Palazzo Castagna

Property class: 3

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Located close to Grand Harbour, Palazzo Castagna provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a coffee shop/cafe. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
The current price is AED 354
AED 392 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a round mirror, and a window with curtains.

Premium Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

A modern kitchen with a built-in sink, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a hallway with framed artwork.

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Premium Suite, Hot Tub

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a large window with curtains.

Premium Suite, Hot Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Garden View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Ghaxaq, Palazzo Castagna is near the airport. Grand Harbour and Sliema Ferry are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Saint Julian's Bay. St. Johns Co - Cathedral and Malta Experience are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Ghaxaq travel guide
Map
52 Santa Marija, Ghaxaq

What's nearby

  • A nighttime harbor with several boats docked, reflecting lights on the water.
    Marsaxlokk Bay
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • An ornate altar with a large chandelier, golden decorations, and a detailed ceiling fresco.
    St. Johns Co - Cathedral
    15 min drive - 8.6 km
  • An aerial view of a coastal city with dense urban architecture, a prominent church, and a marina filled with boats.
    Malta Experience
    17 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Ghar Dalam
    5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Sliema Promenade
    17 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Malta Intl. Airport (MLA)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Vi-Vi Cafeteria and Bistro
    4 min drive
  • Vecchia Napoli
    4 min drive
  • Costa Coffee
    4 min drive
  • Pizza Hut
    2 min drive

About this property

Palazzo Castagna

  • Hotel near Grand Harbour
  • Located close to St. Johns Co - Cathedral and Malta Experience, Palazzo Castagna provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a coffee shop/cafe. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Concierge services, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
    • A porter/bellhop, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
    • A banquet hall and an elevator
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Palazzo Castagna offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Heated floors, free toiletries, and hair dryers
    • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Mini fridges, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (37 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (35 inches high)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from May 31 to October 31:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per stay

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.50 per person, per night, up to 15 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Property class

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Malta. This property is rated 3 stars.

Frequently asked questions

Does Palazzo Castagna have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–6:00 PM. The pool is closed seasonally each year from May 31 to October 31.

How much does it cost to stay at Palazzo Castagna?

