La Isla Pool Club

La Isla Pool Club is a hilltop pool club at the La Hípica complex in eastern Málaga, about 10 minutes from the city centre. It trades the typical beachfront setting for mountain views and 5,000 square metres of landscaped grounds.

The space is built around a large central pool lined with Balinese beds. There are VIP areas for groups and a lounge setup that feels more resort than chiringuito. The crowd is a mix of locals and tourists, mostly younger.

Food runs through a dedicated sushi bar, and there's a separate cocktail bar. Prices sit at €€€, so expect to pay a premium for the setting. Reservations are available and worth making for weekends.

Live DJ sets run through the season, keeping the atmosphere upbeat without going full nightclub. Parking is on-site, and a free shuttle service runs from the city centre, which solves the usual hilltop access problem.

Rated 4 out of 5 from 150 Google reviews. Opinions are generally positive, though the review count is still building.