Palazzo Bifora

Property class: 3.5

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You can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Palazzo Bifora. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 477
AED 522 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov

Room options

View all photos for Suite (Aragona)

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a seating area with a bench, and a window with curtains.

Suite (Aragona)

  • City view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite (Sofija)

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a mirror.

Suite (Sofija)

  • City view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Suite (Agatha)

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a wardrobe.

Suite (Agatha)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite (Mesquita)

A neatly made bed with a patterned headboard, two bedside lamps, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Suite (Mesquita)

  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite (Murina)

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Suite (Murina)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite (Maria)

A neatly made bed with a gold headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a white door in the background.

Suite (Maria)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Mdina, Palazzo Bifora is in the city center. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Malta Experience, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Golden Bay and St George's Beach. San Anton Gardens and Palazzo Parisio & Gardens are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours. Visit our Mdina travel guide
Map
Palazzo Bifora, Number 1,, Aragon Lane, Mdina, MDN 1260

What's nearby

  • A coastal cityscape with historic architecture, including a prominent dome and spires, and a harbor with a yellow ferry.
    St. Paul's Cathedral
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A wrought iron gate with a cross, a stone building with a carved leaf and text, and a clear blue sky.
    Catacombs of St. Paul and St. Agatha's Crypt
    8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Palazzo Falson Historic House Museum
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Palazzo de Piro
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mdina Old City Gate
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Malta Intl. Airport (MLA)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Crystal Palace (Is-Serkin)
    5 min walk
  • Fontanella Tea Garden
    1 min walk
  • Palazzo Gatto Murina Mdina Café
    3 min drive
  • Coogi's
    2 min walk
  • Jeff's Pastizzeria
    8 min walk

About this property

Palazzo Bifora

  • Hotel located in Mdina Old City
  • Take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Palazzo Bifora. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a TV in the lobby
    • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and outdoor furniture
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and heated floors, in addition to thoughtful touches like pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Pillowtop mattresses and down comforters
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers or deep soaking bathtubs plus heated floors and designer toiletries
    • 50-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, heated floors, and coffee/tea makers

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Frequently asked questions

Does Palazzo Bifora have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–5:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Palazzo Bifora?

As of 26 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palazzo Bifora on 26 November 2026 start from AED 477, 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 Bifora pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Palazzo Bifora?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Palazzo Bifora?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Palazzo Bifora provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 35 per vehicle applies.

Where is Palazzo Bifora located?

Located in Mdina Old City, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of St. Paul's Cathedral, Mdina Old City Gate, and Casa Bernard. St Paul's Church & the Grotto of St Paul and Catacombs of St. Paul and St. Agatha's Crypt are also within 10 minutes.

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 Bifora Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 44 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Tiny hotel but you feel like you’re in a luxury cave. Staff is awesome and very helpful. Great location right in the middle of Mdina. Gorgeous spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly and helpful staff in beautiful old Mdina. Staying here allows you to be in this amazing city after all the tourists leave and you have the whole place practically to yourself!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean, check in was easy and so was checkout. Beautiful room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I loved it here. Two nights. Breakfast is expensive but excellent. Loved the rooftop terrace. Staff is lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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You have to stay here. Boutique hotel tucked away in the incredible medieval streets of Mdina. Rooftop restaurant with a view and a pool.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely hotel on a quiet street with exceptional staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Had a wonderful stay at Palazzo Bifora. The room was lovely and comfortable. We had a delicious dinner our first night in the hotel restaurant. The location was excellent! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We couldn't be any happier with our stay at Palazzo Bifora. The room was spotlessly clean, the hotel staff was gracious and helpful, excellent restaurants are located nearby, and the beauty of Mdina (especially at night) was stunning.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel is charming and right in the walled part of town. The room was clean and comfortable though not particularly roomy. The service was excellent. The breakfast which is included was delicious and substantial. I would be happy to stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was amazing. It felt special to stay in this city. Highly recommend it. We met Omar the owner and he told us this used to be his family home, which he took 12 years to renovate. It’s amazing ! We debated on staying in Rabat and glad we chose not too. You get a different and better experience to stay directly in this city. Walking around after dark there are not many people and the city looks enchanting. We ate two times at Fontenella Tea Garden for breakfast. Also ate at Coogie’s and AD 1530… great choices. The Medina Restaurant looked nice as well with a guitar player in the evening. We sat on the rooftop one afternoon but did not get a chance to use the pool. Looked great though.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely stunning property, with wonderful & very helpful staff. My room was beautiful, and the bathroom was even better, full under floor heating, huge rain shower, could not fault it. It was my first time travelling since my husband passed away, i felt incredibly safe & well looked after in the hotel My only two negatives was that the red light on the tv stayed on constantly, i love a dark room to sleep in, but with the tv being directly opposite the bed it was annoying and maybe swap the mini bar fridge which given how quite and luxurious the room is, the fridge motor was very loud, even when shut behind a door. Overall i still think the hotel, room & staff are absolutely lovely, id have no hesitation recommending or returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Best

