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The Lights Hostel, Malaga, Andalucia

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About the Hotel

Torregorda, 3, Malaga
- Close to the Port of Malaga
Great
8.5
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Guests love staying at The Lights Hostel

free sangriarooftop terracegood breakfastgood kitchenclean rooms
"Typical backpacker hostel, with a social atmosphere on the rooftop during the evenings."
NLAnna from Netherlandsread full review

Hostel in Málaga City Centre with a rooftop terrace and free sangria evenings

Amenities & Services

The Lights Hostel operates a 24-hour front desk and offers luggage storage, lockers, and safety deposit boxes for guest belongings. A shared kitchen, a shared lounge/TV area, and a rooftop terrace with sun loungers and BBQ facilities are available. The property includes a lift, facilities for disabled guests, and a minimarket on site, plus vending machines for snacks and drinks.

Rooms & Dormitories

All rooms are air-conditioned and include bed linen, with most offering a balcony overlooking the city. Each bed has a privacy curtain, a reading light, and a socket, plus an individual locker for valuables. Single-sex shared shower rooms and toilets are located on each floor, and free towels are provided.

Location & Transport

The hostel sits 300 metres from Calle Larios and 400 metres from both Malaga Cathedral and the Carmen Thyssen Museum. Malaga Airport is 8 km away via train, with the nearest station (Malaga Centro Alameda) 600 metres from the door. The beach at Playa Malagueta is 1 km away, reachable in a 20-minute walk through the park.

Dining & Social Events

A daily breakfast buffet is offered for 3 €, and a set dinner is available for 5 € on the rooftop terrace. Free sangria is served every evening, and the hostel runs a paid pub crawl and free walking tours several times a week. Guests can also join movie nights, beach volleyball sessions, and happy hour events organised via a WhatsApp group.

Entertainment & Activities

Evening entertainment includes quiz nights, pub crawls, and movie nights, while daytime activities feature walking tours and beach volleyball. Board games and puzzles are available in the common areas, and the hostel also offers bicycle rental for exploring the city. A luggage storage service and daily housekeeping are included in the stay.

Highlights

Location: 300 m from Calle Larios, 400 m from Malaga Cathedral

Rooms: Air-conditioned dorms with balcony, curtain, locker, and reading light

Dining: Breakfast 3 €, dinner 5 €, free sangria nightly

Activities: Pub crawl, free walking tour, beach volleyball, movie nights

Services: 24-hour reception, luggage storage, laundry, minimarket

Safety: CCTV, smoke alarms, key card access, safety deposit boxes

Must-do experiences

  • Savor espetos at the beachside chiringuitos in Pedregalejo.
  • Visit the colorful Atarazanas Market for local foods and crafts.
  • Explore the Alcazaba fortress for stunning views and history.
  • Check out the Museo Carmen Thyssen for outstanding art exhibits.
  • Stroll through the charming streets of Soho for street art and cafes.

Select your room type

The Lights Hostel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

  • Bed 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

    Bed 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

    2 persons 100 sq. feet 1 Bunk bed
    Air conditioningBalcony
  • Bed 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

    Bed 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

    2 persons 175 sq. feet 1 Single bed
    Air conditioningBalcony
  • Bed 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

    Bed 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

    2 persons 175 sq. feet 1 Single bed
    Air conditioningBalcony
  • Bed 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

    Bed 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

    2 persons 270 sq. feet 1 Single bed
    Air conditioningBalcony
  • Bed 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

    Bed 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

    2 persons 370 sq. feet 1 Single bed
    Air conditioningBalcony

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Facilities

The Lights Hostel offers amenities for an unforgettable stay in Andalucia

Facilities: Great8.4/10 Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Guest Parking

  • Shared kitchen

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Happy hour

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Room decor

  • Curtains

The Lights Hostel: Location in Andalucia

Torregorda, 3, Malaga, Spain
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Explore Malaga

Explore the Local Scene

Alcazaba
6 minutes' walk

A historic Moorish fortress with stunning architecture and panoramic views of Malaga's coastline.

Malaga Cathedral
6 minutes' walk

Known as 'La Manquita', this Renaissance cathedral features impressive interiors and beautiful chapels.

Picasso Museum

7 minutes' walk

Celebrating Malaga's native son, the museum showcases a diverse collection of Picasso's works with rotating exhibits.

Mercado Central de Atarazanas
7 minutes' walk

A vibrant market bursting with local produce, seafood, and culinary delights, perfect for sampling Spanish flavors.

Getting around Andalucia

City Centre
Malaga 6 min· 1700 ft
Airports
Malaga (AGP) 18 min· 7.2 mi
Federico Garcia Lorca Granada-Jaen (GRX) 162 min· 66.8 mi
Train
Malaga Maria Zambrano 12 min· 3300 ft
Underground
El Perchel 12 min· 3300 ft
La Isla 18 min· 5000 ft
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Property information and rules

Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Spanish, Italian
Number of rooms:
20
Former name
Lights Out Hostel

Reviews and Ratings

Opiniones sobre The Lights Hostel de huéspedes que ya se alojaron allí, contando cómo fue su experiencia.

Review score
Based on 1033 verified reviews
8.2/10
Great
86%Recommend
Cleanliness
8.5/10
Comfort
8.3/10
Facilities
8.4/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.0/10
Location
9.5/10
Staff
9.1/10
Value for money
8.5/10
Pros
Central location Helpful staff Clean rooms Rooftop terrace
Cons
Noisy beds Uncomfortable beds
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