As of 15 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palazzo Castagna on 1 November 2026 start from AED 354, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Palazzo Castagna pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Palazzo Castagna?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Palazzo Castagna?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Palazzo Castagna located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Grand Harbour and within 6 mi (10 km) of St. Johns Co - Cathedral and Sliema Ferry. Malta Experience and Saint Julian's Bay are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Palazzo Castagna Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 164 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I took my wife to Malta for her birthday, I found this beautiful boutique hotel by chance on Expedia...what a find!!! The hotel is amazing, an old building restored to its former glory and more. Our garden view room was brilliant, so clean, good shower & the bed was very comfy. The balcony was a lovely extra touch. On arrival the staff had put a birthday card for my wife and a bottle of wine in our room...what a lovely gesture. The food at the hotel, was great. Lovely buffet style breakfast & a very good restaurant. We really enjoyed eating at the roof top bar by the pool :) The underground indoor pool was also a extra bonus & a nice surprise. Special thanks to the staff for making our stay so wonderful...Nirosha, Krishna & Mark you guys made it so special :) x
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
3rd time staying here. Still happy stayers. Hotel is very clean and pretty. Staff super helpful. Breakfast is continental and great to start the day with. Will be coming back next time we are in Malta!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself was okay, but the location is quite deserted and isolated, so it’s worth keeping that in mind when booking. I also experienced a sore throat during my stay, which I felt may have been related to the air conditioning. From what I gathered, the AC may not have been maintained as regularly as expected. One thing I would recommend is checking the cancellation and refund policy carefully before booking. When I decided I wasn’t happy with the hotel and wanted to cancel, I wasn’t able to receive a refund. Overall, I’d suggest doing a little research beforehand and making sure the location and cancellation terms suit your needs before booking.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little hotel, great place for couples, had all the necessities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was great, but it was difficult to get a comfortable temperature in the room, the air conditioning kept going to 19 degrees
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wir waren rundum begeistert von unserem Aufenthalt. Wir hatten ein schönes großes Zimmer zum Innenhof, somit war es sehr ruhig, wobei wir die ganze Gegend als ruhig empfanden. Das Personal war super nett und sehr zuvorkommend. Der Pool und die Poolbar sind super un zu entspannen. Das Frühstück war aucj sehr lecker und es gab jeden Tag anderes Obst. Wir empfehlen die Unterkunft mit bestem Gewissen weiter.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ein super schönes Hotel mit Pool Dachterasse,Bar, Indoorpool im Gewölbekeller... Frühstück war gut,sehr aufmerksame Mitarbeiter in allen Bereichen und äusserst freundlich. Ein geschmackvoll eingerichteter Palast sowohl in den Zimmern als auch Foyer,Cafe,Frühstückssaal... Danke
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we stepped in, till we checked-out, we felt important. Customer service is above and beyond, from front desk, to the barman at the pool, we felt they were happy to be there and always wanted to make sure all was well. Breakfast is fantastic. Don’t hesitate, book it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chambre magnifique avec terrasse et jaccuzi avec vue sur l église. Le jacuzzi n a pas fonctionné les 2 premiers jours mais grâce au personnel dévoué, il a été réparé et nous avons pu en profiter les autres jours. Restauration sympa sur le toit. Seul point négatif, le petit déjeuner n était pas prêt a l heure d ouverture .
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay! The staff were incredibly welcoming, friendly, and always happy to help. If you needed anything in particular, they were always available and very accommodating. The rooftop is fantastic, and the dinner at the hotel’s restaurant was absolutely delicious. The only downside was the breakfast. It’s a bit disappointing that there wasn’t more variety or more frequent changes in the selection from one day to the next. Other than that, the hotel was excellent, and I would definitely recommend it. If I ever come back to Malta, I wouldn’t hesitate to stay at this hotel again 😎
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très belle adresse proche de l’ aéroport
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was decorated beautifully. It was one of the nicest hotel rooms I’ve ever stayed at. Very comfortable bed and pillows. It had great full length mirrors if you wanted to do an outfit check before going out. There was a rooftop pool with a bar with music, it had a nice vibe. Wish I stayed more than one night. This hotel was close to the airport which is the reason why I chose it as I had a morning flight and I was staying on the other island of Gozo prior to this. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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No main restaurant open, not told before we arrived only roof top bar with limited options for food . Parking a nightmare, limited spaces round hotel. Staff need extra training in customer care . Room was very clean and comfortable and very quiet. