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Seafront Grandeur
Gran Hotel Miramar Gl ★★★★★
Malaga
9.1Perfect3,848 reviews
A refined seafront stay with sea-view rooms, a saltwater pool, and a location minutes from the old town.
From€387per night
5 star hotels · Andalucía · Spain
5-Star Hotels in Malaga
Malaga's selection of seven five-star properties, from a seafront grande dame to a contemporary palace, starts at 178 EUR per night.
7 hotels
6 rated 8.5+
typical €304
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Seafront Grandeur
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Old town luxury
Only You Hotel Malaga ★★★★★
Malaga
9.1Perfect3,572 reviews
A polished 5-star base on Alameda Principal, steps from the old town and Teatro Romano, with a rooftop pool and sea views.
From€342per night
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Central 5-star
Vincci Seleccion Posada Del Patio ★★★★★
Malaga
9Perfect5,520 reviews
A 5-star Malaga hotel with a rooftop pool, central location, and praised breakfast.
From€179per night
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Castle Retreat
9Perfect2,516 reviews
A castle stay with panoramic sea views and a pool, just a short drive from Malaga's centre.
From€184per night
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Urban spa stay
Aurea Palacio De La Tinta By Eurostars Hotel Company ★★★★★
Malaga
9.8Perfect17 reviews
A five-star retreat on Malaga’s grand paseo, with rooftop pool, spa, and a calm, contemporary feel.
From€322per night
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Central & leafy
Villa Alicia Guest House ★★★★★
Malaga Guest house
8.3Great1,478 reviews
A vibrant, plant-filled guest house in central Malaga with a shared kitchen, private terraces, and standout staff.
From€55per night
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Rooftop pool
Me By Melia Malaga ★★★★★
Malaga
9.3Perfect159 reviews
A highly rated 5-star with a rooftop pool, steps from Plaza de la Constitucion and Parque de Malaga.
From€304per night
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5-Star Hotels in Malaga
Malaga's five-star hotels are concentrated in the old town and along the Alameda Principal, with a couple of outliers offering seafront or hillside settings. The top-rated is Aurea Palacio De La Tinta (9.8) with a rooftop pool and spa, while the most affordable is Vincci Seleccion Posada Del Patio (9.0) at 178 EUR. Expect polished design, rooftop pools, and easy walking to landmarks.
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Frequently asked
What is the average price of a 5-star hotel in Malaga?
Prices for the five-star hotels on this page range from 178 EUR for Vincci Seleccion Posada Del Patio to 384 EUR for Gran Hotel Miramar. The typical price is around 320 EUR, but you can often find lower rates by booking ahead or travelling in the off-season.
Which area is best to stay in Malaga for a first visit?
For a first visit, the historic centre around Alameda Principal and Plaza de la Constitución puts you within walking distance of the cathedral, Alcazaba, and the Picasso Museum. Hotels like Only You Hotel Malaga and Vincci Seleccion Posada Del Patio are central, while the seafront Gran Hotel Miramar is a bit further east but still walkable to the old town.
Is it easy to get from Malaga Airport to these 5-star hotels?
All the central hotels are just a short taxi or train ride from the airport. The Cercanias train from the airport to Malaga Centro-Alameda station drops you right at the edge of the old town, steps from most of these properties. Villa Alicia, being central, is also easily reached.
How far ahead should I book a 5-star hotel in Malaga?
For summer months and during Semana Santa or the Malaga Fair, booking several months in advance is wise, as the best-rated rooms can sell out. For quieter periods, you can often find last-minute deals, but booking at least a few weeks ahead gives you the best choice.
5-Star Hotels in Malaga
Malaga packs an extraordinary concentration of five-star luxury into a compact city. Most of these hotels cluster around the historic centre—Alameda Principal, Plaza de la Constitución, and the grand paseo of the Parque de Malaga—while a couple offer seafront or hillside settings a short drive away. For a city of its size, the range is remarkable: you can sleep in a restored castle, a 1920s seafront icon, or a contemporary palace with a rooftop pool.
What the money buys at each end differs sharply. At the lower end, from around 178 EUR, you get central locations and rooftop pools—solid, comfortable five-star comfort. At the top end, at 384 EUR, Gran Hotel Miramar offers seafront grandeur with sea-view rooms and a saltwater pool. Set your budget and choose your setting; the city's five-star scene is compact enough that you're never far from the action.
Note that this page also includes one five-star guest house, Villa Alicia, offering a different vibe: a plant-filled, central stay with shared kitchen and private terraces, at a notably lower rate.
The bottom line
This set suits travellers who want Malaga's top-end luxury with walkable access to the old town, and who don't mind paying for the privilege. If your priority is a beachfront stay, look at 'Beach hotels in Malaga'. For budget-conscious trips, 'Cheap and budget hotels in Malaga' offers more affordable options. If you need parking or are travelling with family, see 'Hotels with parking in Malaga' and 'Family Friendly hotels in Malaga'.