La Casa Mata Central
Málaga · Andalusia

La Casa Mata Central

Adults-only guest house in central Málaga, with free WiFi, private and shared rooms, and museums and monuments within easy reach.

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7.7 Score
2.358 Reviews
14:00 Check-in
Area Málaga
Nearby Carmen Thyssen Málaga Museum · 280 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00

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La Casa Mata Central

La Casa Mata Central is a guest house in Málaga’s historic centre, a seven-minute walk from the cathedral and the Picasso Museum, with rooms offering private or shared bathrooms.

Its modernly designed rooms feature a ceiling fan and desk; several categories also have air conditioning, and some offer views of an interior courtyard. There are single, double and triple options, with either private or shared bathrooms. The property offers free WiFi, a tourist information service and adults-only accommodation. Plaza de la Constitución is 300 metres away, while the Carmen Thyssen Málaga Museum is 280 metres away and the Alcazaba is 730 metres away. Málaga Centro - Alameda station is 1 km away. To get closer to the sea, La Malagueta Beach is 1.4 km away. There is no parking at the property, something worth bearing in mind if you’re travelling by car. The range of rooms lets you choose between greater privacy and a shared option, with accommodation for one, two or three people.

La Casa Mata Central
★ 7.7 · Good · 2.358 reviews

Plan your stay at La Casa Mata Central

Adults-only guest house in central Málaga, with free WiFi, private and shared rooms, and museums and monuments within easy reach.

Room types

La Casa Mata Central offers five categories for one, two or three people, with single, double and triple rooms. The main choice is between a private and shared bathroom: there’s a double and a triple room with a private bathroom, as well as double, triple and single rooms with shared bathrooms. This lets you prioritise privacy or choose another setup to suit your trip.

The rooms have a fan and come with towels and bed linen; several also have air conditioning. Some offer views of an interior courtyard, and the private options have their own shower and toilet. The Double Room with Private Bathroom is on the ground floor and is wheelchair accessible. In other categories, the upper floors are accessible by stairs only. Beds range from one double bed in rooms for two to three single beds in the triple rooms, with a single option for solo travellers.

Double Room with Private Bathroom — La Casa Mata Central
Double Room with Private Bathroom
12 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Views of an interior courtyard
  • Air conditioning

At 12 m², this room sleeps two and has a double bed, a private bathroom and views of an interior courtyard. It includes a shower, toilet and hairdryer, as well as air conditioning, heating and a fan. It’s on the ground floor and is wheelchair accessible.

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom — La Casa Mata Central
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
12 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Shared bathroom
  • Air conditioning

This 12 m² double option has a double bed and shares a bathroom with other guests. Unlike the Double Room with Private Bathroom, it doesn’t have its own bathroom; it does have air conditioning, heating and a fan. Tiled flooring and bed linen complete this simple setup for two people.

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Triple Room with Shared Bathroom — La Casa Mata Central
Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
18 m²

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Shared bathroom
  • Air conditioning

At 18 m², this shared-bathroom category offers more space than the Double Room with Shared Bathroom and sleeps up to three people. It has three single beds, a shared bathroom, air conditioning, heating and a fan. Tiled flooring and towels are provided, and the upper floors are accessible by stairs only.

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Economy Single Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet — La Casa Mata Central
Economy Single Room with Shared Bathroom and Toilet
7 m²

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Views of an interior courtyard
  • Heating

Designed for one person, this economy room has a single bed and a shared bathroom and toilet. It stands out for its views of the interior courtyard and heating; it also has a fan, tiled flooring, towels and bed linen. The upper floors are accessible by stairs.

