Barceló Malaga Hotel

Hotels
Barcelo
8.8 (243 reviews)
C/ Heroe de Sostoa 2, Vialia Railway Station, Málaga, Malaga, 29002 , Málaga , ES

Facilities

Fitness facilities
Proposal/romance packages available
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Sauna
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Cons:
Minor issues with room amenities
No iron provided initially

Categories

Cleanliness
8.76
Overall good cleanliness noted, with some minor signs of wear and tear.
Service
9.23
Staff described as helpful and professional, providing good service.
Location
9.27
Great location with easy access to train station and city attractions.
Room Quality
8.72
Comfortable rooms with modern decor; minor annoyances regarding amenities.
Amenities
8.25
Amenities were adequate but had issues with refreshing room supplies.
Value for Money
8.71
Good value considering the location and services provided.
Food and Beverage
8.76
Food quality not specifically mentioned; assumed standard for hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.73
Overall positive experience, with minor issues but good overall satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 10:02

Property Description

Discover the perfect blend of comfort and luxury at Barceló Malaga Hotel, nestled in the vibrant heart of Málaga.

Recreational Bliss
Unwind in style with our exceptional recreational amenities, including an inviting outdoor pool, rejuvenating sauna, and a state-of-the-art fitness center to keep you energized during your stay.

Culinary Delights
Satisfy your culinary cravings at B-delicious or enjoy a quick snack at our cozy café. Our room service ensures you can indulge anytime, while our bar and poolside lounge provide the perfect atmosphere to relax with a refreshing drink.

Business Ready
With expansive meeting facilities that include a conference center and 15 well-equipped rooms, our hotel is ideal for events or business trips, complemented by seamless express check-in and concierge services.

Don't miss out on the ultimate Málaga experience—secure your stay with us today!

Important information:

  • Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: AGP

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Guest type

    LGBTQ friendly

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 243 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.76
Service: 9.23
Location: 9.27
Room Quality: 8.72
Amenities: 8.25
Value for Money: 8.71
Food and Beverage: 8.76
Overall Experience: 8.73
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Famousfourtravellers Couples
8
A surprise upgrade
Pros:

Arrived very early to Reception expecting to drop off cases and return after lunch for check in however the very kind Reception ‘manager?’ not only gave us an upgrade to
a junior suite suite but also had the room immediately available and we checked in and up to the room and this was all before 10 am!….. Fantastic!!
Beautiful room although the jacuzzi bath was not working which we reported.
Many thanks for making our trip extra special!

2026-03-18 via Tripadvisor
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Passport403035 NONE
10
great hotel in Malaga
Pros:

This hotel has everything for an enjoyable stay: great staff, location is convenient, the breakfast and the rooftop terrace is very relaxing. Just wish the breakfast started 1/2 hour sooner as we always have to travel onward.

2026-03-18 via Tripadvisor
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mmwesterberg NONE
10
Return to Malaga
Pros:

Good hotel standardl: good location nearby train and bus station, friendly and helpful staff, big and comfortable beds.

2026-03-15 via Tripadvisor
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Gezaoc NONE London, England
10
Fab Hotel
Pros:

Great hotel to stay in. 15 min walk to Old Town. Great for exploring and getting lost but finding great food and drink. Definitely be back

2026-03-10 via Tripadvisor
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annecC933ND Couples
10
Barcelo Malaga is great!
Pros:

Great hotel, comfortable rooms, fab location, lovely breakfast and roof terrace!

2026-03-10 via Tripadvisor
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Explorer051978 NONE Chelmsford, Essex, England
8
Nice clean hotel well placed in the centre
Pros:

Overall a good stay comfy room however priced on the high side. Breakfast was just under €20 per person so we ate in a different cafe daily for under €15 for both of us.
Hotel bar on the roof was closed but the area was very nice to sit in the sun. Gym is great. Sadly no one told us you needed to book the sauna so we didn’t get to use it.
We drank in the bar which is nice but again expensive. However the hotel is placed in the centre with a plethora of places to eat and drink in. Staff were not friendly and didn’t provide a friendly feel or any additional information unless asked.
Overall we had a nice time and hotel was clean and comfortable. Air con in the room was great and coffee provided (but no milk).
I would recommend the hotel and have stayed in their chain many times. However if you are on a budget this is not the hotel for you.

2026-03-05 via Tripadvisor
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robinvansleeuwen NONE
10
Enjoyed our stay at Barcelo Malaga
Pros:

The room was big and clean. Very good bed & bathroom.
Also great quality of the breakfast and the rooftop was very cool.

Didnt use lunch or diner.

Perhaps its possible to add some more English tv stations or (even better) Dutch or Belgian TV.

2026-03-05 via Tripadvisor
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U5852IMmichelk NONE Bristol, England
10
A warm welcome after a late flight and delay due to car hire issues
Pros:

We were given a lovely room with a wonderful surprise of complementary cava which was welcome as the bar had closed as we arrived after midnight due to unavoidable delays in our travel arrangements.we wish we could have stayed longer but our pre prepared schedule with secret escapes did not allow this.We had been scheduled to stay on our last night but this was changed to an alternative venue.I am glad that we had the opportunity to visit the hotel .

