Hostel The Lights Hostel

Torregorda, 3, Malaga Centro, 29005 Málaga, Spain – Excellent location - show map

Excellent location — rated 9.4/10! (score from 1984 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.4
Very good
1,989 reviews

very good location with exceptional facilities and the staff were very welcoming

F United Kingdom

The Lights Hostel is the best place to stay in Malaga! You can walk to the beach in around 20 minutes and there are many shops and restaurants close by. The staff was very friendly as well :) The room was very clean and comfortable. Even if you book a private room you can still enjoy Hostel vibes :) looking forward to come back.

Tatjana Germany

the roof terrace and central location. hostel activities where I could meet new people

Andrew United Kingdom

Great location in walking distance of the stations and the sights in Malaga

Conor United Kingdom

Nice location close to center and the beach Malagueta. Kind staff and everything was clean. The rooftop was full of people and every night they organise events where to meet new people

Samuele Italy

Staff are so lovely. rooms are clean and roof bars amazing place to sit down and love stay there again again

Jigar United Kingdom

The awesome guy at reception (sorry, I've forgotten his name!) who had recently began working there really helped me out when I wanted to change rooms after accidently booking the wrong one. He was super accommodating and helpful, thanks dude!

Aoife Albania

Very nice hostel to meet other travelers. Free sangria every night, which is the meeting point for people and the beginning of the pub crawl if you feel like partying (just 10€). Breakfast is 2€, coffee and tea for free, and the kitchen is spacious and well equipped.

Odin New Zealand

Friendly personnel, bar open on the highest level and open top roof.

Macs_sdch Netherlands

Nice and social hostel with plenty of activities - free sangria at the terrace, dinner for 3 euro, the breakfast as well is very good and on a pretty nice price.

Ilka Romania
8.4
Very good
1,989 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “very good location with exceptional facilities and the staff were very welcoming”
    F F United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The Lights Hostel is the best place to stay in Malaga! You can walk to the beach in around 20 minutes and there are many shops and restaurants close by.”
    Tatjana Tatjana Germany Germany
  • “the roof terrace and central location. hostel activities where I could meet new people”
    Andrew Andrew United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Great location in walking distance of the stations and the sights in Malaga”
    Conor Conor United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Nice location close to center and the beach Malagueta. Kind staff and everything was clean. The rooftop was full of people and every night they organise events where to meet new people”
    Samuele Samuele Italy Italy
  • “Staff are so lovely. rooms are clean and roof bars amazing place to sit down and love stay there again again”
    Jigar Jigar United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The awesome guy at reception (sorry, I've forgotten his name!) who had recently began working there really helped me out when I wanted to change rooms after accidently booking the wrong one.”
    Aoife Aoife Albania Albania
  • “Very nice hostel to meet other travelers. Free sangria every night, which is the meeting point for people and the beginning of the pub crawl if you feel like partying (just 10€).”
    Odin Odin New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Friendly personnel, bar open on the highest level and open top roof.”
    Macs_sdch Macs_sdch Netherlands Netherlands
  • “Nice and social hostel with plenty of activities - free sangria at the terrace, dinner for 3 euro, the breakfast as well is very good and on a pretty nice price.”
    Ilka Ilka Romania Romania

Categories:

  • Staff9.0
  • Facilities8.4
  • Cleanliness8.3
  • Comfort8.1
  • Value for money8.5
  • Location9.4
  • Free WiFi9.4

Stay in the heart of Málaga – Excellent location - show map

This property is 15 minutes walk from the beach. Offering a roof terrace and balconies with views of La Alameda Principal y Torregorda Street, a 24-hour reception and free WiFi, Lights Out Hostel is located in Málaga City Centre, 350 yards from famous Calle Larios Street.

Each room at Lights Out Hostel is air-conditioned, and include bed linen. Most of them have a balcony with views over the city, from where you can enjoy the different festivals throughout the year. There are single-sex shared shower rooms and toilets on each floor.

Guests have access to a shared kitchen and other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge and a snack bar.

The hostel is 450 yards from both Malaga Cathedral and from Carmen Thyssen Museum. Malaga Airport is 5 miles away.

This is our guests' favourite part of Málaga, according to independent reviews.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

The Lights Hostel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 23 Jan 2015.

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Most popular facilities

Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Terrace
24-hour front desk

Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Málaga, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4

Breakfast info

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Closest beaches
  • La Malagueta Beach

    La Malagueta Beach

    7.8 Good beach
    1,100 yards from property
  • San Andres Beach

    San Andres Beach

    7.8 Good beach
    1,750 yards from property
  • La Caleta Beach

    La Caleta Beach

    8.0 Very good beach
    1.2 miles from property
  • Misericordia Beach

    Misericordia Beach

    8.0 Very good beach
    1.4 miles from property

Guest reviews

8.4
Very good · 1,989 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.0
  • Facilities8.4
  • Cleanliness8.3
  • Comfort8.1
  • Value for money8.5
  • Location9.4
  • Free WiFi9.4

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See what guests loved the most:

  • F United Kingdom

    “very good location with exceptional facilities and the staff were very welcoming”

  • Tatjana Germany

    “The Lights Hostel is the best place to stay in Malaga! You can walk to the beach in around 20 minutes and there are many shops and restaurants close by. The staff was very friendly as well :) The room was very clean and comfortable. Even if you book a private room you can still enjoy Hostel vibes :) looking forward to come back.”

