Best Spanish schools in Malaga by category
Malaga Language School Ranking based on student ratings - 28 schools
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Spanish course types in Malaga
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General Spanish courses
Universal Spanish language courses allow students to move up the different Spanish levels at a steady pace. With an array of options, students can pick the one that fits their schedule.- Learn Spanish & Live with Teacher - Malaga (110)
- Standard Spanish Course - Malaga (58)
- Spanish & Culture - Malaga (50)
- Combi: Group + Private - Malaga (24)
- Senior (50 plus) - Malaga (13)
- Small Group (max 6 students) - Malaga (7)
- Language Year - Malaga (4)
- Evening - Malaga (3)
- Spanish Conversation / Communication - Malaga (3)
- Travelling Classroom - Malaga (1)
- Weekend - Malaga (1)
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Private Spanish courses
Weekly packages of Spanish one-to-one classes are very adaptable to the students specific timetable and can be taken virtually or inhouse. -
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Junior Spanish courses
For students under 18 years of age who want to study Spanish, there are a selection of day courses, week packages with accommodation choices and whole family programmes. -
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Spanish plus activity courses
Combination courses of Spanish classes and an after class activity results in a very productive use of time whilst studying abroad as you can perfect your Spanish and a hobby at the same time.- Spanish & Dancing - Malaga (10)
- Spanish & Tennis - Malaga (8)
- Spanish & Horse Riding - Malaga (6)
- Spanish & Diving - Malaga (5)
- Spanish & Football - Malaga (4)
- Spanish & Rugby - Malaga (4)
- Spanish & Sports - Malaga (4)
- Spanish & Cooking - Malaga (3)
- Spanish & Golf - Malaga (1)
- Spanish & Music - Malaga (1)
- Spanish & Yoga - Malaga (1)
- Spanish & Arts - Malaga (1)
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Spanish exam preparation courses
Spanish exam preparation courses are for students who need a certification of their Spanish level for University entry, employment or immigration.- DELE - Malaga (32)
- SIELE - Malaga (8)
- Other exams - Malaga (4)
- CCSE - Malaga (1)
- TELC - Malaga (1)
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Business Spanish courses
Business people can enhance their Spanish language used within this field by selecting a group or private class, which focuses solely on using Spanish in the business context. -
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Specialty courses Spanish
Lessons that do not follow the normal structure of a Spanish language course in a classroom are found in the Specialty course category. -
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Work & Study Spanish programmes
Work & Study programmes are designed to improve the student's Spanish level and provide real life work experience in Spanish to enhance their CV and stand out from competition.
Malaga ratings & opinions
How our students rated their experience in Malaga
What our students said about Malaga
A small sweet town, which turns into a party mile in the evening. As a result, there is an increased smell of urine (thanks to some incontinent men) and rubbish in the small streets. Thanks to many cleaners, there is nothing to be seen of this the next morning. The beach and the harbour are very beautiful and were my second home in good weather (in February/March unfortunately a lot of rain and cooler than expected). The people working in Malaga are mostly very nice and most of them can talk to you well in English.
Germany
Very beautiful city that is easy to get around in. There are very beautiful landmarks to visit and a number of interesting museums. Public transport is above expectations, although it can be a little difficult to understand the system if you do not speak Spanish. Overall, the city is pretty clean, but if you go into secluded alley watch your step: people don't pick up after their dogs. Would definitely recommend Malaga.
Sweden
If you like a smaller city, Malaga is the place for you! The historic old town, where you live, is easy to explore on foot. Every time you discover new restaurants, tapas bars or ice cream parlors that you still want to try out. The Soho area is also fun to explore and the beaches anyway. It is highly recommended that you borrow a bike and explore both the beaches in the direction of Pedregalejo and in the west.
Germany
Lots of sites and monuments to see, tons of restaurants and bars to go out, very friendly people, which is really good to practice Spanish in the shops and streets. I had no issues with safety. The city is kept very clean, e.g. after a huge storm, all the leaves and branches that fell off the trees were cleaned up the next day. Everything is very accessible by foot if you're staying at a place near the center.
Germany
Malaga is a fabulous city to stay in for a short or longer time. It feels very safe. It's easy to walk about, and the public transport is brilliant and easy to navigate. There's lots to do, including historical sites, museums, theatres, the beach and walks along the seafront. I heard that the nightlife is excellent too!
