Malaga-Este Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal cityscape with a prominent bullring, high-rise buildings, and a marina.
A coastal scene with a pier extending into calm waters, surrounded by trees and buildings.
A sunset over a beach with palm trees and a rocky shoreline.
A beach with waves crashing onto rocks and pebbles.
A rocky beach with a palm tree, a person sitting on a rock, and a cityscape in the background.

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A sunset over a beach with palm trees and a rocky shoreline.
Photo by Monica Nunez Jimenez
Open Photo by Monica Nunez Jimenez

Playa de Pedregalejo

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa de Pedregalejo during your trip to Málaga? Make some time to visit the spas while you're in the area.
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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$47
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Malaga Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Entry to 2 Museums
Málaga: Cathedral, Alcazaba, Roman Theater Walking Tour

Málaga: Cathedral, Alcazaba, Roman Theater Walking Tour

AU$74
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Málaga: Cathedral, Alcazaba, Roman Theater Walking Tour
Round and Setenil of the Wineries with Transport from Malaga

Round and Setenil of the Wineries with Transport from Malaga

AU$48
per adult
Round and Setenil of the Wineries with Transport from Malaga
Picture 12 for Activity From Malaga: Caminito del Rey/White Villlages Tour & Tapas

Caminito del Rey & White Village Tour with Tapas from Málaga

AU$102
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Caminito del Rey & White Village Tour with Tapas from Málaga
Malaga Experience Cards + Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Malaga HOHO Bus Tour Essential Experience & Extras

AU$58
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Malaga HOHO Bus Tour Essential Experience & Extras
fountain and waterworks at the Alhambra Palace in Granada

Granada Full Day from Costa del Sol

AU$54
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Granada Full Day from Costa del Sol
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Our pick of the best Malaga-Este Hotel Deals

AYZ Elcano - Auto check-in property

AYZ Elcano - Auto check-in property

3 out of 5
Avenida Juan Sebastián Elcano 78 Málaga
The price is AU$87 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$87
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, housekeeping and air conditioning. Popular attractions Malagueta Beach and Port of Malaga are located ...
AYZ Elcano - Auto check-in property
La Moraga De Poniente Málaga Hostel

La Moraga De Poniente Málaga Hostel

2 out of 5
Calle Conde de las Navas, 1 Málaga Malaga
Fully refundable
The price is AU$125 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$125
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hostel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Malagueta Beach and Port of ...
La Moraga De Poniente Málaga Hostel
Hotel La Chancla

Hotel La Chancla

3 out of 5
Paseo Maritimo El Pedregal, 64 Málaga Malaga
The price is AU$302 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
AU$302
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (279 reviews)
"Perfect beach hotel! Great staff, and beautiful beaches"

Reviewed on 11 July 2026

Hotel La Chancla
Hotel Elcano

Hotel Elcano

2 out of 5
Avd. Juan Sebastian Elcano 103 Málaga
The price is AU$189 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$189
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Malagueta Beach and Port of Malaga are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (124 reviews)
"L'emplacement est bien, à distance à pied de la plage et seulement quelques minutes en autobus du quartier historique de Malaga. Le lit est un peu trop dur"

Reviewed on 15 July 2026

Hotel Elcano
Hotel Domus

Hotel Domus

1 out of 5
Calle Juan Valera, 20 Málaga Malaga
The price is AU$188 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$188
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Malagueta Beach and Port of Malaga ...
8/10 Very good! (176 reviews)
"Belle petite hotel très satisfait Belle accueil personel courtois lit confortable propre"

Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Hotel Domus
Be Mate Málaga Playa

Be Mate Málaga Playa

3 out of 5
C. Varadero 2 Málaga Málaga
The price is AU$227 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$227
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Málaga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi. Popular attractions Malagueta Beach and Port of Malaga are located nearby.
7.6/10 Good! (8 reviews)
"Would be nice to have been advised there are two entrances, we could access the building, then we noticed a second entrance about 25 yards away which accepted the entrance code. Beforehand, having been unable to access the building, we attempted to contact the host unsuccessfully via the methods ..."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Be Mate Málaga Playa
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Our guide on where to stay in Malaga-Este

Find the best Malaga-Este areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A city skyline at dusk with a prominent Ferris wheel, a large domed building, and a calm river reflecting the lights.

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.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent bullring, high-rise buildings, a marina with yachts, and a clear view of the sea.

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.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent stadium, a marina, and a historic building.

Carretera de Cadiz

Consider a visit to La Misericordia Beach and take some time to enjoy the beaches during your time in Carretera de Cadiz. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at El Torcal Station or La Luz - La Paz Station.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent cathedral, dense urban buildings, and a mountain range in the background.

Churriana

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Churriana. A stop by Malaga Airport Museum or Parador Malaga Golf Club might round out your trip.

A waterfront with a lit building, a domed structure, and a modern covered walkway reflecting on the water.
Photo by Lars Juhl Jensen
Open Photo by Lars Juhl Jensen

El Puerto

Bars, waterfront views and beaches highlight some of the noteworthy features of El Puerto. Make a stop by Malagueta Beach or Port of Malaga while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Malaga-Este Travel Guide

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