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Reviews of The boathouse

6 Avenida Juan Sebastián Elcano, 29017 Málaga, Spain

#13 of 166 B&Bs and Inns in Málaga

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 83 hotel reviews

9.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free WiFi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    10
    Fabulous stay with a great host
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Two Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic location in a lovely marina. The Boathouse is a great place to stay. Alain was an exceptional host and was very entertaining. We will certainly return to see Alain again.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    10
    Awesome!! I will come again. Very friendly. Very clean bedrooms. Very accommodating host. 10 :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing.

    Everything was perfect!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Two Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That the boarding plank when windy didn't reach the jetty so had to stride out onto it to board the yacht my daughter didn't think this a problem but being of a certain age was a little worrying. Though I did get used to it.

    Excellent location...having the chance to stay on the luxury of a yacht at an affordable price. Lovely staff Fernand couldn't help us enough.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 December 2023

    10
    Unique
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That it came to an end...

    Everything. Especially Alain the host made it a superb and relaxing break.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

    8.0
    A very different and special accommodation experience ! We will return !
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    Fantastic host, Great location, Good facilitates, Relaxed (feels like home and your own personal yacht), Lovely tapas & refreshments supplied onboard if you request them for a little extra monies.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely welcoming owner, an incredible boat with all facilities you could look for, located in the beautiful and quiet marina of a quite touristic city. We loved our room, the bath, the deck of the boat, and especially the outstanding diner made by the owner. We had an unforgettable stay, thanks a lot again!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Confusion over the use of the AirCon and the suggestion that I had "played" with the controls to contribute to it not working. It meant we only had it working for 1 night of 3. The other 2 nights

    The location was perfect.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a bit warm overnight given the hot weather experienced in October.

    What a treat to stay on a yacht in a lovely marina. Very near a great beach for swimming.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2023

    10
    Boat life is something extremely different to a regular hotel stay. The host is a real gentleman and has a lot of friend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Alan is an amazing host and the ship is absolutely stunning

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2023

    8.0
    Great locations and facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Forgot to turn on the air conditioning sweltering

    Nice and relaxed very polite Captain

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location at the marina and close to the airport. Alain was very helpful before and during our stay. The peaceful setting.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2023

    10
    A boat house to remember 😉
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The owner is bit funny kind and humble.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2023

    10
    san miguel and women
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Two Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    location is nice, the boat is really nice a real cozy place with a lot of comforts and the host is the number one.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2023

    9.0
    Pleasant and Unique experience
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Two Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The receiving area, saloon and kitchen just need a bit of sorting out things that clatter and more cleaning!

    The concept itself. Sleeping in a boat is nice. The host is accommodating and helpful. The room is a bit small but comfortable and with good amenities! The location is good and free parking nearby. The lounging area on the deck is nice and sun lazing spot offers beautiful view of the marina.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Two Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If you don't have a car, the location of the boat is quite far away from the nearest bus station. Also the city is really touristic and beaches were very crowded (in the summer).

    Open and friendly place to stay. You can use the whole boat, kitchen, roof... Alain was really helpful. He gave us lots of recommendations on where to go, what should we visit.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2023

    10
    Luxurious romantic stay with stunning views
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    For people who feel claustrophobic, maybe request to book a larger bedroom and be aware that this is a boathouse with spiral stairs going down. Another thing is the heat..but hey, we went in August, so u adapt..eventually🤣

    This is a perfect destination for couples and single ladies 😉 great community and charming host. Every evening you get to spend with friendly neighbours,have a glass of wine and share adventurous experiences with guests from all over the world. As this was our first time staying on a boat, we had a chance to experience 3 days of rich and borred ,with stunning view to the Benalmadena Marina.The facilities are true to the photos. We have learned so much about sailing and life on a boat which made us really want to consider living on one of these in the future. Boat has the best views to front and back and enough space to share with others, besides our host ,Alain was nearly invisible, which gave us privacy and enough romantic moments. 😂 sorry for drinking all the wine.we will have to bring more next time. I am sharing this amazing luxurious boathouse with all my girlfriends and family and definitely going back.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Incredible experience... you rarely get the chance to stay on a yacht. It is located in an excellent area accessible to everything... with space to park, the captain, very friendly. I will definitely be back

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Two Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Thank you, Alan for everything! We enjoyed our staying at the boat!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2023

    10
    Never felt so chilled in a long time. Alain is great
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Two Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything, so friendly, amazing experience, really helpful. Very chilled

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2023

    9.0
    Fantastic experience that made our holiday very special.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Slightly cramped but this was expected as it’s a boat! The room I was in would be difficult to use for a person with restricted movement.

    Amazing and unique stay made the holiday special. Also very close to the marina shops and restaurants. I would recommend this for all wanting something different. Also the boat owner was very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2023

    9.0
    Lovely way to spend our final night in Andalucia
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Great experience staying on a boat, super friendly host, really chilled atmosphere

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2023

    10
    Incredible few days with amazing people.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    To leave at the end of our stay ;) We loved everything!!!!!

    Everything! The host is the most amazing and kind man. The boat is big and such a perfect place to stay and take a break. 4 days had the effect of 10 days of holiday.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2023

    10
    Gently rock yourself to sleep.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Two Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A large private room, large comfy bed, plus private bath. Phenomenal rain shower with a view of the ocean outside. Hard to beat! Alain, the owner, is extremely helpful and fun loving. Speaks multiple languages and is truly welcoming. We rearranged our trip so that we could stay an extra night!

    Stayed in June 2023

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