Name: The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux
Address: Misrah Il-Kunsill, MDN 1050 Mdina, Malta, Misrah Il-Kunsill, Malta, MDN 1050, Malta
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at £124 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.9

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Hotel The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux

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Misrah Il-Kunsill, MDN 1050 Mdina, Malta –

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*8.9* St. Paul's Cathedral: only 2 minutes away! (100 yards on foot)

*7.9* Museum of Natural History: only 1 minute away! (40 yards on foot)

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Nothing. Very noisy and overrated property. Great location yes but definitely NOT 5 Star Relais & Chateau standards. We left early due to noise and poor standards. Promised refund for 2 nights not used and agreed with the manager who later renaged on his promise. Not to be trusted

David

United Kingdom

Everything was lovely, especially the location and charm of the place.

Nicole

Australia

The hotel is charming. It is stylish and sympathetically designed within the old castle grounds of Mdina. The room was beautifully presented, fine embossed linen, divine soft pillows with a very comfortable bed. Luxury.

Anthea

Australia

We have a suite comfortable bed nice living fantastic balcony good service from the staff great location

Nigel

United Kingdom

Excellent breakfast - great choice and excellent setting

Miss

Italy

The hotel is situated right in the old town so it was very conveniently located. I was very lucky to be upgraded to a suite which was just wonderful. The bed was super comfy and the breakfast was delicious with a huge choice on offer. The staff were just lovely.

Kim

Australia

Amazing location and incredibly friendly staff. Pricey but worth it.

Andrew

United Kingdom

The piece of history. This is one of the places the person who is inspired by history should stay. Comfortable place and friendly staff fulfill the picture. The jacuzzi room is perfect.

Alexander

Russia

This is a beautiful historic hotel Great staff Beautiful antiques Great view Fabulous location

Colette

United Kingdom

Heritage place, so serene, such luxury, romantic. We loved the laid back breakfasts. One place where we felt like spending time in our room was almost better than walking around and exploring the place.

Shilpa

United Arab Emirates

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9.7

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What guests loved the most:
“Nothing. Very noisy and overrated property. Great location yes but definitely NOT 5 Star Relais & Chateau standards. We left early due to noise and poor standards.”

David United Kingdom
“Everything was lovely, especially the location and charm of the place.”

Nicole Australia
“The hotel is charming. It is stylish and sympathetically designed within the old castle grounds of Mdina.”

Anthea Australia
“We have a suite comfortable bed nice living fantastic balcony good service from the staff great location”

Nigel United Kingdom
“Excellent breakfast - great choice and excellent setting”

Miss Italy
“The hotel is situated right in the old town so it was very conveniently located. I was very lucky to be upgraded to a suite which was just wonderful.”

Kim Australia
“Amazing location and incredibly friendly staff. Pricey but worth it.”

Andrew United Kingdom
“The piece of history. This is one of the places the person who is inspired by history should stay. Comfortable place and friendly staff fulfill the picture. The jacuzzi room is perfect.”

Alexander Russia
“This is a beautiful historic hotel Great staff Beautiful antiques Great view Fabulous location”

Colette United Kingdom
“Heritage place, so serene, such luxury, romantic. We loved the laid back breakfasts.”

Shilpa United Arab Emirates

Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux

Enjoy 5-star luxury at The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux, a 17th-century building set right in Mdina's mediaeval walls. The property features unique and exclusive rooms.

The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux provides accommodation with views over Malta and the Mediterranean Sea. Interiors feature antique furniture and original paintings. Some rooms come with a terrace and hot tub or are set on 2 levels with a lounge. All have DVD and CD players, iPad and iPod docking stations and free WiFi.

Mdina's monuments, museums and Roman villas are just a few steps away from The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux. Buses leave from nearby and travel across the island.

Work out in The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux small gym and follow up with a relaxing sauna before heading to the De Mondion Gourmet Restaurant or the more casual Trattoria AD 1530 for dinner.

In summer, free transfers to/from a nearby outdoor pool can be organised on request.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Swimming pool

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Good for couples - they rate the facilities 8.5 for two-person stays.

Currency exchange: Need local currency? This property offers currency exchange on site.

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“boutique style”

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free WiFi
Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

FREE parking!

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+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 1 (up to years of age)	Deluxe Suite With Panoramic View 1 extra-large double bed	Show prices
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An inside look at The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux

The Xara Palace, now a family-run, exclusive, boutique Hotel, originally served as a residence for the noble family Moscati Parisio. It was used by the British during the war. In 1996, the property was bought by the Zammit Tabona family with a vision to restore the building to its former glory, and for the delight of discerning visitors, to create a unique hotel experience, previously unavailable on the Maltese Islands. The Xara Palace is a magical place of charm, character and calm, a haven to the senses.

Hotel surroundings

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Museum of Natural History
0 miles
St. Paul's Cathedral
0.1 miles
Roman Villa
0.4 miles
Ta' Qali National Stadium
0.9 miles
Mosta Dome
2.1 miles
Hagar Qim
4.5 miles
University of Malta
4.6 miles
Spinola Bay
5.4 miles
Balluta Bay
5.4 miles
St. Paul's Islands
5.6 miles

Restaurants and markets *

The Medina Restaurant
0.1 miles
Palazzo de Piro Cafe/bar
0.2 miles

Closest airports *

Malta International Airport
4.9 miles

What travellers love about this location

“We have a suite comfortable bed nice living fantastic balcony good service from the staff great location”

Nigel

United Kingdom

9.5

“The hotel is situated right in the old town so it was very conveniently located. I was very lucky to be upgraded to a suite which was just wonderful. The bed ...”

