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Hotel California

2.0 star property
Hotel with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Malagueta Beach

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Terrace/patio
Lobby sitting area
Single Room
Lobby
Reception

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb

Explore the area

Map
Paseo de Sancha, 17, Málaga, Málaga, España, 29016
  • Malagueta Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Plaza de Toros de la Malagueta
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Centre Pompidou Málaga
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Málaga (AGP)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room | View from room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, soundproofing

Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Bidet
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Málaga

Hotel California places you in the centre of Málaga, within just a 5-minute stroll of Malagueta Beach and within 20 minutes of Plaza de la Merced. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a rooftop terrace and concierge services. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk and a library. Continental breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this Málaga Centro hotel include Picasso Museum Malaga and Alcazaba.

What's nearby

  • Malagueta Beach - 5 min walk
  • Picasso Museum Malaga - 18 min walk
  • Alcazaba - 19 min walk
  • Málaga Cathedral - 19 min walk
  • Port of Malaga - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • La Malagueta Station - 9 min walk
  • Malaga (YJM-Malaga Train Station) - 10 min drive
  • Málaga (AGP) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Playa de la Caleta - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chiringuito Tropicana - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chiringuito el Cachalote - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Caleta Playa - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Hotel California

Hotel with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Malagueta Beach
As a guest of Hotel California, you'll find a rooftop terrace, a library, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. Hotel California also features concierge services, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Málaga hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Hotel California offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bidets and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (EUR 14 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 per person

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 10.00 per person
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 14 per day
  • Late check-in fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and cash.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel California?

Hotel California offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel California?

As of 23 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel California on 24 Feb 2025 start from NZ$180.32, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hotel California?

Yep, Hotel California has a self car park for EUR 14 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel California?

Yep, Hotel California is a short 5-minute walk from Malagueta Beach.

Does Hotel California serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is on offer daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel California?

No, Hotel California does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel California?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel California?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hotel California Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 275 out of 400 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 400 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 400 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 400 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 400 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quick one night stop over before catching flight home next day. Lovely friendly reception, but you need to let them know before arriving if you need parking. Don't assume there will be room when you arrive. We were fortunate. Room very large and clean and lovely modern bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ok hotel.
Everything was great. The reception was accommodating in speaking English. The only issue is the poor design shower unit. Swing doors do not seal proper thus the floor soaking always. Be careful not to hit the tap the wrong way or you get super hot blast. No coffee maker just kettle for instant coffee. Restaurants in the area don’t have hours conducive to meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location - walking distance to beach, restaurants, old city, museum, and fortress. Beds are very comfy and AC is excellent. Lovely rooftop garden to watch the sun set in the evening. Breakfast is top rate - perfect coffee with hot milk, warm freshly-baked rolls and croissants, freshly squeezed orange juice, granola, and yoghurt.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

dina

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic value
Lovely friendly hotel.Very clean and great sea views Excellent breakfast and service.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jocelyn

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room looked like a dorm room and the bed was about as comfortable. The staff was nice and the room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Galyna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach and bars. Clean and comfortable rooms and beds. Staff was very kind and polite. Great place for a short stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was just a two night stay following a trip to Granada that left us close to the airport. The Hotel is 5 minutes from the beach and about a 30 minute pleasant walk to the Cathedral and town centre. Hotel was clean and well presented. Staff were helpful and the breakfast excellent. All-in-all a pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful Hotel & Wonderful Staff
The staff at the Hotel California is extremely friendly. They provided information and help. The hotel itself is beautiful and clean. The room was comfortable, and had everything one can need. The location was perfect. It was a block from the beach, and walking distance to restaurants. It was a 5 minute taxi ride to the city center. We had a great experience and I highly recommend this hotel. It’s not in a super busy area which was great, since the busy area was a 5 minute walk away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nabih

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The hotel has no ramp, only the stairs and had to carry our luggage’s towards the reception. Breakfast is excellent. The personnel is friendly and ready to help. Would certainly go back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This isn’t the best hotel in the world but it’s friendly, quirky and good value. Staff are great, very decent/ big breakfast. Decor is odd but cute. Room is really stuffy without use of fan and air con. Location ok, 15 mins out of centre. On bus route. Deffo worth checking out if on a budget.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very near the beach which made it really easy tog back and forth multiple times a day (to siesta when it was very hot!). It’s also near a large supermarket to get water and snacks. The public transport is very close, with a bus stop directly outside the property and the buses taking you straight to the city centre. The rooms themselves were very nice and newly renovated with excellent air conditioning. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katinka

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place
Hotel California is a lovely, family-run place and I enjoyed my stay very much. The breakfast on the front terrace was very nice and delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice small boutique hotel for our stay. Enjoyed the short distance to the beach and the rooftop. Great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was a great! Maybe a little far from downtown and all the action, but everything about it was super nice and staff was very helpful! And it was steps from the beach, quick 5 minute walk :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pace for a city stay, clean, friendly and interesting decor
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eliza

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Made changes on request ASAP; nice location with City & ocean view; near beach, restaurants & market
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Bad experience, bad attitude from hotel management
On checking into our room, it had a string sewage smell. We opened the windows and doors and switched the fan on. After a few minutes the small was atill coming from the bathroom so I went to the reception desk to report it. The assistant gave us another room one level above the first one. We checked into this and it was fine. On leaving for dinner shortly afterwards I thanked the assistant, upon which he told us he checked our original room and it was fine, and didn’t understand why I complained. I reiterated that it smelled bad and he insisted I was wrong, with a really bad attitude. On returning to the room around 11pm we showered in cold water as there was no hot water. The air conditioning did not work, after at least an hour on cold, and with the extra fan in, the room was still hot. After our exchange earlier I wasn’t going to complain and turn the whole thing ugly. The following morning I reported the issues to the morning manager, and he said he was aware of the water problem, but it was now fixed, and we were on our way to the airport! He insisted the water temperature was 40deg the previous day, and that the air conditioning worked fine, I must have been using it incorrectly! Again a bad attitude. After a week of several hotels and superb experiences, this was by far our worst experience. If I visit Malaga again we would rather sleep in the car.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadiia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Radu Florian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best stay in Spain
Excelent stay, way above the expectations. We received a service ( room surface, amenities, patios, partial view at the see, clean room, breakfast, assistance at parking ) which makes this hotel to deserve 3 stars.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024