Germany
Malaga is stunningly beautiful. I took the open top red bus tour a couple of times and found the history fascinating. I also walked for hours along the pretty paved areas around the parks and gardens and explored the old City. I will always remember Malaga.
England UK
Outstanding venue for our purposes. A most memorable working/studying vacation. We are encouraged to return for another update on our Spanish language skills. Our instructors were fabulous. It is on us to continue our progress here at home.
I lived in an apartment which sadly had few heaters and wind was blowing through the windows and so on... I was freezing and had to keep my gloves on indoors! (This has nothing to do with the school though, they have efficient heaters.)
Finland
La Cala del Moral is very beautiful. We didn't want to have any night life, so I don't have opinion about it. The house where we lived was peaceful, and that's the most important thing for me. For me the nights are for sleeping.
Finland
Rich nightlife, interesting museums, sights, incredible fortresses, beautiful parks, very tasty food - specially fresh fish, clear sea, the beaches have a dull colour of grey sand but there are showers and clean toilets around.
Poland
The city center is at times so overcrowded with daytime tourists that you can hardly get through (my room was in the old town). 2 weeks were ideal for me. That would be too much for me in Summer, with even more hype.
Switzerland
I think Malaga is a very beautiful city, absolutely suitable for spending time with friends. I found the public transport excellent as well as the kindness of the local people.
Italy
Beautifully landscaped, with parks, plants, fountains, monuments, well-kept toilets!!! Overall, the city makes a clean well-kept impression, there is a relaxed, cheerful mood
Germany
Malaga center - very nice, great restaurants and beautiful architecture of the houses, a lot to discover, interesting museums. Pleasant atmosphere.
Germany
I am so happy that I decided to come to Malaga. The people are really nice and the city itself has a beautiful landscape and so much history.
Germany
Very much worth seeing! A city with a vibrant life, many interesting museums and very good transport connections by bus and train.
Germany
I love the scenery as well as the city itself with all it has to give. The people are so friendly and I felt at home.
Germany
Very interesting, with many attractions, both cultural and natural. Lively and vibrant. Possibility of day trips.
Italy
I think everybody should go because it’s so beautiful, clean and there’s a lot of stuff to do.
Netherlands
A lively city where you feel safe with nice restaurants and the beaches within walking distance.
Netherlands
What school directors said about Malaga
Malaga is one of Spain’s cities with the largest number of quality Spanish language schools this is because in Malaga you can combine your Spanish course with many cultural activities, with tourism, with beach holidays. The sun shines more than 300 days per year, people like to come to study in a destination with a good climate. The friendly and communicative Andalusian people is always disposed to help and the city size is excellent to move easily through the city.
Malaga is a Mediterranean city with warm temperatures and more than 300 days of sunshine a year. It has excellent conditions for outdoor sports: golf, tennis, beach volleyball, horse riding and all water sports. You can learn a language and relax with a wonderful holiday in Spain's most welcoming city. It is perfectly communicated with other cities by surface (Granada, Seville, Cordoba, etc. ...). It has an important international airport with daily flights to different countries of the world. You can visit the monumental center in a beautiful city and the coast known internationally for the environment, beaches, marinas and golf courses (Torremolinos, Marbella, Nerja ...). The temperatures will allow you to enjoy a magnificent nightlife with a variety of cultural activities and fun. Our city and our people will make you fall in love.
Malaga offers the following; the sun and the beaches, people, tourist attractions, an International airport, nightlife, good, a different accent and affordable prices.
One of the great characteristics of Malaga is the excellent climate. With an average annual temperature of 22ºC, Malaga offers around 330 sunny days.
Malaga is an excellent year-round student city. It has good shopping, social life and nightlife.
Most recent student reviews of language schools in Malaga
The teachers were friendly and very competent.
22 May 2023
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 64 years
I've only been there for a week, so it's too short to have a proper assessment.
8 May 2023
Course: Intensive Standard - 1 week
Student age: 38 years
The teachers Maria and Pedro worked very well and with pleasure. A big thank you to everyone.
