Sol Guadalmar

This one comes under the tried and trusted Melia brand, and offers lots of advantages for families with children: swimming pools (including children’s and indoor heated), gardens, family rooms with extras for kids and a mini-club (supplement payable) in summer. Plus some of Malaga’s quietest beaches are on the doorstep. Free parking but your best bet to get into town is on bus No5 or park in nearby Plaza Mayor (free) and get the Cercanías train into the centre.