Playas del Palo Travel Guide

Málaga

Popular places to visit

Malagueta Beach showing a sandy beach, a coastal town and swimming

Malagueta Beach

4/5(584 reviews)

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

Malagueta Beach
Port of Malaga featuring night scenes and a city

Port of Malaga

4.5/5(635 reviews)

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

Picasso Museum Malaga

4/5(289 reviews)

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

4.5/5(477 reviews)

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

Málaga Cathedral
Alcazaba featuring heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture

Alcazaba

4.5/5(315 reviews)

Explore the lavishly decorated residence of Moorish sultans and other rulers in this thousand-year-old fortress built on the remains of a Roman settlement.

Alcazaba
Calle Larios

Calle Larios

4.5/5(85 reviews)

During your visit to Malaga Historic Centre, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Calle Larios. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Calle Larios

Things to do

From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas Complete Tour

From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil Tour with Tourist Train

฿981
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil Tour with Tourist Train
From Málaga: Day Trip to Caminito del Rey

From Málaga: Caminito del Rey Day Trip & Guided Tour

฿2,216
per adult
From Málaga: Caminito del Rey Day Trip & Guided Tour
From Malaga: Full-Day Bus Trip to Ronda and Setenil

From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil Guided Tour Day Trip

฿2,084
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil Guided Tour Day Trip
From Malaga: Day trip to Gibraltar and Dolphin Boat Tour

From Malaga: Day trip to Gibraltar and Dolphin Boat Tour

฿2,345
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Malaga: Day trip to Gibraltar and Dolphin Boat Tour
tall mountain peak in Gibraltar

Gibraltar Sightseeing including St. Michael Cave - Full Day Tour

฿3,599
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Gibraltar Sightseeing including St. Michael Cave - Full Day Tour
Picture 17 for Activity Malaga: Catamaran Sailing Trip with Sunset Option

Malaga: Catamaran Sailing Trip with Sunset Option

฿493
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Malaga: Catamaran Sailing Trip with Sunset Option
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Top hotels in Playas del Palo

Gran hotel Miramar GL

Gran hotel Miramar GL

5 out of 5
Paseo Reding, 22, Málaga, Málaga
The price is ฿11,860 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
฿11,860
฿13,046 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful building , exterior and interior. Lobby is decorated with moorish architecture style one will see in Alhambra, Granada. It’s is a beach front hotel with pool perfect for summer hot days! Very clean and comfortable rooms."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Gran hotel Miramar GL
Hotel Málaga Vibes

Hotel Málaga Vibes

3.5 out of 5
C. Gregorio Allegri S/N, Málaga, Málaga
The price is ฿3,664 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿3,664
฿4,030 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
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! (255 reviews)
"The hotel was new and clean the rooftop is cute, its just in an odd spot off the freeay with a weird empy lot close by."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Hotel Málaga Vibes
Hotel ILUNION Malaga

Hotel ILUNION Malaga

4 out of 5
Paseo Marítimo Antonio Machado, 10, Málaga, Malaga
The price is ฿4,959 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿4,959
฿5,455 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Loved our stay. Very clean rooms and absolutely accessible location."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Hotel ILUNION Malaga
Hotel Zen Airport with Free shuttle

Hotel Zen Airport with Free shuttle

3 out of 5
Camino de los Fresnos, 9, Torremolinos, Malaga
The price is ฿9,263 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿9,263
฿10,189 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
"What a lovely placebto stay. The staff were all lovely. My room was excellent. Convenient. Clean. Great location for my needs"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Hotel Zen Airport with Free shuttle
Hampton By Hilton Malaga Martiricos

Hampton By Hilton Malaga Martiricos

3 out of 5
Paseo de Martiricos 38, Málaga
The price is ฿4,244 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿4,244
฿4,669 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Port of Malaga and Malagueta ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (178 reviews)
"One of the best hotels in Malaga staff are very welcoming and all aspects of the hotel are amazing highly recommended"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Hampton By Hilton Malaga Martiricos
tent Torremolinos

tent Torremolinos

3 out of 5
Hoyo 28, Torremolinos, Malaga
The price is ฿3,822 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
฿3,822
฿4,205 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy free breakfast, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (795 reviews)
"Hotel was good, short walk from center of town. Breakfast was really good - different food each day. Could have a few more sun loungers for the size of the hotel. Unfortunately asked 3 times for an extra pillow however each time we never got one."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

tent Torremolinos
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Other neighbourhoods around Playas del Palo

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El Palo

Unique features of El Palo include the beaches and shopping. Make a stop by Las Acacias Beach or Playa del Dedo while you're exploring the area.

El Palo
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Pedregalejo Playa

While visiting Pedregalejo Playa, you might make a stop by sights like Playa de Pedregalejo and Las Acacias Beach.

Pedregalejo Playa
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Pedregalejo

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Some popular features of Pedregalejo include its beaches and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Playa de Pedregalejo or Las Acacias Beach are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Pedregalejo
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La Caleta

While visiting La Caleta, you might make a stop by sights like Malagueta Beach and Playa de la Caleta.

La Caleta
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Malaga-Este

4.5/5(19 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the cafes and spas in Malaga-Este. You might want to make time for a stop at Malagueta Beach or Las Acacias Beach.

Malaga-Este
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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