1 May 2023
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 75 years
The instructor tried very hard to find the right course for my language skills. Overall, it would be great if there was a conversation-only course. In the first week, it is difficult to assess yourself as you have no comparison, perhaps a personal assessment of your knowledge on the spot would be more useful. Very good teachers with varied methods. Time flies by. For conversation: book individual lessons. Great location in Malaga
Only two toilets. Risk of queues in front of the toilets at the end of the school day.
27 March 2023
Course: Intensive 20 - 2 weeks
Student age: 53 years
I liked the lessons very much. Small groups, good teachers
21 March 2023
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 67 years
Very committed teachers who also gave lots of tips for Malaga and the surrounding area
20 March 2023
Course: Intensive 20 - 2 weeks
Student age: 62 years
The school was great! All teachers were super nice and knew how to teach the language.
9 March 2023
Course: Intensive Standard - 1 week
Student age: 25 years
Fantastic teachers, and that's the most important. I am very satisfied.
15 February 2023
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 42 years
A very nice building in the center of Malaga. The teachers and the rest of the staff are friendly.
13 February 2023
Course: Intensive 25 - 5 weeks
Student age: 39 years
Great school, centrally located. Motivated teachers. Great afternoon activities.
6 February 2023
Course: Intensive 20 - 1 week
Student age: 43 years
Friendly, vibrant, good location, good teacher.
13 December 2022
Course: Intensive 20 - 1 week
Student age: 70 years
Very good teachers and varied lessons
29 November 2022
Course: Intensive Standard - 2 weeks
Student age: 58 years
The atmosphere, the patience of the teachers. I would love to come again!
The video on the website is only aimed at young people: Beach, fun, leisure. I would have liked to know something about the organisation of the lessons, to see the classrooms. I almost chose another school because of the video, I didn't feel addressed.
28 November 2022
Course: Intensive Standard - 2 weeks
Student age: 73 years
Top location, super nice and competent teachers, I really enjoyed it.
8 November 2022
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Student age: 34 years
The high quality of their teachers most especially Pedro!
7 November 2022
Course: Intensive Course - 8 weeks
Student age: 73 years
Amazing staff and helpful people. Teacher are so funny and good.
24 October 2022
Course: Intensive Standard - 8 weeks
Student age: 26 years
The location of the school. Friendly staff.
They use audiovisual method more than textbook.
4 October 2022
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 28 years
Information about Malaga
- Budget friendly.
- Main international airport for the region.
- Fantastic local cuisine.
- Long stretch of beautiful coastline.
- Strong local accent.
- High temperatures in the summer months.
Key Facts about Malaga
- Student price index excluding rent:57* (43% cheaper than New York)
- Student price index including rent:40* (60% cheaper than New York)
- Price index food only:48* (52% cheaper than New York)
- Big Mac price (Spain average):
4.45 € (7% cheaper than in USA)
- Residential voltage: 230 V
- Frequency: 50 Hz
Weather in Malaga
Events in Malaga
15 August 2023 - 22 August 2023Ten days of celebration in late summer Málaga. There is a huge fun fair, bullfights, traditional dances and music in the streets of the city centre, shows and activities for all members of the family.
01 November 2023In Spain, to celebrate All Saints Day, tradition sees families visit cemeteries to tend the graves of their loved ones. This sombre event is actually a great opportunity to try some local specialities: roasted chestnuts and sweet potatoes are available from street vendors, and pastry shops have the traditional huesos de santo (saints bones), buñuelos and borrachuelos.
What to do in Malaga
Arrival airports
Public transportation to city center:
Every 20 minutes, 15 minutes.
Main stops: Aeropuerto Malaga, Malaga Centro-Almeda
Every 10 minutes, 20 minutes.
Main stops: Villarosa, Malaga
Taxi: 11 minutes drive to city center of Malaga
Public transportation to city center:
Every 60 minutes, 150 minutes.
