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Palazzo Castagna

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Grand Harbour

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Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Interior detail
Lounge
Bar (on property)
Reception

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov

Explore the area

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52 Santa Marija, Ghaxaq
  • Place, St. Johns Co - Cathedral
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Sliema Ferry
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Malta Experience
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Room

Premium Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Suite, Hot Tub

Premium Suite, Hot Tub

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Deluxe Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Ghaxaq

At Palazzo Castagna, you'll be 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Grand Harbour and 8.1 km (5.1 mi) from St. Johns Co - Cathedral. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free buffet breakfast. .The hotel's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Ghaxaq hotel include Sliema Ferry and Malta Experience.

What's nearby

  • Grand Harbour - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Upper Barrakka Gardens - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Sliema Ferry - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Malta Experience - 11 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Four T's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Vi-Vi Cafeteria and Bistro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fat Harry's Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Veràni - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Palazzo Castagna

Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Grand Harbour
Palazzo Castagna offers its guests an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. 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.

Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden 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 members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • 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 a safe. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Ghaxaq hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; 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 on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 10 metres
  • 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

  • Indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • 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.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift (94 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (89 centimetre high)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside 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 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 31 May to 31 October:
  • 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.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Palazzo Castagna?

Palazzo Castagna offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Palazzo Castagna?

As of 25 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palazzo Castagna on 24 Nov 2025 start from AU$152.65, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Palazzo Castagna?

The closest beach to Palazzo Castagna is St George's Beach (9 km).

Does Palazzo Castagna have a pool?

Palazzo Castagna has a seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to October).

What makes Palazzo Castagna a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Palazzo Castagna.

Does Palazzo Castagna serve breakfast?

Sure does, free buffet breakfast is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Palazzo Castagna?

No, Palazzo Castagna does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Palazzo Castagna?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant. The bar is closed seasonally each year from May 31 until October 31.

What time are check-in & check-out at Palazzo Castagna?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Palazzo Castagna?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Palazzo Castagna Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 99 reviews

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard, Bend

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

10/10 Excellent

Carly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the most beautiful hotels with the best staff! The beds are so comfy too! Would return!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a beautiful place but other than the dining room which opened at 7 pm there was not any options within walking distance which we were surprised by. The restaurant was fabulous and the staff outstanding. Highly recommend !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon, Clyde Hill

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good option near Malta Airport for early departures
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrzej

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

One night stop over.

Well appointed room with a spacious and modern bathroom. Friendly and helpful staff. Excellent quality of food. Ten minutes drive to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently had the pleasure of staying at Palazzo Castagna, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. The property combines historic charm with modern comfort, creating a perfect balance for a relaxing getaway. From the moment I arrived, the staff made me feel welcome and went above and beyond to ensure my stay was exceptional. The rooms were impeccably clean, beautifully decorated, and thoughtfully designed to provide every comfort. Waking up to the stunning views of the surrounding area was a highlight of each morning. The location is ideal—close enough to explore nearby attractions yet offering a peaceful and serene atmosphere to unwind. The attention to detail throughout the palazzo, from the architecture to the amenities, reflects a genuine dedication to quality and guest satisfaction. I also appreciated the delicious breakfast offerings and the personalized recommendations for local dining and activities. The team’s warmth and hospitality made this trip extra special. I highly recommend Palazzo Castagna to anyone looking for a memorable and luxurious stay. I can’t wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lukasz

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel in old building. Super service, friendly and kind staff. Close to the airport. Super comfortable bed and excellent quality for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

VE

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

A

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

Great hotel, close to airport

Fantastic hotel, short business trip but hotel was very clean, very comfortable, excellent food and service was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oswaldo

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

Well run boutique Hotel.

Great Hotel, excellent service. This hotel is close to the Airport, there is nothing around the Area, you need a car or hire a taxi o take the public bus to go anywhere. Public transport I found to be well organized and safe. Breakfast at the hotel was very good. Had to change rooms since our assigned room was facing the street that is under construction, we did find way to notice, the staff was very helpful in accommodating our request
Construction outside our first room
Convenient bus stop about 3 min walk
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024