El Chaparral Travel Guide

Málaga

Popular places to visit

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
Calle Larios

Calle Larios

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
Alcazaba featuring heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture

Alcazaba

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

Things to do

Picture 20 for Activity From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas Complete Tour

Ronda and Setenil Tour with Free Time from Málaga

฿1,100
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Ronda and Setenil Tour with Free Time from Málaga
From Málaga /Costa del Sol: Trip to Nerja & Frigiliana

From Málaga /Costa del Sol: Trip to Nerja & Frigiliana

฿2,067
per adult
From Málaga /Costa del Sol: Trip to Nerja & Frigiliana
Excursion to Morocco with guided tour and lunch from Malaga

Excursion to Morocco with guided tour and lunch from Malaga

฿5,262
per adult
Excursion to Morocco with guided tour and lunch from Malaga
Malaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas Trip

Málaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas & optional Sunset

฿823
per adult
Málaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas & optional Sunset
From Malaga: Day trip to Gibraltar and Dolphin Boat Tour

From Malaga: Day trip to Gibraltar and Dolphin Boat Tour

฿2,327
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Malaga: Day trip to Gibraltar and Dolphin Boat Tour
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From Malaga: Full-Day Trip to Gibraltar

฿1,240
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Malaga: Full-Day Trip to Gibraltar
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Top hotels in El Chaparral

Salitre Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy

Salitre Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy

3.5 out of 5
Calle Plaza de Toros Vieja, 11, Malaga
The price is ฿3,442 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
฿3,442
฿3,786 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (32 reviews)
What a rest!!
"Great service, cleanliness was excellent, and the bed was so comfortable. 🙏"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Salitre Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy
Gran Hotel Miramar GL

Gran Hotel Miramar GL

5 out of 5
Paseo Reding, 22, Málaga, Málaga
The price is ฿9,953 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
฿9,953
฿10,948 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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! (1,017 reviews)
Amazing!
"Fantastic hotel to stay! Excellent location, faultless service and outstanding comfort! Will definitely return. Thank you"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 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 ฿3,394 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
฿3,394
฿3,734 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
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! (302 reviews)
"Super modern hotel, loved the roof top area, amazing sunset views, very comfortable beds, quiet room."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

Hotel Málaga Vibes
Hampton By Hilton Malaga Martiricos

Hampton By Hilton Malaga Martiricos

3 out of 5
Paseo de Martiricos 38, Málaga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,785 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
฿3,785
฿4,163 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
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! (254 reviews)
"Excellent value for money. Close to city centre- easy walk."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2025

Hampton By Hilton Malaga Martiricos
tent Torremolinos

tent Torremolinos

3 out of 5
Hoyo 28, Torremolinos, Malaga
The price is ฿2,926 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿2,926
฿3,219 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (879 reviews)
Couple stay
"Great location Clean hotel Pool area was fine for us , given previous comments . Ideal for couples who might like a walk around town and arpund beach etc ."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

tent Torremolinos
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 ฿3,369 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
฿3,369
฿3,706 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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! (1,012 reviews)
"Great overall"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Hotel Zen Airport with Free shuttle
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Other neighbourhoods around El Chaparral

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Palma-Palmilla

Travellers like the parks in Palma-Palmilla, and Estadio La Rosaleda is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Palma-Palmilla
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Cruz de Humilladero

4/5(34 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Cruz de Humilladero. Spend some time visiting top spots like Trade Fair and Congress Center of Malaga, and catch the metro at Barbarela Station or Portada Alta Station to see more of the area.

Cruz de Humilladero
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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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Ciudad Jardin

4/5(2 area reviews)

Ciudad Jardin is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Malaga Botanical Garden and Mirador Del Cochino.

Ciudad Jardin
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Perchel Norte

Perchel Norte might not have many top sights, but Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Perchel Norte
Plaza de la Merced showing a monument, heritage architecture and a city

La Merced

If you're spending some time in La Merced, Plaza de la Merced and Teatro Cervantes de Malaga are top sights worth seeing.

La Merced

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