A list by Eva Novak & Adam Jensen. Updated October 2025.
We have created a list with the best small luxury hotels in Malta. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Beautiful. Rooftop bar. Great views. Popular among women. Situated in Valletta and with Tigné Point Beach reachable within 2.8 km, The Gomerino Hotel features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property has a year-round outdoor pool, indoor pool, fitness centre and shared lounge.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bath or shower.
A buffet breakfast is available at The Gomerino Hotel.
The accommodation offers a sauna.
Popular points of interest near The Gomerino Hotel include University of Malta - Valletta Campus, Upper Barrakka Gardens and Manoel Theatre. Malta International Airport is 7 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Tastefully decorated hotel at the heart of Valletta.
Rooms are nicely furnished with a perfect mix of modern and old-world charm, and they have comfortable beds with quality bedding. In addition, the rooftop bar, pool and stunning view over the Grand Harbour are lovely facilities to enjoy after a hot day of sightseeing.
Newly opened, May 2025. Located in Rabat, 8.5 km from Hagar Qim, Verdala Wellness Hotel AX Privilege - Adults Only provides accommodation with a terrace, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Guests can use the spa and wellness centre with an indoor pool, fitness centre, and sauna, as well as an outdoor swimming pool.
Breakfast is available, and includes buffet, à la carte and continental options.
The wellness area at the hotel is comprised of a hot tub and a hammam.
University of Malta is 11 km from Verdala Wellness Hotel AX Privilege - Adults Only, while Malta National Aquarium is 11 km away. Malta International Airport is 7 km from the property.Show full description
Historic. Superb breakfast. Cosy rooms. Located in Valletta's city centre, Palais Le Brun boasts a rooftop pool, fitness centre and terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi. The accommodation offers a business centre, a concierge service and buying tickets for guests.
All air-conditioned, rooms come with a flat-screen TV and private bathroom with either shower or bath tub. Some units also features views of the sea.
A continental, à la carte or Full English/Irish breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.
Popular points of interest near the hotel include University of Malta - Valletta Campus, Upper Barrakka Gardens and Manoel Theatre. The nearest airport is Malta International Airport, 6 km from the property.Show full description
Look at this elegant and well-maintained property, I love it, so stylish. Beautiful design, great location, and gorgeous outdoor jacuzzi in some of the rooms. Perfect place to stay in Malta. Top-class facilities!
Great breakfast. Great location. Offering a fitness centre and a bar, La Falconeria Hotel is set in Valletta. WiFi is free throughout.
Each elegantly decorated room at this hotel is air conditioned and comes with a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have views of the city. Rooms include a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries.
You can start the day with an à la carte breakfast, which provides a selection of sweet and savoury products, served hot and cold, as well as fresh fruit, hot drinks, and fruit juice.
There is a 24-hour front desk at the property.
The hotel also offers car hire. Upper Barrakka Gardens is 300 metres from La Falconeria Hotel, while National Museum of Archaeology is 100 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Malta International Airport, 5 km from the property.Show full description
Historic. Great location. Cosy rooms. Featuring free WiFi and views of the city's rooftops, The Saint John - AX Hotels offers modern accommodation in Malta's capital Valletta. The property is 5 minutes' walk from St. John's Co-Cathedral.
Fully air conditioned, each elegant room has a contemporary style and features a flat-screen smart TV, a work desk, and a coffee machine. The en suite bathroom includes a hairdryer, a bathrobe, slippers and free toiletries.
You can start the day with a breakfast, which provides a selection of sweet and savoury products, as well as fresh fruit, hot drinks, and fruit juice. Guests can enjoy a beer or cocktail at the hotel's bar.
You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property.
The National War Museum is 300 metres away, while the Upper Barrakka Gardens are just a 10-minute walk away. Malta International Airport is a 15-minute drive from the property.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a great location in Valletta.
Great location. Rooftop bar. Offering a rooftop terrace and pool, Hotel Juliani - Boutique Hotel has panoramic views across Spinola Bay. Set in an elegant town house on Saint Julian's seafront, it offers free Wi-Fi and free parking.
Spacious, air-conditioned rooms at this boutique hotel include a minibar and a TV with satellite channels . Each private bathroom has soft bathrobes plus Walk-In Shower and Rain Showers , hairdryer and free toiletries.
The on-site Zest restaurant specialises in European and Asian cooking, and includes a terrace bar. A continental buffet breakfast is served in the Juliani Cafe, which also offers light meals and snacks throughout the day.
The hotel is a 10-minute walk from the beach at Balluta Bay. Spinola bus stop is right outside with great connections around Malta.Show full description
Hyatt Regency Malta features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in St Julian's. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a concierge service and free WiFi. Guests can use the spa and wellness centre with an indoor pool, fitness centre, and sauna, as well as a seasonal outdoor swimming pool.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Each room has a kettle, while selected rooms are fitted with a balcony and others also offer city views. Guest rooms include a wardrobe.
A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast is available at the property.
With staff speaking Afrikaans, Arabic, Bengali and German, around the clock guidance is available at the reception.
Popular points of interest near Hyatt Regency Malta include St George's Bay Beach, Bay Street Shopping Complex and Portomaso Marina. Malta International Airport is 9 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Newly opened, June 2025. 1926 Les Bains Private Spa Suites features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a private beach area and bar in Sliema. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 400 metres from Qui-Si-Sana Beach.
At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving French, Mediterranean and Seafood cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options can also be requested.
1926 Les Bains Private Spa Suites offers a sun terrace.
The Point Shopping Mall is 400 metres from the accommodation, while Love Monument is 3.1 km away. Malta International Airport is 9 km from the property.Show full description
Rooftop bar. Rooftop pool. Popular among women. With panoramic views of St. Paul's Islands, this modern hotel offers two swimming pools, a sun terrace, a gym, a rooftop bar and a restaurant. The property is located within a 5-minute walk of Bugibba Perched Beach and offers convenient access to the other rocky and sandy beaches in the area.
With air conditioning and free WiFi, rooms at the Sea View feature a furnished balcony. They all come with tea/coffee making facilities, a minibar, a safe and a satellite TV. The en-suite bathroom is equipped with a hairdryer and free toiletries.
A continental breakfast is available daily and includes cooked dishes. The restaurant serves both Maltese and English specialities.
Diving, fishing and horse riding excursions can be booked at reception. Boats to the nearby islands leave from Plajja Tal'Bognor, a few minutes' walk away.
The property is a 5-minute walk from Bugibba centre. Shops, restaurants and clubs are within 500 metres of the Seaview Hotel - Adults Only 16 Plus.Show full description
Nice boutique hotel with a fantastic rooftop infinity pool and relaxing views over the bay. Good-looking rooms are nice-sized with outstanding facilities and super soft beds. This place is lovely in every aspect!
Newly opened, October 2025. Ideally located in the Ta' Giorni district of Il-Gżira, Regional Hotel by NEU Collective is set 1.2 km from Rock Beach, 2 km from The Point Shopping Mall and 2.1 km from Love Monument. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a sauna. The property has a year-round outdoor pool, indoor pool, fitness centre and restaurant.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Free WiFi is accessible to all guests, while certain rooms also offer a terrace. All guest rooms feature a wardrobe.
An à la carte breakfast is available at Regional Hotel by NEU Collective.
Languages spoken at the 24-hour front desk include English and Italian.
University of Malta is 1.2 km from the accommodation, while Portomaso Marina is 2.5 km from the property. Malta International Airport is 7 km away.Show full description
Elegant. Relaxing atmosphere. Renowned for its excellent quality of service the hotel is located on the doorstep to the City of Valletta offering views over The Grand Harbour, historic Valletta, the hotel’s 7 acres of private gardens, or Floriana. The Phoenicia Malta - The Leading Hotels of the World offers extensive services including a relaxing Spa and Gym, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, iconic Palm Court Lounge, The Club Bar and 2 Restaurants.
The hotel is a 10-minute walk from both the ferry terminal to Sliema and Barrakka Lift, which links to Valletta Waterfront ferry terminal and promenade.
The Phoenicia Malta - The Leading Hotels of the World’s infinity pool sits at the bottom of the hotel’s gardens against the beautiful Bastions and overlooks the harbour. During spring and summer, the Bastion Pool Bar & Restaurant is open for dining and beverages.
An extensive breakfast buffet offering both hot and cold items including specialty coffees is served daily in The Contessa Restaurant. The Contessa Restaurant is open daily offering a menu which features a combination of Maltese and Mediterranean dishes.
Rooms are elegantly appointed with Mediterranean tiled floors. All air-conditioned, they also feature a minibar and tea and coffee-making facilities. They are all equipped with complimentary wireless internet access, and Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.Show full description
A grand and classy hotel in a delightful city without walking distance to all the nice spots. The interior decor throughout the property and grounds are unique. The hotel also offers the beautiful Bastion pool near the well-kept garden with a perfect view. WOW!
Located 100 metres from the seafront in Sliema, Courtyard by Marriott Sliema offers views across to Malta’s capital, Valletta. It features a summer rooftop pool plus an indoor pool with a hydromassage tub. WiFi is free in public areas.
The Camilla restaurant offers a daily buffet dinner and à la carte menu with a range of Mediterranean and international dishes. A breakfast buffet is served daily and there is a 24-hour café.
There is a lounge area which has live entertainment and satellite TV. Rooms have Wi-Fi access and private bathrooms with hairdryer. Studios and apartments also offer a kitchenette.
Courtyard by Marriott Sliema’s staff can advise on water sports, walking and cycling in the area. You can also catch the Valetta water taxi and local buses to explore the island. The hotel is 2 km from St. Julian's Bay and 7 km from Malta International Airport.Show full description
Very stylish. Elegant. Great interior design. Popular among couples. Rosselli AX Privilege offers accommodation in the heart of Valletta. Set in a 17th-century building formerly owned by a member of the Knights of Malta, the hotel combines Baroque architecture and modern facilities, including free WiFi throughout. A restaurant and a bar are also available on site.
