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The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux

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2 restaurants, breakfast served
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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 5 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Executive Suite | Living area
Deluxe Room | View from room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Misrah il-kunsill, Mdina, Malta, 1050
  • Place, St. Paul's Cathedral
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mdina Dungeons
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Catacombs of St. Paul and St. Agatha's Crypt
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room (Porch)

Deluxe Room (Porch)

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

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

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

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

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

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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

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Basic Duplex (Room)

Basic Duplex (Room)

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

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Duplex (Suite)

Duplex (Suite)

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

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Presidential Suite

Presidential Suite

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

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Executive Suite | Living area

Executive Suite

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

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Executive Suite, Terrace (Jacuzzi)

Executive Suite, Terrace (Jacuzzi)

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Duplex Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Duplex Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Executive Duplex Suite with Jacuzzi

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Bastion Chateaux

Bastion Chateaux

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Duplex Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Suite With View

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Suite Terrace Jacuzzi

  • Sleeps 2

Bastion Chateaux

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe King Room With Panoramic View

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Single

  • Sleeps 1

Single Jacuzzi

  • Sleeps 1

Exclusive Deluxe with Panoramic View

  • Sleeps 2

Single Duplex

  • Sleeps 1

Deluxe Room (Porch)

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Room with Panoramic View

  • Sleeps 3

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About the area

Mdina

When you stay at The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux in Mdina, you'll be in the historical district, within a 15-minute drive of Golden Bay and Malta Experience. .This luxury hotel is 9.2 mi (14.9 km) from Mellieha Bay and 7.5 mi (12 km) from St George's Beach.

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

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
  • ‪Yana’s - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux

The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux offers 17 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. This Mdina hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.
Stay in one of 17 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and bathrobes. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and coffee/tea makers.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including a 24-hour fitness center, a seasonal outdoor pool, and bicycles to rent. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Grab a bite at de Mondion One MICHELIN, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include limo/town car service, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
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.
24-hour room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 25 for adults and EUR 25 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • de Mondion One MICHELIN
  • Trattoria A.D. 1530

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 95.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 0.50 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 25 for adults and EUR 25 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 40 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 95.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from June to September
Pool access available from 9 AM to 5 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Xara Palace
Xara Palace Relais Chateaux
Xara Palace Relais Chateaux Hotel
Xara Palace Relais Chateaux Hotel Mdina
Xara Palace Relais Chateaux Mdina
Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux Hotel Mdina
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Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux Mdina
Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux
The Xara Palace Relais And Chateaux
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The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux Malta/Mdina
The Xara Relais & Chateaux
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The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux Hotel Mdina

The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 267 out of 354 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 354 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 354 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 354 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 354 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nerissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Milton Keynes

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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’
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sadaf, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff engagement and service was outstanding. The breakfast is excellent. Wonderful location inside the city walls.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

gary

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful hotel. Friendly and attentive service and spotless rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

YUTA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hermione

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a fantastic stay. We adored this property. The service was next level in a thoroughly authentic way.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gena Jo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! My only feedback was getting there if you have a car. It was challenging to find parking, however once you did it would have been nice to have someone meet you at the gate and transport your luggage. In walled cities like Rhodes Greece they meet you with a golf cart. That’s my only suggestion.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful vibes throughout the building.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay in Mdina

Beautiful historic building inside Mdina city walls. Super friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Carrie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Far From 5 Star

When we arrived, we were asked to wait in the lobby and were brought a drink. We weren’t sure what caused the delay as we arrive nearly an hour after check in. Once ready to go to the room, there was no bellhop to assist with our luggage and were shown the original room we booked. We were told by reception that there was a room with a balcony and jacuzzi available for a paid upgrade. We asked to look at it because there was a smell in the original room. We decided to pay for the upgrade, but truly wish we had not and just moved hotels. We were in a Deluxe Suite with jacuzzi, but had to deal with small bugs in the bathroom (pictured) and pigeon feces all over the top balcony. The mattress is quite dated and had a large indentation in it from so many guests sleeping there. The tiles on the rooftop balcony were not secured and were wobbly. On our 2nd night, the wardrobe light stopped working and that’s when we discovered that it was a magnetic rechargeable strip light. We attempted to go to breakfast twice during our stay, yet we were unable to find anyone in the restaurant on both instances. Ultimately, with the bugs, fences and lack of service, we felt that this was far from a 5-star hotel. We had moved from another 5-star hotel in Valletta, which was impeccable. During our stay there, we were going out and about and were not arriving back at the hotel until 18:00-19:00. Had we actually been exploring around Mdina, we certainly would have moved hotels.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

louise

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camargo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an excellent experience at the Xara Palace! The suite felt luxurious, and the bed gave me two wonderful nights of the best sleep I’ve had in a while. The staff and property was exceptional, Lara, Sara and Silvia the Manager thank you ladies for making my stay enjoyable. Truly appreciate it! 😃
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kersten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a special night at xara palace - I was able to get an upgrade for my room and am so grateful. The room had a beautiful private balcony and hot tub overlooking Malta, which is an experience that I will never forget. Staff were wonderful and accommodating. The pool is a few minutes away in the car - the hotel provide a lovely driver as a when you wish to use this facility. Staying in the silent city of Mdina was a way to truly capture the essence of this special place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historic hotel. Would advise receptionist not to argue with the guest on checkout......
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location and history of th wpalace
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orla

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful two night stay at the Xara Palace. We were offered an upgrade (paid for) the the Presidential Suite on arrival - it was 100% worth it. The space was fabulous, wonderful bathroom and lounge area. The hotel has a private, secluded feel. The pool (5mins drive) is extremely relaxing, wonderful service from Noor and Izor who drove us there each day. Would recommend a drink on the terrace if possible, the champagne trolley is fantastic. We ate in the Trattoria (definitely recommend) and explore local restaurants in Rabat too. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025