In the heart of Malaga, El Riad Andaluz offers a tranquil retreat with a beautiful garden and peaceful library. Enjoy bike rentals, dry cleaning services, or unwind on the charming terrace. Previous guests praise the helpful staff for making their stay unforgettable.
El Riad Andaluz offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Picasso Museum Malaga and Calle Larios. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and scuba diving. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: La Marina Station is 12 minutes and La Malagueta Station is 12 minutes.
Languages
English, French, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
8 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 2:00 PM) and Monday - Sunday (5:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Babysitting
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Offsite parking within 328 ft (EUR 21 per day)
Street parking available
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Offsite
Area shuttle*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Water dispenser
Traveling with children
Babysitting services
What to do
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
On-site car rental
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Library
Accessibility
Accessible airport shuttle
Room amenities
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Partially open bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
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Housekeeping (once per stay)
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 28 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 15
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between January 2 and February 1.
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 21 per day (328 ft away)
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Also known as
El Riad
El Riad Andaluz
El Riad Andaluz House
El Riad Andaluz House Malaga
El Riad Andaluz Malaga
El Riad Andaluz Hotel Malaga
El Riad Andaluz Malaga, Spain - Costa Del Sol
El Riad Andaluz Málaga
El Riad Andaluz Pension
El Riad Andaluz Pension Málaga
Frequently asked questions
Is El Riad Andaluz currently open?
The property is closed between January 2 and February 1.
Does El Riad Andaluz offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, El Riad Andaluz does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at El Riad Andaluz?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at El Riad Andaluz?
No, unfortunately, but there's street parking available.
Is airport shuttle service offered by El Riad Andaluz?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 28 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at El Riad Andaluz?
Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 15. Express check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at El Riad Andaluz?
No, this pension doesn't have a casino, but Casino Torrequebrada (21-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at El Riad Andaluz and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and scuba diving. El Riad Andaluz also has a garden.
What's the area around El Riad Andaluz like?
El Riad Andaluz is in Málaga Centro, a short 13-minute walk from Port of Malaga and 19 minutes' walk from Malagueta Beach.
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El Riad Andaluz Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2025
Incredible!!!
Gerard is super friendly and the hotel is BEAUTIFUL. Perfect walking distance to restaurants, sight seeing, and the beach. As a group of young women, we felt extremely safe. There’s air conditioning in the room and a coffee station downstairs. There’s even an adorable ragdoll cat that roams the hotel - it felt like a movie. Couldn’t say a bad word about this place. My go-to recommendation for anyone’s stay in Malaga.
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4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2025
Perfect location and beautiful place! We loved it!
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 21, 2024
Very nicely decorated, helpful staff. Location very good, especially to Picasso museum.
Kristine
Kristine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2024
I love the simple room that is close to the main areas.
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2023
Great stay
Danielle
Danielle, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2024
Interior Design on the hotel was unique.
Sandra
Sandra, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 5, 2025
Good stay in Malaga
The atmosphere was excellent—old style Arabic/Old Spanish establishment with internal courtyard and rooms with internal windows. A very authentic feel and dare I write, quaint. There was no noise from outside. Internal noise echoed a bit but the other guests weren’t noisy. The bed was spotlessly clean. The shower head needed a gasket to stop the water spraying everywhere except from the shower head itself! The holder on the wall for the shower head itself was too worn out to hold the shower head so I had to hold the shower head or rest it on the taps. The sink plug was fully inserted and to get it out so the sink could drain I had to dig it out with my fingernails. The hotel is close to the town’s restaurants and bars and the Alcazar and Roman Teatro. Excellent. I really enjoyed my stay but the shower and sink need some TLC. Get that fixed and it’s a gem.
Jeremiah D
Jeremiah D, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2024
Great location
Great location, everything you need
Lots of information from host extremely helpful.
Louise
Louise, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2024
Centrally cool
Great place central to the tourist area.
Tastefully decorated, good wifi .
The owner fixed us up with airport transfer, very much appreciated.
J
J, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 21, 2024
Gerald is a perfect host: charming, and he goes out of his way to make sure that your stay at El Ruiz Andaluza is everything it should be.
We would have stayed longer, but his property was fully booked for the next week.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2024
Had a great experience with El Riad Andaluz! The location is perfect, staff were friendly and caring. The rooms are very nicely decorated and clean. Would come again!
Ceylin
Ceylin, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2024
El Riad Andaluz is a delightful hotel on a quiet pedestrian street. The central atrium with many climbing plants is a lovely place to sit. The owner (with his very friendly cat) looked after us well. Highly recommended.
DANIEL
DANIEL, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2024
Thank you for everything !
Magdalena
Magdalena, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2024
Charming small hotel
Perfect location close to most attractions but still very quiet. Friendly and helpfull owner. Simple but clean and comfortable rooms with charming decor. We enjoyed our stay very much and would choose the same hotel if we visit Malaga again.
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5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2024
Beautiful Andalucian house with cute interior patio. Small rooms but adequate. We didn’t like the bathrooms because had no doors, only curtains and the bathroom walls did not reach the ceiling. We had to take turns out of the room, to have some privacy while we used the bathroom…
Joseph
Joseph, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2023
Good location
Magnus
Magnus, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 17, 2024
Lovely guest house and manager was also. The bed wasn’t very comfortable and I was in a single room but the shower was tricky to navigate
Kylie
Kylie, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 15, 2024
Quaint, quiet.
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 12, 2023
Pleasant stay for 2 nights. It’s a small, private run boarding house.
Ariel
Ariel, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 24, 2022
A lovely little place close to the centre and easy walking to all the sights. Nice and clean and the bed was comfy. Excellent accommodation for what you are paying. I would definitely stay again.
ANDREA
ANDREA, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2024
Nice hotel with central location
Nice and cosy hotel in the citycenter. Small room but with a nice little balcony. The host was very helpful.
Unfortunately the bed was a little to hard.
Lars Morten
Lars Morten, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2022
El Riad Andaluz is in a great location. The rooms were nice and very clean. The owner was very nice and extremely helpful in giving advice and arranging for taxis, car rentals, getting around the city, ... Would definitely go back there again.
Sandra
Sandra, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 15, 2023
Basic, but nice and clean room. Excellent location and safe and quiet area.
Stein Erik
Stein Erik, 7-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 16, 2023
Quiet, clean, well located inn.
Cozy, well located, quiet place. The riad is located in a quiet, pedestrian street, centrally located, but away from loud bars. The rooms are well lit and look much better in person. The place offers beach towels and umbrellas to take to the beach, along with recommendations for breakfast and lunch spots.
Laura
Laura, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 22, 2023
Our room was excellent. Clean linens, great location, and even parking was close (it took about 20 mins to find a spot, but worth it). The only thing i would say to improve is it would be nice to have a personal fridge to keep food cool in.