Parador de Málaga Gibralfaro

Hotels
8.8 (2292 reviews)
Castillo de Gibralfaro, s/n , Málaga , es

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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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.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 2292 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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Patricia couple gb
9
Enjoyable
Pros:

Breakfast was good, although selection slightly limited

Cons:

Lack of staff at times

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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john couple gb
10
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Kate couple us
10
Castle with a view stay.
Pros:

This hotel has the best view on the whole Malaga. The property is beautiful. We received very nice room with balcony. Check in was easy and the property has parking. We also had breakfast which was very good.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Christopher couple ch
5
Das Geld nicht wert
Pros:

Super Lage, schöne Aussicht, viele Parkplätze

Cons:

Personal unmotiviert und/oder ungeschult, extrem lange Wartezeiten, kleiner Poolbereich

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Jürgen couple de
9
2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Clinton Berridge couple au
9
Spacious room in beautiful location.
Pros:

We stayed in a Double Standard Room and it was extremely spacious, clean and comfortable. The balcony was also great and had a table and 2 chairs. The bathroom was huge, but didn't have a tub. The view was amazing from the terrace, overlooking the city, the bull ring and the ocean. There is free outside carparking available. We loved the location, is fine to walk down to Malaga, but we just caught a taxi back up each time as it is very steep. The hotel has a beautiful Spanish design, the breakfast was great, you have the buffet, but you can also order eggs and bacon etc with the staff. We ate at the Restaurant and it was delicious, the bar downstairs is also great for a drink or a snack. Very nice and would definitely recommend.

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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DEREK couple us
10
Excellent all round.
Pros:

Fantastic location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Mary solo_traveller ie
10
Pros:

Beautiful hotel overlooking the port. The staff were so friendly and made our stay very comfortable and enjoyable. I would highly recommend this hotel . One of the nicest hotels we have stayed in. Beautiful views from every section of the hotel. We were sorry to leave. The breakfast was lovely in the morning - great selection

Cons:

10/10

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Suzanne couple gb
9
Hotel with amazing views of the whole city
Pros:

You cannot beat the view from the Parador. We had a room overlooking the whole of Malaga and were transfixed day and night. We tended to walk down into town and get a taxi back - they're not expensive. The restaurant was very good and the bar do lighter meal options. Definitely worth a couple of days here to see Malaga rather than just zipping off from the airport. The staff were helpful.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Natividad extended_group ch
8
Magnifique malgré l’odeur
Pros:

L’emplacement

Cons:

Le fait que ça sentait l’humidité dans la chambre et qu’il y avait un cafard

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Carole couple gb
10
2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Monique couple be
8
Fantastisch uitzicht
Pros:

Uitgebreid buffet

Cons:

Harde matrassen

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Brian solo_traveller gb
8
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Constanze couple de
9
Würden wir wieder buchen.
Pros:

Super Lage auf dem Berg oberhalb der Stadt, mit tollem Ausblick auf Meer und Stadt.

2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Christophe extended_group be
8
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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jaimeelsabio Couples Maryland
10
Outstanding stay; cafetería food service needs work
Pros:

Our final two nights of our trip were spent here and we enjoyed it. We arrived very early not expecting to be able to check in, but as our room was available, we were allowed to check in early. The room was on the fourth floor with its own balcony that afforded an outstanding view of the port and city. Complimentary bottled water was provided and a pot for boiling water was in the room.

There were plenty of parking places in front of the hotel as well as EV charging points. On busy nights parking might fill up. Rather than drive into town or walk up and down the hill, we took the very convenient local bus. The bus stop was about 150 yards from the hotel entrance.

Breakfast was standard for a parador with plenty of options to choose from. The breakfast staff were constantly busy seating people, refilling the buffet, delivering food, or cleaning. However, when entering the sign says please wait to be seated. Our first morning we waited 5 minutes before getting someone’s attention who then said sit anywhere. That’s what the sign should say, and when finally noticed, one could provide their room number.

Then there’s the cafeteria service. We ate at it our last night and it seems that because we were around the corner on the side, nobody noticed us. It was a chore to get somebody’s attention and overall three different people attended to us. The food was fine and after eating we asked for the dessert menu. Ten minutes later it arrived, but nobody ever returned to see if we wanted anything. Eventually, I got a waitress’s attention through a window to get the bill. She was attending to someone on the front side of the cafeteria. It was brought out by a fourth person. The food was fine, but the service was lacking.

2026-05-21 via Tripadvisor
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Martina couple at
9
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Kristoffer couple no
9
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Konrad couple ch
10
Einmalig schön gelegenes und stilvolles Hotel
Pros:

Sehr schönes, stilvolles Hotel mit unübertrefflicher Aussicht

Cons:

Die Speisen im Restaurant mit etwas eigenwilliger Geschmacksrichtung. Dafür preiswerte Weine.

2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Burrows couple gb
10
Great
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-20 via Nuitee