Exe Malaga Museos is a contemporary, mid-range hotel located in the center of Malaga. Numerous restaurants, bars, and top sights are within easy walking distance, and the beach is a 20-minute stroll. The 44 rooms are well-maintained and modern, featuring minibars, flat-screen TVs, and desks, plus tiny Juliet-style balconies in some. Some past guests have complained of poor air-conditioning, however. Amenities are limited, consisting of a seasonal outdoor pool, furnished sundeck with pleasant vistas, and a simple continental breakfast buffet. There are no full restaurant, fitness facilities, or kid-centric amenities. Families may prefer the beachfront Tryp Guadalmar, which has big outdoor pools and a gym.
Exe Malaga Museos is a contemporary, mid-range hotel located in the center of Malaga. Numerous restaurants, bars, and top sights are within easy walking distance, and the beach is a 20-minute stroll. The 44 rooms are well-maintained and modern, featuring minibars, flat-screen TVs, and desks, plus tiny Juliet-style balconies in some. Some past guests have complained of poor air-conditioning, however. Amenities are limited, consisting of a seasonal outdoor pool, furnished sundeck with pleasant vistas, and a simple continental breakfast buffet. There are no full restaurant, fitness facilities, or kid-centric amenities. Families may prefer the beachfront Tryp Guadalmar, which has big outdoor pools and a gym.
Next to a bullring and a short walk to the beach, marina, restaurants, shops, and such cultural sights as the Picasso and Thyssen Museums, the upper-middle-range MS Maestranza is strategically situated. The 94 rooms of this Andalusian chain property pay tribute to Malaga's most famous painter -- Picasso -- with furniture inspired by his Paris era. They also come with free Wi-Fi and reasonably priced minibars. The on-site spa includes a gym, a sauna, Turkish baths, and whirlpools with scenic views over the city. The Camarote Bar is an elegant spot for cocktails, and the restaurant offers a seasonal, Mediterranean menu, along with Spanish classics. Guests recommend requesting higher-floor rooms, which offer views of the neighboring bullring or the marina and sea. Travelers might also want to compare this to Room Mate Larios, part of the Room Mate chain, which is near the shops, restaurants, and bars on Calle Marques de Larios, but slightly farther from the beach.
Next to a bullring and a short walk to the beach, marina, restaurants, shops, and such cultural sights as the Picasso and Thyssen Museums, the upper-middle-range MS Maestranza is strategically situated. The 94 rooms of this Andalusian chain property pay tribute to Malaga's most famous painter -- Picasso -- with furniture inspired by his Paris era. They also come with free Wi-Fi and reasonably priced minibars. The on-site spa includes a gym, a sauna, Turkish baths, and whirlpools with scenic views over the city. The Camarote Bar is an elegant spot for cocktails, and the restaurant offers a seasonal, Mediterranean menu, along with Spanish classics. Guests recommend requesting higher-floor rooms, which offer views of the neighboring bullring or the marina and sea. Travelers might also want to compare this to Room Mate Larios, part of the Room Mate chain, which is near the shops, restaurants, and bars on Calle Marques de Larios, but slightly farther from the beach.
The Novotel Suites Malaga Centro is a three-and-a-half-pearl, all-suite hotel situated within walking distance of most of Malaga's attractions, including its charming Old Town. The 90 suites are smart and contemporary, with kitchenettes and lounge areas, plus flat-screen TVs with free movies on demand, mini-fridges, microwaves, kettles, and free Wi-Fi. Bathrooms are upscale, with separate tubs and rainfall showers. Hotel features include breakfast for an additional charge, a bar that stays open late and a 24-hour self-service snack bar, a business center with two computers, and a tiny gym, though equipment is limited. The main drawbacks are no outdoor space or full-service restaurant. Still, it's a great base for exploring the city and good value for the quality of accommodation. Travelers looking for an outdoor terrace or pool can find them both at the Room Mate Valeria, though rates are often a bit higher.
