The Xara Palace Relais & ChateauxvsLABRANDA Riviera Hotel & Spa
Both properties are rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux is preferred by most professionals compared to The Riviera Resort & Spa. The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux is ranked #14 in Malta with accolades from 2 reviews like The Telegraph, Gayot.
The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux
Gayot
Hideaway Report
Oyster
The Telegraph
Independent
Lonely Planet
Afar Magazine
Time Out
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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
"A varied past and superb location enable this hotel to bring Mdina's rich history to life."
92.0
"Boutique hotel in a restored late 17th-century palace, incorporating the medieval bastions of the historic walled city of Mdina." Full review
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
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
"The only hotel inside the walls of Malta’s first capital, Mdina, this is the place to stay to fully appreciate “The Silent City”"
Top choice
"This 17th-century palazzo contains 17 soft-hued duplex suites filled with antiques and original artworks; some have fabulous views." Full review
"Why we love it: A Mdina refuge that offers the ultimate escape from the crowds The Highlights: - An ideal location within the city walls of Mdina - Suites with terraces and outdoor..." Full review
"Enchanting luxury historic hotel nestled in the fortified citadel of Malta's former capital" Full review
"This prestigious palazzo in Malta's Silent City has a lot to say for luxury, with a Michelin-star restaurant, private palace extension and royalty scrawled in its guestbook. Within the..."
Recommended
"A converted 17th-century palazzo, The Xara Palace is the only hotel within the walls of the Silent City of Mdina. This Malta hotel offers beautiful views of the countryside. Take..." Full review
LABRANDA Riviera Hotel & Spa
Marfa Bay, Mellieha, Island of Malta MLH02 , Malta
From $37/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast