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For many years, Malaga was merely the name of an airport where millions of tourists arrived every year seeking the golden sands of the Costa del Sol . Yet Malaga has become an attractive destination based on its own merits. Birthplace of Picasso, Antonio Banderas and their famous pescadito frito , it offers a wide variety of attractions like museums (the Picasso Museum is truly spectacular) and sights. For this reason we thought Malaga deserved to be a Vueling destination.
Hotels in Malaga
Here are some hotels for all tastes, from absolutely urban to relaxed and rustic. Naturally, all our proposals are exquisite.
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Cortijo la Reina
Situated beside the Montes de Málaga Natural Park this enormous, 150,000 m2 site has been converted into this fascinating hotel from what, in its day, was a cortijo or country estate. At a height of 800m it enjoys fabulous views of the sea, the mountains and verdant garden of hundred-year-old trees. Each room is decorated in the Andalusian style and is given added cosiness by a fireplace or a salamander stove. When you feel like relaxing, just nip down to the delightful pool, artfully landscaped to guarantee privacy and summer recreation. |
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Larios
An independent boutique hotel situated in the heart of the city's historic quarter, in the emblematic calle Larios , Malaga 's commercial, social and cultural zone. The façade of this singular hotel is fin de siècle and contrasts strikingly with its modern facilities and art-deco-inspired interior design. Furthermore, the hotel has an exceptional terrace, where you can enjoy first rate views of Malaga 's most exceptional monuments, such as the Cathedral and Gibralfaro Castle. |
Parador del Gibralfaro Paradores (state-owned historic inns or hotels) always have some feature to recommend them. In the case of the Parador de Málaga it is the beautiful panoramas over the city and bay of Malaga from a breathtaking viewpoint. Built of stone beside Gibralfaro Castle , it is situated on Mount Gibralfaro in a pine grove, facing the Alcazaba. We shouldn't forget to mention that it also constitutes a magnificent showcase of Andalusian cuisine, the restaurant offering, among other specialities, fried pescaítos a la malagueña (small fried fish in Malaga style). A reliable option. Castillo de Gibralfaro s/n.
29016 Málaga
Tel: (+34) 952 221 902
Fax: (+34) 952 221 904
gibralfaro@parador.es
http://www.parador.es
Hotel AC Málaga PalacioIn avant garde style, AC Hotels', Málaga Palacio Hotel prides itself on its unbeatable location between Malaga Cathedral and the Paseo del Parque . Add to this its spectacular views of the fishing port and you can't lose! c/ Cortina del Muelle 1
29015 Málaga
Tel: (+34) 952 215 185
mpalacio@ac-hotels.com
http://www.ac-hotels.com
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Airport de Malaga
Malaga Airport is located eight kilometres from the city. If you want to head into Malaga city centre, you have several options. Buses leave every half hour from Terminals 1 and 2. The ticket costs 1 euro. Trains leave from the Cargo Terminal and stop in front of Terminal 2 every half hour from 7.00am to 11.45pm for just over a euro. By taxi the route will cost you more or less €14. There are also public transport services between Marbella and Fuengirola. For more information:
Bus: (+34) 902 143 144
Trains: (+34) 902 240 202
Taxi: (+34) 952 333 333
Malaga's airport
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| Price | 1 € | Aprox. 7 € to downtown Malaga | 1 hour: 1.22 €
1 day: 9.05 € |
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Restaurants in Malaga
In Malaga , eating out constitutes a real pleasure, not only for the balmy climate that will assuredly accompany your meal, but also because of Malaga 's wide gastronomic variety. We'll give you a few suggestions here. Los Espigones Naturally, we're going to start by recommending a spot... the spot... to try “pescaíto frito”! This chiringuito or beach bar situated on El Pedregalejo Beach, 2km from the city centre, is a favourite destination for Malaga residents to enjoy typical regional cuisine. c/ Cenachero 18
Tel: (+34) 952 200 989
El PimpiAlthough we admit it's a little touristy, a trip to Malaga wouldn't be complete without experiencing this establishment. Occupying several stories right in calle Granada , it offers you the opportunity to taste traditional Malaga sweet wine (of their own creation). Numerous celebrities from the entertainment, political and literary spheres have carved their initials on the restaurant's barrels while taking a draught. The autograph they treasure more than any other is, naturally, the great Lola Flores. c/ Granada, 68
Tel: (+34) 952 228 990
Café de ParisThe imaginative cuisine concocted in this establishment recovers traditional Andalusian flavours. A delicacy not to be missed is their sardines marinated in angel's hair (strands of gelatine of courgette) and ajo-blanco (white garlic) ice-cream. The atmosphere in this family restaurant is warmed by silver, copper and wood tones. c/ Vélez Málaga 8
Tel: (+34) 952 225 043
ClandestinoThis restaurant right in the heart of Malaga is cosmopolitan and full of contrasts, incorporating influences from Belgian, Dutch, Mexican, Venezuelan and Spanish chefs. Among their special recipes, you'll find everything from black Nordic pasta to prawn ,leek and carrot rolls. Moreover, their opening hours let you sample their wares any time of the day because the kitchen is working continuously from 1pm to 1am. Niño de Guevara, 3
Tel: (+34) 952 219 390
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Business hours in Malaga
Almost all shops open from Monday to Saturday from 9.30am to 1.30pm and from 5.00pm to 8.00pm, although the majority close on Saturday afternoons and Sundays. In tourist areas and during peak season, many shops open until very late every day of the week.
