La Goleta Travel Guide
Málaga
Popular places to visit
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.
Malagueta Beach
Laze under the Andalucían sun on this popular beach, which is just a short stroll from Malaga's historic city center.
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.
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.
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.
Málaga Cathedral
The “One Armed Lady” and her ornate Baroque and Renaissance features has charmed locals for over 200 years.
Things to do
From Malaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas Day Trip
From Málaga: Caves of Nerja, Nerja and Frigiliana Day Tour
Malaga: Centre Pompidou Malaga Entry Ticket and City Audio Guide
Malaga: Picasso’s Birthplace Museum Entrance Ticket
From Málaga: Caminito del Rey Day Trip & Guided Tour
From Malaga: Full-Day Trip to Gibraltar
Top hotels in La Goleta
Hotel ILUNION Malaga
Lovely spacious and clean room with a sea view. Friendly staff and handy location for train station and beach walks.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Gran Hotel Miramar GL
Great stay, good amenities. Lovely location
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Hotel Málaga Vibes
One night stay, close to airport, will come back
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
tent Torremolinos
Nice modern hotel. Rooms were large and well appointed. Easy walk to the town centre and the beach, but harder back due to the steps. Room key on the phone was hopeless. I ended up with a normal card key
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Flex Malaga City Center
Very good and convenient
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World
All very good and excellent location.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around La Goleta
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 Trinidad
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in La Trinidad and surrounding area, you can visit Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach.
Málaga Centro
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.
Ensanche Centro
While you're in Ensanche Centro, 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
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.
Monte de Gibralfaro
If you're spending some time in Monte de Gibralfaro, Gibralfaro Castle and Mirador de Gibralfaro are top sights worth seeing.
