Casa KiSi Cottage, Rural Boutique Bed & Breakfast

Casa KiSi Cottage, Rural Boutique Bed & Breakfast Overview

First Impressions

Tucked away in the hills above Málaga, Casa KiSi Cottage, Rural Boutique Bed & Breakfast feels like stumbling upon someone’s well-kept secret. The drive up through Colmenar’s winding roads might make you wonder if your GPS has lost its mind, but trust me — when you pull into this four-star retreat, you’ll understand why couples keep rating the location so highly. The property sits on Cerro de Aguila, which literally means Eagle Hill, and honestly, the name fits perfectly.

The Setting

What strikes you first is how quiet everything becomes once you’re here. Colmenar itself is this charming Andalusian town that most tourists skip entirely — their loss, really. The cottage overlooks rolling hills dotted with olive groves, and on clear days, you can actually make out the Mediterranean coastline in the distance. I mean, you’re only about 45 minutes from Málaga’s beaches, but it feels like you’ve traveled to a completely different world. The free parking right on site is a blessing too, especially after navigating those mountain curves.

The Room Experience

The accommodations here strike that perfect balance between rustic charm and modern comfort. Each room has been thoughtfully designed with traditional Andalusian touches — think exposed wooden beams and terracotta tiles — but you’ll find all the amenities you actually need. The beds are surprisingly comfortable (sometimes these boutique places sacrifice comfort for style, but not here), and the bathrooms are spotless. What I really appreciated was how each space feels private and secluded, even though you’re sharing the property with other guests.

Morning Rituals

The breakfast situation here is genuinely impressive for a place this size. They offer both continental and buffet options, and the quality is way above what you’d expect. Fresh local produce, homemade pastries, and coffee that actually tastes like coffee — you know what I mean. The dining area opens onto a terrace where you can eat while watching the morning mist lift off the hills. It’s the kind of breakfast that makes you want to linger over that second cup, especially when there’s no rush to be anywhere.

Why Guests Love It

Look, this isn’t the kind of place where you’ll find a spa or a fancy restaurant — and that’s exactly the point. Casa KiSi works because it delivers on the promise of genuine rural tranquility without feeling isolated or uncomfortable. The hosts clearly know what they’re doing, and the 9.2 rating reflects that attention to detail. Couples seem particularly drawn to the romantic setting (that 9.4 location score from couples makes total sense), but honestly, anyone looking to decompress from city life will find their rhythm here. It’s close enough to Málaga for day trips, but far enough away that you’ll actually want to slow down and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

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Reviews of Casa KiSi Cottage, Rural Boutique Bed & Breakfast

• Carolyn from Germany (10/10)

  We had a very nice week at Casa Kisi, very good breakfast with many different things. The Area is very quiet, the view beautiful from the mountains untill the sea, you could choose between cold swimming pool and hot wirlpool, could stay or leave for daily trips. For those who look for a home to start sightseeing Anadalusia, this is an optimal place to be. Those who want to have fiesta, should rather choose a city…best Paella we have ever eaten, thanks for the recipe, Kirsty and Simon.

• Donchanka from Israel (10/10)

  We liked everything. It was a wonderfull stay!

• John from Australia (10/10)

  Just finished a wonderful 3 night stay at Casa KiSi. From a relaxing hot tub overlooking stunning views as the sun rose for the day, to a cooling swim after a warm day’s touring of either Malaga or the surrounding villages of Andalucia, the property itself well and truly met our expectations in every way. As if a generous breakfast spread to start each day and comfortable rooms with spotless private bathroom facilities were not enough, it was the friendly and generous nature of our hosts that really made our stay. Simon and Kirsty have created a special place that we could not recommend more highly.

• Daria from Canada (10/10)

  The property is just exceptionnel! Everything you would need/want for a relaxing gate-away in rural Spain. It was also well located for daily trips in nearby cities (Malaga, Granada, Nerja, etc). The hosts are kind, welcoming and very helpful. The bed was comfy and the room very cozy. The views from the backyard, the pool and the hot tub are picture perfect! Overall amazing experience. Will be coming back when visiting Andalusia again :))

• Chris from United Kingdom (10/10)

  Beautiful property with amazing views. Loved the location.

• Tracey from Spain (10/10)

  Such a beautiful boutique B&B. On arrival we were warmly greeted by the owners and shown to our room , where we had complimentary bottled drinking water, bath robes and slippers. The evening meal was thoroughly enjoyable and we had a few drinks from the honesty bar which is very well stocked. Breakfast looks like a beautiful map of Europe. There were traditional selections for French, German,Spanish and English all catered for. Our second evening we were delighted with the use of the Hot Tub (at no extra cost) and watched the sunset before devouring a delicious tapa/mezze platter into the evening. What an absolute gem of a place and we can’t wait to return !

• Kristina from Canada (10/10)

  The property is perfectly situated near Torcal and the beaches of Malaga, Marbella and more. We enjoyed our stay. It was very clean, peaceful atmosphere and beautiful facilities. The hosts’ Kristy and Simon are wonderful. We definitely recommend staying here when visiting the area!

• Joanna from Sweden (10/10)

  Casa Kisi is a really amazing place, it has a spectacular view and very stylish decor. It’s a perfect place to rest and to enjoy Andalusia countryside.
  Kirsty and Simon are so lovely and welcoming, they take care about every detail. The breakfast prepared by them was so lovely. The room was large and with a very comfortable bed. I would personally recommend and choose this accommodation again. Thank you very much for a wonderful time and stay.

• Susanne from United Kingdom (10/10)

  The fact it was rural , peaceful, uncrowded , Kirsty & Simon were wonderful host who could not do enough for us both the breakfast & evening meals were 👌 felt like we had known them years within 5 mins of meeting them , the property was typically downing with great outdoor seating with great views , bed was comfy, with nice shower/sink , very clean , you need to visit to see for yourself , the fact that there was a limited number of rooms made us feel we had their undivided attention. From the hot tub the views were ti die for

• Clare from United Kingdom (10/10)

  We chose this location as a relaxing end to our Andalusian tour. It did not disappoint great location, accommodation and welcoming hosts.

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