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Rafaela Guest House

2.5 star property
Travelers soak in panoramic views from the rooftop terrace of this historic property, then hop on rental bikes to explore the vibrant streets of Calle Larios

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Rafaela Guest House sits just steps from Calle Larios and Málaga Cathedral. Guests relax on the rooftop terrace enjoying scenic views or browse the house library for a good read. The property provides in-room WiFi and bike rentals, making it easy to explore the surrounding area.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

View all photos for Basic Single Room, Shared Bathroom (B)

A small, neatly arranged bedroom with a single bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, a chair, and a hanging light fixture.

Basic Single Room, Shared Bathroom (B)

  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Suite, Private Bathroom

A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Basic Suite, Private Bathroom

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Murphy Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a lamp.

Basic Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

A room with two single beds, a ceiling fan, a small table, and a wall-mounted shelf.

Basic Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a bench, a window, and a small plant.

Standard Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Loft

A compact living space with a sofa, a bed, a TV, and a kitchen area in the background.

Loft

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

La Trinidad, a neighborhood in Málaga, is home to Rafaela Guest House. Málaga Cathedral and Alcazaba of Málaga are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Malaga and Benalmadena Marina. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Estadio La Rosaleda or Cortijo de Torres Municipal Auditorium. Visit our Málaga travel guide
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Rafaela 35, Málaga, Malaga, 29009

What's nearby

  • A narrow street flanked by ornate buildings with balconies and a prominent church in the background.
    University of Malaga
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A cruise ship docked at a port with a large sailboat nearby, a Ferris wheel in the background, and a modern white structure with a curved roof.
    Soho
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A decorated street with arches and lights.
    Calle Larios
    17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • A grand cathedral interior with high vaulted ceilings, ornate columns, and stained glass windows.
    Málaga Cathedral
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • A waterfront promenade with a modern white canopy structure, palm trees, and a cruise ship docked on the right.
    Port of Malaga
    7 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Málaga María Zambrano Station
    8 min drive
  • Guadalmedina Station
    15 min walk
  • Malaga Airport (AGP)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • El Añejo Taberna
    6 min walk
  • Restaurante Maldonado 21
    7 min walk
  • Pelayo 23
    3 min walk
  • Bar Cafetería Mayjo
    8 min walk
  • Taberna Los Barrigones
    6 min walk

About this property

Rafaela Guest House

  • Guesthouse near Calle Larios
  • Close to Málaga Cathedral and Port of Malaga, Rafaela Guest House provides a rooftop terrace, a library, and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Bike rentals, barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Rafaela Guest House offer thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and separate dining areas.
  • More amenities include:
    • Heating and fans
    • Rainfall showers and hair dryers
    • Furnished balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Griddle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Rice cooker
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 17 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • Air conditioning fee: EUR 2 per day

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 only accepts cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Property Registration Number VFT/MA/03833

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Rafaela Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Rafaela Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Rafaela Guest House?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Rafaela Guest House located?

Located in La Trinidad, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of Malaga, Calle Larios, and Málaga Cathedral. Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km). Guadalmedina Station is 15 minutes by foot and El Perchel Station is 21 minutes.

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Reviews

Rafaela Guest House Reviews

7.4

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

7.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 14 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place to stay.

Good communication, straight forward instructions to gain entry and spotlessly clean. I got the impression the owners cared about their visitors. Little extra touches like the helpful noticeboard and the cake left for anyone to eat were much appreciated . I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

SETH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great affordable place to stay. shared kitchen/ bathrooms in good condition. NOT recommended for drivers, parking is challenging!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hosts were very accommodating! I thought we booked a room with our own bathroom but we had to share. Not a huge issue just a little misleading. But the hosts were great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

AWFUL service-do NOT stay! cannot use toilet

AWFUL service-do NOT stay! cannot use toilet AWFUL owner, asked to leave while I was in the toilet in the morning. I got a delayed flight so unfortunately got there late so did not realise checkout was 11am (there was NO sign in the motel of the checkout time! Not 11am, not 12pm). He was waiting outside the toilet to follow me into the room to pack-up immediately. Also, hallway was noisy late night and people talking loudly at 4am with echoes. Couple having sex next door-can hear loudly (they think they are the only ones in the motel!). Couples please get somewhere more PRIVATE - other guests can hear you! Cannot sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Analinda

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Mi experiencia con el personal de Rafael Guest House fue deplorable. Ya había pagado una reserva de una noche. Después de que Jorge Barsi me mencionara que necesitaba registrarme, pero no me proporcionó un enlace, recibí un mensaje indicando que mi reserva sería cancelada sin reembolso. Respondí de inmediato, confirmando mi deseo de mantener la reserva y solicitando un enlace de registro. También me disculpé por cualquier confusión inicial. Posteriormente, recibí una respuesta acusatoria, indicando que el problema era culpa mía por ignorar su mensaje. Ignoré el comentario brusco y pregunté si mi habitación seguía reservada para aclararlo, pero no recibí una respuesta directa. En cambio, recibí un mensaje automático con los detalles de la habitación. Además, durante el registro, el personal no estaba presente. El servicio brindado fue insuficiente al abordar el problema menor anterior. Al parecer, podrían carecer de la experiencia adecuada en atención al cliente y estresarse fácilmente, lo que podrían usar como justificación para tratar mal a los huéspedes. Observé un trozo de yeso que se había desprendido cerca de la caja de conexiones, dejando el cableado expuesto. Documenté el problema con fotografías y un video como prueba.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Mejor buscate otro lugar

La persona que gestiona este alojamiento es desagradable, arrogante y no posee las habilidades sociales de trato con el cliente que debería tener alguien que trabaja con personas. Se pueden conseguir alojamientos mejores por precio similar, más cerca del centro y sin tener que interacturar ni dar de comer a alguien así.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A very well maintained residence

I was very impressed by how nice the place was. The kitchen, common baths and living area/salon were all very nice. The place also had three pleasant outdoor seating areas for guests to enjoy. The kitchen was very well equipped. The residence is made up of five private rooms, with guests sharing the common areas. Four of the rooms shared two bathrooms, so at least one bathroom was always available to use. My room, the furthest from the street, faced a quiet internal courtyard. The room also had a steel rolldown window blind that kept out possible noise. I had a good sleep each night. The residence is some distance from the tourist sites. However the neighborhood was very pleasant, with restaurants within easy walking distance. There's also a large grocery a few blocks away. It was nice to actually stay in a local neighborhood, away from the hoards of tourists.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

min

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
レセプションのオープン時間が12:00〜15:00は短すぎると思いました。勝手が分からない外国人には不安でたまりませんでした。 他に泊まっていたゲストさんに色々と教えてもらい、利用方法が分かりました。 キッチンとリビングはとても広いわけではないけど良かったと思います。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Imødekommende, når jeg havde lejlighed til kontakt.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Úrsula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

José Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bjoern Olaf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2018