  • Andrew United Kingdom

    “the roof terrace and central location. hostel activities where I could meet new people”

  • Conor United Kingdom

    “Great location in walking distance of the stations and the sights in Malaga”

  • Samuele Italy

    “Nice location close to center and the beach Malagueta. Kind staff and everything was clean. The rooftop was full of people and every night they organise events where to meet new people”

  • Jigar United Kingdom

    “Staff are so lovely. rooms are clean and roof bars amazing place to sit down and love stay there again again”

  • Aoife Albania

    “The awesome guy at reception (sorry, I've forgotten his name!) who had recently began working there really helped me out when I wanted to change rooms after accidently booking the wrong one. He was super accommodating and helpful, thanks dude!”

  • Odin New Zealand

    “Very nice hostel to meet other travelers. Free sangria every night, which is the meeting point for people and the beginning of the pub crawl if you feel like partying (just 10€). Breakfast is 2€, coffee and tea for free, and the kitchen is spacious and well equipped.”

  • Macs_sdch Netherlands

    “Friendly personnel, bar open on the highest level and open top roof.”

  • Ilka Romania

    “Nice and social hostel with plenty of activities - free sangria at the terrace, dinner for 3 euro, the breakfast as well is very good and on a pretty nice price.”

Property questions and answers
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  • Do I need a lock for the lockers?
    Hola, thanks for contacting us. You can bring your locker or we sale padlocks for 2.50 euros. Regards. The Lights Team.
    Answered on 21 December 2021
  • Do you offer luggage storage?
    Yes, we offer luggage store at reception for guests on the date of check in or check out.
    Answered on 26 October 2019
  • Do you have planned events or activities?
    hello! yes we do some activities like beach volley, tours of the city and every night there is the pubcrawl for 10 euro ;)
    Answered on 4 November 2019
  • Is there a room I could work from ?
    We have different parts in our common areas where you can work: We have a small room with extra plugs than can be closed to work on it. There is also tables and plugs enough in the living area.
    Asked about: Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room • Answered on 8 November 2020
  • I am arriving between 1am to 2am. Is it possible to checkin that late?
    Yes! It is possible to check in any time after 14:30. If the reception is close at your arrival time we will send your the procedure for self check in.
    Answered on 20 November 2020

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Property surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighbourhood!
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Located in the historic old town

A melting pot of Islamic and Catholic influences, Malaga's old town features the colossal Moorish ruins of the Alcazaba, as well as a strangely "one-towered" cathedral.

What's nearby
  • Atarazanas Market
    0 miles
  • Calle Marques de Larios
    0.2 miles
  • Alameda Theatre
    0.2 miles
  • El Corte Ingles Shopping Centre
    0.2 miles
  • Carmen Thyssen Museum
    0.2 miles
  • Plaza de la Constitucion
    0.2 miles
  • Marin Galy
    0.3 miles
  • Malaga Cathedral
    0.3 miles
  • Malaga Plaza Shopping Centre
    0.3 miles
  • Malaga Contemporary Art Center
    0.3 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Cafe/bar Antigua Casa de Guardia
    0 miles
  • Cafe/bar Casa Aranda
    0 miles
  • Restaurant Recyclo
    0.1 miles
  • Restaurant La Recova
    0.2 miles
  • Cafe/bar Casa Mira
    0.2 miles
  • Restaurant Alcasabar
    0.6 miles
Top attractions
  • Malaga Museum
    0.4 miles
  • Picasso Museum
    0.4 miles
  • Malaga Park
    0.4 miles
  • Museum of Glass and Crystal
    0.6 miles
  • Malaga María Zambrano Train Station
    0.6 miles
  • Port of Malaga
    0.6 miles
  • Jorge Rando Museum
    0.6 miles
  • Gibralfaro Viewpoint
    0.7 miles
  • Automobile and Fashion Museum
    1.5 miles
  • Andalucia Technological Park
    7 miles
Natural beauty
  • River Guadalmedina
    0.1 miles
  • Sea/ocean Meditarean Sea
    0.6 miles
Beaches in the neighbourhood
  • La Malagueta Beach
    1,100 yards
  • San Andres Beach
    1,750 yards
  • La Caleta Beach
    1.2 miles
  • Misericordia Beach
    1.4 miles
  • Baños del Carmen Beach
    2.3 miles
Closest airports
  • Malaga Airport
    4.7 miles
  • Federico Garcia Lorca Granada-Jaen Airport
    48.4 miles
How to get to The Lights Hostel from Malaga Airport
    Public transport
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Facilities of The Lights Hostel

Most popular facilities

Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities Additional charge
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Happy hour
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Pub crawls Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
Internet
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Parking options available
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Minimarket on site
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Italian
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Sustainable initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and environmentally friendly travel

House rules The Lights Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

14:30 - 00:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 hours

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

There is no capacity for cots at this property.

There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking for more than 8 persons, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Red 6000 The Lights Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note that check-in is also possible after midnight.

Please note that a deposit is required for the room key, fully refundable upon check-out.

Please note, towels and bed linen are changed every 3 days.

When booking for more than 8 people, different policies and additional supplements may apply. Please contact the property after booking.

Any guest younger than 18 years must be accompanied by an adult and be booked in a private room. Dormitory rooms are available for family groups at the given dormitory rates.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about The Lights Hostel

  • The nearest beach is just 0.7 miles from The Lights Hostel.

  • The prices at The Lights Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to The Lights Hostel by:

    • Train 20min

  • The Lights Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Evening entertainment
    • Happy hour
    • Movie nights
    • Pub crawls
    • Walking tours

  • The Lights Hostel is 450 yards from the centre of Málaga.

  • Check-in at The Lights Hostel is from 14:30, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Guests staying at The Lights Hostel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at The Lights Hostel (subject to availability):

    • Street parking