The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux
Misrah Il-Kunsill, MDN 1050 Mdina, Malta – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.8/10! (score from 472 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Amazing location and service. Lara and Justin were fantastic
Kenya
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The Xara Palace Boutique Hotel is a unique 17th-century palace hidden away in the medieval fortified city of Mdina, the old capital of Malta. Perched on centuries-old bastions, surrounded by stunning baroque architecture, The Xara Palace Relais & Châteaux, with its luxurious accommodations and award-winning haute cuisine, is truly a haven in which to pause and be pampered. Meticulously and sensitively restored to reflect its former noble standing, the exclusive 5-Star boutique hotel features seventeen luxury rooms and suites enjoying stunning views, all individually and tastefully designed with antique furniture and paintings, luxurious Parisian fabrics and king size beds. Our promise to our guests centers on an impeccable attention to detail – from the décor to the serene, unhurried pace of life at The Xara Palace Hotel, through every facet of our service – all setting the scene for nothing less than an exquisitely unforgettable holiday in Malta.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Oct 16, 2009Hotel chain/brand: Relais & Châteaux
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- Free WiFi
- Room service
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Excellent Breakfast
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- Anjarwalla
Kenya“Amazing location and service. Lara and Justin were fantastic” - Wendy
United States of America“Beautiful, romantic feel. The property is a UNESCO site and a former palazzo.” 
DanielUnited States of America“Wonderful hotel within the Mdina walls. Exceptional breakfast. The staff couldn't have been more friendly and helpful. My room had a separate sitting room and a terrace with a hot tub. Magical in the evenings.”
KirkmckinneyUnited States of America“Lovely hotel with a perfect location in the old town, a wonderful onsite Trattoria (went there repeatedly), and most of all, a staff which were accommodating, extremely pleasant and polite, efficient and effective -- i.e., perfect. This was a...”
Sara
Ireland“The view from the terrace was stunning and a great place to eat breakfast which was also amazing! The staff were lovely and the building it just stunning! Walking around Mdina at night was beautiful so staying in the city walls made you feel like...”
VrlskblUnited States of America“Xara Palace is an absolute gem in historic Mdina! The staff were super kind. Valentina welcomed us and made sure we were comfortably ensconced in our room. Jackie at the restaurant was so friendly and kind as were the other staff. All the staff...”- DbUnited States of America“The room was spacious, especially with a sitting area AND a loft sleeping area. Breakfast on the terrace was very enjoyable. The staff are extremely attentive. The location is perfect, and the building itself is an historic, architectural gem. ...”
ElizabethUnited States of America“Truly a once in a lifetime experience ....The staff were so kind upon our arrival and beverages were set up on arrival. Thank you to the staff and the chef for wonderful pizza. On that note the Fine Dining restaurant that created a special menu...”- BruceUnited States of America“great location, beautiful views from restaurant, superb food, very helpful and friendly staff”
MercedesUnited States of America“Absolutely fantastic stay at Xara Palace. The location is incredible right in the city of Mdina, and there is a delicious Michelin star restaurant on the property that is a must visit. Breakfast was also amazing (served on the same terrace as the...”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Does the hotel have a swimming pool
A seasonal outdoor pool is available at The Xara Lodge, situated on the outskirts of Rabat, just 5 minutes by car from The Xara Palace Relais & Chatea..Answered on 5 April 2021What time is Check in and check out please? And can I request an earlier check in time?
The standard check-in time is from 15:00pm, and the check-out time by 12:00 hrs ( noon). Early check in time is subject to availabilityAnswered on 9 August 2020Just checking you are pet friendly we have x2 small dogs and are heading to airport next day
Good Morning! We accept dogs that are under 10kg each. There is a charge of 35.00 euro per dog that is to be paid upon check-out. Should you need fu..Answered on 4 July 2022Can a 12 year old stay in the room with hot tub please?
Kindly note that our superior suites with terrace and Jacuzzi can accommodate children of 12 years old. In most of these suites we would also be able ..Answered on 25 November 2021Hi, My flight arrives at 0030 and I see you have restricted check in times. Is it possible to book with you with this arrival time? Thanks Jason
Good Morning, It is not a problem at all. Our reception desk is always open, thus, one may check-in or out at any time.Answered on 11 October 2022Hi do you have jacuzzi in every room ?
Good Evening, thank you for your message. We only have a Jacuzzi in our Deluxe Suites with Terrace and Jacuzzi and in our Executive Suites with Terrac..Answered on 20 December 2021- Still looking?
Hotel area info *
Restaurants2 Restaurants On Site
- Trattoria AD 1530
- CuisineMediterranean
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
- The De Mondion One MICHELIN Star
- CuisineEuropean
- Open forDinner
- AmbienceRomantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free
Amenities of The Xara Palace Relais & ChateauxGreat facilities! Review score, 8.9
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- Free WiFi
- Room service
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Excellent Breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Slippers
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Electric kettle
- Clothes rack
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Temporary art galleriesAdditional chargeOff-site
- Horseback ridingAdditional chargeOff-site
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- BowlingAdditional chargeOff-site
- WindsurfingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Telephone
- TV
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Street parking
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/out
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- Key access
- Safe
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Pet bowls
- Pet basket
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Car rental
- Packed lunches
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Seasonal
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Pool bar
- Fenced pool
- Fitness center
- English
- French
- Italian
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Cash
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 accepts small dogs but guests are required to contact the property in advance.
In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
Please inform The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
License number: H/0053
FAQs about The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux
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The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux has 2 restaurants:
- The De Mondion One MICHELIN Star
- Trattoria AD 1530
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Room options at The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux include:
- Double
- Suite
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The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux is 800 feet from the center of Mdina. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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The prices at The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Fitness center
- Bowling
- Diving
- Windsurfing
- Walking tours
- Bicycle rental
- Swimming pool
- Horseback riding
- Temporary art galleries
- Tour or class about local culture
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Guests staying at The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.9).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
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Check-in at The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