Kim

Australia

“Heritage place, so serene, such luxury, romantic. We loved the laid back breakfasts. One place where we felt like spending time in our room was almost better th...”

Shilpa

United Arab Emirates

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2 restaurants on site

Trattoria AD 1530

Menu: À la carte
The De Mondion

Cuisine: European

Menu: À la carte

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Check-in

From 15:00 hours

Check-out

Until 12:00 hours

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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Children of any age are welcome.

Children aged 18 years and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

0 - 2 years	Can use a cot upon request	FREE
0 - 2 years	Can use an extra bed upon request	€ 95 per child, per night
3+ years	Can use an extra bed upon request	€ 95 per person, per night

The maximum number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the room you choose. Please check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note that the property is located in a restricted traffic area. Guests are advised to contact the property before arrival for further instructions.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

Swimming pool is closed from Mon 30 Sept 2019 until Sun 31 May 2020

License number: H/0053

“Nothing. Very noisy and overrated property. Great location yes but definitely NOT 5 Star Relais & Chateau standards. We left early due to noise and poor standards. Promised refund for 2 nights not used and agreed with the manager who later renaged on his promise. Not to be trusted”

“The hotel is charming. It is stylish and sympathetically designed within the old castle grounds of Mdina. The room was beautifully presented, fine embossed linen, divine soft pillows with a very comfortable bed. Luxury.”

“The hotel is situated right in the old town so it was very conveniently located. I was very lucky to be upgraded to a suite which was just wonderful. The bed was super comfy and the breakfast was delicious with a huge choice on offer. The staff were just lovely.”

“The piece of history. This is one of the places the person who is inspired by history should stay. Comfortable place and friendly staff fulfill the picture. The jacuzzi room is perfect. ”

“Heritage place, so serene, such luxury, romantic. We loved the laid back breakfasts. One place where we felt like spending time in our room was almost better than walking around and exploring the place. ”

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Reviewed: 7 October 2019

Anonymous
United Kingdom
8.3

“Beautiful hotel in historic building”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Badly designed shower which spills over the floor and the air conditioner stopped working halfway through the night. There was also a techno party going on for half the night which was booming through the walls...the hotel can’t be blamed for that though. The photos show a swimming pool but it’s actually not located at the hotel but 1km away.
The rooms were comfortable, private and a good size. Lovely personal touches, such as a rolled up poem on the bed from the turn-down service.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: 30 September 2019

David
United Kingdom
4.2

“Aweful”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
See above. Just not worth the money and their attitude and broken agreements ruined our holiday. If this is Malta, forget it
Nothing. Very noisy and overrated property. Great location yes but definitely NOT 5 Star Relais & Chateau standards. We left early due to noise and poor standards. Promised refund for 2 nights not used and agreed with the manager who later renaged on his promise. Not to be trusted

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: 29 September 2019

Thomas
Sweden
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Everything!

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: 20 September 2019

Nicole
Australia
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Loved everything.
Everything was lovely, especially the location and charm of the place.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: 17 September 2019

Brent
USA
10

“fantastic location, facility and staff”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 4 nights
air conditioning was not optimal.
Staff was very friendly and attentive. Restaurant is superb with excellent wait staff. Facility is gorgeous in a great location.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: 15 September 2019

Lucas
USA

15 helpful votes
10

“Inside Mdina ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Location is great.. Staff is very helpful..

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: 13 September 2019

Anthea
Australia
9.2

“A magical stay in this ancient citadel.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
We were not informed that you are not allowed to drive into Mdina...so may potentially receive a fine. Although the hotel staff did chat to the local police to try to get it dropped. Also I think it’s time that this and all hotels replaced small plastic single use products - shampoos etc and replaced them with large refillable options. The small bottles all end up as in-necessary landfill. I have stayed in a few 5 star hotels where this seems to be working well.
The hotel is charming. It is stylish and sympathetically designed within the old castle grounds of Mdina. The room was beautifully presented, fine embossed linen, divine soft pillows with a very comfortable bed. Luxury.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: 11 September 2019

Nigel
United Kingdom
9.6

“Relaxing comfortable would recommend”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Can’t think of anything
We have a suite comfortable bed nice living fantastic balcony good service from the staff great location

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: 6 September 2019

Miss
Italy
10

Exceptional
- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Excellent breakfast - great choice and excellent setting

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: 5 September 2019

Kim
Australia

2 helpful votes
10

“Very nice”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Stayed 1 night
Nothing
The hotel is situated right in the old town so it was very conveniently located. I was very lucky to be upgraded to a suite which was just wonderful. The bed was super comfy and the breakfast was delicious with a huge choice on offer. The staff were just lovely.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: 26 August 2019

Maria
USA
6.3

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 3 nights
communication
Hard to communicate with managment

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: 18 August 2019

Andrew
United Kingdom
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Amazing location and incredibly friendly staff. Pricey but worth it.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: 12 August 2019

Alexander
Russia

4 helpful votes
7.1

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The piece of history. This is one of the places the person who is inspired by history should stay. Comfortable place and friendly staff fulfill the picture. The jacuzzi room is perfect.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: 11 August 2019

Colette
United Kingdom
9.6

“Wonderful hotel in historic location”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
This is a beautiful historic hotel Great staff Beautiful antiques Great view Fabulous location

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: 8 August 2019

Shilpa
United Arab Emirates
10

“Love, Love, Loved it!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Heritage place, so serene, such luxury, romantic. We loved the laid back breakfasts. One place where we felt like spending time in our room was almost better than walking around and exploring the place.

Stayed in August 2019

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