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El Cielo Azul

2.0 star property
Travelers find serenity at this peaceful getaway where sunny days by the pool transition into cozy evenings gathered around a warm, crackling fireplace.

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El Cielo Azul, near Castillo Árabe, offers a peaceful atmosphere with a poolside bar, sunny terrace, and welcoming lobby fireplace. Guests can explore nearby hiking and biking trails or relax in the garden on the grounds.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is SAR 362
SAR 398 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr

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Twin Room, Terrace (3) | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Terrace (3)

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room (2)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room (1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (4)

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room (5)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Álora, El Cielo Azul is near a train station. Castillo Árabe and Bobastro Ruins are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Botanical Garden of cacti and other succulents 'Mora i Bravard' and Embalses Guadalhorce-Guadalteba. El Chorro Gorge and The Gorge of Gaintanes are two other places to visit that come recommended. Enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing, mountain biking, and cave exploring, or hop on a bike rental nearby and explore all the area has to offer. Visit our Álora travel guide
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Map
Calle Callejones 5, Barriada La Estación, Álora, Málaga, 29510

What's nearby

  • Port of Malaga
    Port of Malaga
    37 min drive - 48.8 km
  • Malagueta Beach
    Malagueta Beach
    38 min drive - 49.2 km
  • Carihuela Beach
    Carihuela Beach
    39 min drive - 53.3 km
  • Puerto Marina Benalmádena
    Benalmadena Marina
    41 min drive - 55.1 km
  • Castillo Árabe
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Álora Station
    3 min walk
  • Malaga Airport (AGP)
    66 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bar Marín
    3 min drive
  • El Rincón Del Mohino
    8 min drive
  • El Cascarero
    2 min drive
  • Restaurante Entre valles
    8 min drive
  • La Taberna De Alora
    19 min walk

About this property

El Cielo Azul

Bed & breakfast near Castillo Árabe
You can look forward to free self-serve breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace at El Cielo Azul. Active travelers can enjoy hiking/biking at this bed & breakfast. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a fireplace in the lobby.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
Room features
All guestrooms at El Cielo Azul feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and espresso makers.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 10 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number H/MA/02235

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

El Cielo Azul Álora
El Cielo Azul Bed & breakfast
El Cielo Azul Bed & breakfast Álora

Frequently asked questions

Does El Cielo Azul have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at El Cielo Azul?

As of 28 Rabiʻ I 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Cielo Azul on 8 Rabiʻ II 2026 start from SAR 362, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is El Cielo Azul pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 10 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at El Cielo Azul?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at El Cielo Azul?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is El Cielo Azul located?

Situated in Álora, this bed & breakfast is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Castillo Árabe and within 12 mi (20 km) of El Chorro Gorge and The Gorge of Gaintanes. Botanical Garden of cacti and other succulents 'Mora i Bravard' and Ardales Park are also within 16 mi (25 km). Álora Station is only a 3-minute walk.

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Reviews

El Cielo Azul Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirstie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An incredible property with stacks of original features. Immaculately clean. Olivier was so welcoming, friendly and helpful. Breakfast was fresh and great continental selection. Bar selection was good (although we didn’t partake) Garden and pool were lovely too. We would definitely return. Totally recommend. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catarina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at Del Cielo Azul in February, just after the storms had passed through Portugal and Spain. The day we arrived was still a bit stormy, but the next morning the sky was beautifully blue exactly living up to the name. It was a little too cold to use the pool at that time of year, but the setting was still lovely and peaceful. The hotel feels like an old house that has been thoughtfully converted into a small guesthouse. It has a lot of personality and charm — definitely not a generic or chain-style hotel. It’s super quiet, which we really appreciated. The host was incredibly kind and helpful, giving us directions and recommendations for the area, especially for hiking Caminito del Rey, which was one of the main reasons for our visit. The bathroom takes a little time for the hot water to fully heat up, but once it does, the shower is very good and comfortable. The only small improvement I would suggest is providing a bit more shampoo and shower gel the portions were quite small. Breakfast was okay, but dinner was surprisingly excellent. I had the chicken and it was genuinely delicious. There’s also a dog and a cat on the property, they don’t interfere at all, just add to the character of the place. Parking is available at the back of the property, which was convenient. Overall, it’s a charming, quiet, personality-filled stay especially ideal if you’re visiting for hiking in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristiane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Olivier made our stay a fantastic experience. He is a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very welcoming host, space is clean and comfortable. Would happily stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mikael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hieno aamiaismajoitus

Siisti, yksilöllinen huone. Erittäin mukava ja ystävällinen henkilökunta. Herkullinen aamiainen jossa erilaisia vaihtoehtoja makuelämysten yhdistelyyn. Siisti sisäpiha jossa mukava istua illallakin. Yllätyksenä keittiö oli auki illalla ja pystyi tilaamaan ruokaannoksia sekä juotavaa.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Katharina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wir waren für eine Nacht hier, nach einer Wanderung auf dem Caminito del Rey. Die Unterkunft ist landestypisch und liebevoll eingerichtet. Das Bad ist neu und die Zimmer sind geräumig. Das Frühstück war lecker und man kann draußen im hübsch gestalteten Garten sitzen. Der Ort Arola ist ebenfalls sehenswert. Es ist ein hübsches Bergdorf und liegt in einem schönen grünen Tal. Beim nächsten Mal bleiben wir länger.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pernilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Väldigt mysigt och god middag på kvällen. Fin frukost. Lyhört men det gör inget. Finns bara 5 rum. Väldigt trevlig värd
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Oliver was super nice host. Room was top notch. Hotel has an amazing picturesque garden with pool. Lots of fruit trees in the garden. We are vegetarian and Oliver made sure to provide a great breakfast for us.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Erinomainen palvelu ja kaikki toimi hienosti. Kaunis talo ja miljöö
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely hotel and would rate it higher than a 2 star. It was spotlessly clean, open and airy. Good air conditioning. Nice gardens and pool. Felt very homely and friendly. Breakfast was fresh and good choices. With fresh fruit, pancakes bread and meats. Plenty of parking at the property and just around the corner. Was very safe. Staff were great, friendly, hard working and would help with where to dine and activities. Nothing too much bother. Train station very close, giving easy access to surrounding towns and cities. You could walk into Alora but it was very up hill. Or short drive.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

An

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastsch verblijf in El Cielo Azul. Gastheer Olivier was de beste gastheer ooit! Het ontbijtbuffet uitgebreid en heerlijke pannenkoeken. Uiterst nette b&b. De omgeving zeer mooi. Wil je naar het centrum van Alora, verwacht je aan een steile korte wandeling. Veel leuke activiteiten in de omgeving.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful House

Lovely couple run this B&B from Belgium, Gave great local advice on where to eat and visit, cooked great food including breakfast. Beautiful historic house by the station but didn't notice the trains which run quietly.
Olivier and Chung the very friendly dog
Photo of house in the museum
Photo i took from the castle
Looking out to the garden where we had breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabryna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for a week and had an absolutely exceptional experience. The room was spacious, comfortable, and spotless, and the whole building was kept to the highest standard of cleanliness. The standout feature was the beautiful garden, full of gorgeous plants with both sunny spots and plenty of shade, along with a very clean and inviting pool that was perfect for cooling off. What really made our stay so special was our wonderful host. He was incredibly helpful, going above and beyond when we had some car issues by ringing around local garages and helping us get everything sorted. He was also very knowledgeable about the local area, from things to do in and around Álora to hidden gems further afield, and his advice really helped us refine our itinerary for the week. On top of that, he was warm, kind and easygoing, which made us feel completely at home from the moment we arrived, even when we got there very late at nearly half past one in the morning. We also had dinner at the hotel one evening and it was fantastic. If you do not want to venture into Álora, which also has a great choice of bars and restaurants, this is a perfect option after a long day of travelling. We had a car but it is also really conveniently placed for the train station, so it is ideal for people who do not have a rental for the week. Overall this was a perfect stay with a brilliant mix of comfort, beautiful surroundings, and the most wonderful hospitality. We could not recommend it highly enough
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antonino Maurizio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Molto bella accogliente e ottima per rilassarsi anche in piscina, persona molto gentile e disponibile e mangiare ottimo!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hosts are very responsive and very nice. The place is spotless and the pool is amazing. If you come by train, the station is right across the hotel but you won’t hear it at night as it stops early. Visit the beautiful city of Alora and perfect stay to visit Caminito del Rey! Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The host was amazing. A very relaxing enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hôtel très sympa, très bon accueil, le propriétaire est belge et parle français. Super petit déjeuner dans le jardin. Piscine très agréable. Je recommande proximité avec le Caminito Del Rey.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic well priced boutique !
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

JANICE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely B&B beautiful building with a cosy atmosphere. Room delightful with comfy beds and great linen. Bathroom and shower adequate. Great breakfast in the pretty flowered garden and evening meal was tasty with a good choice. Only negative points was that it is next to a railway line, but there was no trains in the night to bother us, and the owners have a German shepherd that barked and made me uneasy….. but I don’t like dogs, and they did offer to remove it …. But it is her home ! All in all a lovely stay and very friendly and obliging owners …. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KARINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super sejour

Accueil chaleureux et hote tres disponible. Diner disponible sur place très bon. Petit dejeuner excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Feel like B&B

Owner takes care of everything for you, nice breakfast prepared by him
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Wolfgang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gediegen, ehrlich, handmade, zuvorkommend, günstige Qualität
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Makayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

11/10

Amazing, would 10/10 go out of my way to stay here again. I have to say, I was skeptical of the 10/10 reviews, but the site lived up to the reviews. The host was so nice and went out of his way to help.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely guesthouse

Extremely pleasant experience. Lovely garden and delicious breakfast. You won’t be dissappointed!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A gorgeous property and the most amazing welcoming absolutely stunning rooms i would gladly recommend this to anyone and everyone
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025