The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux

Hotel · Mdina

The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux

Hotel · Mdina

Misrah Il Kunsill Mdina, MDN 1050, Malta

Highlights

Set in a stunning 17th-century palace, this chic Mdina hotel offers luxurious rooms, exquisite views, and an inviting atmosphere with top-notch service.

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"The Xara Palace is a stunning, 17th-century palazzo in the mostly medieval city of Mdina, a historically rich destination in the island’s interior. In its current incarnation, mere steps from Mdina’s St. Paul’s Cathedral, the hotel is a tribute to the city’s aristocratic heritage, and while it’s been subtly updated to meet contemporary luxury-hotel expectations, its atmosphere remains period-correct." - Mitchell Friedman

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"Why we love it: A Mdina refuge that offers the ultimate escape from the crowds The Highlights: - An ideal location within the city walls of Mdina - Suites with terraces and outdoor Jacuzzis - Al freso dining in the charming hotel courtyard The Review: Perched on centuries-old bastions and surrounded by stunning baroque architecture, this Relais & Châteaux property provides a fairytale setting for a stay in Malta. Housed in a 17th-century palace, it’s the only hotel within the walls of Mdina, making it the ideal refuge from cruise passengers and other day trippers who crowd the fortified city each day. Simply decorated with period furniture and muted colors, the 17 guestrooms are spacious and comfortable, with several offering lofted sleeping areas. Some rooms even have private porches or terraces, while a few suites boast outdoor Jacuzzis. The hotel doesn’t have a pool, but guests are welcome to use the one at sister property Xara Lodge. If you’d prefer to relax on site, go instead to one of Xara’s four bars and restaurants, which range from the fine-dining deMondian and The Medina Restaurant in the courtyard to the Italian-inspired Trattoria AD1530 and the casual Palazzo de Piro Café and Bistro."

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Co Mel

Google

What a lovely hotel in the old town of Mdina. Everything is topnotch and lives up to the Relais & Chateaux standards. Staying in this hotel in Mdina was on our bucket list and enjoying the early morning and night in this magical city is an amazing experience. Room was classy, clean and comfortable and breakfast tasty and exquisite. Staff were outstanding and made us feel welcome the minute we arrived and cared for until the end of our stay.

Donn123

Google

A beautiful hotel which was renovated from a 17th century palazzo with taste and the most fantastic views!||Breakfast on the outside terrace. was delicious with a perfect view.|This hotel had the most welcoming staff very helpful and knowledgeable about the area. ||Our room was an executive duplex suite with a hot tub, it was absolutely stunning and we were over whelmed when we entered our room. Think our only criticism would be to have steps to get in and out of the hot tub!!! ||We will certainly be returning to this stunning hotel. Everything about it was just superb in every way!!||Medina is truly a magical place to stay.

Ina G

Google

Beautiful hotel which was renovated from a 17th century palazzo with exquisite taste and fantastic views!|Breakfast on the outside terrace was scenic as well as delicious!|This hotel had the most welcoming staff very helpful and knowledgeable about the area. Medina is a magical place! A special thank you to Mathias,Sylvia and Steven who made our stay so special. See you again

Andrew G

Google

Just back from our latest stay in this amazing hotel; we have stayed here many times and believe it is one of the best hotels in the world! The location is amazing, the hotel building is beautiful, the services perfect and the overall experience is intimate and very luxurious. The food and views at the DeMondion restaurant are outstanding. WE will be back as soon as we can!

Lynette P

Google

Set in a converted,once ruined, old Mdina palace, this has been beautifully done with an overall feeling of old style tasteful grandeur. A small number of individually designed suites.|Comfortable beds and seating areas. Excellent breakfast though a little sluggish in the serving, although it’s all done beautifully and with the aim of providing personal service.

Santiago U

Google

Let me summarize my experience: Negatives: The price doesn’t match the quality. I’ve stayed in many “high-end” places, and this is by far the worst. The rooms are outdated and lack intuitive design. I ordered room service, and it was terrible. Positives: The location is excellent, the property is beautiful, and the views are amazing. Overall: I would say it’s not worth the price, and there are probably better options available at a much better rate.

Christina Witkowicki

Google

The property is beautiful and well situated in Mdina. The staff is truly outstanding with everyone checking in on how the stay was, if I needed any recommendations, or just how my day went. I was really impressed with the stay and would absolutely recommend it to others.

Erika Pace

Google

The hotel and location is beautiful ! Truly special place and that you have a pool near by is a bonus as well ! The room has all we needed and more , decor attention to detail beautiful. The view of all island from the terrace beautiful, all facilities lovely However few things could be improved… Drinks offered on arrival never came .. We popped for an upgrade with jacuzzi .. not worth it, as jacuzzi was like a chlorine bath ( not very inviting) or very attractive to use , honestly … The bedroom next to restaurant , even if it’s Michelin star .. but noise from loud guests can be disturbing.. Otherwise it’s a unique property and must visit at least once !