Few hotels in Málaga are as well placed as the Hotel Larios, which stands just off Calle Larios, the elegant pedestrian shopping street that runs through the heart of the old town. The location is the main attraction. Step out of the door and you are within a few minutes on foot of the cathedral, the Plaza de la Constitución, the Atarazanas market, the Picasso Museum and the Alcazaba, so the car, the bus and the taxi can stay out of the itinerary entirely. For a first visit, or for a short city break of two or three nights, that convenience is worth a lot, because you can return to the hotel in the heat of the afternoon, rest, and head out again for the evening tapas rounds. The hotel has a contemporary design, with bright colours, bold patterns and a playful style that contrasts with the old stone around it. The rooms are compact and well equipped, and the design is more about personality than size. Many guests like the lively lobby, the helpful reception and the rooftop terrace, where you can see the cathedral and the hill of Gibralfaro against the sky while you have a drink in the evening. The hotel works well for couples, solo travellers and friends who want to be in the middle of things. It is not a quiet retreat, and the old town stays lively into the night, but the position is hard to beat.
Location and getting around
The hotel is on a side street close to Calle Larios, in the pedestrian heart of the city. Taxis can reach the street, and the airport and the train stations are easy to reach by taxi in 15 to 20 minutes. The airport is about 10 to 12 kilometres away, and María Zambrano railway station about 1.5 kilometres. Everything else is on foot, including the beach at La Malagueta, a pleasant 20-minute walk through the park and along the port.
The rooms
Rooms are modern, with air conditioning, comfortable beds and well-designed bathrooms. Sizes vary, so check the room type if you need extra space, and request a higher floor or an interior room if you are a light sleeper, because the old town is busy at weekends. The style is bright and cheerful rather than traditional.
Who it suits and good to know: the hotel is ideal for couples, friends and first-time visitors who want to walk everywhere. Families can stay, but the rooms are compact, so check the options for extra beds. Breakfast is available and a good start before a morning of sightseeing. The rooftop terrace is a highlight, though its opening hours and services depend on the season, so check when you book.
Because the hotel is in a pedestrian zone, ask about luggage access and parking, as vehicles cannot always reach the door and public car parks nearby charge a daily fee. Book early for Easter, the August fair and the Christmas lights, when the city fills up. In summer, enjoy the early evening on the roof before dinner, and plan your sightseeing for the cooler morning hours.
Why stay here
- ✓Central old town location
- ✓Steps from Calle Larios
- ✓Rooftop terrace
- ✓Design-led rooms
- ✓Air conditioning
- ✓Breakfast available
- ✓Walkable to the cathedral and Alcazaba
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
Good questions
Where is Hotel Larios Málaga?+
It is just off Calle Larios in the heart of the old town. The cathedral, the Picasso Museum and the Alcazaba are all a short walk away.
Is the hotel noisy?+
The old town is lively, particularly on weekends and in summer. Ask for a higher floor or an interior room if you are a light sleeper.
Does it have a rooftop terrace?+
Yes, with views over the cathedral and Gibralfaro. Check seasonal opening times and services when you book.
