"The King's Little Pathway" spans the El Chorro gorge at a height of 100m. It was built in the early 1900s as an access path between nearby hydroelectric plants. The bridge got it's name in 1921 when King Alfonso XIII crossed it to help inaugurate a new dam.

The path rises to the bridge from either side of the gorge, snaking dramatically along the sheer cliff face. In recent years the path has been closed to all but rock-climbers, as many portions of the pathway had crumbled away.

However, the Spanish government recently completed a three-year restoration of the pathway, including guardrails, and it just opened yesterday - March 28, 2015! The 6€ entrance fee will be waived for the first six months, but you'll need to make reservations in advance: http://bit.ly/1BzhH8Y. Also, bear in mind that the path is one-way, so check the return bus schedule, or book a return crossing as well!

Lonely Planet has ranked the new pathway as one of the hottest new travel experiences for 2015. And finally, here is a link to a cool video of the restoration process: http://bit.ly/1vCkulv

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"Perfect location, staff were lovely and the room is perfect "

SAR 532 total

includes taxes & fees

27 May - 28 May

Apartment, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

"Nice property with good location"

SAR 600 total

includes taxes & fees

21 May - 22 May

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace, Sea View | Beach/ocean view

"Great short stay close to beach excellent view from balcony. Near all the bars and restaurants "

SAR 663 total

includes taxes & fees

12 May - 13 May

49-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV

"Very Good place and very good room."

Executive Suite, Terrace, Sea View (Presidential ) | Beach/ocean view

"Great Hotel to stay in When You Are a Big group or Family!"

Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

"Amazing stay."

SAR 433 total

includes taxes & fees

20 May - 21 May

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Calle Carretería 31, 39, 48, 54, 68) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

"Great location and lovely clean accommodation. "

Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

"Good location, efficient and very helpful staff, everything very clean, definitely excellent place to stay."

SAR 721 total

includes taxes & fees

8 May - 9 May

"Perfect location for beach and town. Very chill hotel. "

SAR 488 total

includes taxes & fees

28 May - 29 May

Penthouse, 1 Bedroom, Terrace | Terrace/patio

"Center location, close to all landmarks. "

SAR 505 total

includes taxes & fees

25 May - 26 May

"Loved the studio apartment, very easy process online, easy to follow useful information. great location. Lots of bars, restaurants, cafes, shops all around was bit noisy at night but expected this. Apartment within walking distance to most attractions, very near to port/ beach 20 mins from train station. Great for short weekend break. Very easy to get into town and back on train to airport. Small observation additional pillows would have been useful. Would recommend "

SAR 620 total

includes taxes & fees

18 May - 19 May

"We coming here frequently and every time is much better if you balance price and what you get for that price is absolutely astonishing "

SAR 258 total

includes taxes & fees

12 May - 13 May

Studio-Apartment Prime (Sea View) | Beach/ocean view

"the view and the facility for kids !"

SAR 463 total

includes taxes & fees

16 May - 17 May

"Employees are the best helpful cordial ."

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

"Friendly staff near to supermarket and about 8min walk to the beach Train station 5 min walk "

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (terraza compartida) | Terrace/patio

"I liked the location. There is a bus that you can take from airport that is close to plaza de la merced."

SAR 298 total

includes taxes & fees

12 May - 13 May

"An amazing location!"

SAR 521 total

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15 May - 16 May

Superior Duplex Apartment with terrace | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

"Great location, clean, nice hotel. Note that the top level is a bar so it was loud and busy at night. "

SAR 573 total

includes taxes & fees

18 May - 19 May

Deluxe Duplex, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, City View | Terrace/patio

"The place is great but our room smelled like cigarettes. It was an awful smell."

SAR 774 total

includes taxes & fees

12 May - 13 May

"Comfortable very clean apartment. Friendly staff. We were in partial sea view at side of building so no noise from neighbours inside but in peak season could be noisy outside at night. Bakery and supermarkets nearby. Short walk to train station and bus stops. Would stay again if in the area."

SAR 438 total

includes taxes & fees

9 May - 10 May

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Bungalow TEEPEE 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

"Close to the Beach and really nice and modern area"

SAR 472 total

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21 May - 22 May

"An amazing location!"

