9 best hotels to book now in Màlaga

Want to truly get away from it all? You’ll feel like you’ve entered not just another world but a different era in this 18th century former Andalusian palace. Have breakfast under carved stone archways and tiled ceilings in the opulent Moorish central atrium, dine on meals in the Balausta restaurant cooked by revered Málaga chef José Carlos García and rest easy in elegant rooms. Plus, the splendid pile is slap bang in the middle of Màlaga’s historic centre, just a stone’s throw from the Picasso Museum and the ancient ​​Alcazaba.

Inspired by its artsy, bohemian Soho location, this brilliant white 4-star tower which sprung from a formerly abandoned spot in the city centre, is filled with geometric tiles, abstract prints and Surrealist-inspired furniture. Make a beeline for the rooftop terrace for a sweeping plunge pool, sunbeds shaded by scalloped-edged umbrellas and dazzling sunsoaked views over La Malagueta Beach. 

Rustic Mediterranean chic is the vibe of this romantic spot, housed in one of Soho’s charming terraces. All muted teracottas accents and soft white furnishings, each of its 70 rooms is a tranquil haven with vibrant views over the city. It’s also a good choice for families with rooms featuring extra bunk beds.

Deep jewel hues and striking geometric patterns fill your eyes as soon as you enter the lobby of this edgy Soho spot. Even the bedrooms are filled with colourful stripes running up the walls and ceilings. The vibrancy is continued on the stunning rooftop terrace which is kitted out with a fun plunge pool and stylish bar perfect for after-dinner cocktails over views of the city’s harbour.

You can’t miss Malaga’s ziggurat La Equitativa building which rises from the city with its distinctive white towers and golden spire. Its relaxed gastro-pub style restaurant Carmen, dining spot Lola with DJ nights and tapas and swanky rooftop lounge Lolita with infinity pool and hammocks are popular meeting spots for locals. Once you’ve soaked up the atmosphere, its elegant rooms oozing with minimalist Scandi style are the ultimate retreat. 

One for groups of friends and families, Casual’s crisp, funky-furnished rooms sleep up to four with a mixture of individual single beds and bunks. There’s even baby and pet packages available for ultimate ease. Rates are affordable, a great buffet breakfast is available every morning and you’re only a short walk away from the sights and sounds of central Málaga.

Don’t be fooled by this Old Town hotel’s official two star rating. The rooms here are clean, bright and super comfy with a slick modern edge but a homely boutique feel. Get your day started with a continental spread in the sunny breakfast room, enjoy the view from the huge floor-to-ceiling windows and relish in the fact you’ve managed to snag an affordable stay a stone’s throw from the Roman theatre and Moorish Alcazaba fortress.

The big draw of this super conviently located hotel is up on its 15th floor, where you’ll find a suntrap of a rooftop terrace with pool, swish bar and restaurant and – most importantly – staggering panoramas of Málaga’s port, old town and the mountains beyond. If you can tear yourself away, the Atico restaurant serves food with cinematic views, the rooms are smart and tranquil and you’re just a stumbling distance away from some of the city’s most iconic landmarks.

Laidback luxury is the name of the game at this stylish hotel in a handsome 19th century building with romantic wrought iron balconies and shuttered windows. Inside, the marble-clad lobby and El Taller De Larios restaurant with mirrored ceilings and stone pillars scream old-school glamour and the rooms are accented with natural wood and soft tones. Step outside and you’e in the middle of Màlaga’s atmpoheric shopping district or sit on the roof terrace and admire the city from above with a wine in hand.