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just to thank all the staff and management for a wonderful stay in Malta. The hotel is a perfect base close to the airport, but also ideally situated for site seeing. The staff at the hotel are a credit to the management and really made our holiday, which is the reason we will be returning. Reception staff Mary & Teresa always pleasant and helpful. The rooftop pool staff were a great team and we had some good times with these guys. Deval, Krishna, and Shiva who really made our stay a memorable one, not to forget Noel (hired in chef) who treated us to some outstanding food on there once a week Tapas night, Noel’s food was outstanding and not your usual Tapas food, be sure to book it if your there on a Wed night. All in all a great experience and already looking forward to returning. We booked the underground pool which was a great way to escape the heat, highly recommend. Other reviews have criticised the cooked breakfast for been cold, which I would tend to agree with on the occasion I had it, I think this could be easily remedied by not putting so much food out at a time, may be something for the management to look into. Keep up the great work and have a great season, see you later in the year.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel and easy to get pretty much anywhere in Malta. Would recommend to anyone passing through and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
O Palazzo Castagna foi, sem dúvida, o hotel mais agradável da nossa viagem por Malta. Por ser um hotel menor, proporciona uma experiência muito mais acolhedora. Em nenhum momento nos sentimos apenas mais um hóspede. O edifício é belíssimo, instalado em um casarão histórico cuidadosamente restaurado e decorado. O rooftop, com piscina e bar, é um ótimo espaço para relaxar. O grande destaque, porém, é a piscina aquecida no subsolo, inserida em um ambiente escavado na pedra. É necessário fazer reserva, mas tivemos o privilégio de desfrutá-la sozinhos durante uma hora. Foi uma experiência inesquecível e muito romântica. Ao chegarmos ao quarto, fomos surpreendidos com um mimo muito original: uma válvula a vácuo para conservar vinho, uma lembrança elegante e útil que demonstra o cuidado do hotel com os hóspedes. O hotel também possui um excelente restaurante, com opções sem glúten, algo muito importante para mim, que sou celíaca. O quarto era extremamente confortável, com cama excelente, roupa de cama de altíssima qualidade, amenities muito cheirosos e um cuidado com os detalhes que faz toda a diferença. Toda a equipe foi gentil, atenciosa e sempre pronta para ajudar. Foi a forma perfeita de encerrar nossa viagem por Malta. Tudo estava impecável. Eu voltaria sem pensar duas vezes e recomendo fortemente a quem procura uma hospedagem charmosa, confortável e com atendimento verdadeiramente diferenciado.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms,staff are very polite and friendly. Dislike, the breakfast could have been hotter but I've been assured that new warming plates are being ordered. Maybe the introduction of bacon....we left before, 7am to catch our flight.so missed out on breakfast, staff don't start until 7.30 am. No night porter /reception, for a 4 star boutique hotel not that professional.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful boutique hotel in the centre of Hal Ghaxaq Church square. Peaceful and relaxing but a great base for visiting the whole of Malta. The bedrooms are beautifully furnished and maintained by a great team of friendly staff. The buffet style breakfast is delicious and fresh. Lovely pool & rooftop bar area. Reception staff all Lovely and knowledgeable headed up by lovely Nirosha 😍
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great dinner on the roof deck, with views of the city. Had an early flight, so missed breakfast, but the staff prepared a takeaway meal of sandwiches, yogurt, and apples. Hotel was very clean and modern. Staff was very helpful and thoughtful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is a cute boutique hotel; the room was well appointed and staff friendly. I had booked it due to its proximity to the airport as I had an early flight out the next morning. However, there was a EXTREMELY loud concert of some kind right outside which went on until at least 1 am. I was unable to sleep until it was over. I am not sure if this is a common occurrence but if you value quiet when sleeping it is something to consider.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities
L’hotel è in un bel palazzo e le camere sono ampie e accoglienti ma siamo anni luce lontani dal concetto di boutique hotel. Dopo la prima notte mi sono fatta cambiare la camera perché la prima era super umida con un’unica piccola finestra. La colazione super scadente e ogni giorno un copia e incolla. Per i bambini non era previsto nulla, neanche un po di nutella o dei biscotti. Il personale garbato. La posizione vicina all’aeroporto ma lontana da tutto. Insomma è un hotel 3 stelle non un 4 stelle boutique
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gem of a hotel, incredible design with great staff. Mary on reception in particular made our stay even better. Highly recommend a stay here!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Très à l’écoute et attentionné, un établissement luxueux, bon petit déjeuner et proximité des bus et supérette
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful, peaceful property staffed by the most helpful and friendly people. The reception is always manned with welcoming, knowledgeable staff who cater for your every need. The bedrooms are spotless and cleaned daily. The beds and bedding are excellent. Very comfortable and luxurious sheeting and pillows. The bathrooms are well stocked with toiletries etc and slippers and dressing gowns supplied. The restaurant is housed in a beautiful characterful room. Breakfast is buffet style and there is plenty of options. However, it is a continental arrangement and anyone expecting a full English may be disappointed. The pool area is beautiful and carefully maintained. Plenty of towels available and the pool bar has a well stocked bar providing great cocktails. In warmer months the roof top pool area also has a restaurant and bbq nights. During cooler months the main restaurant is open in the evening for fabulous a la carte meals. The village of Ghaxaq is very quiet but the hotel is only a 5 minute walk to the bus stop. From here you can travel cheaply to other areas. Ultimately, any business is only as good as the staff who man it. Every member of staff from Nirosha on reception and her colleagues, the wonderful friendly cleaners, bar and restaurant staff and pool man, all work so hard to make your stay perfect!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026