El Palo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

El Palo

Popular places to visit

Port of Malaga featuring a city and night scenes

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 which includes a coastal town, a beach 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 showing art and interior views as well as an individual female

Picasso Museum Malaga

Inside the grand Palacio de Buenavista is a comprehensive tribute to the life of Picasso, from his childhood in Málaga to his days as an artistic master.

Picasso Museum Malaga
Malaga Cathedral which includes religious aspects, interior views and heritage architecture

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

Activities

Malaga Interactive Music Museum + Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Malaga Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Entry to 2 Museums

AU$48
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Malaga Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Entry to 2 Museums
Malaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas Trip

Málaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas & optional Sunset

AU$39
per adult
Málaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas & optional Sunset
Málaga: Sunset Catamaran Trip

Málaga: Sunset Catamaran Trip

AU$54
per adult
Málaga: Sunset Catamaran Trip
Malaga: Catamaran Cruise with Optional Swimming Stop

Malaga: Scenic Catamaran Cruise

AU$25
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Malaga: Scenic Catamaran Cruise
3-Hours Catamaran Tour in Malaga with Paella

3-Hours Catamaran Tour in Malaga with Paella

AU$80
per adult
3-Hours Catamaran Tour in Malaga with Paella
Torremolinos: Guided tour to stables of El Ranchito

Torremolinos: Guided tour to stables of El Ranchito

AU$27
per adult
Torremolinos: Guided tour to stables of El Ranchito
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Our pick of the best El Palo Hotel Deals

Gran hotel Miramar GL

Gran hotel Miramar GL

5 out of 5
Paseo Reding, 22, Málaga, Málaga
The price is AU$612 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$612
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,011 reviews)
"This is a truly luxury hotel. The service was beyond our expectations."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Gran hotel Miramar GL
Hotel Málaga Vibes

Hotel Málaga Vibes

3.5 out of 5
C. Gregorio Allegri S/N, Málaga, Málaga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$212 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$212
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (272 reviews)
"Very clean, near the airport, staff friendly, lovely room"

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Hotel Málaga Vibes
Hotel ILUNION Malaga

Hotel ILUNION Malaga

4 out of 5
Paseo Marítimo Antonio Machado, 10, Málaga, Malaga
The price is AU$322 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$322
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Spacious, modern and comfortable rooms. Far from the beach, but does have a nice pool. 20-25 min walk to old town. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 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 AU$338 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$338
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"We really liked this hotel. Nice people, clean room, very convenient with shuttle. All good."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Hotel Zen Airport with Free shuttle
Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World

Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World

4 out of 5
Calle Granada 61, Málaga, Málaga
The price is AU$437 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$437
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"Loved our stay! The second we arrived we felt at ease. It was clean, the service was great, and the location can’t be beat. Will definitely come again."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World
Hotel Plaza del Castillo

Hotel Plaza del Castillo

4 out of 5
Calle de Fedra (Calle Albania 3-5), Málaga, Malaga
The price is AU$237 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$237
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a health club. Popular attractions Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (746 reviews)
"Beautiful place :-) really recommend"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Hotel Plaza del Castillo
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Other neighbourhoods around El Palo

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Playas del Palo

While visiting Playas del Palo, you might make a stop by sights like Playa del Palo and Las Acacias Beach.

Playas del 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

Some popular features of Pedregalejo include its beaches and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Playa de Pedregalejo or Banos del Carmen 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

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 showing signage and a 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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