I'm semi-joking when I say this but El Velero's menu looks and weighs as much as a Cheesecake…read moreFactory menu. That might have been the first sign of a tourist trap? Regardless, we had mixed review dinner here. Several of us made the unfortunate mistake of ordering pasta. Nothing special, just shrimp pasta so one would assume it'd be hard to mess up. It was super dry and lacking both sauce and flavor. A splash of fresh lemon helped make it palatable but it was very disappointing. Others really enjoyed the super fresh fried seafood. The pork cheek was tender - it didn't look appetizing at first swimming in brown gravy but the flavor was quite good. Beware of the bathrooms - I'd suggest going in pairs as women for safety/peace of mind. You go down a set of stairs and the door swings into complete darkness. Not ideal if you're walking into this for the first time. The light is motion sensor but at night, it can be too dark and jarring.

Somewhat touristy restaurant right on the beach, the restaurant has been operating for 53 years…read more  Staff were friendly, speak many languages (including English) and seem to be a really happy bunch of people. The food was excellent, we were rather wary as all the dishes on the menu, were accompanied by photographs!  However I would highly recommend the marianated bocorones,  gambas pil pil and swordfish. A nice touch is that they serve paella for just 1 person rather than having to order for min 2 pax as usual. Portion size is generous and quality of produce is excellent.  Probably not the cheapest restaurant in town but good value nonetheless. Cost around €36 pp all in. I would definitely visit again next time.

This place is beautiful! We did not stay in the hotel, so I cannot comment on that. However, we did…read morehave a fantastic winery tour and tasting. The guide was extremely informative - he spoke of the vineyard, the history, the grape varietals, the climate, and the winemaking process. In the end we tasted 3 wines. It was a wonderful experience. There is also an outstanding restaurant with breathtaking views of the Sierra Nevada mountains. The restaurant is upscale and the food is impressive. The menu is one page with starters, and main fish and meat dishes. We tried a couple of starters and a fish and meat main. Everything was spectacular - well presented and flavorful. To me, there is nothing better than a fine restaurant attached to a good winery and as it appears a great hotel as well!

Take a half-day trip out of Granada to this local, engaging winery. Our tour guide (who also spoke…read moreEnglish) was informed and engaging. The tasting of three wines (white, ecológico, and tempranillo) with meats/cheeses afterward was perfect.

This is my most favorite tour of our entire vacation in Spain!! Violettti is the most…read moreknowledgeable, friendly, professional, and all around great representative for the small boutique olive oil industry. She picks you up,takes you to a wonderful picturesque village.....takes you on a tour which covers grown trees loaded with olives, then a museum and explains the history of olive oil in Spain. Then we had a tasting of 5 oils, 5 different wines, and bread, cheese, and hams all from the nearby villages. If you are going to Granada do this tour......my second most favorite thing was visiting the Alhambra.

Don't hesitate...just book it now!!! What a fabulous tour…read morefilled with yummy olive oil tastings(wine pairings) and lots of information. You won't be disappointed. Our group included people (younger) from all parts of the globe (small group ..which I like best) and lots of laughter and a fabulous guide. Just do it! It's worth every moment!

Really good brunch comes with the room. Unfortunately we were booked in a room that faced inland…read moreinstead of toward the beach, so be sure to ask for a room facing the water. Beds were comfortable and the place was really clean and welcoming. Not much parking, about 8 spaces in the lot and they're always taken, but plenty of street parking across the main drag in the 'hood. Malaga is a beautiful destination and is within striking distance for a day trip to the Alhambra in Grenada, or to Sevilla, or Tarifa going the other way.

We really enjoyed our stay here. I came across Picasso suites thanks to my reward points, and I'm…read moreso glad I found it! Happy discovery. Location-wise, it was awesome. Close to shopping, the mercado, and not too long of a walk to the beach. Also close to many wonderful restaurants, some of which are touristy (ok, probably many more than some), but many of which aren't either. We were very comfortable and were happy to have a little kitchenette, and be able to do our laundry. The host, Luchi, was very gracious and very helpful (my bag was lost thanks to Vueling airlines). She helped call to figure out how to get it back since we were not able to do that. Would definitely stay there again.

Awsome! Love this fun place. 6days here yahoo! With kitchen and laundry and awsome! patio. Yay!…read moreLove! Love! Love!

I loved everything about this B&B…read more First we saw the building and was blown away. The Spanish architecture is stunning! The you see the views and i was blown away. Breakfast was so yummy. we accidentally ordered more than we would normally eat by not specifying quantity but we at it all. Then you have a beautiful walk into Frigiliana which is about 20 minutes by foot. You can walk to the beach as well. We didn't have a car and walked everywhere. But if you want to drive into the mountains they have a parking space for cars. The rooms are very big and bathroom even bigger. And the most important for me is feather pillows. I can't sleep on bricks like most hotels in Spain. The comfy bed and pillows were such a bonus you don't usually get even in the most expensive rooms. But here the bed and pillows are super comfy. They don't have many guests staying at one time since it's a small hotel. So the pool will never be crowded. In fact i never saw anyone else in the pool. And if you worry about the pandemic, this is the type of place to stay since there aren't crowds of people like a big hotel. You really don't come into close contact with anyone. The owners are terrific! Super friendly. Not only do I want to come back, but I want to live there forever. he he. We really enjoyed our stay. You can get there via bus & taxi. Or you can use a bus direct to the place. Since there was 2 of us I found it just as cheap to take a taxi. So it was pretty easy to get to. Also fast wifi for those who need to work.

Location: We drove in from the Malaga airport to Villa Alicia guest house. Google maps certainly…read morehelped with navigating through the small streets. However, be aware that the GPS doesn't quite detect small turns accurately. Malaga's major attractions are all least about 10-15 min walk away. Parking: right outside the Villa Alicia, there is street parking demarcated by white dotted lines. Parking is free there. Obviously practise your parallel parking. Room: our room was on the top floor. There is no elevator in the building. You will need to climb a few steps on the stairs to reach from street level to reception. Then for us, another 3 flights of stairs to reach our room. The room had an in suite shower and toilet with a hand soap dispenser. Unfortunately for us, the lock on the door was a bit messed up you have yo use a key to open and close the lock. In room amenities: there was a kettle, 2 mugs and spoons, tea bags that did not have an outer packaging, instant nestle coffee, and a mini fridge. Shower: Very strong water pressure with adequate heat. There was no 'running out of hot water' issue that is sometime typical with European guest houses. Air conditioning: you have to pay 3 or 4 EUR (depending on the room) to get a card to activate the air conditioner. If you pay it when you are paying for the room, it can go on the credit card, otherwise, cash only. Breakfast: is not free and it's cash only, but I saw a good selection of simple continental options.

Not only is the hotel breathtaking but the food is special, thoughtful and an incredible value. We…read moreare elsewhere in Salobrena and lunch and dinner we had here were as good as we have had in all of Spain. Innovative and gourmet, yet excellent and affordable. We are there twice with our teenaged boys who loved the food too. Not to be missed as a place to stay with its beautiful Skybar and pool and gourmet breakfast and its fabulous restaurant for lunch and dinner.