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Hostel Sorolla Playa, hotel in Málaga

Hostel Sorolla Playa is set on the beachfront in Málaga, less than 1 km from La Malagueta Beach and a 13-minute walk from Baños del Carmen Beach.

Scored 9.8
9.8
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price fromUS$98.01per night
Hostal Vidamia, hotel in Málaga

Hostal Vidamia is located in central Málaga, within 7 minutes’ walk of Málaga Cathedral and the Picasso Museum. Set in a restored 19th-century building, it offers elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi.

Very central. Just of the main square. Very friendly and with a lovely smile receptionist. Clean and quiet room with great air-con. Comfy bed and great shower.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
3,063 reviews
Price fromUS$76.23per night
COEO Pod Hostel - Part of COEO Experience, hotel in Málaga

Attractively situated in Málaga, COEO Pod Hostel - Part of COEO Experience features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

Location was great! Clean.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
3,504 reviews
Price fromUS$72.04per night
TOC Hostel Malaga, hotel in Málaga

Well set in Málaga, TOC Hostel Malaga provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

The hostel is in the middle middle of the city, right around the corner of where you want to be. The staffer were amazing, nothing was too much. The breakfast selection was substantial
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
6,822 reviews
Price fromUS$166.56per night
Malaga Stop Hostel AB, hotel in Málaga

Ideally located in the centre of Málaga, Malaga Stop Hostel AB offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

Was nice having a clean towel at no charge, and was easy to find and the staff are friendly The price is justifiable
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
3,153 reviews
Price fromUS$67.52per night
La Moraga de Poniente Malaga Hostel, hotel in Málaga

Málaga Hostel is located in Málaga’s Pedregalejo district, just 5 minutes’ walk from the beach.

Clean Hostel with nice outside common area. Great location within walking distance from the beach. Really lovely and helpful staff!
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
1,302 reviews
Price fromUS$63.16per night
The Lights Hostel, hotel in Málaga

Offering a roof terrace and balconies with views of La Alameda Principal y Torregorda Street, a 24-hour reception and free WiFi, Lights Out Hostel is located in Málaga City Centre, 300 metres from...

Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
2,683 reviews
Price fromUS$79.26per night
Terraza del Limonar, hotel in Málaga

Attractively located in the centre of Málaga, Terraza del Limonar features air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

Simple no fuss clean hostel with comfy beds and a kitchen available to use. Just a 5min walk from the beach. The helpful staff lent me a beach umbrella, which I really appreciated!
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
1,687 reviews
Price fromUS$87.12per night
The Urban Jungle Hostel, hotel in Málaga

Conveniently set in the centre of Málaga, The Urban Jungle Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

The staff was great. The whole hostel was very clean, particularly the bathrooms. Atmosphere was warm and the terrace was a perfect place to meet people. Lots of activities to do. Free fruit and coffee! Super central location.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
787 reviews
Price fromUS$135.04per night
Hostal rooms Flores de Viola, hotel in Málaga

Located within 1.2 km of Misericordia Beach and 1.8 km of San Andres Beach, Hostal rooms Flores de Viola provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Málaga.

Full apartment, ideal for a group of people or family.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
29 reviews
Price fromUS$196.02per night
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Hostal Vidamia
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 3,063 reviews

    Hostal Vidamia is located in central Málaga, within 7 minutes’ walk of Málaga Cathedral and the Picasso Museum. Set in a restored 19th-century building, it offers elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi.

    Excellent location, friendly staff and very helpful.

  • Casa Letran Guesthouse
    Scored 6.9
    6.9
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 2,053 reviews

    Well set in Málaga, Casa Letran Guesthouse provides air-conditioned rooms, a terrace and free WiFi.

    The location was so good and the staff were so kind.

    From US$78.41 per night
  • Málaga Centro Hostel
    Scored 5.7
    5.7
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 2,236 reviews

    Málaga Centro Hostel is located in a quiet area in Malaga, within 10 minutes’ walk from the city centre and the historic town. Public areas include a TV lounge and a shared kitchen.

    Very friendly Lovely outdoor space Very clean room

    From US$75.14 per night
  • The Lights Hostel
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,683 reviews

    Offering a roof terrace and balconies with views of La Alameda Principal y Torregorda Street, a 24-hour reception and free WiFi, Lights Out Hostel is located in Málaga City Centre, 300 metres from...

    the family dinner and breakfast, lovely and helpful staff

  • La Moraga de Poniente Malaga Hostel
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,302 reviews

    Málaga Hostel is located in Málaga’s Pedregalejo district, just 5 minutes’ walk from the beach.

    Kept very clean, staff were very friendly and helpful!

  • Bienvenido a tu habitacion
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 21 reviews

    Situated in Málaga and with Playa de Calahonda - Royal Beach reachable within 2 km, Bienvenido a tu habitacion features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and...

    Sitio tranquilo, con todos los servicios accesibles,anfitriona genial

  • Nordik Rooms Urban - Centro "Estocolmo"
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 41 reviews

    Nordik Rooms Urban - Centro "Estocolmo" is in a prime location in the centre of Málaga, and provides a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    Arredamento funzionalità location in centro cucina

  • Historic Malaga Centro Rooms
    Scored 6.7
    6.7
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 156 reviews

    Well located in the Malaga Centro district of Málaga, Historic Malaga Centro Rooms is located 2.1 km from La Caleta Beach, 1.3 km from Alcazaba and less than 1 km from Museum of Glass and Crystal.

    Очень приятный персонал, хорошие условия за данную цену

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Málaga

  • TOC Hostel Malaga
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 6,826 reviews

    Well set in Málaga, TOC Hostel Malaga provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

    excellent location, facilities and value for money

    From US$233.81 per night
  • The Urban Jungle Hostel
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 787 reviews

    Conveniently set in the centre of Málaga, The Urban Jungle Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    Staff were very friendly and always down for a laugh

  • COEO Pod Hostel - Part of COEO Experience
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 3,505 reviews

    Attractively situated in Málaga, COEO Pod Hostel - Part of COEO Experience features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

    Everything! My stay as a solo traveller was great!

    From US$101.44 per night
  • Malaga Stop Hostel AB
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 3,153 reviews

    Ideally located in the centre of Málaga, Malaga Stop Hostel AB offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    Very friendly staff, clean and comfortable. Easy to find.

    From US$126.32 per night
  • Hostal rooms Flores de Viola
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 29 reviews

    Located within 1.2 km of Misericordia Beach and 1.8 km of San Andres Beach, Hostal rooms Flores de Viola provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Málaga.

    Full apartment, ideal for a group of people or family.

  • Nordik Rooms Urban - Trinidad "Copenhague"
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 590 reviews

    Situated conveniently in the centre of Málaga, Nordik Rooms Urban - Trinidad "Copenhague" offers free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    Good location clean and efficient room and facilities.

  • Suites Larios
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 154 reviews

    Located in Málaga, within 1.9 km of La Caleta Beach and 2.3 km of San Andres Beach, Suites Larios provides accommodation with free WiFi throughout the property.

    Very nice and clean. Also in the middle of the city

    From US$114.34 per night
  • Picnic Dreams Boutique Hostel
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,826 reviews

    Located 100 metres from Picasso house in central Málaga, Picnic Dreams Boutique Hostel offers front desk services, free luggage storage and free safe. The hostel boasts a furnished rooftop terrace.

    Location, nice cafe below and let me take my tea to room

    From US$130.68 per night
  • Nordik Rooms Urban - Segalerva "Geiranger"
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 27 reviews

    Attractively set in the centre of Málaga, Nordik Rooms Urban - Segalerva "Geiranger" features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    All what I needed was provided in the property, it was clean and quiet

  • Nordik Rooms Urban - Centro "Helsinki"
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 187 reviews

    Well situated in the centre of Málaga, Nordik Rooms Urban - Centro "Helsinki" offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    location was amazing, the host was very responsive

  • Albergue Inturjoven Malaga
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 762 reviews

    The Albergue Inturjoven Málaga is located around 2km from the centre of Málaga and also from the Alcazaba Church. This hostel features rooms with private bathrooms, a garden and terrace.

    Bedroom and ensuite did the job, clean and air con worked well.

    From US$82.76 per night
  • La Merced Centro Rooms
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 739 reviews

    Ideally set in Málaga, La Merced Centro Rooms offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    Centre of downtown Clean bathroom Quiet at midnight

  • Chinitas Urban Hostel
    Scored 6.9
    6.9
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,391 reviews

    Chinitas Urban Hostel is located in the historic city centre of Malaga. This property is set 30 metres from the famous Marques de Larios Street.

    Great location but tricky to find down an alleyway

    From US$119.77 per night
  • Feel Hostels City Center
    Scored 6.7
    6.7
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 2,029 reviews

    Feel Hostels City Center is set 2 minutes’ walk from the Picasso Museum. It offers a terrace, free WiFi and various city tours, activities and theme nights.

    The location is great. Very clean toilets. Nice and friendly staff.

  • Feel Hostels Soho Malaga
    Scored 5.8
    5.8
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 2,424 reviews

    Feel Hostels Soho Malaga is centrally located, 10 minutes’ walk from Málaga Train Station and the Picasso Museum. It offers a sun terrace, 24-hour reception and free WiFi available throughout.

    The room was clean, the hostel is central located.

    From US$83.91 per night
  • BBTK Malaga
    Scored 5.7
    5.7
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 15 reviews

    Ideally situated in Málaga, BBTK Malaga features a buffet breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From US$130.68 per night
  • Barbatuke Conde
    Scored 4.0
    4.0
    Rated disappointing
    Disappointing
     · 1 review

    Well situated in the centre of Málaga, Barbatuke Conde offers buffet breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Hostel Sorolla Playa
    Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Hostel Sorolla Playa is set on the beachfront in Málaga, less than 1 km from La Malagueta Beach and a 13-minute walk from Baños del Carmen Beach.

    El staff, la ubicación, las habitaciones y el hostal en general, excelente!!

    From US$196.02 per night

FAQ about hostels in Málaga

Hostels that guests love in Málaga

  • Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 739 reviews
    The hostel is very clean, and the beds are comfortable. Clean and nice sheets. Great staff, great location. We had a room with just one bunk bed, which was great.
    Agatha
    People with friends
  • Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,683 reviews
    This is best hostel IV ever stayed at from the moment you walk in you are greeted with interesting people most are solo Travelers of all ages. The nightly free sangria, the cheap meal at 9 and the lovely roof top over looking the city. initially I booked for 4 night and extended for an additional three nights the shower are modern 100% will be back
    Aidan Mclaren
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$233.81
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 6,826 reviews
    One of the best Hostel I stayed .. Great location. Friendly staff..Very very clean..Amazing beautiful lobby..Breakfast was delicious.. Bed very comfortable.. Will back again for sure 👏👏👏
    Teuta
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$101.44
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 3,505 reviews
    Amazing staff!!!!! :) The hostel gives lots of opportunities for solo travels to enjoy the time in Malaga, meet new people, and have fun. The pods are small, but enough, they look exactly as in the pictures. Good WiFi, a great location. Soap, shower gel, and shampoo were available, which is quite unusual for hostels, so another plus. You can also leave your luggage there for €3 per day. I will definitely choose this place again when I am in Malaga.
    Paulina
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 5.7
    5.7
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 731 reviews
    Well it's a budget hostel. Moderate your expectations accordingly and you won't be disappointed. Not easy to find, the door is not marked in any way, but the staff were friendly and it was surprisingly clean. It's literally the cheapest place in town so all told no complaints. Location is also a plus.
    Bertus
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$134.49
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 85 reviews
    I had a great stay at Kaz Bedrooms.Fully furnished room and flat.Kaz was very helpful in giving tips to explore Malaga and advising about good bars and restaurants.Flat is at a great location, safe and vibrant area, walking distance to everywhere.Kaz bedroom is among the cheapest in Malaga and a great value for money.I totally recommend.
    H
    Helen
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,688 reviews
    I stayed here for the 2nd time on my trip - and the staff went beyond expectations to help me! As a solo traveller, I was made to feel safe - when some things had gone wrong (nothing to do with the hotel!). It’s definitely the best hostel in Malaga - and those views are just beautiful. Thankyou so much to the staff - so won’t forget what you did for me!
    Emma
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,302 reviews
    Ideal youth hostel for backpackers. Very friendly staff. Felt safe the whole stay. 5min from the beach. Supermarket close by. Hostel has a big kitchen with all the things you need. Perfect terrace on the roof for sunbathing or sunset watching:)
    Andreas
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,683 reviews
    Amazing Hostel! Apart from the great location, always clean and organized common spaces and rooms, the social environment promoted by the employees is superb! The cheap and tasty dinner at the rooftop is a great way to finish a sunny day in malaga, while getting to know people!
    Ivo
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,683 reviews
    this has to be one of the best hostels I have stayed at. the staff was friendly. the location is great and you can just walk to all the major attractions in Malaga. they also have cheap breakfast and dinner option.
    Ekta
    Solo traveller
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