Location. Silken Puerta Malaga hotel rises from the Andalusian port city of Malaga, Spain, birthplace of Pablo Picasso. The hotel stands within two-hundred meters of the port and the beach. City centre, the ornate Cathedral of Malaga and Picasso Museum are located within two kilometers of Silken Puerta Malaga. Malaga International Airport is seven kilometers away. Hotel Features. In the lobby, cushioned sofas and lounge chairs surround oversized coffee tables, creating an inviting spot to enjoy complimentary newspapers or utilize the hotel's high speed Internet service. Among the hotel's dining amenities, the contemporary Puerta Malaga Restaurant creates Mediterranean and Andaluz cuisine. The hotel also presents a daily breakfast buffet featuring eggs, meats, cheeses, fruits, pastries and juices. Rejuvenating amenities include a fitness center, sauna, jetted tub and solarium. The hotel also hosts business and social gatherings, including weddings, in its banquet and conference facilities.
Guestrooms. The hotel's 141 guestrooms mix traditional and contemporary styling. Rooms are dressed in neutral shades of cream and brown. Andalucian-style furniture stands atop polished wood flooring. Minimalist-style geometric light fixtures compliment the décor. Meanwhile, high speed Internet access and desks provide functional work accommodations. Private bathrooms furnish modern glass-topped lavatories. Other noteworthy amenities include satellite television, safes and minibars.
Expert Tip. Pablo Picasso's birth home remains intact and may be viewed at Plaza de la Merced 15. The site now houses Foundation Picasso.
