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The units in the hostel are fitted with a kettle. Rooms come complete with a shared bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer, while certain rooms at Hostal rooms Flores de Viola also offer a seating area. All units include bed linen.

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9.3
Wonderful
8 reviews
Price from
$64
per night

Attractively situated in Málaga, COEO Pod Hostel - Part of COEO Experience features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. The property is set 2.8 km from San Andres Beach, 400 metres from Museum of Glass and Crystal and 700 metres from Jorge Rando Museum. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.4 km from La Malagueta Beach.

I tried the pod option for the first time, and I really liked it - I will always look for hostels like this in the future. The interior is very nicely furnished with a unique style, clean. All kinds of socialization events are organized every evening for those who want.

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8.4
Very Good
3,349 reviews
Price from
$59
per night

Conveniently set in the centre of Málaga, Residencia Universitaria Málaga Centro provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a shared lounge. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Private parking is available on site.

At the hostel, rooms come with a desk. At Residencia Universitaria Málaga Centro each room includes a private bathroom and bed linen.

Facilities are clean and modern. Quiet and really good location near the river (which had no water). A short walk to central, old part of the city. Good to have a mini fridge. Coffee available in nearby machines. About a 20 minute walk to the bus and train stations. Staff are helpful. Secure building.

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8.3
Very Good
1,546 reviews
Price from
$70
per night

Attractively located in the centre of Málaga, Terraza del Limonar features air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. Boasting a bar, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 200 metres from La Caleta Beach, 600 metres from La Malagueta Beach and 1.7 km from Baños del Carmen Beach. Guests can enjoy sea views.

What good vibes thank you so much for the hospitality and the feeling that you have shared the team, the best experience, big thanks to Mateo

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8.4
Very Good
1,605 reviews
Price from
$32
per night

Well set in Málaga, TOC Hostel Malaga provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. Popular points of interest nearby include Alcazaba, Museum of Glass and Crystal and Jorge Rando Museum. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a concierge service and organising tours for guests.

Location is great, walking distance to all the main attractions in the city center. The place is in perfect conditions, the decoration in the lobby is lovely with all the flowers and the chairs to sit. They also have a bar there where you can order a glass of wine or beer and have a relaxing time just chilling in a couch. Not that much of a social place to hang out and meet new people but rather a comfortable space to have a good night sleep. Beds are comfortable and overall pretty clean spaces. Alejandro at the lobby was awesome!

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8.8
Excellent
6,639 reviews
Price from
$46
per night

Ideally located in the centre of Málaga, Malaga Stop Hostel AB offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 1.6 km from Alcazaba, 1.5 km from Malaga María Zambrano Train Station and 1.6 km from Malaga Park. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a tour desk and luggage storage for guests.

The staff was friendly and went above and beyond. All of the people in my dorm (8 in total) were very respectful. Everything was much better than my expectations. I loved the curtain around my bed. Lots of privacy and the air conditioning was actually cold. It was a great experience and I would return again.

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8.3
Very Good
2,997 reviews
Price from
$32
per night

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 famous Calle Larios Street.

Amazing place!! I had a time of my life there. Great vibes, very central and clean place, lots of activities and more than everything you need plus very professional. People who works there are so friendly and helpful.. Thanx a lot and see you again definitely soon :))

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8.1
Very Good
2,635 reviews
Price from
$50
per night

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.

The air-conditioned rooms at the Vidamia feature white wooden floors and smart, minimalist décor. Each one comes with a private bathroom.

the location is amazing, very affordable. the host is super nice and the place is clean

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8.1
Very Good
3,027 reviews
Price from
$59
per night

Málaga Hostel is located in Málaga’s Pedregalejo district, just 5 minutes’ walk from the beach. It offers smart, air-conditioned private and dormitory rooms with free WiFi, individual lockers and a balcony.

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:)

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8.3
Very Good
1,280 reviews
Price from
$38
per night

Conveniently set in the centre of Málaga, The Urban Jungle Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. The property is located 2.7 km from San Andres Beach, 700 metres from Alcazaba and 500 metres from Museum of Glass and Crystal. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a city view.

It’s exactly what you want from a hostel, the staff were fun and friendly. The beds were really comfy and although there was many people in each dorm it felt very private because the beds had 3 surrounding walls and a curtain to pull over. It was also in such a central location. It was the first time I’ve ever done a solo trip and it was a great place to make friends as they have a little rooftop bar and daily events/ activities you can go on

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8.4
Very Good
785 reviews
Price from
$53
per night

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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.
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  • Hostal rooms Flores de Viola
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 8 reviews

    Located within a 14-minute walk of Misericordia Beach and 1.1 miles of San Andres Beach, Hostal rooms Flores de Viola provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Málaga.

