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Most hotels in St Julian’s Malta are of a high standard (being a popular tourist destination in Malta), but with the 50+ hotels on offer, picking one to book that best suits your needs can be tough.
I’m here to help you make a well-informed decision and to help you have a holiday to remember.
In this hotel guide, you’ll find a selection of the best hotels in St Julian’s Malta, reviewed from personal experience and with local knowledge of the area.
If you prefer accommodation in this area on a budget, I’ve also listed a few options to check out further down below.
These are currently the best hotels in central St Julian’s.
Please note: Prices vary depending on the time of year, so rather than giving you average price indications, there are buttons for each option which you can use to check current rates.
The Hyatt Regency Malta is a fairly recent addition to hotels in Saint Julian’s and is currently the best hotel in town.
Part of the well-known international chain of luxury hotels, this particular location lives up to the name and provides all the comfort you’d expect from a hotel in this category. The rates offered are also competitive compared to other 5-star hotels in the area.
Centrally located just up the road from the nearby beach but tucked away in a side street, there’s little to fault the Hyatt Regency Malta for.
The Hilton Malta is one of the most popular hotels in Malta. It is s located in the centre of St Julian’s, between the nightlife centre Paceville and the area heading down to the quieter Spinola Bay.
A key sign of a top-rated hotel, the Hilton Malta has consistently racked up great reviews from guests for several years now.
Spacious, air-conditioned rooms with attention to detail, friendly staff looking after your every need and high-quality facilities to match the franchise brand. This is another great option for a luxury stay in this part of Malta.
The Westin Dragonara Resort is the perfect choice if all you want is a lazy holiday in comfort and luxury. You’ll find all the amenities you can think of here, plus the premium feel.
Moreover, unlike other resorts like the nearby Corinthia Beach Resort and Radisson Blu Resort Malta, the Westin Dragonara Resort has better maintained the quality of its interiors and the location is much closer to the nicer parts of St Julian’s.
In fact, it’s located a stone’s throw away from Hilton Malta and so offers easy access to the more picturesque part of town.
The Malta Marriott Hotel & Spa is one of the few hotels located in the St Julian’s Bay area, which borders Sliema. It’s a lovely area to stay in, and the hotel itself offers nice sea views, as well as nicely decorated rooms.
The facilities are also of a high standard, with a rooftop pool (and views to match) and a spa, sauna and well-equipped fitness centre.
Intercontinental Malta has been long-established in the 5-star category of hotels in St Julian’s. Although it still fits within this category, parts of the hotel require renovation, and the location isn’t the quietest in town.
Having said that, if you just want a comfortable stay in this part of Malta, you can snag a bargain if you book at the right time.
It’s probably more of a business hotel than a holiday resort, and it’s located in the centre of Paceville, so if you don’t like staying in a busy area, this might not be the best choice. Other than that – a solid hotel to choose.
The Corinthia St George’s Bay is located on the West End of St Julian’s, neighbouring the Radisson Blu Resort Malta and makes for a good resort holiday option.
The hotel offers good quality accommodation but is one of the less attractive options in this category. In need of renovation, the interiors are now a little dated. That’s reflected in the price, however, with deals easy to find and still offering decent value at the right price.
Although away from the town centre, the hotel itself has a private beach club, multiple (fine) dining options, a diving centre and water sports facilities.
The Radisson Blu Resort Malta is also located on the quieter side of St Julian’s and makes for a good resort holiday option.
In need of renovation, however, don’t expect 5-star level accommodation and facilities here. