Villas in Málaga

If you are looking at villas in Málaga, the first thing you should know is that the offer is limited but select: barely five accommodations of this type compared to the more than four hundred apartments and hotels in the province. That means that if you decide on a villa, you should book in advance, especially in high season. Prices start at 305 euros per night and the average is 732, so it is not exactly a cheap option, but it is usually worth it if you travel in a group or as a family, because the cost per person drops considerably compared to two or three hotel rooms.

As for the areas, most of the villas are concentrated inland and on the western coast, not so much in the capital. La Axarquía, to the east, and the Valle del Guadalhorce, to the west, are the most common areas for this type of accommodation. If you are looking for peace and nature, a villa in these valleys will suit you well: you are twenty or thirty minutes from the beach, but you sleep without noise and with a private pool. On the other hand, if what you want is to have the sea right at your doorstep, look at the ones in Mijas, Benahavís or Estepona, although there the price goes up. Each villa has its own personality: some are renovated country houses with stone walls and exposed beams, such as Casa Castillo Malaga by Ruralidays; others are more modern and bright, such as Villa La bicicleta azul, which stands out for its casual decor. There are also classic and family-friendly ones, like Villa Las Tres J, or larger ones oriented toward celebrations, such as Villa Lagar Martinez Malaga by Ruralidays. Before booking, take a good look at the description: not all of them have air conditioning in every bedroom, some require minimum stays of one week in July and August, and others do not allow pets or celebrations.

The price varies a lot depending on the season. If you can, avoid July and August, when demand sends rates soaring and many villas are only rented by full weeks. May, June, September and October are the best months: the weather is still good, the pools can be used and prices drop between twenty and thirty percent. To get there, the most practical thing is to fly to Málaga-Costa del Sol and rent a car at the airport. The villas are usually in residential developments or rural roads, so a car is essential to get around, do the shopping and visit the towns. Public transport does not reach most of these houses, so do not count on it. Before confirming, also check the cancellation policy, the amount of the security deposit and whether the price includes final cleaning or water and electricity consumption, because in some villas this is charged separately and can mean a considerable extra.