La Barracuda
Torremolinos · Andalusia · 3 Stars

La Barracuda

Three-star hotel in Torremolinos, opposite La Carihuela beach, with an outdoor pool, a terrace with sea views and Mediterranean cuisine.

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8.4 Score
1.589 Reviews
3★ Stars
15:00 Check-in
Nearby La Carihuela Beach · 50 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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La Barracuda

La Barracuda is a 3-star hotel in Torremolinos, opposite La Carihuela beach, 50 m from the sand. Its rooms have air conditioning, a balcony, a private bathroom and a TV; many offer sea views. There are double and single options, as well as room categories designed for stays with children, with features including a bathtub and terrace. WiFi is free throughout the property.

The outdoor pool, garden and ping-pong table offer ways to spend the day without leaving the hotel. The restaurant serves a buffet with Mediterranean and international specialities, while the poolside bar and lounge bar with live music complete the offering. The rooftop terrace provides sea views. Private parking costs €20 per day, cannot be reserved and is subject to availability. Puerto Marina is less than 500 m away, and Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 7 km away, around 15 minutes by car.

La Barracuda
★ 8.4 · Very good · 1.589 reviews

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Three-star hotel in Torremolinos, opposite La Carihuela beach, with an outdoor pool, a terrace with sea views and Mediterranean cuisine.

Room types

The rooms combine air conditioning, a private bathroom, a balcony and a TV. Double options include configurations with single beds, and some categories have a sofa bed for family stays. There are also triple rooms and a standard single room, with a bathroom equipped with a bathtub and a terrace.

Views vary by room: some face the mountains and the city, while others overlook the sea, garden or pool. The Standard Single Room is 22 m² and has a desk; the double and triple options described in their names offer different arrangements for adults and children. Practical details include towels, a hairdryer and wooden or parquet flooring. In some rooms, guests receive a sweet surprise on arrival.

Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds — La Barracuda
Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds
22 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Mountain view
  • City view

At 22 m², this room has two single beds, air conditioning and a balcony. Its views of the mountains and the city set it apart from the options facing the sea or pool. It has a private bathroom with a bathtub and a terrace, as well as a flat-screen TV.

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Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds (2 Adults + 1 Child up to 11 years old) — La Barracuda
Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds (2 Adults + 1 Child up to 11 years old)
22 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Sofa bed
  • City view

This 22 m² option has two single beds and a sofa bed, setting it apart from the basic double option. It is designated for two adults and one child up to 11 years old. It has air conditioning, a balcony, a private bathroom with a bathtub, and views of the mountains and the city.

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Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds (2 Adults + 2 Children up to 11 years old) — La Barracuda
Double Room - 1 or 2 Beds (2 Adults + 2 Children up to 11 years old)
22 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Sofa bed
  • Mountain view

At 22 m², this category has a sofa bed alongside the single beds and is designated for two adults and up to two children aged 11 or under. It offers views of the mountains and the city, a balcony, air conditioning and a private bathroom with a bathtub.

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Double Room (3 Adults) - 1 or 2 Beds — La Barracuda
Double Room (3 Adults) - 1 or 2 Beds
22 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Sofa bed
  • City view

This 22 m² option is designated for three adults and combines two single beds with a sofa bed. Like the other rooms with city views, it overlooks the mountains and the city; it also has a balcony, air conditioning and a private bathroom with a bathtub.

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Double Room with Sea and Pool Views — La Barracuda
Double Room with Sea and Pool Views
22 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Sea view
  • Pool view

At 22 m², this room has two single beds and stands out for its views of the sea, garden and pool. It has a balcony, air conditioning and a private bathroom with a bathtub. Guests receive a sweet surprise on arrival.

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Economy Double Room — La Barracuda
Economy Double Room
22 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds or 1 double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Mountain view
  • City view

This 22 m² economy room has a balcony and two single beds. Its views of the mountains and the city, along with a private bathroom with a bathtub and a terrace, set it apart from the options with sea and pool views. It also has air conditioning.

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Standard Single Room — La Barracuda
Standard Single Room
22 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed or 2 double beds
  • Max 1 guest
  • Desk
  • Mountain view

At 22 m², this single room offers mountain views and a desk, a practical feature for working or keeping your belongings. It has a terrace, a balcony, air conditioning and a private bathroom with a bathtub. A flat-screen TV completes the facilities.

