The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux

Perched inside Mdina’s medieval walls on Council Square, this luxury boutique hotel puts you in the heart of historic Mdina. It’s steps from Mdina Dungeons and St. Paul’s Cathedral, about a 15‑minute drive to Golden Bay and roughly 14 km from Malta International Airport. Ideal for travelers seeking a charming, family-friendly base in central Malta.

Housed in a restored 17th‑century palace, the property offers just 17 individually styled rooms and suites with antique furniture, original paintings and king‑size beds. Rooms come with air conditioning, LCD TVs, safes, coffee/tea makers, fridges, bathrobes and hairdryers, and many enjoy sweeping views over Malta and the Mediterranean.

Relax by a seasonal outdoor pool or recharge in the sauna and spa/massage rooms. A 24‑hour fitness center, bikes for rent, a library and a poolside bar round out the leisure offering. Concierge services, elevator access, on‑site parking and a nearby children’s playground add practical comfort—perfect for families.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout keeps you connected. The hotel also offers meeting facilities, limo/town car service, dry cleaning and a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge.

Choose between on‑site restaurants, a café and a poolside bar for relaxed evenings or pre‑sightseeing fuel. Continental breakfast is served daily for a fee, and limited room service is available for late nights and lazy mornings.