Hostal Moscatel

Hostal Moscatel is a budget guesthouse at Calle Conde de las Navas 9 in the Pedregalejo and El Palo area of Málaga, in Andalusia, Spain, on the eastern coast of the city. Pedregalejo and El Palo are former fishing villages that have been absorbed into the city and keep a relaxed seaside character, with a promenade, small beaches and rows of seafood restaurants where the local espeto, sardines grilled on skewers over open fires, is the signature dish. The hostal sits a short distance inland from the beach, away from the busier tourist centre, which gives visitors a more local experience. The historic centre, including the cathedral and the Alcazaba, is about 5 to 7 kilometres to the west and can be reached in roughly twenty to thirty minutes by bus or taxi. Buses along the coast connect the neighbourhood to the centre, and the Málaga Airport lies about 15 kilometres away. A hostal in Spain is a modest guesthouse offering simple rooms and a small reception, and this one follows that model. Rooms are offered as Double, Twin and Triple types with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi, so the property suits couples, friends and small families wanting a quieter base near the sea. No restaurant, pool or spa is listed, but the beach restaurants and chiringuitos of Pedregalejo are within walking distance. Quoted rates run from about €40 to €85 per night, and the guest rating is about 4.1. The hostal can be reached on +34 952 293 218. Service is personal and informal. The location suits visitors who prefer beach and seafood to old-town sightseeing and do not mind the bus ride into the centre. Summer weekends are busy, since locals also flock to the beaches, so early booking is advisable.