Seven of the Best Boutique Hotels in Malta

Seven of the Best Boutique Hotels in Malta

Admire 16th-century buildings, take a dip in the glistening Med or sip coffee in historic cafés – these hotels are great bases from which to explore the island.



With
Valletta’s converted palaces giving way to renovated
battlements in the fortified city of Senglea, Malta
is brimming with boutique hotels. Admire 16th-century buildings,
take a dip in the glistening Med or sip coffee in historic cafés
dotted along cobbled streets. These hotels are great bases from
which to explore the island.

Island chic: seven stunning boutique hotels in Malta


hotel

AX The Saint John

One for history buffs, this former trader’s residence on moneyed Merchants Street artfully combines the architecture of a 17th-century Maltese home – think stately courtyards and wooden balconies – with vintage interiors, resulting in a laid-back, retro feel. Handily located a two-minute walk from Valletta’s main square, the hotel also has its own industrial-chic gastropub-style restaurant downstairs, decked out with exposed metal pipes and red padded chairs.

Address

176 Merchants Street, Valletta VLT 1174


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Cugó Gran Macina Grand Harbour

With vaulted ceilings and limestone interiors encased in
16th-century fortress walls, Cugó Gran Macina Grand Harbour is a
hotel brimming with history. Wake up to views of Senglea’s bustling
harbour and a breakfast of pastries, eggs and fruit, which is
served in the Scandi-style restaurant located in the fort. In the
evening, watch the sun sink behind the shoreline from the rooftop
pool or settle down in the nextdoor cocktail bar to sip on a glass
of Maltese wine.

Address

Macina, Triq il-31 ta’ Marzu
Senglea
ISL1040


hotel

Casa Ellul

Belonging to the eponymous Ellul family, this townhouse has been
restored to its former glory, complete with original tiling and
neoclassical architecture. Wander around Valletta’s cobbled
streets, returning to dine at the hotel’s Risette restaurant for
weekly changing menus of European-style fare. Most rooms come with
a roll-top bath, but book into the Penthouse for 360-degree views
across the city.

Address

81 Old Theatre Street
Valletta
VLT1429

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hotel

Hotel Juliani

Overlooking the Mediterranean from Spinola Bay, this boutique
hotel offers a sophisticated stay in St Julian’s neighbourhood.
Book a suite decorated in soothing cream and grey tones with a
traditional gallarija (wooden balcony) and sea views. Head straight
to the rooftop pool to catch some rays, sip on cocktails on the
terrace or scramble down steps on the promenade to go paddling in
the sea.

Address

25 St George’s Road
St Julian’s
STJ 3208


hotel

Palazzo Prince d’Orange

Those who love sprawling spaces should book into one of the
spacious apartments at Palazzo Prince d’Orange. Complete with
kitchens, sitting rooms and bedrooms, each suite is individually
designed – choose between having your own charming courtyard,
antique furnishings or private entrance. Located in Malta’s
historic capital, the hotel is a great base from which to explore
Valletta before cosying up in an armchair in the palazzo
library.

Address

316 St Paul Street
Valletta
VLT 1211

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hotel

The Xara Palace Relais & Châteaux

Perfectly camouflaged inside Malta’s medieval citadel, this
17th-century palace has been converted into an opulent hotel. Dine
at The deMondion – the hotel’s restaurant is considered one of
Malta’s best for Mediterranean cuisine. Book a table on the balcony
for a meal with a view before heading up to your bedroom to soak in
a freestanding bathtub or head out onto your private terrace where
a whirlpool hot tub beckons.

Address

Misrah Il Kunsill
Mdina
MDN 1050


hotel

Rosselli

Originally home to a Maltese Knight called Don Pietro Rosselli,
hotel Rosselli is decked out with elevated design worthy of its
noble heritage. Admire antique furnishings, marble interiors and
spiral staircases before heading up to the rooftop pool for views
of St George’s Basilica. Spend days relaxing in private saunas or
book an in-room treatment (we recommend the vinotherapy body wrap
or the black-soap scrub).

Address

167 Merchants Street
Valletta
VLT 1174

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