At El Califa, a charming ground-floor apartment in Nerja, enjoy al fresco dining on the large terrace or lounge by the 12m x 5m communal pool surrounded by lush gardens. With Burriana Beach just a five-minute walk away and historic Nerja within easy reach, experience all this beautiful Costa del Sol town has to offer.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 485 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Nerja Paradise Rentals - Apartment El Califa 3
Location is the key with this charming renovated two-bedroom apartment which is located on the ground floor of the small El Califa complex with just 10 apartments, right opposite the Parador Hotel of Nerja. Burriana Beach is a five-minute walk from the complex, and the historic centre of Nerja with the famous Balcón de Europa an easy ten-minute walk.
The apartment has an open plan kitchen, dining and living area with french windows opening out to the large terrace with outside table for al fresco dining - with direct access to the gardens and pool area. There is a large, airy Kingsize double bedroom and another bedroom with twin single beds. The apartment has two bathrooms, one ensuite from the main bedroom and one full bathroom both with walk in showers.
Facilities include a fully fitted kitchen with oven/hob, microwave, dishwasher,washing machine and fridge freezer, safe, free wifi, Smart TV with international channels and air-conditioning in the living room. The complex shares private parking spaces which are available on a first come first served basis. The communal pool is 12m x 5m with depths 1.2m to 1.8m, is surrounded by large gardens and terraces and is open year-round.
All rentals include bed linen and towels which are changed weekly for stays over 10 nights. End of stay cleaning is also included. We have a range of optional services available at an additional cost and subject to availability - including welcome food packs, cots, highchairs, beach towels, additional housekeeping, taxi transfers and pets (on request) ...
Nerja Paradise Rentals is a family run business operating privately owned properties in and around Nerja. We pride ourselves on the quality and comfort of our rental properties – our aim is to provide you a real home-from-home here in arguably the most beautiful spot on the Costa del Sol.
Nerja really does offer something for everyone – whether wandering around the typically Spanish streets of whitewashed houses and the famous Balcón de Europa, shopping in the lively commercial area, enjoying the many water sports available at one of our amazing beaches, hiking in the incredible Sierra Almijara or making the most of free tapas still served with drinks in most bars – you’ll never be bored!
The local caves – Cueva de Nerja – and the neighbouring hillside “Pueblo Blanco”, Frigiliana, are incredible must-sees during your stay. Further afield but within easy reach there are waterparks, aquariums, zoos, golf courses, the beautiful Sierra Nevada Mountain range with fabulous skiing over the winter months and the beautiful Andalusian cities of Málaga, Seville, Cordoba and Granada. Nerja has a great network of public transport – or you can hire a car to discover the area at your own pace.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Fenced yard
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Checkin 16:00-00:00
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
Optional extras
High chair fee: EUR 15 per stay
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number VFT/MA/57833, ESFCTU0000290130008637230000000000000000VFT/MA/578332
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
About the neighborhood
Located in Nerja, this apartment is near the beach. Puerto Deportivo Marina and Baviera Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Centro Cultural Villa de Nerja and Aerobaby Medina. Aquarium Almunecar and Aqua Tropic Waterpark are also worth visiting. Visit our Nerja travel guide
Does Nerja Paradise Rentals - Apartment El Califa 3 have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Nerja Paradise Rentals - Apartment El Califa 3 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Nerja Paradise Rentals - Apartment El Califa 3?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Nerja Paradise Rentals - Apartment El Califa 3?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Nerja Paradise Rentals - Apartment El Califa 3 located?
Situated near the beach, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Playa Carabeillo and Burriana Beach. Paseo de los Carabineros and Carabeo Beach are also within 10 minutes.
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Nerja Paradise Rentals - Apartment El Califa 3 Reviews
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Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Nancy
10 January 2025
Perfect stay
It was a nice clean apartment. Location was perfect
Everything is there.
Nancy
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Rochelle
16 December 2025
Great location for a quick stay
The location is perfect, a sweet spot between beach and town! The apartment itself was very clean with new bathrooms & kitchen fitted.
It was the little things like having no wine glasses, plenty of plates but very few bowls, 1 tea-towel in the kitchen. We were a family of 4 so these small things are important when you’re using the balcony for drinks & lunchtime.
Rochelle
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Rochelle
16 December 2025
Great location for a quick stay
The location is perfect, a sweet spot between beach and town! The apartment itself was very clean with new bathrooms & kitchen fitted.
It was the little things like having no wine glasses, plenty of plates but very few bowls, 1 tea-towel in the kitchen. We were a family of 4 so these small things are important when you’re using the balcony for drinks & lunchtime.
Rochelle
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jon
8 August 2024
First class stay at El Califa
Superb location and level of accommodation for an apartment close to town and the beach. Service and communication from the staff at Nerja paradise rentals was outstanding.
Jon
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Samantha
6 December 2025
Winter break
We had a great stay here. The apartment had everything we needed, clean, comfortable, and really well set up for a holiday. The location was great, close to shops, restaurants, and all the main attractions.
As usual, the Nerja Paradise Team were fantastic, friendly, welcoming, and happy to help with any questions.
