Hotel Castillo de Santa Catalina

Highlights

This Renaissance castle in Málaga is one of the iconic places along Costa del Sol with an astounding palatial architecture inspired by the Renaissance Arab culture.

Built in 1932, this castle hotel boasts of beautiful gardens and terraces offering views of the amazing hills of Málaga. Getting married in this Spanish venue means having an opportunity to say your I dos in a beautiful garden overlooking the bay and hills of Malaga whilst having the Arab-inspired brickwork in the background.

Tying the knot here will also give you the opportunity to visit nearby beaches, historic centers, and religious monuments of Malaga after your wedding in Spain.

History

This Spanish palace was designed with a Moorish Revival style upon the order of the Count of Mieres, Manuel Loring Martínez. French architects built the structure to be integrally linked to the city’s old fortress. Throughout the centuries, the castle turned historic hotel has preserved its palatial elegance and beauty for all its guests to appreciate.

Ceremony

There’s no better place to celebrate your wedding in this castle hotel than up on the terrace and the outdoor spaces. It’s the best way to take advantage of the beautiful views surrounding the venue. Located in the exclusive neighborhood of El Limonar, the castle hotel is perched on top of the region giving you majestic views of the Bay of Malaga for the ceremony.

Imagine saying your “I dos” with the scenic bay in the background and the historic brickwork of the castle on the other side. It’s a dream come true for couples who love outdoor weddings with sea views and a historic vibe. Our wedding planner in Spain planned whimsical weddings like this, and the views did not disappoint!

Reception

A five-star luxury gastronomic experience awaits you in this castle hotel, in its prestigious restaurant where you can hold your wedding reception. It’s a sought-after dining place in Malagá for its excellent food quality and service.

You can use the meeting rooms of the castle for the wedding reception to keep you safe from all kinds of weather while enjoying the food and the party. However, if you want to continue enjoying the views for your wedding dinner, you can also have the wedding reception outdoors.

The venue staff can put up string lights to make the space more magical for your celebration. Let the venue’s great chefs provide you with historical and local Mediterranean cuisine that features the traditional tastes of Málaga as one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the Western Europe.

Accommodation

As a 5-star hotel in a progressive city and tourist spot like Málaga, you can expect nothing less than luxury and comfort of the highest quality.

The castle’s 24 rooms are all exquisite, with antique decor and modern amenities designed for a luxury hotel experience. Each room is individually designed so couples can have a wide range of options where to stay for their wedding and honeymoon in Spain.

If you’ve been looking for a venue like this in Spain, and you think this castle hotel in Málaga is worth exploring, get in touch with us and start planning your destination wedding.