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The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux

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Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Spa services
  • Babysitting
  • Airport shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Terrace

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $410
$440 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21

Why we love this property

Poolside perfection
Lounge in luxury at this seasonal outdoor pool area. Pool umbrellas provide shade while guests sip drinks from the poolside bar.
Luxury boutique charm
This elegant hotel blends boutique luxury with historic charm. Stylish decor and distinctive architecture create a refined atmosphere for discerning travelers.
Foodie heaven
Dive into culinary splendor at 2 restaurants or sip signature drinks at the bar. Continental breakfast and private dining for couples complete the experience.

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room (Porch)

Deluxe Room (Porch) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room (Porch)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Suite

  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, Jetted Tub (Terrace)

Deluxe Suite, Jetted Tub (Terrace) | View from room

Deluxe Suite, Jetted Tub (Terrace)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Duplex (Room)

Basic Duplex (Room) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Basic Duplex (Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Duplex (Suite)

Duplex (Suite) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Duplex (Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Presidential Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Presidential Suite

  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Suite | Living area | 50-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

Executive Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Suite, Terrace (Jacuzzi)

Executive Suite, Terrace (Jacuzzi) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Executive Suite, Terrace (Jacuzzi)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bastion Chateaux | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Bastion Chateaux

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Misrah il-kunsill, Mdina, Malta, 1050

What's nearby

  • St. Paul's Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mdina Dungeons - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mdina Old City Gate - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • St Paul's Church & the Grotto of St Paul - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Catacombs of St. Paul and St. Agatha's Crypt - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 32 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Crystal Palace (Is-Serkin) - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Root 81 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Piazza Bar & Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fontanella Tea Garden - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Manouche - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux

The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux puts you within a 15-minute drive of Golden Bay and Saint Julian's Bay. Guests can indulge in deep-tissue massages, and de Mondion One MICHELIN, one of 2 restaurants, serves breakfast and dinner. This luxurious hotel also features a poolside bar, a 24-hour fitness center, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 17 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
    • Free offsite parking nearby
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Private dining
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.

Dining

De Mondion One MICHELIN - This fine-dining restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Reservations are required.
Trattoria A.D. 1530 - This restaurant serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.50 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 25 for adults and EUR 25 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 40 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 95.0 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 5 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from June to September
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property uses solar energy.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Malta. This property is rated 5 stars.

Also known as

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Xara Palace Relais Chateaux
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Xara Palace Relais Chateaux Hotel Mdina
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Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux Hotel Mdina
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The Xara Palace Relais And Chateaux
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The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux Malta/Mdina
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9 AM to 5 PM.

Are pets allowed at The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux?

No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 40 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.

Is there an onsite casino at The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Oracle Casino (11-min drive) and Dragonara Casino (14-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux and nearby?

Have fun with activities like horseback riding, windsurfing, and ziplining, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours and segway rentals. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and spa services.

Are there restaurants at or near The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.

What's the area around The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux like?

The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux is a short 9-minute walk from Catacombs of St. Paul and St. Agatha's Crypt and 7 minutes' walk from Mdina Old City Gate.

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Reviews

The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was excellent and offered a pleasant experience with some options available to enjoy on the terrace. (5 reviews)
  • The hot tub offered a relaxing experience with stunning views of Malta. (3 reviews)
  • The dining experience was fantastic with delicious food and exceptional service. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff are exceptionally to say the least- my only criticism is that Mdina can be done in a day- good to show how you can keep this brilliant hotel as a base for exploring Malta- although should have asked this before and the brilliant staff would have stepped up.
Michael, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

What can I say! Just the best hotel I have stayed at (and there are many). Beautiful building, beautiful room, fabulous staff. Nothing is a problem. Will be back for sure.
steve, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff. Room in good order. Good food
David, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

What a beautiful place. Large clean rooms. Breakfast with a magical view. The staff were all incredibly amazing. So lovely and generous with their time to ensure I had a fantastic stay and also make sure the rest of my stay in Malta would be memorable
Nerissa, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel. Friendly and attentive service and spotless rooms.
Edward, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff engagement and service was outstanding. The breakfast is excellent. Wonderful location inside the city walls.
Edward, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous staff. Lovely room making best use of a grand old building. Restaurant is exceptional too. Outstanding service and a very talented chef. If you stay here do not miss walking the ‘silent city’ in the dark.
Christopher, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This property is stunning and located in Mdina. Although the walled city is busy during the day, it is absolutely stunning and quiet at night. The staff at the hotel go above and beyond to ensure you have a great stay. Cannot recommend this property enough!
Sadaf, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had an amazing 5 night stay at the Xara Palace. Our room was beautiful, with a spectacular view, beautiful furnishings and artwork. The staff were very attentive and friendly making for a great experience during our entire visit. Highly recommended. Staying inside the Mdina walls was another unbelievable experience as the tourist crowds disappear at night and you can truly experience the‘Silent City’
Mark, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay in Mdina

Beautiful historic building inside Mdina city walls. Super friendly and helpful staff
Tim, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This was a fantastic stay. We adored this property. The service was next level in a thoroughly authentic way.
Hermione, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful vibes throughout the building.
Daniel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place and fabulous dining
Chantal, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the location and history of th wpalace
Anne, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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YUTA, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay
Philippa, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We stayed for our honeymoon as a special treat. The staff were friendly and welcoming, making our stay truly wonderful. We had an amazing time and would definitely choose to stay here again when we visit Malta. Thank you for the lovely memories!
a, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room, dining, breakfast and service all top quality.
STUART, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Unique building. Very friendly staff.
Stewart, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had amazing room 11 - lived like Grand Dukes and Kings of the time - historic, super interesting and inspiring property.
Dalia, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Lovely historic hotel. Would advise receptionist not to argue with the guest on checkout......
Melissa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel with very professional and attentive staff.
Julian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel.
Paul, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Truly beautiful hotel. Welcoming, warm staff. The small hotel and attention to service makes you feel as though you are guests in someone’s (fabulous) home. The food and restaurants were over the top amazing. The whole experience is worth every penny!
Adrienne, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved staying here, felt like we were stepping back in time and the staff and service was impeccable