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Palazzo Castagna

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Grand Harbour

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Restaurant
Reception
Interior detail
Lounge

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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52 Santa Marija, Ghaxaq
  • Place, Marsaxlokk Bay
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Ghar Dalam
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Malta Experience
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Room

Premium Room

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

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

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

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Premium Suite, Hot Tub

Premium Suite, Hot Tub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, Garden View

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

About the area

Ghaxaq

Near the airport.At this Ghaxaq hotel, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Grand Harbour and 6 miles (10 km) of St. Johns Co - Cathedral. Sliema Ferry and Malta Experience are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Marsaxlokk Bay - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Ghar Dalam - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 16 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Sliema Ferry - 16 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Malta Experience - 17 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Vi-Vi Cafeteria and Bistro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Four T's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Talbot & Bons - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Palazzo Castagna

3-star hotel near Grand Harbour
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A seasonal outdoor pool, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Palazzo Castagna.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Ghaxaq hotel.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Palazzo Castagna offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Ghaxaq hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

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

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 - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
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
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 0.50 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Palazzo Castagna Hotel
Palazzo Castagna Ghaxaq
Palazzo Castagna Hotel Ghaxaq

Palazzo Castagna Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 119 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keryn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spent two days here, very quiet town, very clean hotel with lovely caring staff. Roof top pool wonderful, with great views and cocktails. Ghaxaq is a quiet town with few dining out options, but if you’re looking for somewhere quiet away from the busyness of Valetta, highly recommend. Close to airport too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Anna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing stay in a lovely building

A lovely building but really lacking from a service front. Was told on arrival that is been upgraded by management to a hot tub superior room… when I’d already booked and paid for it. Was then told the restaurant was running a limited menu due to ‘menu changing’. There was pizza and pasta, neither of which I could eat being GF. We booked this hotel for proximity to the airport knowing there were no food options around but that they had a restaurant with an extensive menu. Instead we had to take a return taxi to a nearby town for dinner. The hot tub- buttons worn and 2 corners of keys not working (also no instructions). No covers for the outside furniture on terrace so when the rain stopped we couldn’t sit outside as all cushions were soaked. Breakfast was POOR. Far from what was expected. Receptionist although very polite, just didn’t seem to be able to identify or deal with any problems. Following an email asking what time we wanted to check in (and saying 1pm) we arrived at 2pm and the room was t ready. Having been in the crazy storms we were soaked through and told just to have a seat for an hour… an offer of a towel would’ve been appreciated! Lovely building and room- service sorely lacking , especially for the money.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clifford

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and the room were beautiful and the staff was courteous. There was a wedding on the property during my stay, which limited access to most of the amenities, however all in all it was a really good experience. Accessing the hotel entrance after hours is tricky and I would recommend asking one of the staff members to provide a tutorial rather than relying on the printed instructions. if you want a nice, quiet, historic place to stay in that area of the island that is close to the airport, I recommend it. If you are looking for more hustle and bustle, I would recommend somewhere closer to the coast.
Rooftop bar and pool
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Historic palatial property with stylish decor and gorgeous rooftop pool with church view.Set in a quaint village with intricate buildings and a lovely town square,it’s in a dreamy location.The rooms are spacious and comfy with mini bars,free tea and coffee and balcony views.The breakfast spread is also vast and very tasty.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

BARBARA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Woodbury

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Beautiful hotel and wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheri Ann, Howey In The Hills

