Apartment is exactly as in the description. Mario was available nearly 24/7 for whatever question we had. Nice beds, very cosy,very well stocked and a truly great balcony. We arrived on a Sunday, when all the shops were closed and Mario made sure we had plenty to eat and drink. Very quiet area, close to beach (about 10-15 min walk), about the same to the centre of El Palo. Nice area with lots of very nice beach restaurants where you can eat the most delicious seafood for very little money.
Bus stop to Malaga centre is just around the corner (maybe 50m), bus goes every couple of minutes and is very cheap (1,30 Euro). You really don't need a car. Supermarket is not far, either.
Can highly recommend it.