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The Xara Palace - Relais & Chateaux

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A Relais And Chateaux hotel. Rialto is a Virtuoso agency and can provide VIP access and offers.

The Xara Palace stands as the only hotel within Mdina’s medieval walls. Built into the ancient bastions, this exquisitely restored, 17th-century palazzo houses 17 individually appointed rooms and suites; each is adorned with antique furniture, original artwork, and Parisian fabrics, while many feature 180-degree views over the Maltese countryside. Culinary experiences include the Michelin-starred de Mondion, the Medina restaurant — set within an 11th-century Norman residence — and the charming Trattoria AD 1530 for pizza and pasta. The Silent City’s baroque wonders lie just outside your door.

Misrah Il Kunsill, MDN 1050 Rabat, Malta
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The Xara Palace - Relais & Chateaux

About The Xara Palace - Relais & Chateaux

Insider tip

Join an exclusive, after-hours walking tour of Mdina, when the day-trippers have all departed and the evening streetlights cast a romantic glow across the ancient stones.

In the hotel’s own words

The Xara Palace Relais & Châteaux

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A 5-star boutique holiday in the Mediterranean unlike any other you’ve ever experienced.

The Xara Residence portfolio, already renowned for the 17th century palazzo that is the Xara Palace Relais & Châteaux, proudly expands its offerings within Mdina and beyond as we welcome the addition of the stunning Palazzino Belvedere Relais & Châteaux in Mdina and the charming Villa Barumbara tal-Larinġ Relais & Châteaux in Rabat. This expansion is a testament to the collection’s relentless desire to associate itself with meaningful experiences that elevate the art of living.

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  • Room upgrade on arrival, based on availability
  • Daily breakfast for two per bedroom
  • $100 hotel credit per stay
  • Welcome amenity
  • Early check-in and late check-out, based on availability

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Rooms and suites

10 room types, as described by the hotel.
Rooms
Size
1Duplex Room
Duplex rooms at The Xara Palace boutique hotel make full use of the original high ceilings to create split level areas, separating sleeping and living quarters.
301–474 ft²
2Deluxe Room with Panoramic View
The Deluxe Room with Panoramic view at The Xara Palace 5 Star Boutique Hotel is a unique, charming and intimate room featuring a luxurious bedroom and comfortable seating area, complemented by fine watercolour pictures of scenic Malta, as well as boasting a marble-clad bathroom with premium amenities and rich antique…
301 ft²
3Deluxe Room with Panoramic Porch
These charming rooms are set on top of the terrace, overlooking the glass-roofed internal courtyard and feel more like private apartments rather than hotel rooms.
Members only
4Palazzino Belvedere Relais & Châteaux
The joie de vivre takes on a new lens in the stunning Palazzino Belvedere in Mdina, a two bedroom extension of The Xara Palace Relais & Châteaux spanning back to the Medieval period beautifully adorned with an abundance of artefacts, traditional Maltese tiles, as well as honey coloured stone walls that set the tone…
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Suites
Size
5Duplex Suite
These beautifully restored Duplex Suites form part of the palazzo’s Piano Nobile. Making excellent use of the high ceilings to allow for a specially designed spiral staircase to be used to create a split level suite.
Members only
6Deluxe Suite with Panoramic View
Upon setting foot in one of the Deluxe Suites with Panoramic View, it becomes instantly apparent why these are the most sought after rooms at The Xara Palace Hotel Boutique Hotel- set directly into the bastion fortifications surrounding Mdina, these suites enjoy a truly remarkable, unhindered, breath-taking view of…
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7Executive Suite with Panoramic View
The suite boasts elegant grandeur with eye-catching original features and a wonderfully restored headboard, period pieces of furniture, comfortable sofas and arm chairs. A king size bed draped with luxurious bed linen and a number of occasional cushions guarantee total rest and comfort.
Members only
8Deluxe Suite with Terrace and Jacuzzi
Uniquely designed with style and luxury firmly in mind, these Deluxe Suites boast a stunning private sun deck terrace and outdoor Jacuzzi, set atop the bastion fortifications – guaranteeing unsurpassed views while cooling off in your own private Jacuzzi on a hot day or simply relaxing and enjoying the stars at night.
Members only
9Executive Suite with Terrace and Jacuzzi
Terrace and Jacuzzi is truly one of a kind. This Suite is unique in decor and location within the walls of this ancient palazzo, proving to be an extremely sought-after suite with space split on two levels.
Members only
10Presidential Suite
Oozing an aura of grandeur and richness, the Presidential Suite offers comfort and fine living fit for a king, justifying its status as the most luxurious of duplex suites.
Members only

Room type data is subject to change and accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does booking through Rialto cost more than booking with the hotel?

No - VIP rates under Virtuoso always meet or beat hotel's public, flexible rate, and provide valuable amenities and possible upgrades. Rialto also provides the hotel's non-VIP and corporate rates, so you can compare with full transparency.

What is the value of the VIP benefits?

Daily breakfast for two plus the $100 hotel credit come with every stay at this hotel - adding $100-200/day in value. A room upgrade could also be worth a substantial amount, in addition to early check-in / late check-out benefits when available.

How does this compare to other programs, like through AMEX Fine Hotels & Resorts, or Chase Edit?

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