Main stops: Granada Airport, Estacion de Autobuses + Estacion de Autobuses, Malaga
Taxi: 75 minutes drive to city center of Malaga
Q&A - Questions and answers about Malaga
- I am 51 years old and hesitate whether to opt for a 50+ or an all-ages course.“With your 51 years old, you can opt for a 50+ course, but also a general Spanish course. For 50+ courses, there are often limited start dates so I recommend you join the general course, then you have a greater chance of finding a good language group at your level, on a date of your preference. The biggest difference between the general and 50+ course is usually the extra after-course activities that are organised. We can always have a look at the average age within a particular school if you are in doubt. ”Robin Rebecca Pietersma, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 24, 2023Is Malaga bike friendly? And if so, are there opportunities to rent bikes in Malaga?“Malaga is definitely a bike-friendly city. We can recommend these bike rental companies that our students used during their stay: Recyclobike, Malaga Bike Tours and Bike Tours Malaga. ”Olga, Administration from Debla - Mar 17, 2023Is it possible to book junior courses outside of the summer months?“Most juniors courses take place during the summer months, but some schools also offer junior courses during spring and fall. You can find the start dates for junior courses on the schools profile page. ”Louise Granath, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 01, 2023Is it possible to join a course in summer?“Yes, there are courses available all around the year.”Sawsan Zein, LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 03, 2023I would like to book a Spanish course for beginners in Malaga but I don't need accommodation. Can I book the course only?“Yes, absolutely! You can organize your own accommodation according to your preferences.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 06, 2022I am 63 and want to go to a language school in Malaga for older people, in January. I also want a school where it is easy to access shops and accommodation nearby, as I cannot walk very far. Can you advise me, please?“In Malaga, Spanish programmes for students over 50s are available in March, April, September, October, and November. In any other month, you can participate in a Spanish course with students of mixed ages. The school in Malaga with the more mature students throughout the year is Academia CILE - the average age of the students is 37 years old. Teachers have plenty of experience in having students of all ages and adapting the content and rhythm of the class to students regardless of their age.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 17, 2022I am looking for a 1-week course for mature students and advanced Spanish speakers. Is this something you can help me with?“The average age of the students at Academia CILE in Malaga is 36 years old throughout the year. The school offers Spanish programs suitable for all levels: A1 to C2. A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form. This way, the school can place you in the right group.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 31, 2022Are there schools where the courses are for a longer period (ie 3 months), where there are no new groups of students every week?“The schools in Malaga are open year-round and students are arriving every Monday. There are no closed groups for a certain period. You can join an existing group and new students can join your group afterward.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 17, 2022
FAQ about courses in Malaga
- What is the best language school for adults in Malaga?La Playa Escuela de Español has received the best overall rating in Malaga.Which Spanish school in Malaga has the best location?clic International House, located in Santa Lucia 7, First floor has been voted as the school with the best location in Malaga.What type of business Spanish courses are offered in Malaga?In Malaga the following courses are offered specifically for business Spanish: Business Spanish Group, Business Spanish Private, Legal Spanish, Spanish for Tourism & Hospitality.Do schools in Malaga offer courses to prepare for Spanish exams? Which exams?Schools in Malaga offer specific preparation courses for the following exams: CCSE, DELE, Other exams, TELC, SIELE.Do schools in Malaga offer adult Spanish courses combined with courses in sports or other activities?In Malaga there are course packages where you can learn the following activities: Spanish & Dancing, Spanish & Diving, Spanish & Golf, Spanish & Horse Riding, Spanish & Music, Spanish & Tennis, Spanish & Football, Spanish & Rugby, Spanish & Yoga, Spanish & Cooking, Spanish & Arts, Spanish & Sports.Could you please tell me the apartments from different schools in Malaga? If they are the same, why is one a lot more expensive than the other?“Yes, most of the offered apartments have kitchenettes and utensils. The cost of the apartment depends on its location in the city, the more expensive the apartment is, the closer to the city center, as well as its condition, including the condition of the furniture and the availability of household items. ”Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant Russian from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 13, 2023How much time do I have before I have to sign up for the Spanish course?“Usually, our company and schools do not set a final date by which you need to complete your booking reservation. The cost of the course remains the same throughout the year and does not change. However, I always tell my students to complete their reservations the earlier the better. That way we have time to confirm your enrollment, the school has time to form a group of students, and have time to find accommodation for the student. ”Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant Russian from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 13, 2023What is the difference between a residence and a shared apartment?“A residence is usually closer to the school, maybe even on school grounds, where you stay with several students in one building. A shared apartment is often a normal apartment, where maybe 3-5 students live, but in the building itself live mostly locals.”Robin Rebecca Pietersma, Dutch Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 01, 2022
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