Literal Hostel
Málaga · Andalusia

Literal Hostel

Hostel in Málaga Centre with shared dormitories, free WiFi and 24-hour reception, near the port, museums and transport links.

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8.4 Score
2.843 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Area Málaga
Nearby Centre for Contemporary Art · 40 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Literal Hostel

Literal Hostel is a hostel in Málaga Centre, a 13-minute walk from the Port of Málaga, with shared dormitories and beds in female-only rooms. It suits travellers who prefer staying in a communal space and exploring the city from the centre.

Options include individual bunk beds, 18 or 36 m² dormitories and a shared room with four beds that has a double bed. The accommodation offers free WiFi, 24-hour reception, a concierge service and express check-in and check-out. It also has a café and accessibility features, including wheelchair access, a raised toilet and grab rails.

The Centre for Contemporary Art is 40 m away and Atarazanas Central Market is 400 m away. Málaga Centro - Alameda station is 150 m away; Malagueta Beach is 950 m away. The Alcazaba and Museo Picasso Málaga are also nearby attractions.

Literal Hostel
★ 8.4 · Very good · 2.843 reviews

Plan your stay at Literal Hostel

Hostel in Málaga Centre with shared dormitories, free WiFi and 24-hour reception, near the port, museums and transport links.

Room types

Literal Hostel offers beds in shared rooms, with individual bunk beds and options for women. There are rooms of 18 m² and 36 m²; some options have the same name, but their size and the female-only nature of certain dormitories distinguish them. Each individual bed accommodates one person.

There is also a bed in a shared room with four beds, equipped with a double bed and accommodating two guests. Shared rooms are the common feature of the available options: stays are in communal dormitories, not private units. You can choose between an individual bunk, a female-only dormitory or an option with a double bed, depending on the room format and size.

Single Bed in Shared Room — Literal Hostel
Single Bed in Shared Room
18 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest

At 18 m², this category offers an individual bunk bed in a shared room. It is intended for booking an individual bed and sharing the dormitory with other travellers; it is not a private stay. Its size distinguishes it from the 36 m² option with the same name.

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Single Bed in Female Shared Room — Literal Hostel
Single Bed in Female Shared Room
18 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest

This individual bed is in an 18 m² female-only shared room, with accommodation in a bunk bed. The dormitory is for women and provides a bed for one person. It has the same floor area as the 36 m² female-only option, but is the more compact alternative.

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Single Bed in Shared Room — Literal Hostel
Single Bed in Shared Room
36 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest

At 36 m², this individual bed in a shared room offers more space than the 18 m² option with the same name. The bed is in a bunk and is intended for one person sharing the dormitory. Its communal format distinguishes it from a private room.

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Single Bed in Female Shared Room — Literal Hostel
Single Bed in Female Shared Room
36 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest

This female-only bunk bed is in a 36 m² shared room. It accommodates one person and has more floor space than the 18 m² female-only option. It is a communal option for women seeking an individual bed in a shared dormitory.

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Bed in Shared Room with 4 Beds — Literal Hostel
Bed in Shared Room with 4 Beds

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests

This category is a bed in a shared dormitory with four beds. It includes a double bed and accommodates up to two guests. Instead of an individual bunk bed, this option centres on a double bed in the communal dormitory.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay in a shared dormitory, with female-only options and individual bunk beds
  • you want free WiFi throughout the property
  • you value a 24-hour reception, concierge service and express check-in
  • you need accessibility features such as a raised toilet, grab rails and wheelchair access
  • you want to explore the city centre, with the Centre for Contemporary Art 40 m away and Atarazanas Central Market 400 m away

Maybe not, if...

  • you need parking at the property: Literal Hostel has no parking
  • you prefer a private room: the available options are shared dormitories
  • you want to hold a party or celebration: these are not allowed at the property
  • you want a beach right next to the property: Malagueta Beach is 950 m away

Hotel facilities & services

Literal Hostel offers practical services for a city stay. WiFi is free, reception is open 24 hours a day, and the team provides a concierge service and express check-in and check-out. There are also lockers and daily housekeeping, as well as a café at the property and vending machines for snacks and drinks.

The communal areas include outdoor furniture, a pub crawl and temporary art galleries. The property has air conditioning and heating, and accessibility features such as wheelchair access, a lowered washbasin, a raised toilet, grab rails and an emergency bathroom pull cord. The 24-hour reception and assistance services help you organise your arrival and take care of everyday needs during your stay.

Great for your stay

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pub crawl
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Beach
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in / check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in and check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Snack vending machine
  • Drinks vending machine
  • Air conditioning
  • Wheelchair accessible

Food & drink

  • Café on site

Media & technology

  • Internet

Location & what to see

Literal Hostel is on Calle Alemania, in Málaga Centre, in an urban area with shops, cultural venues and transport links. The Centre for Contemporary Art is 40 m away and Atarazanas Central Market is 400 m away; Palmeral de las Sorpresas is 550 m away. Málaga Port is about a 13-minute walk away, and the city centre makes it easy to combine visits to markets, museums and historic streets.

For public transport, Málaga Centro - Alameda is 150 m away and Málaga María Zambrano station is 600 m away. The bus station is 750 m away, while El Perchel metro station is 650 m away. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 6 km away; the drive usually takes around 15 minutes, depending on traffic. Malagueta Beach is 950 m away and San Andrés Beach is 1.2 km away.

Nearby cultural attractions include Museo Picasso Málaga, 1 km away, the Alcazaba, 1.1 km away, and the Málaga Museum, 900 m away. You can spend a day exploring the museums and heritage of the city centre, then set aside another for the seafront and a swim on the coast. Beach season is best enjoyed during the warmer months; outside summer, walks around the port and cultural visits remain ways to explore Málaga.

Centre for Contemporary Art — Venue for contemporary art exhibitions in a former market. 40 m
Playa de la Malagueta — Urban beach for swimming and walking along the Mediterranean. 950 m
Atarazanas Central Market — Historic market with fresh produce stalls and distinctive architecture. 400 m
Museo Picasso Málaga — Collection focused on the work of Málaga-born artist Pablo Picasso. 1 km
Alcazaba — Andalusian palatial fortress with courtyards, walls and views over Málaga. 1,1 km
Málaga Cathedral — Renaissance and Baroque church, a notable landmark in Málaga's historic centre. 750 m

What guests say about Literal Hostel

8.4
Very good · 2.843 reviews
Staff
9.1
Comfort
8.8
Location
9.3
Cleanliness
8.8
Facilities
8.6
Value for money
8.6
Free Wi-Fi
8.3

Guests particularly appreciate the staff, whose score is notably high, and also value the cleanliness and comfort. The facilities and value for money receive positive ratings. The WiFi score is somewhat more moderate than those for the other aspects.

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