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Reviews of Number 20

20, Convent Street, BRG1060 Birgu, Malta

#17 of 25 hotels in Birgu

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Review score

Based on 68 hotel reviews

7.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.8

  • Comfort

    7.6

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    7.4

  • Staff

    8.2

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    7.0
    Good value in beautiful Birgu
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Very narrow spiral staircase from 1st to 2nd floor, which would have been very noisy had anyone else been staying in the building at the same time.

    Friendly and helpful manager and staff who were able to find us an alternative, newly refurbished room, when emergency rewiring had to take place just before our arrival and recompensed us in cash for the inconvenience. The location is near restaurants, but quiet at night and it felt very safe walking about.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2024

    8.0
    It's good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Weak WiFi

    Great localisation. Lovely view from the roof.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2024

    8.0
    An excellent base for exploring Malta. Birgu is stunning & the square has everything you need.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 7 nights

    I had no complaints but hubby did find the bed uncomfortable so I guess it is a personal taste/preference.

    Communication with Renalt was second to none. Really a top host. The apartment was clean, cosy and so close to the ferry, the square and lots of museums. As it was off-season, we met many locals, in various places and we were made feel so welcome. Will be back for sure. Easy access to public transport.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed for me and my son was ok, cannot imagine my husband would fit 🫣

    The location is priceless, you are close to the restaurants, museums, bus station

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 11 nights

    All good. A perfect spot for a quiet, sunny mid-winter break. The apartment was fairly bare but clean and pleasanly spacious. The decent gas cooker was a plus. Plenty of free parking spaces on the nearby waterfront. The roof with a beautiful view across across the harbour to Valletta and Senglea.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The toilet flush cistern takes too long to fill with water. When you live as a couple, it's not very convenient.

    We really liked everything! The location is simply great, in the center of the old town. Wonderful hotel owners and staff. The room is clean.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The size of the room was about 30 square meters (a way smaller than what advertised). The owner was quite unfriendly. Body and soap were both missing (this is not very welcoming). No elevator and on the 3rd floor The gas cooker was not child secure

    Shared rooftop and its view. We had a leak in the kitchen and the owner got it fixed within 1 day. The hairdryer was broken and the owner of the property gave us a replacement within 2 h.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 October 2023

    9.0
    Nice apartment
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No sound isolation - you can hear the neighbours, as well as the noise from the street. Also, I wish some basic toiletries, such as shower gel & shampoo, were provided.

    Nice apartment at a good location - close to the bus stop, port & cafes. Our apartment was really good - spacious, with balcony & well-equipped kitchen, bathroom was also decent size. We had more than enough towels available. The check-in was also smooth.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 October 2023

    8.0
    A pleasant stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was quite comfortable but if l had to mention something which l did not like it would be the stairs.

    The place was very comfortable and had all one requires for a few nights.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 October 2023

    8.0
    First time in Malta & will definitely be returning & definitely to Vittoriosa, fell in the love with the place x
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The amount of stairs to the room but we knew about that in advance. The mattress was somewhat uncomfortable (you could feel the springs). Bathroom towels were a little worn & faded. No plug for the kitchen sink!

    It’s location & the fact that it was a typical Maltese property with all the quirky bits

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 June 2023

    8.0
    Acceptable stay for a few days
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quite location in ancient quater, very clean apartment.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 January 2023

    8.0
    Pretty nice apartments
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very cold flour, if I know that I would bring my slippers.

    Beatiful and convinient terrase with picturesque view on Valetta and Cospicua. Strongly recomend to visit if you stay here.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was washing machine and access to roof with beautiful view.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 30 July 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I could not use te kitchen utensils, because the plugs did not work. The pillows and the bed were uncomfortable. A microwaveoven would be useful. The owen is unreliable. The water did not have enough pressure.

    Airconditionet works really well! Huge fridge. Nice autentic old house, the roofterace was really cool!

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 July 2022

    9.0
    Great location for a calm holiday
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 7 nights

    The building is quite old and get too noisy sometimes. There are no big grocery stores nearby so be prepared for that.

