El Palo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

El Palo

Popular places to visit

Port of Malaga featuring a city and night scenes

Port of Malaga

One of Spain’s most popular cruise ports is a great place to experience the atmosphere and history of lively, welcoming Málaga.

Port of Malaga
Malagueta Beach which includes a coastal town, a beach and swimming

Malagueta Beach

Laze under the Andalucían sun on this popular beach, which is just a short stroll from Malaga's historic city center.

Malagueta Beach
Picasso Museum Malaga showing art and interior views as well as an individual female

Picasso Museum Malaga

Inside the grand Palacio de Buenavista is a comprehensive tribute to the life of Picasso, from his childhood in Málaga to his days as an artistic master.

Picasso Museum Malaga
Malaga Cathedral which includes religious aspects, interior views and heritage architecture

Málaga Cathedral

The “One Armed Lady” and her ornate Baroque and Renaissance features has charmed locals for over 200 years.

Málaga Cathedral
Calle Larios

Calle Larios

During your visit to Malaga Historic Centre, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Calle Larios. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Calle Larios
Alcazaba featuring heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture

Alcazaba

Explore the lavishly decorated residence of Moorish sultans and other rulers in this thousand-year-old fortress built on the remains of a Roman settlement.

Alcazaba

Activities

Malaga Interactive Music Museum + Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Malaga Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Entry to 2 Museums

AU$48
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Malaga Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Entry to 2 Museums
Malaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas Trip

Málaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas & optional Sunset

AU$39
per adult
Málaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas & optional Sunset
Picture 1 for Activity From Malaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas Guided Day Trip

From Malaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas Day Trip

AU$52
per adult
From Malaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas Day Trip
Visit Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas in one day from Malaga

Visit Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas in one day from Malaga

AU$62
per adult
Visit Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas in one day from Malaga
3-Hours Catamaran Tour in Malaga with Paella

3-Hours Catamaran Tour in Malaga with Paella

AU$80
per adult
3-Hours Catamaran Tour in Malaga with Paella
From Benalmádena & Torremolinos: Dolphin Watch Boat Trip

From Benalmádena & Torremolinos: Dolphin Watch Boat Trip

AU$66
per adult
From Benalmádena & Torremolinos: Dolphin Watch Boat Trip
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Our pick of the best El Palo Hotel Deals

Salitre Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy

Salitre Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy

3.5 out of 5
Calle Plaza de Toros Vieja, 11, Malaga
The price is AU$172 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$172
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (57 reviews)
"Hotel is modern. Room was a good size and well fitted out. Walk into town only took 5/10 minutes as did the walk to the train station. Had problems when checking in and out concerning payment for breakfast as there was some difficulty in their finding on their system that I had prepaid. Thought ‘holding’ ..."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Salitre Hotel, Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy
Hotel Málaga Vibes

Hotel Málaga Vibes

3.5 out of 5
C. Gregorio Allegri S/N, Málaga, Málaga
The price is AU$152 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$152
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (314 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Hotel Málaga Vibes
Gran Hotel Miramar GL

Gran Hotel Miramar GL

5 out of 5
Paseo Reding, 22, Málaga, Málaga
The price is AU$451 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$451
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel! The pool was gorgeous & the hotel is located right across the street from the beach! The staff was extremely helpful and friendly. Our room was clean with lots of extras such as robes, chocolates on our pillow & turn down service. Simply wonderful!"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Gran Hotel Miramar GL
tent Torremolinos

tent Torremolinos

3 out of 5
Hoyo 28, Torremolinos, Malaga
The price is AU$121 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$121
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy free breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (895 reviews)
"Great location. Walking distance to the main shopping and dinning area in Torremolinos. Bed was super comfy! Check in staff (I think her name was Catherine) was so lovely and friendly and helpful with all my questions. No fridge or kettle, but amazing buffet breakfast until 1pm!! I had a Seaview ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

tent Torremolinos
Hampton By Hilton Malaga Martiricos

Hampton By Hilton Malaga Martiricos

3 out of 5
Paseo de Martiricos 38, Málaga
The price is AU$184 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$184
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Port of Malaga and Malagueta ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (259 reviews)
"Excellent value for money. Close to city centre- easy walk."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2025

Hampton By Hilton Malaga Martiricos
Hotel Apartamentos Bajondillo

Hotel Apartamentos Bajondillo

4 out of 5
Paseo Maritimo s/n, Torremolinos, Malaga
The price is AU$126 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$126
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Bit outdated but clean and very good location"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Hotel Apartamentos Bajondillo
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Other neighbourhoods around El Palo

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Pedregalejo Playa

While visiting Pedregalejo Playa, you might make a stop by sights like Playa de Pedregalejo and Las Acacias Beach.

Pedregalejo Playa
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Pedregalejo

Some popular features of Pedregalejo include its beaches and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Playa de Pedregalejo or Banos del Carmen Beach are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Pedregalejo
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La Caleta

While visiting La Caleta, you might make a stop by sights like Malagueta Beach and Playa de la Caleta.

La Caleta
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Malaga-Este

You'll enjoy the cafes and spas in Malaga-Este. You might want to make time for a stop at Malagueta Beach or Las Acacias Beach.

Malaga-Este
Malagueta Beach showing signage and a beach

La Malagueta

Pristine beaches, ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are just a few things travellers love about La Malagueta. Sights like Malagueta Beach and Muelle Uno are top spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Málaga area at La Malagueta Station.

La Malagueta
Gibralfaro Castle showing mist or fog, heritage architecture and château or palace

Monte de Gibralfaro

If you're spending some time in Monte de Gibralfaro, Gibralfaro Castle and Mirador de Gibralfaro are top sights worth seeing.

Monte de Gibralfaro

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