We would happily come back again and definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a stress-free and enjoyable stay. Thank you
Please just continue offering the same great service and hospitality, it makes all the difference.
Samantha
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
James Peter
25 May 2025
may 11th to the 23rd review
very nice and helpful staff
James Peter
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
William
29 August 2024
Great accommodation in great location
This accommodation was ideal for our family. The place was done to a high standard and with access to the pool as well as locality to shops, restaurants, town and the beach it was an all round perfect spot. The service provided by Nerja paradise rentals was excellent, very responsive and helpful and always checking everything was ok.
I would certainly recommend.
William
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Katherine
25 June 2024
Perfect holiday
The apartment is so comfortable, so convenient, and perfect location for a holiday. We loved everything about this apartment and booking with Nerja Paradise Rentals. Everything was great from booking to check-in to leaving.
Nothing!
Katherine
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Emma
11 February 2025
Great location very clean and comfortable.
The apartment is in a fab location for walking round the town, possible parking is available and a car will give so many more places to see, the entry and exit of apartment is very easy with all the information provided. spotlessly clean and comfortable the team are on hand if needed, highly recommended.
A long mirror on a wall would be a good addition.
Emma
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Malcolm
2 April 2025
Great Apartment- lovely staff
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. In a great position. The staff were exceptionally helpful when we had a couple of water issues early on but thankfully resolved efficiently.
Outside of their control were a number of issues that did detract from our experience but I’m told that are being dealt with by the owner of the building next door. We enjoyed it enough to book for two more visits! Staff are lovely.
Nothing that we’ve not told you about
Malcolm
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lisa Jayne
21 November 2025
Lovely apartment and excellent management team
Location and cleanliness
Keep up the good work
Lisa Jayne
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Fiona
4 May 2025
Great little apartment
Super handy for Burriana and a nice wee walk to the Balcon. Everything we needed in the apartment and the welcome food pack was well worth the extra and so handy. Will definitely stay again.
Fiona
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Louise
26 August 2025
Great villa
We loved the location and the facilities with in the villa. The pool and outside area was kept clean.
We are looking forward to returning.
Have instructions for the safe inside the welcome pack.
Louise
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
alison
20 October 2025
Lovelly little apartment
Location
Pool needs attention lots of loose tiles on the bottom and the dogs opposite very noisy especially mornings
alison
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Patricia
13 October 2025
Lovely apartment in a great location
Apartment was very comfortable
Pool area is a little uninviting and some mosquitoes around. Neighbour hood dogs can be annoying!
Patricia
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gerard
2 July 2025
Apartment El Califa 3 was a very secure property and had everything and more if required
The shower room was very compact and versatile, only thing I thought was missing was a small shelf beside sink to put shaving things on whilst shaving, lotions, aftershave, eau de perfume, although the bathroom furniture under sink keeps things hidden and tidy.
Gerard
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Karin
7 July 2023
Very nice stay in a very nice apartment.
The apartment was perfect: well equipped, good beds, nice living room and a fine terrass. The garden outside was super with pool and nice sun chairs.
Possibly the sofa in the living-room.
Karin
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alexander
9 April 2025
Very good
Everything
Parking was full
Alexander
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Emma
19 May 2025
Lovely Stay at Apartment Califa
Just back from our second say at Apartment Califa. Again a lovely stay. The apartment was spotless, perfect location near to Burriana Beach, The Balcon and shops, and is very well equipped and has everything you need. Nerja Paradise Rentals are a pleasure to deal with, helpful and responsive and answer any questions quickly. We had a fabulous time.
Please replace the pillows in the main bedroom - they were flat, lumpy and hard and affected our !!
Emma
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Ivar Helge
10 November 2025
Various
The good service from your office personell. They are very helpfull. A great advantage that we could leave our luggage with you on the day of departure
There were lots of knives, but they were all more or less useless. Suggest 2 or 3 good, Sharp knives
Ivar Helge
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Anne
22 June 2025
Fabulous
Location was perfect the apartment was nicely furnished with all amenities. Nice small welcome pack and fresh flowers on table on arrival. Office local in case of any problems
Ask the owners of the property next door to not leave their dog for hours on end to bark- very annoying but not the dogs fault
Anne
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Malcolm
3 October 2025
Brilliant, just brilliant
The location is superb with easy access to the whole town without being in the middle of the hubbub.
We love the staff, nothing is too much trouble and too difficult to single anyone out.
Amazing company, not the cheapest but you get what you pay for.
Replace the water pump system. It shouldn’t require such heavy maintenance.
Bed is wonderful with the topper but a tad too hard without.
Malcolm
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Julie
28 July 2025
Great apartment, clean and good location
Great apartment, modern, clean and had everything you needed.
Fab pool, plenty of sun loungers.
We had the pool to ourselves most of the time. Supermarket and bakery around the corner.
5 minutes walk to centre.
Great communication with Nerja paradise. Would definitely return
The only minor thing is, we would have liked mirrors in bedroom. Couldn’t see in small mirror in living room without being on tip toes . Don’t like using hairdryer in bathroom with all the steam from shower.