2026-03-03 via Tripadvisor
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ritamountford NONE Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England
8
Holiday
Pros:

Good hotel but wish it had a balcony room felt closed in .we overlooked the train station roof which wasn’t ideal would have liked a better room on the front of hotel

2026-03-03 via Tripadvisor
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jimfG6586XF Couples
10
Great for city break
Pros:

Excellent hotel situated next to main railway station, Metro and shopping complex. Hotel has excellent facilities and access to Málaga old town is only minutes away.

2026-03-01 via Tripadvisor
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jodin406 NONE Seattle, Washington
10
Exceptional hotel in Malaga
Pros:

Highly recommend this hotel which is connected to Maria Zambrano train station. Everything you need. Super comfortable. A bit of luxury. Amazing rooftop for relaxing in the sun ☀️

2026-02-26 via Tripadvisor
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andybI3232ZI NONE
10
5 days in Malaga at the Hotel Barcelo
Pros:

Nice modern hotel, convenient location - next to train station, great breakfast, large comfy bed, helpful staff, rooftop pool.

2026-02-24 via Tripadvisor
1
188mirellav Couples Sani, Kassandra, Halkidiki Region, Central Macedonia
10
Perfect for Malaga City break
Pros:

Fabulous hotel in a great location to discover the city and coastline of Costa del Sol Malaga really is a perfect
getaway location within easy reach of the UK. Hotel is spotlessly clean.
Rooms have full bathrooms with robes and slippers included . Spacious rooms. Excellent selection at breakfast which is buffet style with egg station for freshly cooked omelettes and pancakes. Top floor has a small pool and sunbeds, perfect for when you need to relax after exploring the city. The bar by the pool was not open (in feb) but they were chilled about you bringing drinks up there. Restaurant bar on ground floor has a good selection of food and drinks and not crazy London prices. Hotel is located next to the Maria Zambrano station which connects you to anywhere you need to go. Also small shopping centre at the station and larger one (primark, Zara, mango, dunes) 300 metres away.
Can easily walk to the centre or get the C1 (one stop). 3 stops to yeh airport so no need for cabs.

2026-02-23 via Tripadvisor
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B3582XUsarahm Family
10
Great stay
Pros:

Fabulous stay, fantastic food, friendly staff!

Room was.great.
daughter loved the slide in the bar!
Rooftop bar and pool

2026-02-22 via Tripadvisor
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susiebfur1 NONE Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England
10
Fab city centre location in train station shopping mall with the novelty of a slide inside
Pros:

Stayed with friends . Easiest access from and too airport . Hotel in a station shopping mall so had everything . Walked easily to centre of Malaga and so much to see . Rooms so comfortable had everything . Aircon we couldn’t work out but opened window

2026-02-21 via Tripadvisor
8
886catha Couples Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, England
10
Fabulous
Pros:

We went for my Husband 60th, just for three nights, and what an amazing hotel with fabulous service, the place is immaculate, the rooms beautiful, and we received a bottle of bubbly and some chocolate strawberries on our arrival as I had informed them of my Husband‘s birthday, then yesterday on the day of his birthday when I had put his birthday cards up, they again provided another bottle of bubbly and his own little cake with a candle, and a lovely message, lovely little touches like this is what makes this place amazing, breakfast lovely, and location really good, would recommend to everybody!

2026-02-12 via Tripadvisor
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KenzUk Couples
10
Classy hotel in central location
Pros:

Staff at this hotel were all so friendly and welcoming and efficient. Parking on site was fantastic and at €22 cheaper than other cities. A very straightforward flat 18minute walk into the old town where we can highly recommend a visit to the Central Market what an incredible place fantastic experience. The hotel has a giant slide from the first floor which was great fun.

2026-02-12 via Tripadvisor
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rhianr2020 NONE Caernarfon, Gwynedd, North Wales, Wales
10
Lovely break
Pros:

Great stay , Rooms spacious and bed very comfy , We were celebrating our anniversary and there was a bottle of cava and strawberries waiting for us when we came back to our room

2026-02-10 via Tripadvisor
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635lol NONE Cardiff, South Wales, Wales
8
Very good hotel
Pros:

Have used this hotel before due to its close proximity to the train/bus stations.
Only stayed for 1 night and did not have breakfast due to an early start. The room was comfortable and quiet.

2026-02-05 via Tripadvisor
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390maggie NONE Derby, Derbyshire, England
10
A jewel of a hotel in Malaga
Pros:

The Barcelo Málaga is a great place to stay when spending time in Málaga city. It has amazing staff who are always willing to help you whether that be by providing hotel services or providing information about the location. It is in a great location with easy access to transport links for the metro, buses, local trains or intercity trains. The services provided by the hotel met all our expectations and more. Excellent value for money. The nicest thing is that many of the staff have been there a number of years and they make us feel like family when we arrive. It is our Málaga home.

2026-02-01 via Tripadvisor