The Xara Palace Relais & ChateauxvsAX The Palace
Both properties are rated highly by writers. On balance, The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux is the choice of most writers compared to The Palace. The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux comes in at #1 in Malta with endorsements from 5 reviews like Gayot, Lonely Planet and The Telegraph.
The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux
Misrah il-Kunsill, Mdina, Island of Malta MDN 1050, Malta
From $153/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Gayot
"A varied past and superb location enable this hotel to bring Mdina's rich history to life."
Hideaway Report
92.0
"Boutique hotel in a restored late 17th-century palace, incorporating the medieval bastions of the historic walled city of Mdina." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"Part of the distinguished Relais & Chateaux collection, The Xara Palace is an upscale boutique hotel housed in a gorgeous palazzo dating from the 17th century." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"The five-star Xara Palace is the only hotel in Mdina. Staying here gives you the chance to really appreciate 'The Silent City' in the evening, when all the tour groups have gone." Full review
Independent
"The only hotel inside the walls of Malta’s first capital, Mdina, this is the place to stay to fully appreciate “The Silent City”"
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"This 17th-century palazzo contains 17 soft-hued duplex suites filled with antiques and original artworks; some have fabulous views." Full review
AX The Palace
High Street, Sliema, Island of Malta SLM1542, Malta
From $81/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Oyster
Luxury
"The 149-room Palace is a stylish luxury hotel in the center of Sliema, with a stunning infinity pool on the roof, the highest point in the city." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"A five-star contemporary hotel in the heart of an upmarket residential area minutes from the Sliema Waterfront, rock swimming, boat trips, shops and restaurants." Full review
Jetsetter
"Five-star glamour at one of Sliema's top hotels on TripAdvisor, with wine, a spa voucher and more." Full review
Michelin Guide
"A luxury boutique hotel that combines high-design aesthetics with the kind of comforts you’d expect from a place called the Palace." Full review
Independent
"The rooftop terrace is the focal point of the hotel, with a large infinity pool, bar and plenty of seating from which to enjoy the panorama. There’s also a spa and indoor pool."