The best thing about this stay was Priscila's service. She made the whole experience special. Priscila took care of every detail of our stay, especially in providing us with information and options for places to stay in Mdina. The rooms have a touch of luxury and comfort that surprised us. We will be back, because we miss it! Thank you very much for all your support.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Best hidden gem in Mdina old city

The hotel was absolutely so charming from the start. It is truly a hidden gem in an already romantic setting however the staff the decor, the attention to detail, the food the ambience everything was truly amazing and exceeded our expectations. On a hot July day of sightseeing the pool was the best way to end of our day. We spent a good few hours the next morning chilling by the pool before heading off. Priscilla and Maria and just every single staff member that we encountered were only too happy to ensure our stay was as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. I would highly recommend the hotel and I’m most certainly coming back. The food in the restaurant is to die for. I can highly recommend the prawns and the rack of lamb. I still dreaming about it. Absolutely delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Small, boutique hotel delightfully located within the ancient walled city of Mdina. The city is very quiet after 7pm. Only a couple of hotels inside. A few restaurants no bars after 7 in March which makes it so peaceful. The ancient narrow lanes of Rabat are 5 minutes outside of the walls and have plenty of eating/drinking places open late. The hotel reception closes at 8 so after that it is like staying in an apartment as no staff around. We were upgraded tp an enormous palatial room which was wonderful. Ceiling was at least 6 metres high! Bed was comfortable. Bathroom had everything you might need. The little pool on the roof is not big enough to swim in and is overlooked by restaurant tables but i imagine must be wonderful in the city in the summer heat. One of only three places with pools in Mdina. The restaurant on the roof seems a strange concept as you would have to be a guest to get through the front door after 8. We didnt use it but we did have a cocktail in the sun up there which was lovely. Staff are very sweet and courteous. If you want hotel conveniences like room service etc this is not the place but if you like a small palazzo (6 rooms) to feel like you are the only people there this is the one!! Decor is faultless. You feel privileged to be staying within the walls.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

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One of the worst hotel stays I have had. The staff are incompetent I have never experienced such poor service across the board which was so disappointing due to Malta hospitality being so fantastic. The pool was closed for two days of our stay and we were told mixed messages as to why. On our 3rd day used the pool there are diners having steak lunches whilst sunbathing. Never offered pool service all day. Upon our final day we were called at 11am asking why we haven’t checked out when the documents in the room and our key card said 12. It was the icing on the cake really. I wouldnt recommend to family and friends. The owner did compensate our chosen upgraded room but the cost is already high. We were made to feel secondary to the customers coming for coffees and lunches and that we were in the way. Very sad as Mdina and the hotel decore are lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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We didn't partake of either service owing to jet lag and keeping busy in the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved this hotel. The room and location was amazing, but what ended up making our stay really special was when something went awry with the room—the staff was *outstandingly* helpful, going above and beyond, and it really made our stay exceptional. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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it was lovely, thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely lovely boutique hotel in the center of Mdina. Our room was spacious and elegant. The service and breakfast is outstanding. The roof top area is relaxing and pretty. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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2/10 Terrible

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Review “Style over Substance” We stayed at Palazzo Bifora 10-12 September 2026. The hotel is housed in a beautiful old building right in the heart of Mdina. There are only 6 rooms and superficially at least the hotel has been refurbished to a high standard. Each room is described as a suite, some may be bigger than our’s. Our ‘suite’, Mesquita, was tiny. So small in fact you cannot even fully open the wardrobe and it is only just possible to walk into the bathroom without turning sideways! The bathroom suffered from a lack of attention to detail. The toilet seat was loose. There was permanent and very unappealing stain in the toilet below the water line. A lot of the fittings were quite loose. On two occasions during our short stay there was no hot water. The lovely Skypool heavily featured on the website…..it is there, but be advised firstly it is NOT exclusive to the hotel, and secondly it shares a space with their quite busy restaurant. So if you want to spend some time relaxing by your hotel’s pool you need to choose your moment carefully. Breakfast at €25 a head sort of sums the place up. Beautifully presented, but insubstantial, and pretty poor value. (incidentally we took all these points up with the hotel directly frankly they were indifferent)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Malta in our ❤️

If honeymooning on Malta you should definetley stay here in the silent city some nights. Beautiful hotel and surroundings and the most precious staff. We should have planned a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing hotel! The owner's attention to detail was impeccable. The hotel itself was a haven of comfort and luxury. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone seeking outstanding hospitality. I will definitely be returning in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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A beautiful boutique hotel. Perfect for a lovely relaxing stay whilst enjoying the amazing delights of Mdina and Rabat. The rooftop terrace is a lovely space to enjoy cocktails and dining. We even managed a quick dip in the pool. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The only thing we didn't like was leaving!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

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Generally not good value for money. The room is was super tiny, was not able to open a bigger suitcase properly. The system of lights automatically turning on during night when someone uses the bathroom is smart but also annoying for the other person in the room and we did not find a way to turn it off.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026