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An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, a view of the landscape, and hanging red flowers. - The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux (Mdina)
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees. - The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux (Mdina)
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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Medieval palace in walled Mdina

Ancient stone walls encase Michelin-starred De Mondion, serving exquisite Maltese cuisine with fine wines. Evening transforms Mdina into a peaceful sanctuary after day-trippers depart. From private terraces with hot tubs, guests enjoy spectacular countryside views while attentive staff anticipate every need.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a green armchair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a floral curtain.

Deluxe Room (Porch)

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a table, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Deluxe Room

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a telephone, a mirror, a door leading to a bathroom, and a curtain.

Deluxe Suite

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

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A hot tub on a balcony with a view of the sunset over a cityscape.

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
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a small plant on each.

Basic Duplex (Room)

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

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A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, and a round window with a wooden frame.

Duplex (Suite)

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

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A neatly made bed with white linens and a green upholstered headboard. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a small plant on one.

Presidential Suite

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

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A hotel room with a dining area, a large window with a view of a historic building, and an air conditioning unit.

Executive Suite

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

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A rooftop terrace with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and an umbrella.

Executive Suite, Terrace (Jacuzzi)

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

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A neatly made bed with two pillows, a wooden headboard, bedside tables with lamps, and a white railing.

Standard Duplex Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a round window with a view.

Duplex Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a bench, a chair, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Executive Duplex Suite with Jacuzzi

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with a vintage green sofa, a bed with a white and blue bedspread, a large painting on the wall, and a patterned rug.

Bastion Chateaux

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

About the neighborhood

Located in Mdina, The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux is in the historical district. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Malta Experience, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Golden Bay and St George's Beach. San Anton Gardens and Palazzo Parisio & Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours, horse riding, and ziplining. Visit our Mdina travel guide
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Misrah il-kunsill, Mdina, Malta, 1050

What's nearby

  • A coastal cityscape with historic architecture, including a prominent dome and spires, and a harbor with a yellow ferry.
    St. Paul's Cathedral
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A historic stone structure with statues, surrounded by trees and a building with a dome.
    St Paul's Church & the Grotto of St Paul
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A wrought iron gate with a cross, a stone building with a carved leaf and text, and a clear blue sky.
    Catacombs of St. Paul and St. Agatha's Crypt
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mdina Dungeons
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mdina Old City Gate
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Malta Intl. Airport (MLA)
    32 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    8 min drive
  • Charles&Ron Cafe
    9 min drive
  • Starbucks
    7 min drive
  • Square PAMA
    7 min drive
  • KFC
    7 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip 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
  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • 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

Property 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: EUR 1.50 per person, per night, up to 15 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
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

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9 AM–5 PM.

Is The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux?

Check-out is at noon.

Does The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of EUR 40 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux located?

Located in Mdina Old City, this luxury hotel is steps from Mdina Dungeons and St. Paul's Cathedral. Mdina Old City Gate and St Paul's Church & the Grotto of St Paul are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 274 out of 361 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 361 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 361 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 361 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 361 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, lovely staff, hot tub and private balcony divine.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Probably one of the nicest hotels I stayed at. Felt like a true palace. Staff and service were amazing as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel with the best staff. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Simeon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, it was a very positive experience. Staff were very helpful and the breakfast was excellent. Moreover, even the in-room dining was very good. The room is very nice and spacious. One missing detail was the iron and ironing board.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lyndsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic building in a quiet location once the day trippers had departed the town. Excellent, friendly and discrete service from well-informed staff. Our in room telephones were not working and were fixed the next day.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was exceptional, especially with the excellent efforts to help arrange tours, transportation and wine tastings. More than anything (setting aside the excellent, unique, location and restaurant), the staff helpfulness was most appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are exceptionally to say the least- my only criticism is that Mdina can be done in a day- good to show how you can keep this brilliant hotel as a base for exploring Malta- although should have asked this before and the brilliant staff would have stepped up.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a elegant experience start to finish. Highly recommend Xara Palace for first-class service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Very friendly staff. Room in good order. Good food
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful hotel. Friendly and attentive service and spotless rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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
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10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place and fabulous dining
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sadaf

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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

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
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10/10 Excellent

Hermione

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
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location and history of th wpalace
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

STUART

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room, dining, breakfast and service all top quality.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel with very professional and attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

John

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

Superb hotel

Superb service, excellent hotel and beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Dax

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here, felt like we were stepping back in time and the staff and service was impeccable
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An oasis of calm inside the Mdina city walls with a nice restaurant next door. Room with own terrace was a really nice treat and enjoyed a hot tub afternoon. Views fantastic and breakfast the follow day pleasant on the terrace (breakfast included - just extra for hot breakfast like English or eggs Benedict) Stayed in room 7 which was split level and gorgeous - would have happily stayed longer although to note rooms 5, 6 & 7 are under the breakfast terrace/indoor seating area and for about 2 hours 9.30pm - 11:30pm there was a lot of banging and scraping on the floor…. Do not know what was being done for such a sustained duration and it did spoil the evening a little. Also too 7 terrace gets glorious sun in the morning / early afternoon but then is completely Shaded so depends on your preference for sun time (loungers and brolly provided)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique building. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025