Málaga Hotels

Insights from kimkim local specialists for our hand-selected hotels in Málaga, Spain
Málaga is a city where sun-kissed beaches meet a vibrant urban scene, rich in history and buzzing with contemporary culture. While there are countless hotels to choose from, our picks include favorites like Palacio Solecio, which is just a minute's walk from the Picasso Museum and features an on-site restaurant headed by a Michelin-star chef. For something more luxurious, consider something like Gran Hotel Miramar and embrace the regal past and seaside opulence with family-friendly amenities, including two pools just across the street from the beach. To stay more central, consider a hotel like ICON Malabar, which provides a stylish option amid the artistic heart of SoHo, complete with bohemian decor rooms and walking distance to many sites, including the Málaga Cathedral and waterfront.
Palacio Solecio
5.0
(2)
· Comfort
Stay in an 18th-century Andalusian palace, which sits next to a 16th-century church in the city's Jewish Quarter. The 68-room Palacio Solecio features a gourmet restaurant headed by a Michelin-star chef with a dining room in the traditional courtyard, complete with archways, stone columns, and...
Gran Hotel Miramar
5.0
(2)
· Luxury
Stay in a grand hotel commissioned by King Alfonso XIII, considered one of Fernando Guerro Strachan's greatest works, featuring three eateries with luxurious dining areas. You'll also have two outdoor swimming pools, a spa, and a courtyard serving drinks and coffee. Families will love the...
El Museo Living & Experience Club Apartments
5.0
(2)
· Comfort
For a unique stay, look no farther than El Museo, known as "The Museum" and described as a "living and experience club." This accommodation features original or vintage mid-century furnishings and contemporary art displays in its apartments. Units are simple yet unique, and you'll find a cozy...
ICON Malabar
5.0
(1)
· Comfort
ICON Malabar, a chic boutique hotel, offers a serene retreat amidst the vibrant SoHo district of Málaga. The property is strategically placed, allowing easy access to local shops, dining, cultural attractions like the Picasso Museum, and the beach – all within walking distance or a short public...
Molina Lario Hotel
4.0
(2)
· Comfort
Named after the city's most famous family, Molina Lario Hotel combines two historic buildings with original facades with a new build, offering a mix of modern and glitzy Art Deco. With an ideal location, you'll be at the end of Calle Granada and the beginning of Málaga Park and Paseo del Muelle...
Hotel Boutique Teatro Romano
4.0
(1)
· Mid-range
Step outside the hotel, and you'll be among the city's ancient history, kitty-corner from the Teatro Romano and Alcazaba. Hotel Boutique Teatro Romano offers rooms with views of these historic sites, plus a filling breakfast buffet in a charming dining area. Enjoy being steps from the city's...
Vincci Selección Posada del Patio Hotel
Luxury
Vincci Selección Posada del Patio Hotel offers architectural charm and tranquility with natural tones, lots of plant life, and Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles. This stylish combination makes the common areas feel like a dreamy oasis, including an Andalusian patio, library lounge, and trendy bar....
Room Mate Valeria Hotel
Comfort
Right at the edge of the hip SOHO district, marina, and start of the Old Town, Room Mate Valeria Hotel has a prime location walkable to every city site. You can also enjoy the fantastic rooftop terrace with a heated pool, sundeck, and bar with incredible sea views and vistas of Castillo de...
Hotel Palacete de Alamos
Comfort
Housed in a historic three-floor building with exposed stone walls and elegant decor, Hotel Palacete de Alamos is a 21-room boutique hotel. It's located right down the street from Plaza de la Merced, Teatro Romano, and the Alcazaba, a perfect location for exploring the city on foot. While the...
Soho Boutique Castillo Santa Catalina
Luxury
This adults-only hotel blends two historic sites, a 17th-century fortress and a building from 1923 designed in the style of the Arab Renaissance. At Hotel Castillo De Santa Catalina, you can enjoy outdoor dining with some of the best sea views in the city. Though you'll be a bit out of the city...
Parador Málaga Gibralfaro Hotel
Comfort
As one of Spain's famed Paradores, you'll stay at a historic site—a hilltop stone structure with arched doorways nest Castillo de Gibralfaro. The property and rooms have unmatched views of the castle, Alcazaba, marina, and sea, including from the outdoor pool, sundeck lounge, and terraced...
Only YOU Hotel Malaga
Luxury
Opened in 2021 inside La Equitativa, one of Málaga's most iconic buildings, Only YOU Hotel Málaga is a luxury boutique hotel with 93 rooms across 12 floors. It has a prime location at the start of the city's main shopping street, across from the port, and next to Paseo del Muelle Uno and Málaga...
Anahita Boutique Hotel
Mid-range
With Anahita Boutique Hotel, you can stay in a former 19th-century palace building that assembles part of the city's old 15th-century wall and moat. You'll find historical elements like preserved frescoes, exposed brick, and a restaurant in the traditional inner courtyard. Relax in quiet rooms...
Madeinterranea Suites
Mid-range
Choose from standard double rooms or apartments with one or two bedrooms at Madeinterranea Suites. You'll find the two accommodation options in separate buildings about a six-minute walk from one another, though both are in the historic city center and walkable to all the sites. Rooms are simple...

