Playas del Palo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Ronda and Setenil Tour with Free Time from Málaga

AU$43
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

AU$98
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

AU$250
per adult
Excursion to Morocco with guided tour and lunch from Malaga
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
From Costa del Sol: Seville Day Trip

From Costa del Sol: Seville Day Trip

AU$80
per adult
From Costa del Sol: Seville Day Trip
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Our pick of the best Playas del Palo Hotel Deals

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 AU$189 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$189
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (30 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 AU$572 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$572
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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! (1,017 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 AU$178 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$178
29 Sept - 30 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! (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 AU$199 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$199
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, 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 AU$154 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$154
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 center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (884 reviews)
"Basic but clean and convenient. The breakfast was also great, and they have a laundromat on-site, which is great if you need to wash your clothes."

Reviewed on 21 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 AU$111 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$111
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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! (1,012 reviews)
"Great overall"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Hotel Zen Airport with Free shuttle
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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 Playa del Palo or Las Acacias Beach 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

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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Monte Sancha

When in Monte Sancha, you can plan a visit to Malagueta Beach and Port of Malaga, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Monte Sancha
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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

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