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Cheapest monthNovember
Most expensive monthApril
Top rated by travelersLivensa Living Studios Málaga Feria, 263 €
Cheapest bed foundFeel Hostels City Center, 51 €

Finding cheap hotels in Málaga: FAQs

According to our pricing calendar data, you can score the cheapest bed in November.
No! Hostels are a great option for anyone looking for a budget stay. These days, hostels in Málaga are full of digital nomads and tourists of all ages.
Yes. Party hostels and youth hostels with 20-person dorms do still exist in most cities, but so do ultra-modern boutique hostels with plenty of private rooms, cozy bars, and even swimming pools. These kinds of hostels are popular with solo travelers over 30.
Since you’ll be surrounded by likeminded travelers, hostels are always the safest (and most sociable!) places to stay in Málaga. You’ll meet new friends to go out with, share tips and advice on how to get around, and find out if there are any unsafe places to avoid. Most major Málaga hostels even have female-only dorms. And if you’re worried about your belongings, don’t be — you can lock them away in a padlocked locker or safe while you’re out exploring.
Yes! Hostels in Málaga generally tend to be the most budget-friendly option in Málaga. Not only can you get a bed for as little as 51 € per night, you can also cook your own food in the hostel kitchen.
Other backpackers rated Chinitas Urban Hostel, Feel Hostels City Center, and Hostal Vidamia as the best hostels in central Málaga for value, cleanliness, and comfort.