Playas del Palo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Playas del Palo
Popular places to visit
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.
Malagueta Beach
Laze under the Andalucían sun on this popular beach, which is just a short stroll from Malaga's historic city center.
Picasso Museum Malaga
The work of Málaga’s most famous son is on display at this extensive museum inside of a 16th-century palace.
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.
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.
Málaga Cathedral
The “One Armed Lady” and her ornate Baroque and Renaissance features has charmed locals for over 200 years.
Activities
From Malaga: Ronda and Setenil Guided Tour Day Trip
From Malaga: Ronda & Setenil de las Bodegas Day Trip
Excursion to Gibraltar with Dolphin Watching from Malaga
Excursion to Córdoba from Malaga
Our pick of the best Playas del Palo Hotel Deals
Hotel ILUNION Malaga
Staff was outstanding! Jesus was very helpful and a delight to converse with during our check-in and throughout our stay. The hotel is wonderful, lovely rooms, abundant breakfast choices. Good location.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Gran Hotel Miramar GL
we did not have breakfast as not breakfast people but we did have a light lunch by the pool. which was good with good service as well. we went to the Spa and did the 1 hour circuit had the place to ourselves. our room was large and very modern white and blue which is too modern and cool for me but ...
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
tent Torremolinos
Nice hotel in a great location. The room was good with a excellent bathroom. The brunch was amazing, plenty of choice and the extended timings until 1.30pm was fantasic. It was great not having to get up early for breakfast. I would recommend.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Malaga Airport by IHG
Room is clean. We arrive at midnight, it very good to have 24 hours front desk.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Hotel Málaga Vibes
very pleasant and helpful staff, delicious breakfast, clean room, everything ok
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Flex Malaga City Center
Good value for money. Basic but clean and everything needed for a short stay. Twenty minute walk into the old town. Reception always had people there whenever I went in and out. Room cleaned and clean towels done daily.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Playas del Palo
El Palo
Unique features of El Palo include the beaches and shopping. Make a stop by Playa del Palo or Las Acacias Beach while you're exploring the area.
Pedregalejo Playa
While visiting Pedregalejo Playa, you might make a stop by sights like Playa de Pedregalejo and Las Acacias Beach.
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.
La Caleta
While visiting La Caleta, you might make a stop by sights like Malagueta Beach and Playa de la Caleta.
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 Playa de Pedregalejo.
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.
