Two-star hotel in Málaga City Centre, with buffet breakfast, free WiFi and rooms with private bathrooms, 1.1 km from Playa de la Malagueta.
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El Mantenío is a 2-star hotel in Málaga City Centre, 1.1 km from Playa de la Malagueta and surrounded by museums and historic sites.
Its four room types offer a private bathroom with a shower, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Options include single rooms, a room adapted for guests with reduced mobility, and double rooms with city or inner courtyard views. The accommodation serves a buffet breakfast, with gluten-free options and a takeaway option. Facilities include free WiFi, luggage storage and tourist information; there is also a café. The proximity of Fundación Pablo Ruiz Picasso, Plaza de la Merced, Museo Picasso Málaga and the Alcazaba makes it possible to visit several cultural sites from Málaga City Centre. For a day at the beach, Playa de la Caleta is 1.6 km away. The urban setting and range of nearby museums make this hotel a practical option for exploring the city and combining cultural visits with time by the sea.
El Mantenío has four room types, ranging from 10 to 18 m² and accommodating one or two people. All have a private bathroom with a shower, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The single-room options include a room adapted for guests with reduced mobility; the double rooms offer city views and are configured with either a double bed or two single beds.
The single rooms overlook an inner courtyard, while one of them also has a patio. The double rooms stand out for their city views: the 14 m² room has a large double bed, and the 18 m² room accommodates two people with either single beds or a double bed. Depending on the room type, you’ll find soundproofing, a safe and free toiletries. You can choose between a compact single room, an adapted room or a larger double room.
At 14 m², this room accommodates two people and combines a large double bed with city views. The private bathroom has a shower and hairdryer; the room also has a safe and soundproofed walls. Free toiletries complete the practical amenities for a stay in Málaga City Centre.
This adapted single room for guests with reduced mobility is 10 m² and has a patio, a distinctive outdoor space among the single-room options. It has a private bathroom, air conditioning and inner courtyard views. Designed for one person, it comes with a single bed, a shower and free toiletries.
At 10 m², this single room overlooks an inner courtyard and offers a quiet space thanks to its soundproofing. It has air conditioning, a single bed and a safe. The private bathroom includes a shower and free toiletries; the room accommodates one person.
At 18 m², this room for two people offers city views and two single beds. It has a private bathroom with a shower, air conditioning and soundproofing; a safe and free toiletries add to the practical amenities. Its larger floor area sets it apart from the single-room options.
El Mantenío makes your stay easier with free WiFi throughout the property and services such as luggage storage and tourist information. It also has a safe and key-card access, as well as heating, air conditioning and soundproofing in the rooms. The building has a lift and offers facilities for guests with reduced mobility, wheelchair access, a lower sink and a toilet with grab rails.
There is a café at the property, and pets are allowed on request; charges may apply. The rooms are non-smoking, and smoking is prohibited throughout the property. Security features include cameras in the common areas and an alarm. The rooms have a private bathroom, shower, towels, bed linen, a hairdryer and free toiletries.
El Mantenío is on Calle Álamos, in Málaga City Centre. Nearby, you’ll find Museo Interactivo de la Música, 70 m away, Fundación Pablo Ruiz Picasso, 150 m away, and Plaza de la Merced, 200 m away. Museo del Vidrio y del Cristal is 200 m away; Museo Picasso Málaga, Palacio de Buenavista and Iglesia de Santa Ana are 250 m away. You can also visit Mercado de la Merced, 190 m away.
Public transport connects you to different parts of the city: Málaga Centro - Alameda is 1.1 km away, Málaga María Zambrano Station is 1.7 km away and Málaga Bus Station is 1.8 km away. El Perchel metro station is 1.7 km away. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 7 km away. Calle Álamos has access restrictions for private vehicles, including for passenger drop-off; the hotel has no parking. There are two nearby parking options, both less than a two-minute walk away.
For a day of culture, you can visit the Roman Theatre, 350 m away, the Alcazaba, 450 m away, and Gibralfaro Castle, 720 m away. Playa de la Malagueta is 1.1 km away and Playa de la Caleta is 1.6 km away; Playa de San Andrés is 2.3 km away. In the warmer months, these beaches let you add a swim to your visits around the city centre; during the rest of the year, museums such as Museo Carmen Thyssen, 400 m away, and Museo Jorge Rando, 450 m away, offer alternatives for exploring Málaga further.
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Guests particularly appreciate the staff, who are frequently praised in reviews. Room cleanliness and comfort also receive positive comments, while feedback on the facilities and WiFi is somewhat more mixed. Overall, the reviews reflect a well-maintained stay and attentive service.
Rates at El Mantenío vary depending on the season, dates and room type. For your travel dates, you can check the latest price here.
Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 7 km from El Mantenío. Málaga Centro - Alameda is 1.1 km away; Málaga María Zambrano Station and El Perchel metro station are 1.7 km away, and Málaga Bus Station is 1.8 km away. The hotel has no parking, and private vehicles cannot enter Calle Álamos, even to drop off passengers. There are two nearby car parks less than a two-minute walk away.
El Mantenío is in Málaga City Centre, near Fundación Pablo Ruiz Picasso, 150 m away, and Plaza de la Merced and Museo del Vidrio y del Cristal, 200 m away. Museo Picasso Málaga is 250 m away, the Roman Theatre is 350 m away and the Alcazaba is 450 m away. For a day at the beach, Playa de la Malagueta is 1.1 km away and Playa de la Caleta is 1.6 km away.
Breakfast at El Mantenío is served buffet-style and includes gluten-free options; takeaway breakfast is also available. You can choose to eat at the accommodation or take a prepared option with you.
El Mantenío allows pets on request and charges may apply. The accommodation also provides pet bowls; you must request permission in advance.
El Mantenío offers an adapted single room for guests with reduced mobility. The building has a lift, wheelchair access and a lower sink; it also has a toilet with grab rails and access for guests with hearing impairments.
El Mantenío has no parking. There are two nearby parking options, both less than a two-minute walk away; private vehicles cannot enter Calle Álamos, even to drop off passengers.
Check-in at El Mantenío is from 15:00 to 20:00. You must let the hotel know your expected arrival time in advance and present a photo ID and a credit card at check-in.
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