Adults-only hostel in Nerja, with a shared pool, gardens, a communal kitchen and dormitories with a terrace, a short distance from beaches and the Balcón de Europa.
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Be Happy Hostel is an adults-only hostel in Nerja, 550 m from the Balcón de Europa and with a shared pool. It is in the centre, with Burriana Beach a five-minute walk away and other beaches nearby. It combines shared dormitories and apartments with kitchens, as well as spaces designed for socialising.
The communal areas include a shared kitchen, lounge, games room and terrace overlooking the garden, as well as outdoor seating. Rooms have air conditioning and a kitchenette or kitchen; the latter include an oven, hob, fridge, microwave, toaster, kettle and coffee machine. Free WiFi, luggage storage, daily housekeeping and tourist information are also available. You can hire bicycles or cars and request a transfer service. The tour desk can help you arrange local excursions and diving trips. The pool and gardens round out a stay geared towards adult travellers who want to alternate between the beach, activities and relaxation.
Be Happy Hostel offers beds in an eight-bed mixed dormitory; each bed is a bunk in a 29 m² dormitory. This is a shared option, not a private room: the bathroom is shared and has a shower. Air conditioning and soundproofing are complemented by a terrace, coffee machine and kitchenette.
The shared kitchen is equipped with a fridge, microwave, oven, hob, kettle, toaster and utensils, as well as a table and dining area. The terrace has furniture and an outdoor dining area. This means the accommodation combines dormitory-style lodging with facilities for preparing meals and relaxing away from the sleeping area. As both the room and bathroom are shared, it is suitable for anyone comfortable with communal spaces.
This bed is in an eight-bed mixed dormitory with bunk beds and a floor area of 29 m². It has air conditioning, soundproofing and a terrace, as well as a kitchen, coffee machine and dining area. The bathroom is shared and has a shower; a fridge, microwave, oven and toaster complete the facilities for preparing something during your stay.
In this bunk bed, you share a mixed dormitory with eight beds, measuring 29 m², with a shared bathroom and shower. The terrace and soundproofing complement the sleeping area, while the kitchen includes a fridge, hob, kettle and utensils. There is also air conditioning, a coffee machine and outdoor furniture for dining outside.
Be Happy Hostel offers services for combining the beach, activities and communal living. Free WiFi, air conditioning, a terrace and a kitchen are available; there are also non-smoking rooms, a washing machine, tourist information and an airport shuttle. The kettle and coffee machine make it easy to prepare drinks, and special-diet menus are available on request.
In the communal areas, you can use the outdoor furniture and dining area, store your luggage, or spend time in the games room or shared lounge with TV. Leisure options include bicycle hire, cycling tours, snorkelling, scuba diving, hiking, canoeing and a water park; evening entertainment is also available. Concierge service, private or express check-in and car hire give you more ways to organise your stay. The property is for adults only.
Be Happy Hostel is on Calle Antonio Millón, in the centre of Nerja, in the Axarquía region of Málaga and beside the eastern coastline of the Costa del Sol. The area combines streets with local activity and access to urban beaches: Playa La Torrecilla is 380 m away, Playa El Chucho 510 m and Playa La Caletilla 550 m. Paseo Balcón de Europa is 560 m away; Nerja Museum is 450 m away and El Salvador Church is 470 m away.
Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 53 km away. The A-7 runs along the coast and connects Nerja with Málaga; intercity buses also run between the two towns. Nerja has no railway station, so the bus is an alternative for arriving without a car. In the centre, Bar Taperia La Rienda is 30 m away and Bar Los Pescaitos is 50 m away. The property has no parking, so if you drive, you will need to park elsewhere.
Nerja Museum, El Salvador Church and Plaza de España, 480 m away, let you combine history with a walk around the town centre. The Balcón de Europa offers a walk by the sea, near Playa Calahonda, 670 m away. Playa La Torrecilla and Playa El Chucho let you explore different stretches of coastline. Swimming and snorkelling are popular in summer; in spring and autumn, exploring the coastline and town centre lets you discover the area in milder temperatures. Parque Verano Azul, 750 m away, adds an outdoor stop to your itinerary.
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Guests particularly appreciate the WiFi and the proximity to Nerja's central attractions. The friendly staff, cleanliness and comfortable beds also receive positive comments. Overall, it is a practical option for adult travellers who prioritise communal spaces, the beach and activities.
Rates at Be Happy Hostel vary depending on the season, dates and room selected. To check the current price for your stay, check the available rates here.
Be Happy Hostel is at Calle Antonio Millón 14, Nerja. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 53 km away; the drive takes around an hour, depending on traffic. Intercity buses run between Málaga and Nerja, and the town has no railway station. The property has no parking, so you will need to find a space elsewhere.
Near Be Happy Hostel, you'll find Playa La Torrecilla, 380 m away; Nerja Museum, 450 m away; and El Salvador Church, 470 m away. Paseo Balcón de Europa is 560 m away and Parque Verano Azul is 750 m away. You can also visit Playa Calahonda, 670 m away.
Be Happy Hostel offers beds in an eight-bed mixed dormitory with bunk beds and a floor area of 29 m². The bathroom is shared and has a shower. The space includes air conditioning, a terrace and a kitchen; each guest has a bed in the shared dormitory, not a private room.
Be Happy Hostel has a shared kitchen equipped for preparing meals, with an oven, hob, fridge, microwave, toaster, electric kettle and coffee machine. There are also utensils, a table and dining area, as well as a terrace with space for dining outdoors.
Yes, Be Happy Hostel is an adults-only hostel. It caters to adult guests rather than families with children; shared spaces include a kitchen, lounge, games room and terrace.
Be Happy Hostel requests payment by bank transfer before arrival and provides the instructions after booking. For check-in, guests must present a photo ID and a credit card, and let the property know their expected arrival time in advance.