La Merced Travel Guide

Málaga

Plaza de la Merced showing a monument, heritage architecture and a city
La Merced
Plaza de la Merced which includes outdoor art, a city and a monument
La Merced
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Popular places to visit

Plaza de la Merced

Plaza de la Merced

Enjoy the sunshine with the locals in this historic Old Town plaza filled with majestic monuments, Picasso tributes, lanterns, trees and restaurant terraces.

Plaza de la Merced
Torrijos Monument

Torrijos Monument

Learn about the local history of Málaga with a stop at Torrijos Monument. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

Torrijos Monument
Port of Malaga featuring night scenes and a city

Port of Malaga

One of Spain’s most popular cruise ports is a great place to experience the atmosphere and history of lively, welcoming Málaga.

Port of Malaga
Malagueta Beach showing a sandy beach, a coastal town and swimming

Malagueta Beach

Laze under the Andalucían sun on this popular beach, which is just a short stroll from Malaga's historic city center.

Malagueta Beach
Picasso Museum Malaga which includes interior views and art as well as an individual female

Picasso Museum Malaga

Within the Palacio de Buenavista, a 16th-century palace, is this museum showcasing the life and works of Malaga’s most celebrated artist.

Picasso Museum Malaga
Malaga Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and religious elements

Málaga Cathedral

The “One Armed Lady” and her ornate Baroque and Renaissance features has charmed locals for over 200 years.

Málaga Cathedral

Things to do

The Genuine Malaga Wine & Tapas Tour

The Genuine Malaga Wine & Tapas Tour

฿2,524
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Genuine Malaga Wine & Tapas Tour
Picasso’s Malaga: City Exploration Game

Picasso Quest Experience in Malaga

฿239
per adult
Picasso Quest Experience in Malaga
Malaga essentials

Malaga essentials

฿2,244
per adult
Malaga essentials
Taste of Malaga Tour : Tapas, History and Local Customs

Taste of Malaga Tour : Tapas, History and Local Customs

฿2,805
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Taste of Malaga Tour : Tapas, History and Local Customs
Malaga Traditional Wine & Tapas Tour

Malaga Traditional Wine & Tapas Tour

฿2,806
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Malaga Traditional Wine & Tapas Tour
Wanderway Malaga

Málaga Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone

฿299
per adult
Málaga Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
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Top hotels in La Merced

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 Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (607 reviews)
"This hotel completely knocked it out of the park for our family of four! Beautiful, clean, comfortable, and safe. Excellent location, and amazingly friendly and helpful staff. Great value for money. Stop looking and book here! We would definitely stay here again. Thanks for an amazing stay 😊"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

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Graffiti Suites El Museo
Casa Letran GuestHouse

Casa Letran GuestHouse

1 out of 5
C. San Juan de Letrán 11, Málaga, Málaga
The price is ฿2,313 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿2,313
฿2,545 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and air conditioning. Popular attractions Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach are located ...
6.8/10 (47 reviews)
"Great bed"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Casa Letran GuestHouse
Hotel Well and Come Malaga

Hotel Well and Come Malaga

4 out of 5
Calle Madre de Dios 19, Málaga
The price is ฿6,181 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿6,181
฿6,799 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (155 reviews)
"Everything was great. Specially thanks to Sara, Juan Antonio, all staff was adorable. Internet was fine, bed confortable. Food available, Roof top was great."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Hotel Well and Come Malaga
Coeo Peña Design Apartments

Coeo Peña Design Apartments

4 out of 5
C. Peña 10, Málaga, Málaga
The price is ฿9,658 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
฿9,658
฿10,624 total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an in-room coffee maker and housekeeping. Popular attractions Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (86 reviews)
"The staff was always available to assist for anything, always ready for suggestions ,tips and especially prompt to resolve any little issues or accomodating your requests, very attentive and proactive, welcoming you with a smile. The Coeo apartment at Calle PENA 10 had everything you need in the ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Coeo Peña Design Apartments
Hotel Málaga Vibes

Hotel Málaga Vibes

3.5 out of 5
C. Gregorio Allegri S/N, Málaga, Málaga
The price is ฿4,312 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿4,312
฿4,743 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (279 reviews)
"Fantastic cleaning service. Delicious food. Lovely room."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Hotel Málaga Vibes
Gran hotel Miramar GL

Gran hotel Miramar GL

5 out of 5
Paseo Reding, 22, Málaga, Málaga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿11,499 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
฿11,499
฿12,649 total
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
Best hotel in Malaga
"Clean, beautiful and easy to do everything there. Service was very good. Pool was exceptional as well."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Gran hotel Miramar GL
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Other neighbourhoods around La Merced

Port of Malaga showing general coastal views, boating and a marina

Málaga Centro

4.5/5(807 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
Gibralfaro Castle showing mist or fog, heritage architecture and a city

Monte de Gibralfaro

If you're spending some time in Monte de Gibralfaro, Gibralfaro Castle and Mirador de Gibralfaro are top sights worth seeing.

Monte de Gibralfaro
Tajo\'s Tree-Lined Avenue showing a park

Ensanche Centro

While you're in Ensanche Centro, take in top sights like Muelle Uno and jump on the metro at La Marina Station to see more of the city.

Ensanche Centro
Malagueta Beach featuring signage and a sandy beach

La Malagueta

Pristine beaches, ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are just a few things travellers 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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SoHo

While you're in SoHo, take in top sights like Teatro del Soho CaixaBank and jump on the metro at La Marina Station to see more of the city.

SoHo
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Polígono Alameda

While you're in Polígono Alameda, take in top sights like El Corte Ingles Commercial Center and jump on the metro at Guadalmedina Station to see more of the city.

Polígono Alameda

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