  • COEO Pod Hostel - Part of COEO Experience
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,349 reviews

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

    Everything! My stay as a solo traveller was great!

  • Continental Space
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,992 reviews

    Located in the center of Málaga, a 17-minute walk from La Malagueta Beach, Continental Space provides air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

    Clean, great location, quiet, quick check-in & very secure.

  • Málaga Centro Hostel
    5.7
    Scored 5.7
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 2,258 reviews

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

    Very friendly Lovely outdoor space Very clean room

  • The Lights Hostel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,636 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 Center, 984 feet from...

    the family dinner and breakfast, lovely and helpful staff

  • La Moraga de Poniente Malaga Hostel
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,282 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
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 11 reviews

    Located in Málaga, Bienvenido a tu habitacion has free bikes, garden, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Supertrevlig hyresvärd samt superfint område. Bra restauranger och butiker och lätt att hitta taxi. Rekommenderar starkt.

  • La Merced Centro Rooms
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 668 reviews

    Ideally located in Málaga, La Merced Centro Rooms has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is close to Alcazaba, Jorge Rando Museum and Malaga Park.

    Centre of downtown Clean bathroom Quiet at midnight

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

  • TOC Hostel Malaga
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 6,637 reviews

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

    Nice interior design. Great beds. Rooms are quiet.

  • The Urban Jungle Hostel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 785 reviews

    Conveniently set in the center 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

  • Residencia Universitaria Málaga Centro
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,546 reviews

    Well located in the center of Málaga, Residencia Universitaria Málaga Centro provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness center, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    For this price it was a really nice and clean room.

  • Malaga Stop Hostel AB
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,997 reviews

    Located conveniently in the center of Málaga, Malaga Stop Hostel AB has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    Everything was perfect during my stay. Highly recommend 👌🏻

  • Hostal Vidamia
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,027 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.

  • Suites Larios
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 94 reviews

    Suites Larios features free WiFi throughout the property and views of city in Málaga.

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

  • Residencia Universitaria Campus Málaga
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 836 reviews

    Located in Málaga, 2.2 miles from Malaga Train Station, Residencia Universitaria Campus Málaga provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Location good Loved the warm modern feel of the place

  • Nordik Rooms Urban - Centro "Estocolmo"
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 35 reviews

    Nordik Rooms Urban - Centro "Estocolmo" is well set in the center of Málaga, and provides a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    Arredamento funzionalità location in centro cucina

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

    Nordik Rooms Urban - Trinidad "Copenhague" is in a prime location in Málaga, and provides a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is close to Alcazaba, Malaga Train Station and Malaga Park.

    Good location clean and efficient room and facilities.

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

    The Albergue Inturjoven Málaga is located around 1.2 mi from the center 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.

  • Nordik Rooms Urban - Centro "Helsinki"
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 175 reviews

    In a prime location in Málaga, Nordik Rooms Urban - Centro "Helsinki" provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    location was amazing, the host was very responsive

  • Historic Malaga Centro Rooms
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 57 reviews

    Conveniently located in the Centro district of Málaga, Historic Malaga Centro Rooms is located 1.3 miles from La Caleta Beach, a 15-minute walk from Alcazaba and half a mile from Museum of Glass and...

    Sono stato veramente sorpreso, economico e super pratico, ottimi i servizi e gli spazzi.

  • Chinitas Urban Hostel
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,346 reviews

    Chinitas Urban Hostel is located in the historic city center of Malaga. This property is set 98 feet from the famous Marques de Larios Street.

    Great location but tricky to find down an alleyway

  • Feel Hostels Soho Malaga
    5.8
    Scored 5.8
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 2,397 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.

  • Hostel Sorolla Playa

    Well set in the Este district of Málaga, Hostel Sorolla Playa is located a 1-minute walk from La Caleta Beach, 0.6 miles from La Malagueta Beach and a 13-minute walk from Baños del Carmen Beach.

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Hostels that guests love in Málaga

  • 7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 668 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
    Travelers with friends
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,636 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $198.64
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 6,637 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 traveler
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,349 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 traveler
  • 5.7
    Scored 5.7
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 690 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $111.52
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 81 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 traveler
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,605 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 traveler
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,282 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 traveler
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,636 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 traveler
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,636 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 traveler

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