This Parador Hotel has an unbeatable central position in Málaga beside the castle. Located on top of Mount Gibralfaro, you can look over the city and the Mediterranean Sea from a unique perspective. Head to the roof terrace for a fabulous swimming pool and sun terrace with incredible views. Stay active this holiday thanks to the Parador de Málaga Gibralfaro's location beside the Parador del Golf which features facilities for practicing tennis and golf. Interiors of the Parador de Málaga Gibralfaro are welcoming and charming. Sit and chat with friends in the lounge areas where you can admire the elegant antique furniture, rich fabrics and warm Mediterranean tones. Sample Andalusian specialties in the Parador de Málaga Gibralfaro's restaurant which among other dishes serves delicious fresh fish and seafood.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Paradores de Turismo
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
9.1
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Alison
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything!! the location - amazing views the restaurant - fabulous food the staff - helpful and friendly, seemed happy in their work. our balcony - so lovely we sat there every day. short uphill walk to the castle, well worth a visit short...
  • Robin
    United States of America United States of America
    We had a huge room with a lovely terrace and view. The breakfast was convenient and I liked that your egg dish was made to order. Only downside was getting the wait staff’s attention when you wanted a second cappuccino.
  • Amy
    United States of America United States of America
    Beautiful location in an historic hotel. I loved the views and great cafe!
  • Mark
    United States of America United States of America
    The view, spacious clean rooms and great breakfast.
  • Baxendale
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room and view were excellent and well maintained for stay
  • Andrea
    United States of America United States of America
    The location of the property is gorgeous. The views are outstanding. The food was excellent both at breakfast and we had dinner in the restaurant, which I highly recommend. The staff is lovely. Having free parking was helpful as well. It was...
  • Mradu
    United States of America United States of America
    Location is perfect; room had sea view. The panoramic view is magnificent. We wished we could stay longer in this corner of paradise. The restaurant is great too. Lots of choices, Spanish food in particular.
  • Valentina
    United States of America United States of America
    Wonderful location with magnificent views on Malaga. Very cozy and charming hotel.
  • Sean
    Ireland Ireland
    Beautiful view of the city ,sea and mountains,pool a bit on the chilly side but then again it was Early April
  • Claire
    United States of America United States of America
    We were in room 310 with a lovely view, plus we could see the path to walk down to the city centro. We visited the Castello Gibralfaro, took the bus to town twice and had timed tickets for the very interesting Picasso Museum. We had dinner in the...

Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days

  • are the pools open in April?

    Yes, the pool is open all year.
    Answered on 8 October 2020
  • Is there a shuttle available to get to the closest beach nearby? What are the other transportation options?

    No, we are soory but we do not have any shutlle but in the entrance of the Parador stops the bus n.35 to go to the city center. Regards.
    Answered on 29 November 2019
  • Hi there is parking for a car?

    Yes we have a parking place outside free
    Answered on 1 November 2019
  • Is there walk in shower

    we have 1 room, but most have bathtubes
    Answered on 27 September 2019
  • Me and my partner are coming next month and want to know if the pool will be open?

    Dear guest Our swimming pool is open every day of the year. However, it is an outdoor pool and the water is not heated. Kind regards
    Answered on 21 December 2020
  • How long does it take to walk down to the centre of Malaga? and to walk back, is it uphill? Would it be OK for an older person aged 80? Thank you

    There is a footpath near the Parador, which leads to the city centre, it takes 20 minutes to reach the city or the harbour Muelle 1. If you don't have..
    Answered on 15 January 2021
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Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurante Especia Parador de Málaga Gibralfaro
    • Cuisine
      Mediterranean • Spanish • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Parador de Málaga Gibralfaro
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Terrace
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Beach
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safe
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Laptop safe
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
  • Pool with view
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Open-air bath
  • Solarium
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

House rules
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Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that drinks are not included in the Half Board and Full Board rates.

In the case of groups reservations up to 5 rooms, different cancellation policies will be apply.

License number: H-MA-09901-CIUDAD

FAQs about Parador de Málaga Gibralfaro

  • Parador de Málaga Gibralfaro has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurante Especia Parador de Málaga Gibralfaro

  • The nearest beach is 1,650 feet from Parador de Málaga Gibralfaro. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Parador de Málaga Gibralfaro is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Room options at Parador de Málaga Gibralfaro include:

    • Double

  • Parador de Málaga Gibralfaro offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Solarium
    • Open-air bath
    • Swimming pool
    • Beach

  • The prices at Parador de Málaga Gibralfaro may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Parador de Málaga Gibralfaro is 0.7 miles from the center of Málaga. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Parador de Málaga Gibralfaro can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet
    • Breakfast to go