Parador de Málaga Gibralfaro

Hotels
8.8 (2402 reviews)
Castillo de Gibralfaro, s/n , Málaga , ES
+34 952 22 19 02

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful location
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Inconsistent service
Food quality issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.51
General satisfaction with room quality, though some issues noted in services.
Service
8.98
Inconsistent service quality noted, with some positive experiences reported.
Location
9.52
Exceptional location with stunning views and easy access to attractions.
Room Quality
8.97
Rooms are comfortable and well-equipped, with great views.
Amenities
9
Amenities are satisfactory but could improve in certain areas like dining.
Value for Money
8.46
Considered fair but some issues with service and dining may affect perception.
Food and Beverage
8.01
Food quality and service have potential for improvement.
Overall Experience
8.98
Generally positive experience with some areas needing attention.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 15:08

Property Description

Stunning Views
Perched on Mount Gibralfaro, our Parador Hotel offers breathtaking views of Málaga and the Mediterranean Sea. The roof terrace features a sparkling swimming pool and sun terrace, perfect for soaking in the panoramic scenery.

Sports and Recreation
Adjacent to Parador del Golf, guests can enjoy tennis and golf facilities, ensuring an active and enjoyable stay. Whether you're a sports enthusiast or a beginner, there's something for everyone to stay fit and have fun.

Charming Interiors and Dining
Step into our welcoming interiors adorned with elegant antique furniture and warm Mediterranean tones. Relax in the cozy lounge areas or savor Andalusian delicacies in our restaurant, specializing in fresh fish and seafood dishes.

Experience luxury and comfort at Parador de Málaga Gibralfaro - book your stay now!

Important information:

Please note that drinks are not included in the Half Board and Full Board rates.
In the case of groups reservations up to 5 rooms, different cancellation policies will be apply.Swimming pool: Closed from Mon, Jan 11, 2027 until Mon, Jan 11, 2027
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 2402 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.51
Service: 8.98
Location: 9.52
Room Quality: 8.97
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 8.46
Food and Beverage: 8.01
Overall Experience: 8.98
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Johan • couple • be
7
We hebben proberen er ten volle van te genieten.
Pros:

Vriendelijk personeel, fijn ontbijt.

Cons:

Hygiëne in de badkamer: zeer veel kleine vliegjes op het lavabotablet en de kanten van de douche.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Anne • solo_traveller • gb
8
Excellent views and lovely hotel. Maybe a bit pricy.
Pros:

Good location with marvellous views
Stylish
Nice breakfast

Cons:

Need a car
No sea view unless on tiptoe

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Mag. Catherine • couple • at
10
Sehr erholsame vier Tage mit Enspannungseffekt nach den langen Besichtigungs-Touren.
Pros:

Unglaublich erhabene Lage, sehr ruhige, große Zimmer. Der Pool im 4. Stock wunderschön gelegen, das Wasser sehr erfrischend.

Cons:

Leider haben wir keinen Platz im Restaurant erhalten (ausgebucht).

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Merrill • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Fabulous views and excellent food

Cons:

Would be nice to be able to have a drink while at the pool

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Nicholas • couple • gb
8
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Mary • couple • gb
8
Views were memorable but just something not right regarding value for money.
Pros:

The location and views

Cons:

Not enough information given regarding hotel

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Asami • solo_traveller • es
10
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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stephanie • couple • gb
7
Gorgeous location but details need attention
Pros:

You are paying a great deal mainly for the view, which is absolutely breathtaking. The room was small but very comfortable and clean. Great breakfast, that view again is wonderful first thing and excellent selection of food with a couple of Picassos to keep you company. Reception staff very nice and welcoming. Swimming pool up under the castle walls. Food in the downstairs restaurant is good.