All air conditioned, units at Rosselli AX Privilege feature a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom equipped with free toiletries and a hairdryer.
A continental breakfast with a selection of sweet and savoury products, as well as fresh fruit is available daily, while the Michelin-starred restaurant boasts a sophisticated menu and dessert selection.
For any tips on how to get around or what to do in the area, guests can ask at the reception, available 24/7.
Rosselli AX Privilege is less than a 10-minute walk from the city gate. The hotel is 400 metres from St. John's Co-Cathedral and 1 km from Upper Barrakka Gardens. The nearest airport is Malta International Airport, 8 km away.Show full description
Historic property. Lovely property. 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
Charming, luxurious building with a lot of character and stunning views across the island in a great area. One of the most HISTORIC boutique hotels in Malta. It also has A COOL ROOFTOP RESTAURANT.
Charming. Historic. Great value. Popular among couples. Cugo Gran Macina Malta features rooms in Senglea. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with an outdoor pool. Staff on site can arrange airport transfers.
All rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area and a flat-screen TV. The rooms come with air conditioning, and certain rooms at Cugo Gran Macina Malta have a terrace. At the accommodation each room includes a private bathroom with free toiletries.
Cugo Gran Macina Malta offers a continental or à la carte breakfast.
Valletta Waterfront can be reached in 5 minutes by ferry. The nearest airport is Malta International Airport, 5 km from Cugo Gran Macina Malta.Show full description
The old castle is gorgeously decorated modernly with stunning rooms and nice touches like soothing grooming toiletries and fluffy beddings. Based on my research this is the most CHARMING small luxury hotel in Malta.
Great value. Park Lane Aparthotel is located on the Qawra peninsula with views of St.Paul’s Bay. It has a rooftop pool and terrace with panoramic views of the Mediterranean and offers free Wi-Fi and air-conditioned accommodation.
The studios and apartments include a kitchenette, a private bathroom and satellite TV. Rooms also come with tea/coffee making facilities and a small fridge.
A continental breakfast, including a cooked-to-order breakfast, is served daily. The Park Lane also has a bar serving drinks throughout the day. These can be enjoyed on the furnished patio.
Guests can relax in the lobby where there is a wide-screen TV. Staff can provide information and assistance on booking tours and trips throughout the island.
The property is directly opposite Bugibba Bus Station. A shuttle service to/from Luqa Airport can be arranged on request.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Charming. Comfortable beds. Popular among women. Situated in St Julian's, 600 metres from Balluta Bay Beach, HOLM Boutique & SPA - IK Collection features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, a concierge service and free WiFi. The hotel offers an indoor pool, hot tub and room service.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Selected rooms also boast a kitchenette with a toaster. All rooms have a wardrobe.
HOLM Boutique & SPA - IK Collection offers a sun terrace.
Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Love Monument, Portomaso Marina and Bay Street Shopping Complex. Malta International Airport is 9 km from the property.Show full description
Delightful property. Highly elegant. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. Lure Hotel & Spa - Adults Only is situated in Mellieħa, within 1.6 km of Mellieha Bay Beach and 3.6 km of Popeye Village. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. 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. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.
Breakfast is available, and includes continental, Full English/Irish and gluten-free options.
Spa and wellness facilities are at guests' disposal during their stay at the hotel, including a hammam and on-request massage treatments.
Guests can make use of the business centre or relax in the bar.
Malta National Aquarium is 11 km from Lure Hotel & Spa - Adults Only, while Bay Street Shopping Complex is 18 km away. Malta International Airport is 22 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most beautiful, well designed and elegant boutique hotels in Malta! It also has outstanding views and a unique rooftop pool. And it is the most popular small luxury hotel in Malta, among couples.
Cosy rooms. Great value. Set 600 metres from Tigné Point Beach, Land's End, Boutique Hotel offers 4-star accommodation in Sliema and features a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. The property is situated 300 metres from The Point Shopping Mall, 2.6 km from Love Monument and 3 km from Portomaso Marina. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.
The units at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Every room has a coffee machine, while certain rooms here will provide you with a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and a microwave. All guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle.
A buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available at the property.
At Land's End, Boutique Hotel guests are welcome to take advantage of a sauna.
Bay Street Shopping Complex is 3.5 km from the accommodation, while University of Malta is 4.4 km away. Malta International Airport is 8 km from the property.Show full description
Opened May 2023. Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, balconies with city or inner courtyard views, and modern amenities such as free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars.
Guests enjoy a rooftop swimming pool, sun terrace, hot tub, and solarium. Additional services include beauty treatments and a 24-hour front desk.
Breakfast options include continental, American, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Local specialities, fresh pastries, and warm dishes are served in-room or outdoors.
Located in Birgu, the hotel is 7 km from Malta International Airport and an 18-minute walk to Rinella Bay Beach. Nearby attractions include Hal Saflieni Hypogeum and Valletta Waterfront.Show full description
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