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Canifor Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, in the vicinity of Golden Sands Beach

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Exterior
Reception
Property grounds
Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools
Daily breakfast for a fee

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • All-inclusive
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
The current price is AU$79
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

Explore the area

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Triq In Nakkri, Qawra, St. Paul's Bay, Malta, SPB 05
  • Place, The Malta Classic Car Collection
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bugibba Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Malta National Aquarium
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Balcony | View from room

Standard Double or Twin Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 4 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Single Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 4 Twin Beds

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 4 Twin Beds

About the area

St. Paul's Bay

Canifor Hotel puts you in the centre of St. Paul's Bay, 9.1 km (5.6 mi) from Golden Sands Beach and 9.7 km (6 mi) from St. Paul's Cathedral. Highlights at this hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .The restaurant, Canifor Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub, sauna and kids' swimming pool. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning breakfast is available between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Qawra hotel include Catacombs of St. Paul and St. Agatha's Crypt and Fort St. Elmo.

What's nearby

  • The Malta Classic Car Collection - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bugibba Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Malta National Aquarium - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bugibba Square - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mellieha Bay - 13 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Promenade Kiosk - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Craftsman Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cheeky Monkey Gastropub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Agora Bar&Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Michele's Gelateria - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Canifor Hotel

Hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, in the vicinity of Golden Sands Beach
Some rates at Canifor Hotel are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Canifor Hotel offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools, an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a sauna. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A children's pool, a fitness centre, and a rooftop terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Canifor Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star St. Paul's Bay hotel is smoke free.

  • 170 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Canifor Hotel offers 170 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to balconies. Satellite televisions are provided.

Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. In-room massages and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided 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 self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Canifor Restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 AM; check-in end time: noon

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Malta. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

Canifor Hotel St. Paul's Bay
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Canifor Hotel?

Canifor Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Canifor Hotel?

As of 15 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Canifor Hotel on 1 Nov 2025 start from AU$77.22, 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.

Is parking available at Canifor Hotel?

Yep, Canifor Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Canifor Hotel?

Yep, Canifor Hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Bugibba Beach. Fun beach activities include scuba diving.

Does Canifor Hotel have a pool?

Take your pick from 2 outdoor swimming pools, an indoor pool and a kids' pool.

What luxury perks are available at Canifor Hotel?

Canifor Hotel features 2 outdoor pools, an indoor pool and 1 hot tub.

What makes Canifor Hotel a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies and massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Canifor Hotel.

Does Canifor Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, brekkie is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Canifor Hotel?

No, Canifor Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Canifor Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Canifor Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Canifor Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Canifor Hotel Reviews

6.2

6.4/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 240 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 240 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 240 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 240 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Canifor Hotel St Pauls Bay - Do not stay here

This is not a 4* hotel. Liiterally just left this hotel. l Would not recommend to stay in this hotel. Like other reviews, location is great, some of the staff are friendly. I only booked for breakfast, which was fine. However, the young students that were staying there (around 40) were extremely disruptive, running up and down the corridors banging and shouting. This was constant from 8.30-10.30 and then between 2am and 3.30am. Reception staff not interested. We had to go out and speak to them ourselves. Whilst we were there the hotel had to repair one room twice as doors had been broken. You don't see the 'teachers' anywhere. We found out that the hotel 'houses' students wanting to learn English on a weekly basis. When we left the hotel to fly home, so did these students, but another lot were arriving. This hotel may have been a 4* a couple of years ago, but I would rate as a 1 or 2* - this would be due to the students damaging the rooms. This hotel either needs to put all the students on one floor or have the whole hotel as a student accommodation. If you are already booked into this hotel and your room is either 200 or 300 something, ask to change, as it seems the students at this hotel are allocated rooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

carmelo

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

Canifor hotel

Our stay at the canifor hotel was absolutely amazing. The staff is very helpful and the hotel was very clean and beautifully .I will go back again.Overall the hotel exceeded all our expectations we highly recomended
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property on whole was good and staff helpful. £1 breakfast was value for money.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location for amenities and bus station, local bars. Staff very helpful Food very good, i haven't had a bad meal yet
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our first room smelled so bad on poison( later discovered that there's so many little bugs) tha we had to ask for another one. To their credit they did change it immediately. The room was old and outdated . No safe deposit box , horrible bed, bed sheet would have been frrom ww2 same with the pillows.Towels were old as well. The ceiling fan was shaking at low and high speed the air-conditioning wasn't cooling as it should but making a loud noise. Had full board paid but used it only once as i wasn't impressed(different taste maybe but some people were eating).don't know how it got rated 4 stars but this is definitely the worst hotel that we stayed in. Do not do the same mistake as i did thinking its a 4 star should be good.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Allan

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Rhiannon

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and staff just works next door made it noisy from 7.30am.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money .The food was excellent.Something for everyone. We understand theres building work going on but its progress for the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

Amazing place

This hotel was absolutely lovely! It is only a short walk from the beach and there are many restaurants and shops around. There was music in the evening and dancing which was so fun! There is an indoor and outdoor pool that are open 9-6. The breakfast buffet had lots of options. The room was nice and clean. I would definitely stay there again next time I come to Malta
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facilities, 2 pools , sauna , very nice and helpful staff .
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Friendly staff clean hotel well worth the money

Hotel was decent very helpful & friendly staff clean & great location highly recommended & will definitely be returning
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Cesar

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
AC kept making a sparking noise throughout the night, couldn’t use ceiling fan because it also made loud noses, phone in room didn’t work, there were roaches and ants in my room as well
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Christian

Travelled with group
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Overall not too bad

We really enjoyed our stay. The hotel is clean. Unfortunately we try to grade during asked day to all inclusive but they refused wasn’t that the state was really good. The breakfast are OK but please be careful as I found a fly in the milk, but they quickly changed it. The food is OK. The staff are not all the best, but Natalie is fantastic. She has a time for you.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

David

Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

SILVIA KARINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is very comfortable but the receptionists and the woman who is in charge of the bookings were not friendly nor kind
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

SILVIA KARINA

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the location and my room was very comfortable! The only detail the cleaning staff do not let you sleep at 7 or 8 am they knockking at the door!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Mayet

Travelled with group
For me it is not a 4 star hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was excellent the staff we're pleasant and there was plenty of choices at meal time. Even the bar was reasonably priced. Over all really enjoyed our time at the Canifor and would definitely return thank you.

8/10 Good

Katarina

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Stephanie, North Liberty

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff and housekeeping staff were pleasant and helpful. However, I kept having a bad experience with one of the employees who serves the breakfast in the morning (woman, wears glasses); she was rude, to say the least, and considering she was being pleasant with everyone else, I can’t help but take it personal considering it happened every timeI went downstairs for breakfast. When it comes to the hotel itself, gym is very tiny, has a dirty carpet, and weights are practically non existent (enough stationary bikes and treadmills, though). Air conditioning in the main foyer feels nice and is strong; however don’t let that fool you as in the rooms it is not controlled by the individual guest themselves, therefore the rooms can get quite hot during the day which makes them almost uninhabitable. The ceiling fan and the closing of the curtains helps, along with being practically naked. I did see a cockroach in the room. TV is small, no remote to be found. Bed was a good size, but had a spring mattress so it was quite uncomfortable. The hotel is within walking distance to several spots.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Dupree

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It is an old and outdated hotel,you really pay for what you get. They want you to pay for a remote for the room,extra room key carda, tea pots,etc.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022