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The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux | Hotel in Mdina

| 9.3 (518 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly  11 Bathrooms  21 Guests
Mdina Old City Hotel | The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux

Hotel in Mdina Old City, Mdina

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.

The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux is located in Mdina.

This 18 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Restaurant, Breakfast, Air Conditioner, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 518 reviews with the average score of 9.3 . Coming to Mdina and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 18 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this RBO place in Mdina. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux in Mdina is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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Misrah Il-Kunsill, Mdina, MDN 1050, Malta

Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
Pool
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Bar
Parking
  • Free parking
  • Street parking
  • Parking
Activities
  • Horseback riding
  • Walking tours
  • Windsurfing
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Bowling
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Fitness center
  • Diving
General
  • Heating
  • Smoke-free property
  • Pet friendly
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Safe
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Elevator
  • Air conditioning
Guest Services
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Currency exchange
  • Pet bowls
  • Room service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tour desk
  • Ironing service
  • Pet basket
  • Car rental
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Shuttle service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Concierge
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Private check-in/out
  • Laundry
  • Baggage storage
  • Packed lunches
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Internet
  • Free Wifi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor pool (seasonal)
  • Terrace
  • Sun deck
  • Outdoor pool
Security/Safety
  • Key card access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
Spa
  • Shallow end
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Fenced pool
  • Pool bar
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport drop-off
  • Airport pickup

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed and charges may apply.
Please note that the property is located in a restricted traffic area. guests are advised to contact the property before arrival for further instructions, 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 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

Reviews

Value for money:
8.56
Location:
9.83
Staff:
9.64
Facilities:
9.04
Comfort:
9.58
Cleanliness:
9.44
Olivia
Aug 27, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Fantastic location and building. The service was excellent and very friendly. Clean room and comfortable.
Negative: The pool isn’t close to the building. Not very private and very busy
Summary: Amazing stay for the weekend
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Duplex Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 28 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Shower, Bathrobe, Slippers, Toilet, Towels, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Conditioner, Free toiletries, Shower cap, Hairdryer

General

Heating, Safe, Private entrance, Air conditioning, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio, TV, Telephone

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Deluxe Room with Panoramic View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 28 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Shower, Bathrobe, Slippers, Toilet, Towels, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Conditioner, Free toiletries, Shower cap, Hairdryer

General

Heating, Safe, Private entrance, Air conditioning, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio, TV, Telephone

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

View

City view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Deluxe Suite With Panoramic View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 55 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Shower, Bathrobe, Slippers, Toilet, Towels, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Conditioner, Free toiletries, Shower cap, Hairdryer

General

Heating, Safe, Private entrance, Air conditioning, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio, TV, Telephone

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

View

City view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Superior Suite with Terrace and Hot Tub
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 40 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Shower, Bathrobe, Slippers, Toilet, Towels, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Conditioner, Free toiletries, Shower cap, Hairdryer

General

Heating, Safe, Private entrance, Air conditioning, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio, TV, Telephone

Activities

Hot tub

Outdoors

Balcony, Terrace, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

View

City view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Deluxe Room with View from Porch
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 35 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Shower, Bathrobe, Slippers, Toilet, Towels, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Conditioner, Free toiletries, Shower cap, Hairdryer

General

Heating, Safe, Private entrance, Air conditioning, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio, TV, Telephone

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Outdoors

Patio, Outdoor furniture

View

City view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Duplex Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 55 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Shower, Bathrobe, Slippers, Toilet, Towels, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Conditioner, Free toiletries, Shower cap, Hairdryer

General

Heating, Safe, Private entrance, Air conditioning, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio, TV, Telephone

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

View

Quiet street view

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Presidential Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 70 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Shower, Bathrobe, Slippers, Guest bathroom, Toilet, Towels, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Conditioner, Free toiletries, Shower cap, Hairdryer

General

Heating, Interconnecting room(s) available, Safe, Private entrance, Hardwood or parquet floors, Air conditioning, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio, TV, Telephone

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Dining area, Fireplace, Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dining table, Coffee machine

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

View

Landmark view

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Executive Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 65 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Shower, Bathrobe, Slippers, Toilet, Towels, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Spa tub, Conditioner, Free toiletries, Shower cap, Hairdryer

General

Heating, Safe, Private entrance, Air conditioning, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Cable channels, TV, Telephone, Flat-screen TV

Activities

Hot tub

Outdoors

Balcony, Terrace, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Sofa

View

City view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Executive Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 65 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Shower, Bathrobe, Slippers, Toilet, Towels, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Conditioner, Free toiletries, Shower cap, Hairdryer

General

Heating, Safe, Private entrance, Air conditioning, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Radio, TV, Telephone

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Sofa, Fireplace

View

City view, View

Services

Wake-up service

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Coffee machine

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Bastion Suite - Annex
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 150 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar, Bottle of water, Wine/Champagne

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Bathtub, Shower, Conditioner, Bathrobe, Slippers, Guest bathroom, Toilet, Bidet, Towels, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Additional bathroom, Free toiletries, Shower cap, Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Cable channels, TV, Telephone, Flat-screen TV

General

Heating, Iron, Private entrance, Air conditioning, Trash cans

Kitchen

Kitchenette, Washing machine, Dining table, Toaster, Oven, Wine glasses, Electric kettle, Stovetop, Coffee machine, Kitchenware, Dishwasher, Refrigerator

Outdoors

Balcony, Terrace, Outdoor furniture

Living Area

Dining area, Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

View

City view, Landmark view, View, Inner courtyard view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack

Pool and Spa

Pool towels

FAQ's

Is this Mdina Old City hotel pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Mdina Old City hotel?

Check-in time for Mdina Old City hotel starts counting from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 12:00 PM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Mdina Old City hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Mdina Old City hotel has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Mdina Old City hotel?

Best-rates for the Mdina Old City hotel starts from $1,590 per night with includes Transportation/Shuttle, Sports/Activities, Bar, Accessibility, Security/Safety, Business Services, Restaurant, Breakfast, Air Conditioner, Pet Friendly, Balcony/Terrace, Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, Child Friendly, Internet, Laundry, Oceanfront, Wellness Facilities, Entertainment, Parking, Pool, View, Ocean View with all other facilities. RBO matches every traveller with their perfect accommodation, whether you are travelling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Mdina Old City hotel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 5 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Mdina Old City hotel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Mdina Old City hotel has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Mdina Old City hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Mdina Old City hotel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Mdina Old City hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Mdina Old City hotel are as follows: Free cancellation Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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