Málaga

Travel Guide

Malaga Historic Centre showing street scenes, heritage architecture and a city
Gibralfaro Castle featuring heritage architecture, a coastal town and a bay or harbor
Malaga
Malaga showing heritage elements, interior views and a house
Venus Beach featuring a sandy beach, general coastal views and tropical scenes

Where to stay in Málaga

Port of Malaga which includes general coastal views, boating and a marina

Málaga Centro

4.5/5(518 area reviews)

Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach are a few top attractions in Málaga Centro. Hop around the city on the metro at La Marina Station or La Malagueta Station and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, stunning cathedral, and captivating waterfront views.

Málaga Centro
Malagueta Beach showing a sandy beach and signage

La Malagueta

Pristine beaches, ample dining options, and captivating waterfront views are just a few things travelers love about La Malagueta. Sights like Malagueta Beach and Muelle Uno are top spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Málaga area at La Malagueta Station.

La Malagueta
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Malaga-Este

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the cafes and spas in Malaga-Este. You might want to make time for a stop at Malagueta Beach or Playa de Pedregalejo.

Malaga-Este
Malaga which includes outdoor art

Carretera de Cadiz

4/5(45 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the beaches in Carretera de Cadiz. Spend some time visiting top spots like Playa Sacaba Beach, and catch the metro at El Torcal Station or La Luz - La Paz Station to see more of the area.

Carretera de Cadiz
Malaga

Churriana

3/5(57 area reviews)

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Churriana. A stop by Malaga Airport Museum or Parador Malaga Golf Club might round out your trip.

Churriana
Apart from the cafe, this is just one of the many surprises in one of the largest botanical gardens in Europe. Bit of a shame it is right next to the highway now. Still a great place to explore. 

- There is a shuttle service to downtown. 

http://laconcepcion.malaga.eu/en/

Ciudad Jardin

Ciudad Jardin is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Malaga Botanical Garden and Mirador Del Cochino.

Ciudad Jardin
Holiday Inn Express Malaga Airport by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Malaga Airport by IHG
3 out of 5
Avenida de Velazquez 294 Salida, Autovia MA-21 en direccíón Aeropuerto, Málaga, Malaga
The price is SAR 421 per night from May 26 to May 27
SAR 421
SAR 463 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,727 reviews)
Great stay
"Very convenient hotel, close to the airport. We stayed one night. The room was very clean, good breakfast. I was impressed with the service provided. Great and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 7 May 2025

Holiday Inn Express Malaga Airport by IHG
Málaga Hotel Eliseos
Málaga Hotel Eliseos
3 out of 5
Paseo de Reding, 19, Málaga, Malaga
The price is SAR 405 per night from May 26 to May 27
SAR 405
SAR 445 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall value in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (993 reviews)
"Staff was exceptional in finding a room for us in the blackout, because we had already checked out in preparation for a train ride to Madrid. Without power, they couldn't check their computers, but one of them remembered a vacant room that wasn't reserved for the coming days. We had to spend 2 extra ..."

Reviewed on 3 May 2025

Málaga Hotel Eliseos
Gran hotel Miramar GL
Gran hotel Miramar GL
5 out of 5
Paseo Reding, 22, Málaga, Málaga
The price is SAR 1,601 per night from May 18 to May 19
SAR 1,601
SAR 1,761 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Andalusian vacation
"Nice Andalusian style hotel with great beach location and close to the historic center of Malaga. The only disappointment was food. Room service food quality was astonishingly subpar for a hotel of this scale."

Reviewed on 5 May 2025

Gran hotel Miramar GL
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Casa de la Merced Suites
Casa de la Merced Suites
3 out of 5
Granada, 82, Málaga, Malaga
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (310 reviews)
Great Apartment in Centre
"Great apartment, in the centre. 10 minute walk to attractions & 2 minute walk to restaurants and bars. Had everything you need including unlimited coffee and cake in reception. The only negative comment would be about the sofa, it was like sitting directly on springs with no padding, extremely ..."

Reviewed on 26 April 2025

Casa de la Merced Suites
Graffiti Suites El Museo
Graffiti Suites El Museo
3.5 out of 5
Calle Madre de Dios 11, Calle Alamos 37, Málaga
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (534 reviews)
"Very Good place and very good room."

Reviewed on 3 May 2025

Graffiti Suites El Museo
Aparthotel Spa del Palacete, Historic Center
Aparthotel Spa del Palacete, Historic Center
4 out of 5
Calle Pozos Dulces 11, Málaga, Málaga
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (361 reviews)
"Perfect studio apartment. Would be delighted to return."

Reviewed on 4 May 2025

Aparthotel Spa del Palacete, Historic Center
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Málaga

4.6
Top Destination
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5 - Excellent 64%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 28%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 6%
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4/5 - Good

Sile

If you take a day trip to Morocco just note that the two hour drive to the ferry may not be the situation off season when they make more stops. Our day started out with a 5:30 AM pick up and we didn't get back until 11:00 PM. Plan accordingly.

5/5 - Excellent

Laura

I loved malaga so much! Such a beautiful walkable city with endless options for food and shopping. The beach is stunning with a mountainside backdrop. Easy drives or trains to nearby cities.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Fun city,safe, lots of fine people, great tapas

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful city with walks along the ocean, a park in the city centre, great shopping and excellent restaurants. There are also lots of museum and gallery options

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I definitely go back, just not in the winter months. The Tapas tour was fantastic.

5/5 - Excellent

GC

Malaga city center is clean, fun and enjoyable.