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Triple Room with Private Bathroom — La Casa Mata Central
Triple Room with Private Bathroom
20 m²

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Views of an interior courtyard
  • Air conditioning

This is the most spacious private option available: it measures 20 m² and sleeps three, compared with 18 m² for the Triple Room with Shared Bathroom. It has three single beds, a private bathroom with a shower and views of an interior courtyard. It also has air conditioning, heating and a fan.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay in Málaga’s historic centre, with the cathedral and the Picasso Museum a seven-minute walk away
  • you’re looking for an adults-only guest house
  • you need free WiFi throughout the property
  • you’d like to choose between rooms with private bathrooms and options with shared bathrooms
  • you’d find luggage storage and a tourist information service useful

Maybe not, if...

  • you need parking at the property, as La Casa Mata Central has no parking
  • you’re travelling with children, as the accommodation is for adults only
  • you want every room to have a private bathroom: some rooms use shared facilities
  • you expect to arrive after midnight, when check-in is no longer available

Hotel facilities & services

La Casa Mata Central offers free WiFi throughout the property and has non-smoking rooms. The property is for adults only, which defines the type of stay. It also has luggage storage, useful for leaving your bags while you visit Málaga, and a tourist information service to help you plan outings around the city.

Facilities include express check-in and check-out, air conditioning, heating and a fan. There are security cameras in the shared areas and outdoors, as well as an alarm and key access. The accommodation is adapted for guests with reduced mobility, although the upper floors are accessible by stairs only. Towels and bed linen are provided in the rooms; some have private bathrooms, while others use shared facilities. The facilities include practical features for a city stay, from internet access to somewhere to store your luggage.

Great for your stay

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tourist information
  • Luggage storage
  • Adults only

General facilities

  • Luggage storage
  • Tourist information
  • Express check-in and check-out
  • Security cameras outside the property
  • Security cameras in shared areas
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Adults only
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Tile/marble flooring
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Towels
  • Bed linen

Location & what to see

La Casa Mata Central is on Molinillo del Aceite, in Málaga’s historic centre. Plaza de la Constitución is 300 m away, and Salamanca Market is 350 m away. The surrounding area has museums, shopping streets, bars and restaurants; the Glass and Crystal Museum is 280 m away, as is the Carmen Thyssen Málaga Museum. It’s an urban area from which you can explore much of the old town on foot.

The cathedral and the Picasso Museum are a seven-minute walk from the guest house. The Alcazaba is 730 m away, and Gibralfaro Castle is 1.0 km away. For public transport, Málaga Centro - Alameda is 1 km away; María Zambrano railway station is 1.5 km away and Málaga bus station is 1.6 km away. Málaga Airport is 6 km away. La Malagueta Beach is 1.4 km away, while La Caleta is 1.9 km away.

The nearby museums let you spend a day exploring local art and history: alongside the Picasso Museum, you can visit the Málaga Museum, 700 m away, or the Carmen Thyssen Málaga Museum. The Alcazaba and Málaga Park extend your walk around the city centre. For an outing by the sea, La Malagueta and La Caleta are nearby options; the warmer months are best for combining a city walk with time at the beach. You can also visit Salamanca Market, 350 m away, to see another everyday part of the neighbourhood.

Carmen Thyssen Málaga Museum — A collection of 19th-century Spanish paintings in a historic palace. 280 m
Glass and Crystal Museum — Glass and crystal pieces displayed in a traditional house. 280 m
Málaga Alcazaba — A palatial fortress with courtyards, walls and views over the city. 730 m
Gibralfaro Castle — A hilltop defensive complex with panoramic views of the harbour and Málaga. 1,0 km
Playa de La Malagueta — An urban beach for walking by the Mediterranean and swimming. 1,4 km
Málaga Bus Station — A bus terminal for regional and intercity connections. 1,6 km

What guests say about La Casa Mata Central

7.7
Good · 2.358 reviews
Staff
8.8
Comfort
8.1
Location
9.3
Cleanliness
8.3
Facilities
7.5
Value for money
8.0
Free Wi-Fi
7.4

Guests particularly appreciate the staff’s service and the proximity to places of interest in the city centre. Cleanliness and comfort receive positive comments, while the facilities and WiFi connection receive more moderate ratings.

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