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Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a rooftop terrace

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Palacio Solecio in central Málaga offers a luxurious stay with a rooftop terrace, seasonal outdoor pool, breakfast at Balausta restaurant, in-room WiFi, and 24-hour gym access. Guests consistently praise the attentive staff who enhance the experience.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Solecio Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 47 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Solecio Deluxe Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Solecio Deluxe Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Palacio Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Palacio Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Palacio Junior Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room Solecio | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Single Room Solecio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite Palacio | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Suite Palacio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Tower Double Top Floor private terrace with city views | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Tower Double Top Floor private terrace with city views

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Solecio Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Solecio Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite Solecio | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Junior Suite Solecio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Málaga Centro, a neighborhood in Málaga, Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World is near the airport and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Malagueta Beach and Playa de Pedregalejo, while Picasso Museum Malaga and Centre Pompidou Málaga are cultural highlights. Alcazaba and Málaga Cathedral are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including hot springs.
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Calle Granada 61, Málaga, Málaga, 29015

What's nearby

  • Picasso Museum Malaga - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Málaga Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Alcazaba - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Port of Malaga - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Malagueta Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • La Marina Station - 8 min walk
  • Málaga María Zambrano Station - 9 min drive
  • Malaga Airport (AGP) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Pimpi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Casa Lola - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪D’platos - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Brunchit Alcazabilla - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Tarta De La Madre De Cris - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World

Upscale eco-certified hotel near Picasso Museum Malaga
Located close to Alcazaba and Málaga Cathedral, Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World provides a rooftop terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Balausta, the on-site restaurant. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour gym and conference space.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an elevator, and a reception hall
  • 2 meeting rooms, a front-desk safe, and a banquet hall
  • A 24-hour front desk, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 116 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Biosphere, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 31 per day); reservations required

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 32 for adults and EUR 16 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Balausta

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 581 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (31 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2019
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 32 for adults and EUR 16 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 31 per day (525 ft away)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

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
Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 11:00 AM–7:00 PM.

Is Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World located?

Located in Málaga Centro, this eco-certified hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Picasso Museum Malaga and Málaga Cathedral. Alcazaba and Centre Pompidou Málaga are also within 15 minutes. La Marina Station is 8 minutes by foot and La Malagueta Station is 9 minutes.

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Palacio Solecio, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 844 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1010 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seán

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel , central and near to many great restaurants
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay - luxury property in a perfect location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel right in the centre of Malaga old town, had a great stay...
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very comfortable hotel and friendly staff. Will definitely recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5* service and Hotel was fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jiansheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful boutique hotel right in the middle of old town. A few minutes away from most of the major attractions. The restaurant in the hotel is amazing, definitely will come back next time we are in Malaga
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and a beautiful hotel. Close to all amenities and sights.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and I highly recommend the tower room with its own terrace.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in an excellent location. Top visitor sites and dining options within minutes walk. Exceptional attentive staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and a lovely stay. great location and easy to walk around the old town. Highly recommend
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kawa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, nice,clean, tidy, vary good service,nice location but its breakfast is expensive €32 per person per day specially there are a lot of compilation
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a super hotel right in the heart of Malaga. The hotel is beautiful, and as a restored palace has a great feeling. Rooms are large and well-appointed. The location is right in the heart of Malaga, and the all the sites within a 5 minute walk. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danté

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was in a prime location with walking distance to many main attractions in the city. The hotel was kept in top tier shape. The staff ensured all of our needs were filled and there was never a time where we were disappointed with the hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay. Money well spent, great value
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From arrival to departure the experience was superlative. Great room, great location and wonderful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location for the old town and centre of Malaga. Rooms are a really good size. Breakfast is top quality. Staff are all really helpful and attentive. I would definitely stay here again on my next trip to Malaga.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property should be a 5 star property. Their service, attention to detail, concierge help, plush accommodations - especially for an historic older property (they have maintained it very well) - exceeded expectations. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MRS NICOLA H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful hotel in a great location. A perfect place to stay for some quiet luxury while exploring Malaga. Our room was lovely - spotlessly clean, spacious, comfortable and conveniently close to the rooftop pool and bar when we wanted to relax. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We had a wonderful stay and will definitely be back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, beautiful rooms and great staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bush

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ziyad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My only comment is the shower drain was very slow to drain but otherwise excellent hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They valet parked my car for free. The area was amazing. Super friendly staff. Very nice rooms and hotel in general.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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