Catacombs of St. Paul and St. Agatha's Crypt - 9 min walk
Ta' Qali National Stadium - 4 min drive
Golden Bay - 12 min drive
Getting around
Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.) - 32 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Fontanella Tea Garden - 4 min walk
Zagallo’s Pizza, Snack Bar & Take Away - 13 min walk
La Piazza Bar & Restaurant - 9 min walk
Diar il-Bniet - 4 min drive
About this property
The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux
The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux puts you within a 15-minute drive of Golden Bay and The Malta Classic Car Collection. Guests can indulge in massages, and de Mondion One MICHELIN, one of 2 restaurants, serves breakfast and dinner. This luxurious hotel also features a poolside bar, a 24-hour fitness centre and a seasonal outdoor pool. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, French, Italian
At a glance
Hotel size
17 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Babysitting*
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No on-site parking
Free off-site parking nearby
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Private dining
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's menu
What to do
Ecotours nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Horse riding nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Zip-lining nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Limo or town car service
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Bike hire
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Library
24-hour fitness centre
Seasonal outdoor pool
Spa services
Comprehensive food waste policy
Biodegradable drinking straws
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Accessible airport shuttle
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch LCD TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Dressing gowns and slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free toiletries
Hairdryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.
Dining
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.
Awards and affiliations
The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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.
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 25 for adults and EUR 25 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 40 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 3)
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 95.0 per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9 AM to 5 PM
The seasonal pool is open from June to September
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property uses solar energy.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
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Xara Palace Relais Chateaux Hotel
Xara Palace Relais Chateaux Hotel Mdina
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Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux Hotel Mdina
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9 AM to 5 PM.
Are pets allowed at The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 40 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an on-site casino at The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Dragonara Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as horse riding, windsurfing and zip-lining, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours and segway hire. Enjoy amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre and spa services.
Are there restaurants at or near The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants.
What's the area around The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux like?
The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux is a short 9-minute walk from Catacombs of St. Paul and St. Agatha's Crypt and 2 minutes' walk from St. Paul's Cathedral.
The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
16 November 2024
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 November 2024
Fabulous hotel
Fabulous hotel with most beautiful decor and general vibe in a wonderful historic location. The lounge area of our suite was one of the loveliest we have ever experienced with the perfect combination of luxury, comfort and space. Staff were very helpful and attentive. Truly a 5-star experience
David
David, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 October 2024
Fabulous hospitality
From our arrival to our departure we were made to feel very welcome and nothing was too much trouble for the Xara team. Very comfortable and very relaxing - very nice people.
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 October 2024
Felt like nobility!
This first class hotel embedded inside the city walls of Mdina made us feel like nobility both from a historical aspect and by the level of service we received. Truly one of a kind!
Patricia
Patricia, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 August 2024
Amazing stay
Philippa
Philippa, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 July 2024
Adele
Adele, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 July 2024
Francine Paston
Francine Paston, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 July 2024
Beautiful facility with excellent staff and breathtaking views of Malta.
Steven
Steven, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 July 2024
Anthony
Anthony, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 July 2024
Yuko
Yuko, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
2 July 2024
Room, dining, breakfast and service all top quality.
STUART
STUART, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 July 2024
Shelly
Shelly, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 June 2024
The staff could not have been kinder and more hospitable.A truly beautiful place to stay and visit
CELINA
CELINA, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 June 2024
Incredible hotel within Mdina with a lot of history. The staff are very attentive and went above and beyond to make sure our stay was perfect. The room had a beautiful Terrance with a hot tub. Thank you Tommy!
Sarah
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 June 2024
We loved staying here, felt like we were stepping back in time and the staff and service was impeccable
Dax
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 June 2024
Dax
Dax, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 June 2024
Ronald
Ronald, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 June 2024
Richard
Richard, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 June 2024
Excellent hotel with very professional and attentive staff.
Julian
Julian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
31 May 2024
Bedroom and Bathroom not on same floor
The bathroom was on the ground floor and bedroom up a lot of stairs. This was not mentioned in the description when I booked. I had to pay extra 170 Euro per night to have the both on one floor. Cannot recommend this hotel to anyone for this inconvenience. I have an issue with going up and down stairs so this was a problem for me as I go to the bathroom in the middle of the night. Otherwise, great hotel, friendly and informative staff.
Claudia
Claudia, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 May 2024
Everything you would expect from a 5* hotel! Amazing views over Malta and the staff were fantastic. We will be back.