I couldn't have picked a better spot to stay in Malaga!
This apartment is located right on the edge (across the square) from the historic district, while not being right in the insanity of the tiny, noisy streets.
Easy access by taxi (they can drop you off around the square) and there's a taxi stand across the square for the return trip to the airport)
Easy access to the beach (although Malaga beach is underwhelming). If you want a better beach and beach town vibe, take the 45mins bus to Marbella, you'll be happy you did.
The windows over the square really make the place. You can participate in the vibe and life of the city before you even exit the building, with your morning coffee or evening glass of vino. The views of the Cathedral and the Alcazaba are amazing.
It's definitely noisy late into the night, if you're a light sleeper as I am, it could be an issue. I used earplugs and a white noise machine youtube video, and that did the trick. If you want a great location, noise is to be expected.
Only negative, really, is the ceiling over the shower needs renovation, hopefully they take care of that.
Overall, this really was the perfect apartment for my visit, it checks the boxes: Location, View, Engagement, Comfort, Access.