1Cathedral · Rooftop Pool with Views
The hotel features an outdoor rooftop pool offering views of the city skyline. It provides a distinctive setting for lounging and enjoying the panorama.

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Andalusian rooftops above the Costa del Sol
Málaga's hotel scene has grown up fast — rooftop pools with cathedral views, port-side resorts and warm Andalusian evenings that stretch long into October.
At a glance
Last verified 2026-09-16
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1Cathedral · Rooftop Pool with Views
The hotel features an outdoor rooftop pool offering views of the city skyline. It provides a distinctive setting for lounging and enjoying the panorama.
La Malagueta · Outdoor Main Pool & Spa Hydrotherapy Pool
This hotel offers three pools, including an outdoor rooftop pool with sea views. There is also a separate outdoor garden pool. A third hydrotherapy jet pool is part of the Botanical Spa circuit.
3La Malagueta · Outdoor pool
The hotel features one outdoor pool, which provides a view of the courtyard. It is not heated, so it is best suited for warmer weather. The pool is open to children.
4El Limonar
This hotel features a heated, outdoor, rooftop infinity pool with sea views. It is better suited for lounging and taking in the views rather than for swimming laps, as guests describe it as very small.
5Old Town
This rooftop pool is available during the summer months, providing a refreshing spot from June to September. Its elevated position offers views of the Santiago Church tower, making it a distinctive feature. The pool appears suited more for cooling off and lounging than for serious swimming.
6Soho
This hotel features an outdoor rooftop infinity pool exclusively for guests, offering skyline views. The sophisticated chill-out space provides comfortable sunbeds for lounging. A bar serves drinks and a pool bar menu alongside the pool.
Train Station · Rooftop pool with bar
Perched on the rooftop, this intimate plunge pool offers panoramic skyline views over Málaga. It is an ideal spot for lounging and enjoying the cityscape rather than serious swimming, often described as heavenly by guests. The pool is located next to a bar, providing a chic and laid-back atmosphere.
8Cathedral · Rooftop pool
The Molina Lario features an outdoor rooftop pool available during the summer season. Guests can enjoy city skyline views from the pool and the adjacent solarium. The pool area provides a refreshing dip and sunbathing opportunities.
9Centre
The NH Málaga features two outdoor rooftop pools. The main rooftop pool is situated on the eighth floor, offering sunbeds and deck chairs, and providing views of Málaga's skyline. A smaller splash pool is located on the seventh floor. These pools are available seasonally during the summer.
10Soho · Indoor/Outdoor urban pool
This hotel features both an indoor and an outdoor pool. The indoor pool has been described as large and suitable for relaxation without overcrowding.
By style
The Top 10 in Málaga ranks every pool by overall score. These shortlists narrow it down by what kind of afternoon you want.
Skyline views, sunset DJs, plunge pools above the city.
Cathedral · Rooftop Pool with Views
Old Town
Train Station · Rooftop pool with bar
Low-key crowd, no party soundtrack, real swimming space.
El Limonar
Where the pool works outside high summer.
La Malagueta · Outdoor Main Pool & Spa Hydrotherapy Pool
El Limonar
Soho · Indoor/Outdoor urban pool
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