    The location is quite convenient and calm. The apartment had a well-equipped kitchen and a barbecue zone that we did not use. If you want to go to the city center, you can take a taxi boat to Valleta. There are nice restaurants close by that serve amazing local food.

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 January 2022

    8.0
    Good value for money, mainly because of the lovely area and easy access to public transport.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 10 nights

    The apartment was rather dark and had no dining table.

    Lovely area, easy to get and hand back the keys.

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2022

    9.0
    Excellent stay would highly recommend - there is so much more to Malta than I expected. Would definitely return to Malta
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A microwave would have been useful.

    Location was superb - all three cities within walking distance and just a short ride to Valletta (10 minutes) and Gozo (45 minutes) on ferry / catamaran. Owner spent a good 10–15 minutes in his busy restaurant showing me bus routes, ferry routes, places to see etc. on city map which made the trip much easier to plan.

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: 16 December 2021

    8.0
    Stunning views from rooftop
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    ZERO communication with host - I was not able to reach him via phone, booking or email. As a result I didn’t have WIFI and AC heating during my stay. There is a pub on a corner you can talk to but I didn't have time.

    Great location in 3 cities. Gives you local vibe with adventurous ferry boat to Valletta. Views from roof top breathtaking! Studio was clean and well equipped. Washing machine and grill were a bonus.

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: 30 November 2021

    8.0
    Great location in the nostalgic city of Birgu..
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights

    No shower gel / soap in the bathroom. Not enough light (especially if you're a woman and want to put on makeup, haha). But great value for money!

    Great location in the centre of Birgu. Communication with hosts was great. They even gave us complimentary drinks at their restaurant! Very good wifi and free unlimited water!!! They even allowed us to bring our cat with no extra charges!

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: 1 November 2021

    7.0
    Really nice location, but owners could put more love in the apartments.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Cleanliness (dirty towels). Not ideal kitchen for cooking. Smell of gas (so we turned it off and didn't really cook on the stove). For parking you need to get permit from city council. You can write an email to the Birgu city council and then go pick it up (it's quite nearby).

    Really nice location, nice views, easy check in.

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 25 October 2021

    9.0
    A little gem
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 7 nights

    A joy from start to finish. Renalt ( the host ) provided a transfer to arrive at his cafe/bar and upon arrival we were sat down and given a free drink. Then after a small relax, he kindly showed us to our apartment ( 5 Minutes away ). Provided us with all information and his number if we have any problems ( not needed ). He kindly let us have the top floor and we were just a few steps away from the roof terrace, which breakfast was a joy to behold in the morning. The location is superb for all needs and a small walk to the fast ferry was always something of a pleasure. By far this exceeded my expectations and so much value for money. If I could praise more, I would. We will come to Malta again and we will be using this little gem...Thank you Renalt for a warm welcome and beautiful stay.

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2021

    8.0
    Peaceful.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 11 nights

    Parking initially was a problem.

    Location

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2021

    8.0
    Loved staying here
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hair ball from previous guest on towel. Kitchen floor not cleaned properly.

    Number 20 is a charming old 3 storey building with an apartment on each floor. It's in a great location in beautiful Birgu (Vittoriosa). Walk to restaurants, grocery shop, bus stop, and water taxi in 2 minutes. Walk to Valletta ferry in 15 mins. Apartments are larger and much nicer than appear in photos. Apartment no. 3 on top floor has a small open balcony. The others have enclosed Maltese-style balconies. Kitchen is equipped for cooking simple meals. Multiple TV channels available in several languages. Roof terrace has furniture to relax while enjoying the amazing view, especially at sunset. Great value for money.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2021

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The cleaning could be a way better. We did not use a towel because it did not seem clean enough. Shower amenities would have be appreciated. In any case, I recommend the appartment for sure.

    The apartment is better than in pictures. It quite wide and big, plenty of space to put things (cabinet, two tables). The kitchen was well equipped. Bathroom was nice, the shower cabin big enough. Confortable bed. There is a terrace with a fantastic sunset view over L'Isla and La Valeta.

    Stayed in August 2021

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