Picasso's Corner Hostel is one of the best hostels we've seen for a while with a great vibe, despite still having a bit of construction work done at the time of writing. With a little more time to iron out some wrinkles it should be even better.
Picasso's is nicely located close to Malaga's La Plaza de la Merced, where the locals like to hang out with their own drinks until the early hours of the morning. You can get a bus on the 'circle' route (C1) from the main bus and rail station to near the Plaza. Most of the nightlife is a short walk or stumble away, although certain people have been known to pass out on the way home.
The beach is also around ten to fifteen minutes away once you've found the shortcut, although it might take you longer to find a free spot to sit or swim. A nicer beach is a short bus trip away, and the reception staff will be more than happy to help you find it. A supermarket and most of the main sights of Malaga (Picasso's museum, Cathedral, Alcazar) are within a short walk.
There is free internet (if you can wait long enough), free though fairly limited breakfast, and a free drink upon arrival. Facilities are clean and include a fairly well-equipped kitchen, a roof terrace, a lounge and bar area, and the nicest hostel bathrooms ever, with the best showers (described by one guest as “like showering in the future”). Dorm rooms are available with four or six beds, with free safes to store your valuables.
Most nights the staff cooks a meal such as paella, which is reasonable value with a drink included. While they sell drinks at the bar for a reasonable price, you are still welcome to bring your own. While you can get cheaper accommodation in Malaga, the extra expense at Picasso's corner is worth it for the convenience of location, free breakfast, and kitchen.
One of the best aspects of Picasso's corner is their flexibility when over-booked. They are quite happy to have people sleep on couches once rooms are full, or otherwise refer overflow guests to a nearby pension. This is great as it takes the pressure off booking well in advance, and even when there is no online availability it can be worthwhile calling or emailing the reception.
The best aspect of Picasso's corner however has to be its relaxed and friendly attitude, produced by its reasonable size and great staff. It's easy to get to love this place and many stay longer than they originally intended. Lets hope this hostel maintains its friendliness after it has been running for a while.
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September 2006
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