Name: California
Address: Paseo De Sancha, 17, Malaga Centro, 29016 Málaga, Spain, Paseo De Sancha, 17, Andalucía, 29016, Spain
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $67 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.9

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California

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This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in museums, tapas and culture – Check location Paseo De Sancha, 17, Malaga Centro, 29016 Málaga, Spain – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in museums, tapas and culture – Check location

*8.5* Malagueta Beach: only 4 minutes away! (1,050 feet by foot)

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Lock in a great price for California – rated 8.9 by recent guests!

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Very good and big breakfast - also several gluten-free options were available! Very nice and flexible service. Highly recommended!

Ksutinen, Finland

The staff is warm helpful and professional. No arrogance.

Patrice, United Arab Emirates

This is really a great Hotel! We highly recommend it! First of all the rooms were spacy, lovely decorated, clean and pretty. Then the Overall design of the Hotel is truly Special, you will for sure take some Picture of it :) Then the staff is super helpful as well. We enjoyed our stay (as well as the breakfast) here and would certainly come again!

Benjamin, Germany

Friendly family hotel close to the beach, city center and supermarket. Great value

Peter, Slovakia

The room was lovely, clean and quiet. The hotel was in a good location for a day at the beach, but it’s a 20 minute walk into the heart of the city. Most of the staff was helpful and friendly.

Herbert, United States of America

The owners and employees love this building and it’s guests. Their love is evident everywhere—in the breakfast, in the decoration, in the flowers growing around a he wonderful terrace...

Rose, United States of America

Beautiful, well kept family establishment in a lovely location.

Teresa, United States of America

The staff was very friendly and helpfull. Breakfast was delicious, with fresh fruit and orange juice and delicious homemade pastries. The hotel is located very close to the beach but it is also an easy and a very nice walk to the old city center. Thank you for the lovely stay!!

Simone, Netherlands

Very charming interior, great atmosphere, excellent location, friendly staff, fantastic breakfast.. pretty much everything was superb.

Ems_2, United States of America

Although this is a hotel, it felt like a bed & breakfast. The staff was so helpful and friendly in so many ways. Everything worked as it should in the room and it was easy to control the temperature. The beds are firm with options for firm or soft pillows. The breakfast was fresh and varied and was served in a very personal manner. Bus stop is just out side the front door.

Walt, United States of America

9.3

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“Very good and big breakfast - also several gluten-free options were available! Very nice and flexible service. Highly recommended!”

Ksutinen Finland
“The staff is warm helpful and professional. No arrogance.”

Patrice United Arab Emirates
“This is really a great Hotel! We highly recommend it! First of all the rooms were spacy, lovely decorated, clean and pretty. ”

Benjamin Germany
“Friendly family hotel close to the beach, city center and supermarket. Great value”

Peter Slovakia
“The room was lovely, clean and quiet. The hotel was in a good location for a day at the beach, but it’s a 20 minute walk into the heart of the city. Most of the staff was helpful and friendly.”

Herbert United States of America
“The owners and employees love this building and it’s guests. Their love is evident everywhere—in the breakfast, in the decoration, in the flowers growing around a he wonderful terrace...”

Rose United States of America
“Beautiful, well kept family establishment in a lovely location.”

Teresa United States of America
“The staff was very friendly and helpfull. Breakfast was delicious, with fresh fruit and orange juice and delicious homemade pastries. ”

Simone Netherlands
“Very charming interior, great atmosphere, excellent location, friendly staff, fantastic breakfast.. pretty much everything was superb.”

Ems_2 United States of America
“Although this is a hotel, it felt like a bed & breakfast. The staff was so helpful and friendly in so many ways. ”

Walt United States of America

Stay in the Heart of Málaga – Great location – show map

One of our top picks in Málaga.Housed in an antique villa at the foot of Monte de Sancha, the California enjoys a privileged location only 150 feet from the beach of Playa de la Malagueta.

The air-conditioned rooms include flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with free toiletries and hairdryer. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property. A sun terrace with sunloungers and sea views is available.

The California hotel offers breakfast service and parking can be arranged at a location nearby for surcharge.

There is a range of bars and restaurants within 150 feet of the California. Málaga Cathedral and the Picasso Museum are a 30-minute walk away, and regular buses to the city center stop near the property. Malaga Airport can be reached by car in 20 minutes.

Malaga Centro is a great choice for travelers interested in museums, tapas and culture.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Málaga! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Hotel surroundings – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in museums, tapas and culture – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Landmarks

Malagueta Beach
0.2 miles
Plaza de toros de La Malagueta
0.4 miles
Malagueta Plaza
0.4 miles
Gibralfaro Castle
0.4 miles
Pompidou Centre
0.5 miles
Malaga Town Hall
0.6 miles
Alcazaba
0.6 miles
Malaga Park
0.7 miles
La Aduana Palace
0.8 miles
Pablo Ruiz Picasso Foundation
0.8 miles

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La Malagueta Beach Golden sand
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La Caleta Beach Golden sand
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Closest Airports

Malaga Airport
5.8 miles
Federico Garcia Lorca Granada-Jaen Airport
47.4 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“I loved the glass work on doors and windows, it was all very art deco-y and old-fashioned yet there was a lift up to the rooms and a huge and beautiful area for...”

Liz

Ireland

9.5

“Very clean.and close to everything”

Vera

Ireland

“Location was great, within walking distance to the beach and centre. Friendly staff, clean and the interior is amazing, stained glass windows, comfy sofas and ...”