Cons:

Extremely mean with ‘extras’ in the room. For example just one black and one green teabag a day - not even one per person. That is disgraceful for the price you pay. 2 sachets of decaf coffee - no caffeinated. Complementary drinking water not replaced daily, just for your first day. The food in the upstairs restaurant disappointing, ajo blanco so overly salty I couldn’t eat it and lamb chops unappetisingly grey and again very salty. Not as good as we have enjoyed on previous visits. We were not alone, peopke at the neighbouring table were sending food back. Service in downstairs restaurant incredibly slow although the food is better, and attitude from some staff.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Corinne • couple • fr
9
Parador ayant vécu avec une très belle vue
Pros:

Une vue magnifique sur la baie de Malaga même si le port est un port de commerce moins agréable qu’un port de plaisance

Cons:

Le personnel reste un personnel de Parador : peu souriant et manquant de dynamisme. On a toujours le sentiment de gêner sauf pour le personnel qui fait les chambres : très agréable
Décoration et équipements d’un autre temps…

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Martine • couple • fr
10
Séjour paradisiaque et reposant.
Pros:

Excellent petit déjeuner avec des produits frais. Personnel serviable, à l'écoute, sympathique. Chambre magnifique avec une vue sur la mer et le port

Cons:

Les plats principaux que nous avons essayés au restaurant n'étaient pas à la hauteur.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Yonradee • couple • ch
8
Pros:

The view from the hotel is amazing!

Cons:

Receptionists are super slow and lazy to take guests. The isolation of the room is VERY POOR! We can hear everything that were going on with the rooms next to and above ours. We had POOR SLEEP EVERY NIGHT. Can’t have peace/quietness in our own room. We heard every walking step of the room above us. Horrible isolation

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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JULIA • couple • gb
10
A great stay - we will come back for longer next time.
Pros:

We loved the location. The view was great. Plenty of places to park.

Cons:

Our stay was great. We couldn't get a table outside at dinner which was a shame as the view was exceptional.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Nepokojová • solo_traveller • cz
10
Pros:

Vyjimecna lokalita s unikatnim vyhledem na more z pokoje, restaurace i bazenu, dobra dostupnost, klid, cisto, vynikajici servis i gastronomie. Urcite se sem radi vratime.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Sue • couple • gb
10
The views were incredible, we had an enjoyable stay
Pros:

The views were incredible.

Cons:

There were a couple of little things, the roof top pool was a little tired and a couple of areas inside the pool needed a deep clean. Also at breakfast there could have been more staff.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Ahmad • couple • kw
10
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Charlotte • couple • es
9
Tranquilidad en un sitio inmejorable
Pros:

La ubicacion es inmejorable. Estando en verano alli arriba hay una Brisa. Las vistas son
spectaculares. El personnal atentos, sobre todo los camereros. La comida rica. Las camas comodas y la habitation grande. La entrada es bonita y el salon bien decorado.

Cons:

El desayuno es muy caro para lo que se ofrece. De las cosas cocinadas solo hay huevos, nada de salchichas, pancakes, etc.
El mobiliario de las habitaciones es muy antiguo y necesita ser renovada.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Sara • couple • gb
8
Perched above the hubbub, lovely spot to stay and hang out.
Pros:

Amazing views, pleasant temperature compared to sea level Malaga. Breezy and fresh. Nice spacious rooms.
Walking distance to old town or through woods to the sea front.

Cons:

Worth noting that the walk is steep and tricky if you’re not pretty fit.
The coffee is relentlessly awful!!

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Susanne • couple • de
9
Pros:

Außergewöhnliche Lage hoch über Malagas Altstadt.
Wunderschöne Aussicht vom Zimmer,gute Ausstattung.

Cons:

Hochpreisige Getränke

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Yvonne • family_with_children • ch
8
Die Lage des Hotels ist einfach perfekt!
Pros:

Die Lage des Hotels mit seiner Aussicht auf Màlaga ist einfach wunderschön. Wir hatten unser Zimmer im obersten Stockwerk und hatten einen genialen Ausblick von unserem Balkon aus. Die kleine Poolanlage ist für ein Sonnenbad nach einem Sightseeing-Tag sehr schön und gemütlich.
Das Frühstück war sehr lecker.

Cons:

Das Zimmer war i.O. aber nicht 5 Sterne wert. Das Badezimmer war groß, aber leider gab es eine Badewanne, in welcher man duschen musste. Für ein 5 Sterne Hotel hätte ich mir eine moderne, neue Dusche vorgestellt.
Die Snackkarte im Restaurant lässt zu wünschen übrig. Das Sandwich mit Chips, das wir am Nachmittag bestellt haben, war erstens überhaupt nicht lecker und zweitens den Preis nicht wert.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Lars • couple • dk
9
Pros:

Morgen maden var frisk og lækker

Cons:

At det lå så højt at man ikke kunne gå til byen

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee