We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Malta. We have also included accommodation in boutique hotels, villas, historic buildings, country estates, guest houses, apartments, holiday homes, romantic hotels and "relais" (mansions). Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated February 2024.
Boutique hotel.Cosy. Lovely interior design. Located in Żebbuġ and with Hagar Qim reachable within 6.8 km, Lulu Boutique Hotel provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a bar. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. The rooms are equipped with a kettle, while selected rooms come with a balcony and others also offer pool views. At Lulu Boutique Hotel each room has bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available daily, and includes continental, Full English/Irish and Italian options. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Żebbuġ, like snorkelling. Lulu Boutique Hotel provides an ironing service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying. Valletta Waterfront is 7.2 km from the hotel, while Hal Saflieni Hypogeum is 7.6 km away. The nearest airport is Malta International Airport, 4 km from Lulu Boutique Hotel.Show full description
Lulu Boutique Hotel is a unique and special place with a private pool and jacuzzi for guests to enjoy. The hotel has been beautifully restored with unique architecture and design, offering an authentic, peaceful, and romantic experience.
Bed and Breakfast.Unique. Popular among women. Casa Rocca Piccola B&B has air-conditioned guest accommodation in Valletta, 2.7 km from Qui-Si-Sana Beach, 2.7 km from MedAsia Beach and 2.9 km from Tigné Point Beach. It is located 100 metres from University of Malta - Valletta Campus and provides a lift. The bed and breakfast features family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests. The units at the bed and breakfast are equipped with a seating area. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and slippers, units at the bed and breakfast also provide guests with free WiFi, while selected rooms include a balcony. At the bed and breakfast, all units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with fresh pastries, fruits and juice are available daily at the bed and breakfast. Sightseeing tours are available near the property. Guests can also relax in the garden. Popular points of interest near Casa Rocca Piccola B&B include Manoel Theatre, Upper Barrakka Gardens and Valletta Waterfront. The nearest airport is Malta International Airport, 8 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Historic. Rooftop restaurant. Popular among couples. 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 accommodation 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 boasts 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 centres 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.Show full description
The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux is a one-of-a-kind hotel situated in a historic 17th-century palace. The rooms are beautifully decorated with antiques, creating a charming and unique ambiance.
Bed and Breakfast.Trendy. Popular among couples. An 18th-century building set in Naxxar, on Malta Island, the Palazzo Suites B&B boasts two outdoor pool and three roof terrace where yoga on demand lessons take place. Wi-Fi is free throughout. The unique old capital of Malta, Mdina is less than a 10-minute drive away, while Luqa Airport is 10 km from the property. At the Chapel 5 Palazzo Suites, rooms feature exposed brick walls and a blend of locally crafted and Indonesian-style furniture. They include an en suite bathroom and most also have a balcony. Our current breakfast service is plated breakfast. The owners will be glad to give you information on car and bike rentals, as well as hiking and diving tours. Bars, restaurants and shops are all within walking distance of the B&B.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Hip. Great bar. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool and views of garden, Palazzo Pisani Malta B&B is a bed and breakfast set in a historic building in Żabbar, 2.7 km from Rinella Bay Beach. There is a private entrance at the bed and breakfast for the convenience of those who stay. You can play table tennis and darts at the bed and breakfast, and bike hire and car hire are available. There is parking on-site and the property features an electric vehicle charging station. All units feature air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Each unit is fitted with a private bathroom, a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while some rooms have a terrace and some have pool views. At the bed and breakfast, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests are welcome to eat in the on-site traditional restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, cocktails and high tea. An indoor play area is also available at Palazzo Pisani Malta B&B, while guests can also relax in the garden. Hal Saflieni Hypogeum is 3.2 km from the accommodation, while Valletta Waterfront is 8.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Malta International, 6 km from Palazzo Pisani Malta B&B, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Palazzo Pisani B&B is a charming and historic palazzo from the XVIII century that has been beautifully restored. It has an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. The owners, Céline and Alexis, are incredibly welcoming and provide excellent recommendations.
Holiday Home.Nice style. Boasting a balcony with inner courtyard views, pool with a view and a garden, Beautiful Luxury Art Deco Townhouse can be found in Sliema, close to Exiles Beach and 600 metres from Fond Ghadir Beach. With quiet street views, this accommodation offers a patio. Popular points of interest near Beautiful Luxury Art Deco Townhouse include Balluta Bay Beach, Qui-Si-Sana Beach and Tigné Point Beach. Offering free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking holiday home features an open-air bath. The spacious holiday home with a terrace and city views has 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 3 bathrooms with a hot tub. Featuring air conditioning, the holiday home offers Xbox One, game console and a iPad. The holiday home offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to cook on the barbecue. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Sliema, like cycling. The nearest airport is Malta International Airport, 8 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Charming. Superb interior design.Opened April 2022. Set within 8 km of Rock Beach and 9.7 km of Tigné Point Beach, Senglea Suites in Senglea offers a terrace and rooms with free WiFi. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Continental and à la carte breakfast options are available every morning at the accommodation. The rooms come with a coffee machine, while some rooms also feature a balcony and others also feature city views. At Senglea Suites the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. MedAsia Beach is 9.7 km from Senglea Suites, while Valletta Waterfront is 6.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Malta International Airport, 6.8 km from the hotel.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most well designed, historic and stylish boutique hotel in Malta. WOW!
Bed and Breakfast.Lovely property. Great value. Boasting three terraces, The 3Cities Auberge offers accommodation with free WiFi. Every unit has an ensuite bathroom with a shower, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a fridge. Some units include a balcony and/or a patio. A continental breakfast is available each morning at the property. Valletta is 9 km from the bed and breakfast, while St Julian's is 12 km from the property. Malta International Airport is 7 km from The 3Cities Auberge, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This bed and breakfast has great affordability and outstanding views.
Villa.Delightful property. Lovely surroundings. Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, garden view and a patio, Il Kiostro is located in Żurrieq. It is set 4 km from Hagar Qim and offers luggage storage space. The villa also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. The spacious villa is equipped with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with pool views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. The villa features a barbecue and a garden, which can be enjoyed by guests if the weather permits. Hal Saflieni Hypogeum is 7.8 km from Il Kiostro, while Valletta Waterfront is 11 km away. The nearest airport is Malta International Airport, 3 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Il Kiostro is a unique and beautiful home. It has separate bedrooms for privacy, a lovely pool area, and a colorful courtyard/garden. The house is spacious and well-maintained, with modern facilities.
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Great location. Domus Zamittello offers luxury accommodation in a restored 17th century palazzo in Valletta. The property is just as one enters Valletta, overlooking Republic Street and Freedom Square. Domus Zamittello offers an à la carte breakfast with food cooked fresh to order. It is around a 3-minute walk from Upper Barrakka Gardens and 500 metres from Manoel Theatre. Casa Rocca Piccola is 400 metres from the property. The 24-hour front desk can offer helpful tips for getting around the area. National Museum of Archaeology is 300 metres from Domus Zamittello. Malta International Airport is 6 km from the property.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a great location in Valletta!
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Rooftop pool. Popular among couples.Opened November 2020. Situated within 3.5 km of Popeye Village and 11 km of Malta National Aquarium, Lure Hotel & Spa - Adults Only features rooms in Mellieħa. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish options. The hotel has an indoor pool, year-round outdoor pool and terrace, and guests can grab a bite to eat in the restaurant. The rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Rooms include a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while certain rooms have a balcony and others also boast city views. At the hotel each room is fitted with bed linen and towels. At Lure Hotel & Spa - Adults Only guests are welcome to take advantage of a Turkish bath. Guests can make use of the business centre or relax in the bar. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Mellieha Bay Beach, Santa Maria Estate Beach and Ghadira Bay Beach. The nearest airport is Malta International, 21 km from Lure Hotel & Spa - Adults Only, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
The most RELAXING boutique hotel in Malta. It also has a unique rooftop pool. It is very popular among couples travelling to Malta.
Guest House.Lively. Great bar. Centrally located in Cospicua, BOCO Boutique Hotel is a 5-minute walk from the port. This property offers free WiFi throughout, views of the Grand Harbour and Valletta, and rooms with air conditioning. These elegant rooms come with satellite flat-screen TV, a safe and a minibar. Each has a private bathroom with shower, while some also have a balcony or terrace. A Maltese breakfast is served daily. St Julian's and Sliema are 10 km from BOCO Boutique Hotel. Malta International Airport is a 15-minute drive away.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most LIVELY guest house in Malta. It also has an amazing hotel bar and a popular rooftop bar.
Bed and Breakfast.Great location. Located in Vittoriosa, 1.3 km from Rinella Bay Beach, Palazzino Birgu Host Family Bed and Breakfast provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and express check-in and check-out. Featuring luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. At the bed and breakfast, every unit comes with a wardrobe. Units come complete with a private bathroom equipped with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer, while certain units at the bed and breakfast also offer a seating area. At the bed and breakfast, all units come with bed linen and towels. Guests can relax in the on-site bar or lounge, while a grocery delivery service is also available. Hal Saflieni Hypogeum is 3.7 km from the bed and breakfast, while Valletta Waterfront is 7.8 km away. The nearest airport is Malta International Airport, 7 km from Palazzino Birgu Host Family Bed and Breakfast.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Charming. Great interior design. Set in Mosta and within 6.4 km of University of Malta, Julina Boutique Living has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. Some units at the property feature a balcony with a city view. Bay Street Shopping Complex is 7.1 km from the hotel, while Portomaso Marina is 7.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Malta International Airport, 11 km from Julina Boutique Living.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Elegant.Opened October 2020. Located in Valletta and with Valletta Waterfront reachable within 1.1 km, Iniala Harbour House provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a tour desk. The wellness area includes an indoor pool, fitness centre and sauna, while a terrace is also available. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. All rooms include a kettle, while selected rooms have a balcony and others also provide guests with city views. At Iniala Harbour House every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. Bike hire and car hire are available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling. Speaking Catalan, Czech, English and Spanish at the 24-hour front desk, staff are willing to help at any time of the day. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include University of Malta - Valletta Campus, Upper Barrakka Gardens and Manoel Theatre. The nearest airport is Malta International Airport, 7 km from Iniala Harbour House.Show full description
Iniala Harbour House is a luxurious hotel. It has elegant suites with plunge pools and stunning views. The hotel stands out with beautifully renovated townhouses, combining historical charm with modern design.
Boutique hotel.Great location. Popular among women. Situated in Valletta, a 3-minute walk from University of Malta - Valletta Campus, Palazzo Consiglia - IK Collection features an outdoor swimming pool and a terrace. The property is around a 9-minute walk from Upper Barrakka Gardens and 700 metres from Manoel Theatre. All rooms have a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Some rooms will provide you with a seating area. A continental breakfast is served every morning at the property. Spa and wellness facilities including a hot tub and a hammam are at guests' disposal during their stay at the accommodation. The property also provides a 24-hour front desk. Popular points of interest near Palazzo Consiglia - IK Collection include Auberge de Castille, Museum in Valletta Malta and The Malta Experience. Malta International Airport is 8 km from the property.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Highly elegant. Escape to St Julians offers accommodation in Ta’ Giorni. WiFi is free throughout the property. All rooms feature a private balcony, a Smart TV and tea/coffee making facilities. A neck, shoulder and foot massager are well as a private bathroom with shower are available in each room. A sweet and savoury breakfast is served daily, including egg dishes, fresh pastries and both cheese and toasted bread. You will also find a shared kitchen at the property, provided with kettle and coffe machine. Massages are available on request. The bed and breakfast also offers bike hire and car hire. Valletta is 3.2 km from Escape to St Julians, while St Julian's is 600 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Malta International Airport, 6 km from Escape to St Julians.Show full description
Apartment.Great views. Located in Mellieħa, 1.9 km from Santa Maria Estate Beach and 2.1 km from Mellieha Bay Beach, Clifftop Modern Apartment provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. It is set 4.1 km from Popeye Village and features a lift. The spacious apartment with a terrace and sea views features 3 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.5 km from Ghadira Bay Beach. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Mellieħa, like cycling and hiking. Malta National Aquarium is 10 km from Clifftop Modern Apartment, while Bay Street Shopping Complex is 17 km away. The nearest airport is Malta International, 20 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Great value. Casal Annunzia Boutique B&B Accomodation offers a hot tub and beauty services, as well as air-conditioned accommodation in Tarxien, less than 1 km from Hal Saflieni Hypogeum. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation features a patio. There is parking on-site and the property provides an electric vehicle charging station. Certain units in the bed and breakfast have private entrance and are equipped with desk and wardrobe. Every unit includes a kettle, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while selected rooms are equipped with a terrace and some have city views. At the bed and breakfast, all units are fitted with bed linen and towels. A minimarket is available at the bed and breakfast. Valletta Waterfront is 5.2 km from the bed and breakfast, while Upper Barrakka Gardens is 5.9 km away. The nearest airport is Malta International, 4 km from Casal Annunzia Boutique B&B Accomodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Popular among couples. Boasting an outdoor swimming pool and views of pool, The Stonehouse is a bed and breakfast set in a historic building in St Julian's, 600 metres from Balluta Bay Beach. Featuring luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The property offers allergy-free units and is set 1.1 km from St George's Bay Beach. All units at the bed and breakfast come with a seating area. With a private bathroom fitted with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also have free WiFi, while certain rooms also offer a balcony. At the bed and breakfast, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with local specialities, fresh pastries and fruits are available every morning at the bed and breakfast. Guests at The Stonehouse can make the most of yoga classes offered in-house. Guests can also relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Exiles Beach, Love Monument and Portomaso Marina. The nearest airport is Malta International, 8 km from The Stonehouse, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
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