Jane

United Kingdom

8.3

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From 2:00 PM

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Until 12:00 PM

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Children & Beds

Children are welcome

0 - 2 years	Can use a crib when requested	FREE
0 - 2 years	Can use an extra bed when requested	€ 35 per child, per night
3+ years	Can use an extra bed when requested	€ 35 per person, per night

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

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Pets are not allowed.

California accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

“This is really a great Hotel! We highly recommend it! First of all the rooms were spacy, lovely decorated, clean and pretty. Then the Overall design of the Hotel is truly Special, you will for sure take some Picture of it :) Then the staff is super helpful as well. We enjoyed our stay (as well as the breakfast) here and would certainly come again!”

Benjamin

Germany

“The room was lovely, clean and quiet. The hotel was in a good location for a day at the beach, but it’s a 20 minute walk into the heart of the city. Most of the staff was helpful and friendly.”

Herbert

United States of America

“The owners and employees love this building and it’s guests. Their love is evident everywhere—in the breakfast, in the decoration, in the flowers growing around a he wonderful terrace...”

Rose

“The staff was very friendly and helpfull. Breakfast was delicious, with fresh fruit and orange juice and delicious homemade pastries. The hotel is located very close to the beach but it is also an easy and a very nice walk to the old city center. Thank you for the lovely stay!!”

Simone

Netherlands

“Although this is a hotel, it felt like a bed & breakfast. The staff was so helpful and friendly in so many ways. Everything worked as it should in the room and it was easy to control the temperature. The beds are firm with options for firm or soft pillows. The breakfast was fresh and varied and was served in a very personal manner. Bus stop is just out side the front door.”

Walt

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Reviewed: December 11, 2018

Phillip
United Kingdom
8.8

“Weekend break in Malaga”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Room walls were a little thin which meant you could hear neighbouring rooms. Thankfully we had considerate neighbours and this didn't bother us too much. For some people the distance from the old town may be too much but we liked the walk.
Big comfortable bed, property in a nice location just outside of the main town. Hotel is well designed and most of the staff were friendly. They provided us with a kettle when we needed it one morning. The hotel is located really close to the beach and if needed a decent sized supermarket.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 11, 2018

Dennis
Belgium
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Traffic noise at night in the room
Breakfast Location Size of the room Friendly and helpful staff

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 10, 2018

KSutinen
Finland
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Very good and big breakfast - also several gluten-free options were available! Very nice and flexible service. Highly recommended!

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 9, 2018

Bruno
Belgium
9.2

“Value for money”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
A bit noisy due to traffic on the main road.
Nice and clean hotel. Staff was very friendly and help full. Breakfast excellent.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 9, 2018

Pietro
Italy
10

“Excellent experience”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Top of the line for cleanliness, location close to the seafront but only 15 min walk from citycentre....beautiful bedroom and bathroom

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 7, 2018

Denise
Peru

1 helpful vote
9.6

“My stay was very comfortable and satisfying.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
All good.
The breakfast was excellent. Freshly made pastries are always a plus! Room was quiet. The hotel itself is just lovely with lovely little touches throughout. Wish I could have stayed longer. The location is good for walking to the Centre and some of the best tourist sites.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: December 5, 2018

Steven
United Kingdom
6.7

“Good location - shame about the Faded Charm and cheap beds with so much street noise”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
plugs missing on bath / Beds uncomfortable / very high level of street noise / Blinds did not close fully and would not unwind without being pulled down / Spot light in room did not stay on / ordered double bed - given TWIN beds / Landing Light illuminated room at night as large gap under door - This hotel is stuck in the past with faded charm and looks tired. Due to uncomfortable beds and high levels of street noise unable to rest and relax - Will not be recommending this hotel
location and surrounding sights

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 3, 2018

Jonathan
Japan
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Beautiful hotel with quiet, sunny rooftop terrace. Very close to the beach. Staff were extremely friendly. Great breakfast. Would definitely come again.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: November 30, 2018

Isobel
United Kingdom

2 helpful votes
9.6

“Relaxing, friendly, perfect base in Malaga near to beach and a short bus hop or walk into centre.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing!
Fabulous Breakfast served at the table with home made cake and freshly squeezed orange juice.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 24, 2018

Alaistair
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
9.2

“A two night stay to revisit Malaga centre would certainly recommend.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room had a bath but no way of filling it other than with the shower hose! Had to park on the road so if staying in future would confirm parking space prior to arrival.
Location was good for Malaga centre and Hotel cleanliness, decor and buffet breakfast was excellent. No parking space but staff offered to feed meter at the space I had directly outside the hotel!

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 21, 2018

Renee
United States of America
10

“Enjoyed our stay in lovely well cared for hotel”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Room
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing very satisfied.
Excellent breakfast. Staff was very helpful. Hotel very clean and short walk to supermarket beach and into city.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 18, 2018

Maurice
United Kingdom
8.8

“Excellent accommodation, handy for the historic centre of the city.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
We seemed to take the ten to fifteen minute walk into and out from the city centre several times and should have started by trying local buses. Some encouragement and info from the hotel staff would have helped. The range of tourist leaflets did not include some of the core "must see" places.
Very flaky croissants. Very comfortable bed. Shower/ bathroom stylish and very clean. Thoroughly enjoyed traditional and artistic decoration. Excellent range of choices from breakfast tray.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 15, 2018

Haydn
United Kingdom

3 helpful votes
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
This is a beautiful family run hotel-the decor was very tasteful and spotlessly clean-breakfast was excellent

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 5, 2018

Allan
United Kingdom
8.3

“Good”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Single room was very small
Good location

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 4, 2018

Tom
Canada

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Excellent breakfast that kept us sated throughout the day.

Stayed in November 2018

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