Hotel Advice for Málaga, Spain

Best hotels need the beach in Málaga (Photo courtesy of Hotel Gran Hotel Miramar)
The 6 Best Hotels near the Beach in Málaga

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Hotels with pools in Málaga (Photo courtesy of Hotel Gran Hotel Miramar)
The 6 Best Hotels with Pools in Málaga

With Málaga as one of the biggest cities in Spain's Andalusia region, and since it's known for high temperatures year-round, it's nice to have a refreshing pool to help you cool off in the afternoons. The best hotels with pools in Málaga offer this reprieve, plus central locations and plenty of other amenities.

Mid-range rooftop pools in Málaga (Photo courtesy of Molina Lario Hotel)
The 4 Best Mid-Range Hotels with Pools in Málaga

A pool is a necessity in Málaga, as an afternoon dip is a perfect reprieve in this Andalusian city. Some of the best mid-range hotels with pools offer this perk on lively rooftops or surrounded by palm trees and incredible views.

Best boutique hotels in Málaga (Photo courtesy of Only YOU Hotel Málaga)
The 7 Best Boutique Hotels in Málaga

The best boutique hotels in Málaga offer a more personalized experience while providing convenient, fun, and unique perks. Our picks fit a range of budgets, but all are centrally located, and most have amenities like rooftop terraces, swimming pools, and on-site eateries.

Luxury hotels with pools in Málaga (Photo courtesy of Only YOU Hotel Málaga)
The 3 Best Luxury Hotels with Pools in Málaga

The best luxury hotels with pools in Málaga offer this incredible perk in a unique way, placing pools on rooftops or outside, surrounded by palm trees, and across from the beach. You can easily cool off and enjoy the city and/or beach views simultaneously.

Luxury boutique hotels in Málaga (Photo courtesy of Hotel Gran Hotel Miramar)
The 4 Best Luxury Boutique Hotels in Málaga

Boutique hotels make your stay in any city a little more memorable, and you can elevate your experience by combing that personalization with a posh property. The best luxury boutique hotels in Málaga offer unique stays and elegant perks, like fine onsite dining, rooftop terraces with pools, and plush rooms with views.

Mid-range boutique hotels in Málaga (Photo courtesy of Palacio Solecio)
The 6 Best Mid-Range Boutique Hotels in Málaga

The best mid-range boutique hotels in Málaga are some of our favorite properties, as they offer perks you might expect to find at higher-tier properties. Enjoy central locations and amenities like onsite eateries, rooftop terraces with pools, and/or rooms with private balconies and soaking tubs.

Standard boutique hotels in Málaga (Photo courtesy of El Museo Living & Experience Club)
The 4 Best Standard Boutique Hotels in Málaga

If you're traveling to Málaga on a budget, you can still enjoy a beautiful boutique property with amenities like onsite eateries, rooftop terraces, and cozy rooms. Plus, some of the best standard boutique hotels in Málaga put you next to major sites, like the Teatro Romano and Alcazaba.

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