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Triple Room with Pool View — La Barracuda
Triple Room with Pool View
22 m² · Private bathroom

  • 3 single beds or 1 single bed and 1 double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Pool view
  • Sea view

This 22 m² room stands out for its views of the pool, garden and sea. The main configuration has three single beds; it also has a balcony, air conditioning and a private bathroom with a bathtub. A sweet surprise is offered on arrival.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay opposite La Carihuela beach, 50 m from the sand.
  • you'd like to alternate time by the sea with an outdoor pool, a garden and a ping-pong table.
  • you enjoy Mediterranean and international cuisine and a range of bar and dining options.
  • you're travelling with family: some room categories cater for stays with children and rooms have a sofa bed.
  • you want free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace with sea views.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need free parking: private parking costs €20 per day.
  • you want to reserve a parking space in advance: spaces cannot be reserved and are limited.
  • you expect every room to have sea views: some rooms overlook the mountains and the city.
  • you'd rather avoid live music in the communal areas: the lounge bar hosts performances.

Hotel facilities & services

La Barracuda has spaces where you can alternate relaxing by the sea with activities at the hotel. It is opposite the beach and has a garden, outdoor furniture and several terraces, including a sun terrace. If you prefer to stay active, there are water sports facilities and a ping-pong table; bingo games are also organised and live sports events are shown.

Dining options include two restaurants, a café, a snack bar and a bar. WiFi is free. In the evening, live music and entertainment offer another way to spend time without going out. The concierge service, 24-hour reception and luggage storage complete the practical facilities. The hotel also offers daily housekeeping, as well as laundry and ironing services.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 2 restaurants
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Beachfront
  • Beach
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bingo
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music / performances
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Ping-pong
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping

Parking

  • Street parking

Food & drink

  • On-site café
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Wardrobe
  • Refrigerator
  • Socket near the bed

Location & what to see

La Barracuda is on Avenida España, next to La Carihuela beach, along the coast of Torremolinos. The sand is 50 m away and Puerto Marina is less than 500 m away. There are restaurants and bars nearby, as well as the seafront promenade for walks beside the Mediterranean. The hotel has an outdoor pool, a garden and a terrace with sea views, so you can alternate beach time with a break at the property.

Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 7 km away; the drive takes around 15 minutes. El Pinillo train station is 900 m away and Montemar Alto is 1.2 km away. Málaga bus station is 13 km away. You can also visit Playa de Malapesquera, 900 m away, or Playa Santa Ana, 950 m away. Sea Life is 930 m away and Parque La Batería is 1.2 km away.

For a day out, Casa de los Navajas is 2.7 km away and Plaza Costa del Sol is 2.6 km away, in the centre of Torremolinos. Parque de la Paloma, in Benalmádena, is 2.2 km away. In the warmer months, you can combine swimming with walks along the coast; outside the beach season, Puerto Marina, nearby parks and the town centre offer options for shorter outings. Málaga city has museums such as Museo Picasso Málaga and Museo Carmen Thyssen, both 15 km away.

La Carihuela Beach — A long stretch of Mediterranean sand next to the seafront promenade and coastal restaurants. 50 m
Playa Santa Ana — A beach in Benalmádena, suitable for combining a swim with a walk along the coast. 950 m
El Pinillo — Nearby train station for travelling along the Málaga coast. 900 m
Sea Life — Aquarium with marine species, an engaging visit for families with children. 930 m
La Batería Park — Urban park with green spaces for walks and relaxing outdoors. 1,2 km
Casa de los Navajas — Historic Neo-Mudéjar building with distinctive architectural details. 2,7 km

What guests say about La Barracuda

8.4
Very good · 1.589 reviews
Staff
8.8
Comfort
8.6
Location
9.5
Cleanliness
8.5
Facilities
8.3
Value for money
8.1
Free Wi-Fi
8.6

Guests particularly appreciate the proximity to the sea and the attentive staff. They also praise the facilities, cleanliness and comfort of the rooms; WiFi receives favourable comments. Overall, the hotel appeals to those who want to combine the beach, a pool and dining options.

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