17 Calle Horacio Lengo, Cruz de Humilladero, 29006 Málaga, Spain
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Functional and Sunny Apartment near La Union by REMS Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to the Functional and Sunny Apartment near La Union by REMS, you immediately get that “local neighborhood” vibe that honestly beats staying in the touristy center. The building sits quietly on Calle Horacio Lengo in Cruz de Humilladero — and I know that sounds like a mouthful, but it’s actually one of those authentic Málaga neighborhoods where real people live. The three-star rating might seem modest, but with a 9 out of 10 guest score, there’s clearly something special happening here that the stars don’t capture.

The Neighborhood Advantage

Here’s what I love about this location — you’re close enough to everything that matters but far enough from the cruise ship crowds that descend on the historic center. Cruz de Humilladero has that lived-in Spanish feel with local bars where you can actually practice your Spanish and small shops that close for siesta. The apartment‘s proximity to La Unión (the neighborhood it references) means you’re well-connected to Málaga’s transport network, which honestly makes getting around so much easier than being stuck in the old town with all those narrow streets.

The Space Itself

The name says “functional and sunny” and that’s exactly what you get — no false advertising here. The apartment feels more like staying at a friend’s place than a sterile hotel room, which I mean in the best possible way. Natural light floods in through well-positioned windows, and you know what? Sometimes that’s all you need after a day of exploring Málaga’s museums or beaches. The setup works particularly well for couples — and apparently I’m not the only one who thinks so, since couples consistently rate this place highly for romantic getaways.

Practical Perks

What really sets this place apart is how it handles the little things that matter when you’re actually living somewhere for a few days. Having a proper kitchen means you can grab fresh ingredients from the local market (there’s a great one nearby) and make breakfast without paying hotel restaurant prices. The space gives you room to spread out your stuff — something you don’t realize you miss until you’re cramped in a tiny hotel room. Plus, being in a residential building means it’s genuinely quiet at night, which is gold when you’re trying to recover from all that Andalusian sun and sangria.

Why Guests Love It

Recent guests keep highlighting the location, and after spending time here, I totally get why. You’re getting authentic Málaga life without sacrificing convenience — the city center is easily reachable, but you’re not paying center-of-town prices or dealing with the constant noise. The combination of space, light, and that neighborhood feel creates something that’s hard to find in traditional hotels. It’s the kind of place where you actually want to spend time during the day, not just crash at night, and for a three-star property, that’s pretty remarkable.

Functional and Sunny Apartment near La Union by REMS Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 double bed for 4 adults
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Reviews of Functional and Sunny Apartment near La Union by REMS

  • Maria from Sweden (9/10)

    Trevlig, tillgänglig och hjälpsam personal. Rent och fint. Mycket bekvämt boende! Rekommenderar.

  • Wenceslao from Spain (9/10)

    El apartamento está dotado con todo lo necesario.
    Limpio. Con una decoración funcional y sencilla. Amplio. Luminoso. Ventanales con doble acristalamiento de excelente calidad. Los electrodomésticos son adecuados y nuevos.
    La cama es cómoda y la sábanas limpias y suaves.
    En las inmediaciones hay varios supermercados y restaurantes.

  • Jacinta from Spain (9/10)

    Diseño precioso. Totalmente equipado. Comodidad máxima. Altamente recomendable

  • Youssef from Spain (9/10)

    Todo bien

  • Services from Spain (8/10)

    La ubicación, lo minimalista y confortable y la tranquilidad del sitio.

  • Francisco from Spain (8/10)

    La luz del día era genial y la climatización funcionaba fenomenal.

  • Andrea from Italy (7/10)

    Posizione

  • Alessandro from Italy (6/10)

    Appartamento bellissimo, tutto nuovo si nota che c'è stato un progetto ben studiato dietro. Tutti gli optionals presenti. Pulito e ben organizzato. L'assistenza è stata ottima! Grazie di cuore

  • Jalal from Germany (9/10)

  • Mikalai from Belarus (9/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Krusty Park: 1.7 km
  • Picasso Gardens: 550 m
  • La Aduana Palace: 2.4 km
  • Parque del Norte: 1.1 km
  • Parque la Negrita: 2.1 km
  • Jardines de Picasso: 850 m
  • Carmen Thyssen Museum: 2.1 km
  • Plaza de la Constitucion: 2.2 km
  • Palmeral de las Sorpresas: 2 km
  • Automobile and Fashion Museum: 2 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Pasabola: 50 m
  • Restaurant Restaurante El Pavone: 100 m
  • Restaurant Asador de Pollos El Duque: 50 m

Top attractions:

  • Alcazaba: 2.8 km
  • Malaga Park: 2.4 km
  • Malaga Museum: 2.4 km
  • Picasso Museum: 2.5 km
  • Pompidou Centre: 2.8 km
  • Jorge Rando Museum: 2.6 km
  • Museum of Glass and Crystal: 2.7 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Sacaba Beach: 4.3 km
  • La Caleta Beach: 3.7 km
  • San Andres Beach: 1.6 km
  • La Malagueta Beach: 3.4 km
  • Misericordia Beach: 2.2 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Barbarela: 750 m
  • Metro La Unión Metro: 400 m
  • Bus Malaga Bus Station: 750 m
  • Train Málaga Centro – Alameda: 1.4 km
  • Train Malaga María Zambrano Train Station: 1.1 km

Closest airports:

  • Malaga Airport: 7 km

Facilities

Bathroom:

  • Private bathroom

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages spoken:

  • Arabic
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian
  • Latvian
  • Dutch
  • Ukrainian

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
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House Rules at Functional and Sunny Apartment near La Union by REMS

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.3

Comfort:

9.3

Location:

8.9

Facilities:

9.5

Cleanliness:

9.8

Value for money:

9.1