Autovia MA-20, Málaga- Algeciras, Salida 1, Salida Coin - Km 231, Malaga, Spain | (586) 210-9239
Direct access to long, sandy beach
Set within 18-hole golf course with a golf school
Contemporary rooms desks, flat-screen TVs, toiletries, and hairdryers
Rooms have furnished terraces, some with ocean vistas
Some rooms offer private access to the hotel's golf course
Large outdoor pool with big adjacent lawn dotted by sunbeds
Restaurant serving buffet breakfasts and regional cuisine
Tennis courts
Free Wi-Fi throughout
No fitness or spa facilities
Some visible wear and tear
Complaints of frequent noise from passing planes
Wi-Fi is spotty
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.
Disclaimer: This content was accurate at the time the hotel was reviewed. Please check our partner sites when booking to verify that details are still correct.
Scene
Contemporary property that draws golf and beach lovers
As its name implies, the Parador de Malaga Golf is geared toward golfers, thanks to its setting within an 18-hole golf course and available golf school. Most guests spend their days hitting the links, but a large pool, lounger-equipped green lawn, and sandy beach also get used. The hotel's design is mostly contemporary, albeit simple, with lots of neutral tones and minimal decorative accents. There are some furnishings that feel dated, but the combination of terra-cotta tiling, midcentury modern seating, and landscape artwork has a charming, local feel. The hotel predominantly sees adult couples, though friends and families frequent this spot, too. It's worth mentioning that because the hotel is close to the airport, arriving and departing flights are often heard throughout the day.
Location
Beachfront setting close to the airport
The hotel sits along the ocean, a 20-minute drive south of central Malaga. The Malaga Airport is a quick six-minute drive away, but this convenience means that noise from planes can be heard often -- it generally starts in the early morning and carries on regularly until about midnight. Some have said it's a fleeting noise, though, and not terribly disturbing. Beach-lovers will appreciate the fact that the hotel offers direct beach access, so it's just a short walk out the hotel doors to the shore. Guests are also within walking distance of Plaza Mayor (12-minute walk), which offers popular shops like Nike, H&M, and Zara, as well as plenty of restaurant and bar options, too.
Rooms
Contemporary, minimally adorned rooms with furnished outdoor spaces
Guest rooms at Parador de Malaga Golf have a contemporary and minimalist style. Midcentury modern furnishings, dark woods, beige-marble or terra-cotta floors, and neutral-tone linens combine for a clean look. Pops of green in fabrics and upholstery, canopied beds, and pieces of artwork add some charm. Some minor wear and tear is visible. All of the rooms come with furnished outdoor spaces, some of which provide lovely ocean vistas. Standard amenities include air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi (thought it's reportedly spotty), flat-screen TVs, minibars, desks, and wardrobes. Small sitting areas are provided in lower-category units, while bigger rooms add larger living spaces with sofas and lounge chairs. Marble bathrooms are lovely and have either shower/tub combos or jetted tubs and separate showers, plus free toiletries, hairdryers, and bidets.
Features
Direct beach access, 18-hole golf course, and a large pool
The premier feature is the 18-hole Real Club de Campo de Málaga golf course. A pro shop and golf course are also on-site for golfers. When not golfing, guests can utilize the tennis courts or large circular pool set within a lush green lawn. There's no space for loungers directly around the pool, but the huge lawn is dotted with ample sunbeds and umbrellas facing the ocean. Speaking of, the property has direct access to a long and sandy beach with sunbeds and umbrellas set up in the summer months. Unfortunately, there are no spa or fitness facilities here. The casual restaurant serves regional cuisine and food largely receives positive reviews, particularly the buffet breakfasts. An internet corner, meeting and event spaces, and lounge are also on-site. Wi-Fi is free but spotty.
