We have just returned from a 4-night stay in Nikolay’s apartment. Prior to our arrival Nikolay was great in answering all my questions and was waiting for us when we arrived by taxi. It is easy access to the apartment with ramps downstairs (good for large suitcases) and two lifts to reach the apartment on the second floor. Wow - what a lovely apartment, spacious and tastefully decorated. Although there was just the two of us staying it would still be spacious with 4 people as both bedrooms are a good size and the living/dining area is very large.
The apartment was well equipped, tastefully decorated and there are lovely views from the living room over towards the cathedral and Alcazabar both floodlit at night. Nikolay even left a few food items to get our visit off to a good start. The wifi is fast and the shower powerful.
The location is also excellent. As we were in Malaga for a few days we ate our breakfasts indoors and the Maksim supermarket was well stocked and literally a three minute walk away with a great bakery even closer. On our first evening we took Nikolay’s advice and tried a small tapas bar - again just a few minutes walk - head in the direction of the supermarket but walk down the steps on the left and it is next to the gym - Taperia La Tita Mari. It is a traditional tapas place with friendly service and excellent food. We ended up eating there twice - do try the Rosada (kingklip) fish. Equally it is an easy 5 minute walk to the historic old quarter of town with the Roman theatre and Alcazaba. This really is a great location central but also quiet as it is in a residential and university area.
Personally we will not be looking for anywhere else to stay should we return in the future. It is difficult to think of any negatives - my only thought it that the sofa is more of a sofa bed and not the most comfortable as a sofa but still fine (and nice to lie and look at the views). Finally, Nikolay is always on hand via mobile phone or WhatsApp in case of queries and he gave us lots of information and advice on places to visit and places to eat. A brilliant stay in a lovely city - thank you.