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Don't miss... in Malaga
If the city of Malaga offers multiple attractions, exploring out of town promises even greater treasures. The easiest option is hiring a car for a couple of days. This would be a good way of getting to the locations we recommend below. Picasso Museum This museum, promoted with the support of the Andalusian painter's inheritors, Christine and Bernard Picasso, is the culmination of a dream conceived during his lifetime. As the great painter said: “To be a Cubist you need to have been born in Malaga ” and that love for his native city also explains the fervour of the people of Malaga for the artist. To reward this relationship, both inheritors decided to donate or grant part of their collection to the gallery, a total of 204 works covering all the creative periods of the artist's life. Opening hours: Every day from 10am to 8pm; Fridays and Saturdays till 9pm. Closed on Mondays.
Entry fee: 8 euros (to view just the permanent collection, €6; just temporary exhibitions, €4.50)
Tel: 952 602 731
http://www.museopicassomalaga.org
Gibralfaro Hill Dominating the city, this hill is the site of several of Malaga 's most emblematic historic monuments. First stop, La Alcazaba 's fortified walls are suitably striking. This fortification dates from 700CE. From several terraces here, you can admire magnificent views of the city and port. A small palace within the fortification itself today houses the Archaeological Museum . Just below the entrance to La Alcazaba are the ruins of a Roman amphitheatre dating from the 2 nd century CE, which is being restored. From there, a trail leads you to the Castle that crowns Gibralfaro Hill. This imposing edifice dates from the early 14 th century, when it was built over an ancient Phoenician enclosure that also contained a beacon, which is where the Castle's name comes from: Gebel-Faro means the Rock of the Beacon.
Puerto Banús A few kilometres from Malaga centre, Puerto Banús is synonymous with wealth, fashion, glamour, parties and beautiful people. It is the place to see and be seen, where the rich, the famous and the hopeful meet and rub shoulders. The area is packed with renowned designer boutiques stocking the most prestigious trademarks such as Gianni Versace, Hermes, Ralph Lauren and DKNY. Restaurants are equally stylish, including such well known venues as Trader Vic's and Saldaba or clubs like Marbella Club Hotel and Oliviá Valère's. Yet what is perhaps most entertaining is to amble through the port and watch Rolls Royce and Ferrari purringly disgorging their eminent clientele into a numberless fleet of spectacular yachts.
Ronda Although it is a bit of a hike, 100km from Malaga , Ronda is definitely the most beautiful Andalusian city in terms of its location, balanced on the edge of a rocky mesa, split down the middle by the vertiginous canyon of the Guadalevín River . Since it was a buoyant market during the Roman era, the capital of a Taifa kingdom and one of the last Muslim bastions on the Iberian peninsula, it is not surprising that it enamoured Romantic travellers in the 19 th century, who were drawn by its dramatic location as well as the sinister infamy of its mountain range, for it was one of the principal nests of banditry in Andalusia.
Sealife To try something refreshing without getting wet, visit Sealife in Benalmádena (about 15 km from Malaga), an interactive submarine park where you'll find yourself surrounded by 500,000 litres of water and get to know 30,000 startling marine creatures -some native, others imported from exotic climes. Their latest attraction is an exhibition of over 20 shark species from all around the world. Opening hours: Every day from 10am. Closing time depends on the season. In summer, as late as 12 midnight.
Tel: (+34) 952 56 01 50
http://www.sealife.es
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