The Novotel Suites Malaga Centro is a three-and-a-half-pearl, all-suite hotel situated within walking distance of most of Malaga's attractions, including its charming Old Town. The 90 suites are smart and contemporary, with kitchenettes and lounge areas, plus flat-screen TVs with free movies on demand, mini-fridges, microwaves, kettles, and free Wi-Fi. Bathrooms are upscale, with separate tubs and rainfall showers. Hotel features include breakfast for an additional charge, a bar that stays open late and a 24-hour self-service snack bar, a business center with two computers, and a tiny gym, though equipment is limited. The main drawbacks are no outdoor space or full-service restaurant. Still, it's a great base for exploring the city and good value for the quality of accommodation. Travelers looking for an outdoor terrace or pool can find them both at the Room Mate Valeria, though rates are often a bit higher.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Eurostars Astoria is a 57-room property in Malaga, located a 15-minute walk from the town center and the beach. There’s no pretense about it; this is a fuss-free, value hotel in a relatively solid location. Simple, clean, and compact rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and bathrooms with hydro-massage tubs. The property lacks most standard features, as there's no pool, full restaurant, or bar. Amenities are thus limited to a breakfast buffet (for a fee) and free Wi-Fi throughout. With little-to-no entertainment or business facilities, the clientele here is predominantly tourist couples who spend their days out exploring. Travelers looking for more stylish rooms might compare rates at the Room Mate Lario, which also has a seasonal rooftop terrace bar, but is farther from the beach.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Eurostars Astoria is a 57-room property in Malaga, located a 15-minute walk from the town center and the beach. There’s no pretense about it; this is a fuss-free, value hotel in a relatively solid location. Simple, clean, and compact rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and bathrooms with hydro-massage tubs. The property lacks most standard features, as there's no pool, full restaurant, or bar. Amenities are thus limited to a breakfast buffet (for a fee) and free Wi-Fi throughout. With little-to-no entertainment or business facilities, the clientele here is predominantly tourist couples who spend their days out exploring. Travelers looking for more stylish rooms might compare rates at the Room Mate Lario, which also has a seasonal rooftop terrace bar, but is farther from the beach.
The 88-room Parador de Malaga Golf is an upper-middle-range hotel set within an 18-hole golf course and along the beach. Although most travelers are here for the golf course, a large outdoor pool, tennis court, and sandy beach are also draws. Guest rooms are contemporary and spacious, outfitted in neutral hues and with free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. Furnished terraces come standard and some overlook the ocean. Regional cuisine is served at the all-day restaurant and receives mostly positive reviews. On the downside, the nearby airport means planes are often seen and heard overhead, plus there are no spa or gym here. Those looking to be farther from the airport may prefer Iberostar Marbella Coral Beach.
The 88-room Parador de Malaga Golf is an upper-middle-range hotel set within an 18-hole golf course and along the beach. Although most travelers are here for the golf course, a large outdoor pool, tennis court, and sandy beach are also draws. Guest rooms are contemporary and spacious, outfitted in neutral hues and with free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. Furnished terraces come standard and some overlook the ocean. Regional cuisine is served at the all-day restaurant and receives mostly positive reviews. On the downside, the nearby airport means planes are often seen and heard overhead, plus there are no spa or gym here. Those looking to be farther from the airport may prefer Iberostar Marbella Coral Beach.
Atarazanas Malaga Boutique Hotel is a charming, value property located in a bustling area near the picturesque municipal market downtown. The 39-room property has a small, attractive bar and serves a breakfast of hot prepared items and pastries that's included in some of the room rates, but there's no full restaurant. Rooms are modern with minibars and free Wi-Fi, but guests complain of noise from outside and neighboring rooms. Travelers may want to look into NH Malaga, an upper-middle-range hotel within a five-minute walk of the Atarazanas, with spacious rooms and slightly higher rates.
Atarazanas Malaga Boutique Hotel is a charming, value property located in a bustling area near the picturesque municipal market downtown. The 39-room property has a small, attractive bar and serves a breakfast of hot prepared items and pastries that's included in some of the room rates, but there's no full restaurant. Rooms are modern with minibars and free Wi-Fi, but guests complain of noise from outside and neighboring rooms. Travelers may want to look into NH Malaga, an upper-middle-range hotel within a five-minute walk of the Atarazanas, with spacious rooms and slightly higher rates.
Room Mate Valeria is a four-pearl, 61-room boutique hotel with an emphasis on striking, stylishly designed interiors and an upscale, adult-oriented vibe. The location is convenient for most of Malaga's attractions, including the charming Old Town and Malagueta Beach, together with no shortage of local dining and nightlife. Guest rooms are bold and attractive, with some extending to small balconies overlooking the port. But it's the rooftop terrace that steals the show, with a buzzy cocktail bar, comfy daybeds, and plunge pool -- though some complain that noise can travel to the rooms. All in all, it squeezes a lot into a very chic and compact package, though for a slightly larger pool the nearby Hotel Molina Lario has one with views of the cathedral.
