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Situated at the banks of the Elands River in the foothills of the Drakensberg, Malaga Hotel is located near Waterval Boven and features an outdoor pool, spa and conference facilities. Offering a balcony with garden views, the air-conditioned rooms come equipped with satellite TV, tea-and-coffee making facilities and en-suite bathroom with shower over bath. The more spacious suites have a separate seating area. The restaurant offers menus featuring delicious country fare and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Room service is also available. Guests can enjoy a drink at the bar or lounge area with its fireplace or relax by the swimming pool, surrounded by a lush garden. Malaga Hotel has a 24-hour front desk, a terrace and a children's playground. There are walking and hiking trails on the grounds and in the surrounding area. Nelspruit is 70 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
7.7
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.2
Location
8.4
Free WiFi
6.6
High score for Panorama
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Natasha
    South Africa South Africa
    We have been going to Malaga Hotel as a couple for 24 years, it was always run down, but the food and staff were great. To our surprise the hotel has changed owners and wow the new owner is really making a huge difference. The room we stayed in...
  • Pieter
    South Africa South Africa
    Rooms were spacious and comfortable. Had dinner at Malaga twice and the food was excellent both times.
  • Magavha
    South Africa South Africa
    The service was excellent and rooms were super clean. The buffet is a value for money, keep it up!

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Esmeraldo's Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Romantic

Facilities of Malaga Hotel

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Hiking
  • Children's playground
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
  • Spa and wellness centre
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Malaga Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 22:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash Malaga Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Padel Courts Now OPEN at Malaga Hotel

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Malaga Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

FAQs about Malaga Hotel

  • Guests staying at Malaga Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Buffet
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go

  • Yes, Malaga Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at Malaga Hotel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Malaga Hotel is 4.3 miles from the centre of Panorama. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Malaga Hotel include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Family
    • Suite

  • Malaga Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Fishing
    • Swimming Pool

  • Malaga Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Esmeraldo's Restaurant

  • The prices at Malaga Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.