah or a hat. It can sometimes be a little confusing. Add on for orthodox churches: I've seen it often in Romania or Russia, that women had a scarf ready in their handbag, and just put it on before entering the church.

[@annrimmington9248]

I've been to all three and I loved the Market in Fuengirola (when it's on) Benalmadena for the Marina and Paloma Park and Torremolinos as you said for drinks and food. Benalmadena has my vote and also a must for someone my age a mobility scooter it's very hilly. 🅰️❌

[@debbie3155]

wow, watched your video. very surprised on the Benalmadena visit, you didnt show the viewers the marina, voted at one time number #1 in the world, this may have swayed viewers into visiting .....speechless.

[@deadsinner2004]

Just as a matter of interest, that sign you pointed out, 'Paseo Marítimo' doesn't refer to to the garden behind the wall. It means the seafront promenade...

[@steveb1086]

We didn't rate Torremolinos, went in March 22 and was cold nothing much opened. More to see in Benalmadena which we liked. Fuengerola had a nice beach and great town with bars and restaurants.

[@thelmadavidson1492]

Torremolinos!❤

[@katbar6066]

I spent 4 days in Fuengirola in a trip to Spain lasting 8 weeks. It was the worst place EVER. It was full of low class Brits who went to live there because it was cheap. Unfortunately many of the Hotels catered to them with Big British Fry Ups for Breakfast, Indian Take aways and shops selling English food and goods and cheap crap. I enjoyed Malaga, loved Madrid, Seville, Cordoba & Granada and absolutely adored Barcelona.

[@ScottishMancave]

Scott big fan of the channel. you should go to the village of Nerja, it’s better than all 3 of the resorts you visited, very traditional Spanish village.

[@andrewdavies8954]

Which is the best .one thing is for sure ,"none of the above"

[@SimonsVids222]

The best day trip is surely Torremolinos due to the location of the train station - not everyone likes to walk for miles Scott lol

[@moneycash-wg7wp]

Having been down the C1 line myself, I didn't even go to Torremolinos because it didn't look worth it, I thought Fuengirola was a big tourist trap which lacked any sort of Spanish character, and I thought Benalmadena was pretty nice (although I didn't see the seafront), with the cable car being fantastic (except it seemed to stop on the steepest, highest bits, which is a bit nerve-wracking).

[@scotbotvideos]

Dude, Fuengirola is the most Spanish of all, particularly the Los Boliches end. In August it's heaving with Spaniards on their month-long holidays.

[@robertofraser101]

Hi scotf your a comedian years Ago i went for 2/ 3 summers in fungerola @ hotel angela where the pool overlooking the sea amazing and it wasnt expensive the train i been on at the time was so cheap compared too uk rail then it was a a crazy price a couple of euros or so return anyway thanks for taking me down menory lane cheers 🍻

[@TravelMaster69]

Torremolinos better beach around headland La Carihuela. Benalmadena also has 3 parts The Pueblo.

[@billalexander4318]

It has to be Benalmádena. It's got Lewis's (Celtic) bar. 💚

[@John-qq8he]

The market operates every Tuesday. Pity you missed it as it's always well worth a visit.

[@alistairwade258]

We love Malaga province but we've stayed inland in villages like Gaucin, Competa and Frigiliana. More authentic Spanish experience.

[@history_leisure]

If they can get Tivoli World back open, even as a Legoland or other IP attached (since the plans for one in Charleroi got canned), I'd take your word for it

[@stevecaldwell9001]

Tivoli world was closed in the 80s

[@glumonion1454]

I see these places as one as a continuous sprawl out of Málaga more or less coastal suburbs. Not unusual in Mediterranean Spain and each one not unpleasant, certainly more pleasant than the overrated Marbella down the coast although I love the Old Town there. Out of these three it’s pretty much impossible to choose a favourite and depends on personal circumstances, but for me I would choose Benalmádena as close to the border with La Carihuela or the other way round. Maybe the area around the Hotel Aramagua would be best for me.

[@robinwbarrett]

Cannot argue with your analysis for a day trip though I ❤Fuengirola

[@saltaireorangebicyclechopp8555]

Malaga went way upmarket in the past decade but so has Torremolinos too, who remembers combat alley? 😂 Although it'll never be beautiful it's got a bit of charm now that a large amount is traffic free. I agree with another commenter, the best bit is the long walk around the headland to Benelmadena. Still, IMO, all 3 are brutally unnatractive.

[@Joker-2131]

good quick walk around all 3, but missing alot from each, 2 big attractions in torremolinos are the crocodile park and the aquapark (water park) at the top (I am still waiting for one of them crocodiles to escape and get into the waterpark 🤣) Also torremolinos is a huge LGBT hub at night if that tics your box. Benalmadena also has Selwo marina with dolphins and other Marine animals (Dont agree with it but still a big one) between the town center and the beach is paloma Park and makes for a good time burner. Shame to see Tivoli the way it is, You actually got an areal shot of my old shop in the western/cowboy area of the park.