Room Mate Valeria is a four-pearl, 61-room boutique hotel with an emphasis on striking, stylishly designed interiors and an upscale, adult-oriented vibe. The location is convenient for most of Malaga's attractions, including the charming Old Town and Malagueta Beach, together with no shortage of local dining and nightlife. Guest rooms are bold and attractive, with some extending to small balconies overlooking the port. But it's the rooftop terrace that steals the show, with a buzzy cocktail bar, comfy daybeds, and plunge pool -- though some complain that noise can travel to the rooms. All in all, it squeezes a lot into a very chic and compact package, though for a slightly larger pool the nearby Hotel Molina Lario has one with views of the cathedral.
The mid-range Hotel Soho Boutique Las Vegas is a dated, albeit clean, property located across the street from the beach, about a five- to 10-minute drive from Malaga's bustling city center. Many of the 107 guest rooms overlook the beach, though this means that they can suffer from noise from the busy road below. Rooms are comfortable and spacious, but decor is old-fashioned and air-conditioning is reportedly insufficient. Nevertheless, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and furnished balconies come standard. Features consist of a pleasant outdoor swimming pool, average, though substantial breakfast buffet, lobby bar, and limited free parking, but there are no gym or full restaurant. Also beachfront, the Tryp Guadalmar offers a few more on-site amenities, including a tennis court, kids' pool, and fitness center.
The mid-range Hotel Soho Boutique Las Vegas is a dated, albeit clean, property located across the street from the beach, about a five- to 10-minute drive from Malaga's bustling city center. Many of the 107 guest rooms overlook the beach, though this means that they can suffer from noise from the busy road below. Rooms are comfortable and spacious, but decor is old-fashioned and air-conditioning is reportedly insufficient. Nevertheless, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and furnished balconies come standard. Features consist of a pleasant outdoor swimming pool, average, though substantial breakfast buffet, lobby bar, and limited free parking, but there are no gym or full restaurant. Also beachfront, the Tryp Guadalmar offers a few more on-site amenities, including a tennis court, kids' pool, and fitness center.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Venecia is a simple, mostly traditionally styled property with an outstanding location, set a three-minute walk from the Calle Marques de Larios, a covered arcade that is Malaga’s smartest shopping street and houses big-name shops and top-notch restaurants. Centro Alameda station is a five-minute walk away, while Malaga Maria Zambrano station is eight minutes’ drive away. The hotel’s 47 rooms are basic and compact, though attractive. They have mini-fridges, flat-screen TVs, and air-conditioning, but some past guests have complained of noise issues and the tiny half-sized tubs. Visitors do get a free breakfast in the modern dining room, though offerings are limited. Free Wi-Fi is provided, but don't expect much else at this low-frills property. Travelers looking for a smarter hotel in a similar locale might want to check out the NH Malaga.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Venecia is a simple, mostly traditionally styled property with an outstanding location, set a three-minute walk from the Calle Marques de Larios, a covered arcade that is Malaga’s smartest shopping street and houses big-name shops and top-notch restaurants. Centro Alameda station is a five-minute walk away, while Malaga Maria Zambrano station is eight minutes’ drive away. The hotel’s 47 rooms are basic and compact, though attractive. They have mini-fridges, flat-screen TVs, and air-conditioning, but some past guests have complained of noise issues and the tiny half-sized tubs. Visitors do get a free breakfast in the modern dining room, though offerings are limited. Free Wi-Fi is provided, but don't expect much else at this low-frills property. Travelers looking for a smarter hotel in a similar locale might want to check out the NH Malaga.
Hotel La Chancla is a nine-room budget boutique hotel on the Malaga seafront with a relaxed vibe and prime location a 10-minute drive from downtown. Rooms are bright and upbeat, with free Wi-Fi and air-conditioning, although bathrooms are generally small and amenities are otherwise limited. The hotel’s casual restaurant overlooks the water and serves a generous continental breakfast complete with accompanying musical entertainment every morning. A modern bar draws crowds and buzzes with energy into the night. For a respite from the social scene, there’s a rooftop terrace with excellent views of the water and a hot tub. Travelers who prefer easier access to downtown activities might consider Room Mate Larios in the historic town center as an alternative.
Hotel La Chancla is a nine-room budget boutique hotel on the Malaga seafront with a relaxed vibe and prime location a 10-minute drive from downtown. Rooms are bright and upbeat, with free Wi-Fi and air-conditioning, although bathrooms are generally small and amenities are otherwise limited. The hotel’s casual restaurant overlooks the water and serves a generous continental breakfast complete with accompanying musical entertainment every morning. A modern bar draws crowds and buzzes with energy into the night. For a respite from the social scene, there’s a rooftop terrace with excellent views of the water and a hot tub. Travelers who prefer easier access to downtown activities might consider Room Mate Larios in the historic town center as an alternative.