EL MANANTIAL, Malaga

The guest house sits in a quiet residential area of Puerto de la Torre, approximately 8 km north-west of Málaga's historic centre. A bus stop on the main road (2-minute walk) provides direct services to the city centre in around 35 minutes. The coast is 8 km away. Several restaurants, a pizzeria, and a bar are within 0.5 km. Driving is recommended for visiting Montes de Málaga Nature Reserve (20 km) and towns like Torremolinos and Benalmádena (20 km). Free parking is available on site.

Each room is generously sized with modern furnishings, a comfortable bed, flat-screen TV, and heating. The private bathroom includes a shower and hairdryer, although some shower cubicles are compact. Noise from the road, padel court, or neighbouring rooms may be audible. Rooms do not have balconies or mini-fridges. Housekeeping is provided, and occasional plumbing odours have been reported. For a quieter stay, request a room away from common areas.

El Manantial's restaurant provides a menu of traditional Mediterranean dishes in a casual setting. It operates daily for lunch and dinner, and the pool bar serves beverages during the day. The restaurant is also used by external visitors, creating a lively atmosphere on weekends. For additional dining options, several restaurants and a pizzeria are within a 5-minute walk.

The main pool is open seasonally (closed in winter) and is not heated. Guests can use the public bath free of charge; sun loungers are available at an extra cost. The property also features a children's playground, kids' club, and padel courts. Sun umbrellas and a terrace are provided. Note that the pool area may be shared with external visitors using the restaurant and club. Barbecue facilities are available in the garden.

The property offers 24-hour security and fire extinguishers. An invoice is provided upon request. There is no lift; rooms are accessed via stairs. No airport shuttle is available. Accepted payment methods include Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and others. Children are welcome, with dedicated play facilities. Check-in can be arranged online or by prior communication outside reception hours. Pets are not permitted.