I can highly recommend Alvaro's apartment to all those looking to visit Spain. We've been many time before and never stayed near Malaga, now we are wondering why! It is a fantastic city with so much to see and do. We loved how this apartment was outside the city though on a fairly quiet beach. Perfect if you have kids as there are playgrounds everywhere, and the evening strolls up and down the promenade were wonderful. With a toddler, we never managed to walk into Malaga town but it was only €6 in a taxi. The apartment is on the third floor so we were nervous about the little one going near windows and the balcony, beat that in mind. Every appliance you could possibly need is in the apartment, including and washing machine and dryer, perfect when you have kids with you. Will be going again!