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a small village so it was nice to see locals not tourists. We didn’t have any issue finding parking on the street for our rental car. The staff was top notch! So friendly and helpful. It was nice to sightsee during the day and then go in the rooftop pool to cool off. Happy Hour each evening was a bonus. We ate at the rooftop one evening because we didn’t feel like going out. It was delish. I will say the bed is the most comfortable bed I have ever slept on! Breakfast in the morning was very good and distance to the airport was a plus.
The church next door
Across the street view from rooftop
Rooftop pool
View from rooftop
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at our hotel were so attentive, polite and kind. They saw to our every need during our stay. The hotel is well positioned to explore Malta. The rooftop bar and pool were great and the food and drinks were lovely. A beautiful building in a super location with great architecture.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely stay here. The hotel is located really close to the airport which helped us maximise our stay. The rooms are lovely and spacious and they have a nice small rooftop pool. All of the staff were so lovely and caring, but a special thank you to Nirosha, she was such a good vibe and so kind, helpful and fun. Would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was clean, modern and luxurious. It is convenient for driving to airport and Valletta. My The hotel is not at all convenient for walking to any restaurants. My only criticism is that the hotel restaurant selections are very limited and as a vegetarian there were slim choices. This coupled with no restaurants in walking distance meant more driving. Otherwise we loved our room and found the inner courtyard to be very charming. Room was available early and staff were always lovely. Check out the underground pool, an incredibly unique feature!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend break

Beautiful hotel I highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little Hotel in a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Petr

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dotty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent service and lovely rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

BARBARA ANN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Palazzo Castagna is a beautiful property in the quiet village of Ghaxaq. The bedrooms are spotless with everything you need for for stay. The pool is well maintained, towels provided and a lovely pool bar. The staff are exemplary. Every single one goes out if their way to make your stay the best. Special mention to Sandeep. This is our 2nd stay here and we are returning in September. However, this stay has seen changes. Altho a full a la carte breakfast is shown on their website this is now a some what limited buffet style breakfast. Still good but disappointing compared to previous years. In addition, there is now a reduced service for food in the evening. Not sure why because their chef is an experienced, skillful man who in the past has prepared done fabulous meals for us. During our stay the hotel was full, yet, the pool bar was closed in the evening and no provision for food on several nights. This year the hotel has opened an underground cave pool. Lovely. but limited appeal and not providing any extra income fir the hotel. Feed and water your guests in the evening, every evening. Having said all that we will be vavk in September 😃
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. We booked an overnight due to the close proximity to the airport, but having stayed there wish we had booked longer. The staff were amazingly friendly and helpful. Parking can be a bit of a lottery, but there was plenty of spaces in the surrounding area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our five-night stay at Palazzo Castagna was absolutely splendid and far exceeded our expectations. We were lucky to have visited during the vibrant Feast of St. Joseph, which added an extra layer of magic to an already enchanting experience. From the moment we arrived, the concierge and hotel staff made us feel genuinely welcomed. Every interaction was warm, professional, and attentive—striking the perfect balance between hospitality and discretion. The team went above and beyond to ensure our comfort and make local recommendations that enriched our stay. The hotel itself is beautifully maintained. Our room was spotless, well-appointed, and incredibly comfortable. The thoughtful design, blending old-world charm with modern amenities, created a luxurious yet relaxing atmosphere that felt like a private retreat. Every corner of the hotel radiated elegance and care. Palazzo Castagna is not just a place to sleep—it’s a destination in itself. Whether enjoying breakfast on the terrace or returning to a perfectly made room after a day of sightseeing, every detail contributed to a truly memorable experience. We wouldn’t hesitate to return and highly recommend Palazzo Castagna to anyone seeking refined comfort, warm hospitality, and an authentic Maltese experience.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

C

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

C

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful property with a lovely couryard, comfortable rooms, and friendly, helpful staff. The hotel is in a quiet neighborhood close to an excellent bus service. It is about 30 minutes from Valetta by bus, and the service is regular, frequent, reliable, and cheap.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Palazzo Castagna was lovely. The hotel is located in quite part of the island and the rooms are well appointed and very clean. Preet and all the staff were welcoming and helpful with any questions we had. The fact that the hotel has a restaurant is another plus as there are not to many dining options in the neighbourhood. I highly recommend this hotel and would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the staff, the hotel is beautiful. The church bells ringing all night longer were the issue.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025