SAR 521 total

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15 May - 16 May

"Very Good place and very good room."

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5/5 Excellent

"Very spacious and friendly staff. The rooms are very clean. And the gym was also pretty big and well equipped. The only thing I didn’t like was the Breakfast salone…it was too crowded and the room was too small for such big hotel with this many guests. And serving the coffee and tea from only two machines was really tiring / annoying. "

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5/5 Excellent

"Staff was exceptional in finding a room for us in the blackout, because we had already checked out in preparation for a train ride to Madrid. Without power, they couldn't check their computers, but one of them remembered a vacant room that wasn't reserved for the coming days. We had to spend 2 extra days in Malaga until we could rebook travel to Madrid. Without the wonderful staff at the Eliseos, we would not have had a place to stay during the emergency. Gracias s todo!"

A verified traveler from Chevy Chase stayed at Málaga Hotel Eliseos

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Frequently asked questions

What should I expect during my Álora aparthotel stay?

You’ll likely stay in the heart of Álora by choosing an aparthotel. You can also come to Álora for its mountain views and monuments.

What are some top aparthotels for my visit to Álora?

Located 17.2 mi (27.6 km) from Álora, Aparthotel Spa del Palacete, Historic Center is a favorite aparthotel featuring 17 apartments with kitchens and free WiFi as well as hotel amenities like a full-service spa. In the area, a couple of other top aparthotels to consider are Casa de la Merced Suites and Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Costa del Sol.

How many aparthotels are there in Álora?

Though there aren’t many aparthotels bookable on Expedia and located in Álora, there are plenty of options for your stay with 171 hotels and other accommodations. We can help you find similar options to aparthotels such as apartments or condos.

What should I see in Álora?

Discover top sights in the region such as Port of Malaga and Malagueta Beach. While exploring the area, visit family-friendly sights like Aqualand Torremolinos, or get outside and enjoy nature at Carihuela Beach. In the larger area, you’ll find Castillo Árabe and El Chorro Gorge.

What is an aparthotel?

An aparthotel is a hybrid hotel and apartment, providing the amenities you expect from a traditional hotel, and more space and privacy found in an apartment. By booking an aparthotel, you can stay longer and absorb more of the local character in Álora. Enjoy home cooking in the full kitchen or kitchenette and having extra space to entertain and relax with friends and family.

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Aparthotel Spa del Palacete, Historic Center

Aparthotel Spa del Palacete, Historic Center

Apartamentos Nono Charming Stay

Apartamentos Nono Charming Stay

Aparthotel PYR Fuengirola

Aparthotel PYR Fuengirola

Graffiti Suites El Museo

Graffiti Suites El Museo

Aparthotel First Flatotel International

Aparthotel First Flatotel International

Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Costa del Sol

Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Costa del Sol

Pinar Apartments Málaga Centro

Pinar Apartments Málaga Centro

Suites del Pintor Historial Center, by Hoteles con Cultura

Suites del Pintor Historial Center, by Hoteles con Cultura

MS Aguamarina Suites

MS Aguamarina Suites

Apartamentos Málaga Premium - Calle Granada

Apartamentos Málaga Premium - Calle Granada

Líbere Málaga Teatro Romano

Líbere Málaga Teatro Romano

Apartamentos Nuriasol

Apartamentos Nuriasol

Sunset Beach Club Hotel Apartments

Sunset Beach Club Hotel Apartments

Aparthotel Vistamar

Aparthotel Vistamar

Mediterraneo Real Apartamentos Turísticos

Mediterraneo Real Apartamentos Turísticos

Apartamentos Marqués de la Merced

Apartamentos Marqués de la Merced

Casa de la Merced Suites

Casa de la Merced Suites

Apartamentos Málaga Premium - Calle San Telmo Thyssen Museum

Apartamentos Málaga Premium - Calle San Telmo Thyssen Museum

Coeo ApartHotel Parras

Coeo ApartHotel Parras

Apartamentos Vegasol Playa A.T.

Apartamentos Vegasol Playa A.T.

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Costa del Sol Glamping Village Fuengirola

Costa del Sol Glamping Village Fuengirola

Casa de la Merced Suites

Casa de la Merced Suites

Graffiti Suites El Museo

Graffiti Suites El Museo

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Recent reviews of Álora hotels

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