El Puerto Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Port of Malaga showing a city and general coastal views
Port of Malaga which includes cycling, a marina and modern architecture
Port of Malaga showing general coastal views, boating and a city
Port of Malaga showing night scenes and a city
Port of Malaga featuring a city, night scenes and general coastal views

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

The work of Málaga’s most famous son is on display at this extensive museum inside of a 16th-century palace.

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

From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil de las Bodegas Complete Tour

From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil Tour and Tourist Train

NZ$51
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil Tour and Tourist Train
Málaga: Sunset Catamaran Trip

Málaga: Sunset Catamaran Trip

NZ$59
per adult
Málaga: Sunset Catamaran Trip
Visit The Caves of the Treasure by electric car in Malaga

Discover the Treasure Cave: Unique Electric Car Tour in Málaga

NZ$215
per adult
Discover the Treasure Cave: Unique Electric Car Tour in Málaga
City Sightseeing Malaga: 1-Hour Boat Tour

City Sightseeing Malaga: 1-Hour Boat Tour

NZ$25
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Malaga: 1-Hour Boat Tour
3-Hours Catamaran Tour in Malaga with Paella

3-Hours Catamaran Tour in Malaga with Paella

NZ$88
per adult
3-Hours Catamaran Tour in Malaga with Paella
Malaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas Trip

Málaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas & optional Sunset

NZ$55
per adult
Málaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas & optional Sunset
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Our pick of the best El Puerto Hotel Deals

Room Mate Collection Valeria, Málaga

Room Mate Collection Valeria, Málaga

4 out of 5
Plaza del Poeta Alfonso Canales, 5, Corner of Plaza de La Marina, Málaga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$464 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$464
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"I love the location, you can walk to the cathedral, museum, the beach, restaurants, bars, etc....the staff is super friendly and helpful, the bed was super comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay here."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Room Mate Collection Valeria, Málaga
Gran hotel Miramar GL

Gran hotel Miramar GL

5 out of 5
Paseo Reding, 22, Málaga, Málaga
The price is NZ$658 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
NZ$658
15 Sept - 16 Sept
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! (1,002 reviews)
Best hotel in Malaga
"Clean, beautiful and easy to do everything there. Service was very good. Pool was exceptional as well."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Gran hotel Miramar GL
Hotel Málaga Vibes

Hotel Málaga Vibes

3.5 out of 5
C. Gregorio Allegri S/N, Málaga, Málaga
The price is NZ$235 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$235
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (280 reviews)
"Fantastic cleaning service. Delicious food. Lovely room."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Hotel Málaga Vibes
Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World

Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World

4 out of 5
Calle Granada 61, Málaga, Málaga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$462 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$462
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Málaga. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
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Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World
Hampton By Hilton Malaga Martiricos

Hampton By Hilton Malaga Martiricos

3 out of 5
Paseo de Martiricos 38, Málaga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$217 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$217
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (223 reviews)
"This place was clean with proper amenities. Good airconditioning and good shower! It isn’t in the best location for going down town but on the other hand there isn’t a zillion people outside of it."

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Hampton By Hilton Malaga Martiricos
Hotel Zen Airport with Free shuttle

Hotel Zen Airport with Free shuttle

3 out of 5
Camino de los Fresnos, 9, Torremolinos, Malaga
The price is NZ$346 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$346
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Torremolinos. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"We really liked this hotel. Nice people, clean room, very convenient with shuttle. All good."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Hotel Zen Airport with Free shuttle
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Other neighbourhoods around El Puerto

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SoHo

While you're in SoHo, take in top sights like Teatro del Soho CaixaBank and jump on the metro at La Marina Station to see more of the city.

SoHo
Tajo\'s Tree-Lined Avenue featuring a park

Ensanche Centro

While you're in Ensanche Centro, take in top sights like Muelle Uno and jump on the metro at La Marina Station to see more of the city.

Ensanche Centro
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
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Polígono Alameda

While you're in Polígono Alameda, take in top sights like El Corte Ingles Commercial Center and jump on the metro at Guadalmedina Station to see more of the city.

Polígono Alameda
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
Plaza de la Merced which includes a square or plaza, heritage architecture and a city

La Merced

If you're spending some time in La Merced, Plaza de la Merced and Teatro Cervantes de Malaga are top sights worth seeing.

La Merced

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