Olive & Ivy Guest House
Canillas de Aceituno · Andalusia · 4 Stars

Olive & Ivy Guest House

This bed and breakfast in Canillas de Aceituno combines a full English/Irish breakfast, rooms with a balcony or patio, and a spacious suite with a terrace.

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9.5 Score
285 Reviews
4★ Stars
15:00 Check-in
Nearby El Saltillo trailhead · 140 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00
Pets Allowed

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Olive & Ivy Guest House

Olive & Ivy Guest House is a 4-star bed and breakfast in Canillas de Aceituno, with a full English/Irish breakfast and a terrace.

Its accommodation comprises two 16 m² double rooms and a 50 m² Deluxe Suite, which can accommodate up to four people. The double rooms include a private bathroom and air conditioning: one has a balcony, while the other also has a patio and soundproofing. The suite is divided into a separate bedroom and a living room, with a terrace, sofa and washing machine. It is an option for couples or small groups who prefer separate sleeping and living areas.

The property has a bar and free Wi-Fi. Pets are allowed on request and charges may apply; public parking is available nearby, cannot be reserved and may incur additional charges. Canillas de Aceituno offers a mountain-village setting, with the start of the El Saltillo trail 140 m away and Mirador del Castillejo 1.5 km away, two landmarks to help you plan your stay around walks.

Olive & Ivy Guest House
★ 9.5 · Exceptional · 285 reviews

Plan your stay at Olive & Ivy Guest House

This bed and breakfast in Canillas de Aceituno combines a full English/Irish breakfast, rooms with a balcony or patio, and a spacious suite with a terrace.

Room types

Olive & Ivy Guest House has two 16 m² double rooms and a 50 m² suite, with options for couples and groups of up to four people. The Standard Double Room has a balcony; the Deluxe Double Room with Shower stands out for its patio and soundproofing. Both accommodate two guests and combine a private bathroom with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with streaming services.

The Deluxe Suite offers more space, with a separate bedroom and a living room, as well as a terrace and sofa; it can accommodate up to four people. The washing machine and coffee machine are features specific to this room type. All three options have a private bathroom and air conditioning, while the balcony or patio sets the double rooms apart and the terrace distinguishes the suite.

Standard Double Room — Olive & Ivy Guest House
Standard Double Room
16 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • Streaming service

At 16 m², the Standard Double Room is the compact option for two guests and stands out for its balcony. The interior includes a seating area and wooden or parquet flooring; the TV offers streaming services. The private bathroom has a shower and toiletries.

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Deluxe Double Room with Shower — Olive & Ivy Guest House
Deluxe Double Room with Shower
16 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Patio
  • Soundproofing

Also measuring 16 m² and accommodating two people, the Deluxe Double Room with Shower also has a patio and soundproofing, the features that distinguish it from the Standard Double Room. The balcony and air conditioning complete this room, which has a private bathroom, shower and TV with streaming services.

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Deluxe Suite — Olive & Ivy Guest House
Deluxe Suite
50 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed and 1 Double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Terrace
  • Washing machine

At 50 m² and accommodating four people, the Deluxe Suite is the largest option in the property. It has a separate bedroom and a living room, as well as a terrace, sofa, washing machine and coffee machine. There is a double bed in each room, and the bathroom has a shower.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want free Wi-Fi throughout the property.
  • you enjoy hiking: the start of the El Saltillo trail is 140 m away.
  • you are travelling with a pet and can request permission to bring it, with possible additional charges.
  • there are up to four of you and you prefer a suite with a separate bedroom and living room.
  • you are looking for a full English/Irish breakfast.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need private parking or a reserved space: the available parking is public and cannot be reserved.
  • you are travelling with a dog and do not want to pay extra charges: fees of €15 per night per dog may apply.
  • you need a room for more than four people: the suite accommodates up to four guests.
  • you want breakfast to be included in the rate.

Hotel facilities & services

The facilities include practical features for everyday stays: the rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV, and free internet access is available. The property has non-smoking and allergy-free rooms, as well as heating and wooden or parquet floors. In the shared areas, the terrace and solarium provide outdoor space; luggage storage, daily housekeeping and express check-in and check-out complete the everyday services.

For dining or relaxing, the property has a bar and offers wine or champagne and breakfast in the room. The TV provides access to streaming services. Cycling, hiking and horse riding are available in the surrounding area; wake-up service and an on-site ATM are also available.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets allowed
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shower
  • Horse riding
  • Luggage storage

General facilities

  • Terrace / solarium
  • Horse riding
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On-site ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in and check-out
  • Wake-up service/alarm clock
  • Air conditioning
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Wooden or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parasols

Parking

  • Parking

Food & drink

  • Wine / champagne
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar

Media & technology

  • Streaming service (such as Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen

Location & what to see

Olive & Ivy Guest House is in Canillas de Aceituno, in the Axarquía region of Málaga, amid a mountainous landscape associated with the Tejeda and Almijara mountain ranges. The centre of Canillas de Aceituno is 50 m away; the start of the El Saltillo trail is 140 m away and the market (Fridays only) is 310 m away. Mirador del Castillejo is 1.5 km away and offers another view of the hillsides and village rooftops. The area combines traditional street layouts with mountain paths, so you can plan short walks and longer excursions.

The El Saltillo waterfall is 2.3 km away; the Tajos de Alcázar Natural Monument is 4.4 km away, and Sierras Tejeda Almijara Alhama Natural Park is 5 km away. Alcaucín is 4.3 km away and Sedella is 4.5 km away, two nearby villages to include in an outing around the inland Axarquía. For air travel, Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 41 km away and Federico García Lorca Granada-Jaén Airport is 43 km away.

The El Saltillo trail makes it easy to plan a day of walking, while the viewpoints and mountain passes offer places to stop and take in the landscape. The property offers cycling, hiking and horse riding, activities that let you alternate walking routes with trips by bike or on horseback. On Fridays, the market adds an activity linked to village life. Alcaucín and Sedella offer more places to visit, and the nearby mountains invite you to spend more time enjoying the mountain scenery.

El Saltillo trailhead — Start of a mountain route very close to the village centre. 140 m
Market (Fridays only) — Weekly market held on Fridays, close to the village centre. 310 m
Mirador del Castillejo. — Elevated viewpoint overlooking the mountainous landscape of the area. 1,5 km
El Saltillo — Waterfall linked to hiking routes in the surrounding mountains. 2,3 km
Tajos de Alcázar Natural Monument — Protected natural area with rock formations and mountain scenery. 4,4 km
Alcaucín — Nearby village to include in an outing around the inland Axarquía. 4,3 km

What guests say about Olive & Ivy Guest House

9.5
Exceptional · 285 reviews
Staff
9.9
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.5
Cleanliness
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Value for money
9.5
Free Wi-Fi
8.0

Guests particularly appreciate the staff and cleanliness. The facilities, comfort and value for money also receive very positive comments. Wi-Fi gets a slightly more modest rating, although it is free throughout the property.

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