Mdina

The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux

Name: The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux
Address: Misrah il-kunsill, Mdina, 1050, MT
Rating: 9.3

Misrah il-kunsill, Mdina, 1050

The experience

Luxurious 17th-Century Palace Boutique HotelNestled in the medieval fortified city of Mdina, The Xara Palace Boutique Hotel offers a unique experience like no other.

Award-Winning Haute Cuisine and Luxury AccommodationIndulge in exquisite haute cuisine and luxurious accommodations at this Relais & Châteaux property. Each of the seventeen rooms and suites is meticulously designed with antique furniture, Parisian fabrics, and king-size beds, offering stunning views of the surrounding baroque architecture.

Impeccable Attention to Detail for an Unforgettable StayExperience a serene and pampered stay with an unhurried pace of life at The Xara Palace Hotel. From the decor to the personalized service, every detail is carefully curated to ensure a truly unforgettable holiday in Malta.

Book now and treat yourself to an exquisite getaway at The Xara Palace Boutique Hotel.

At the hotel

Popular amenities

85 listed

24-hour front desk
Access to health care professionals
Air conditioning
Airport drop off
Airport pick up
Airport shuttle
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Bar
Bowling
Breakfast in the room

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Car hire
Cashless payment available
CCTV in common areas
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Concierge service
Currency exchange
Daily housekeeping
Designated smoking area
Diving
Dry cleaning
Face masks for guests available
Family rooms
Fax/photocopying
Fence around pool
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Fitness center
Food delivered to guest room
Free Parking
Free WiFi
Guest room sealed after cleaning
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Heating
Horse riding
Invoice provided
Ironing service
Key access
Key card access
Laundry
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Meeting/banquet facilities
Non-smoking rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool - seasonal
Packed lunches
Parking
Pet basket
Pet bowls
Pets allowed
Physical distancing in dining areas
Physical distancing rules followed
Pool bar
Private check-in/check-out
Process in place to check health of guests
Restaurant
Room service
Safety deposit box
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
Shallow end
Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
Shuttle service
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Smoke alarms
Special diet menus - on request
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Street parking
Sun loungers or beach chairs
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
Swimming pool
Temporary art galleries
Terrace
Thermometers for guests provided by property
Tour desk
Tour/class on local culture
Walking tours
WiFi available
Windsurfing
Wine/champagne

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

9.3out of 10

Gorgeous property in the heart of Mdina
John · couple · 2026-09-07
10/10
“Perfection in every sense”
Worth knowing: Nothing
Unique small hotel in a stunning location
Julie · couple · 2026-09-06
9/10
“Location, the welcoming staff, the small size and the restaurant”
Worth knowing: The pool isn’t on the property- it’s a 5 minute drive away
TOP, TOP, TOP! A true 5-star experience where absolutely nothing is left to chance. Or, for something a little more ele
Sébastien · couple · 2026-09-04
10/10
“An absolutely exceptional hotel and a true 5-star experience in every sense of the word. We stayed in an Executive Double Room, which I highly recommend. The room was beautiful and spacious, with a huge terrace offering a wonderful view and a perfectly functioning private jacuzzi. The bed and bedding were simply outstanding — honestly, some of the best we have ever experienced in a hotel. The bathroom was equally impressive, with both a separate bathtub and shower, and everything was beautifully designed and maintained. Absolutely nothing is left to chance. What really sets The Xara Palace apart, however, is the level of service. Every member of staff was extremely friendly, professional and attentive. From reception and concierge to room service, everyone genuinely takes care of you. The level of hospitality is comparable to some of the finest luxury hotels and palaces we have experienced in France, whether in Paris, Deauville or elsewhere. We also really appreciated all the thoughtful touches upon arrival: a bottle of Maltese sparkling wine, local products and olive oil. The sparkling wine was actually an excellent surprise — as a French guest with some training in oenology, I found it genuinely very good. Another excellent surprise was the complimentary minibar included with our Executive Room. This is rare enough to deserve a mention. Even in many 5-star hotels in France, including establishments in Paris or Deauville, minibar items are usually charged separately. We booked through Booking.com and received an excellent offer which also allowed us to benefit from an upgrade. Considering the quality of the room and the level of service, it was outstanding value. We also appreciated being able to enjoy our room until 12 noon on departure day without feeling rushed. Even if you are a few minutes late, nobody makes you feel uncomfortable or pressures you to leave.”
Worth knowing: Nothing at all. Everything was perfect. It is very rare for me to have absolutely no negative point to mention about a hotel, but in this case, I genuinely cannot think of anything that could have been better.
Service from staff exceptional
Penelope · couple · 2026-09-01
10/10
“Exceptionsl”
Worth knowing: Nothing

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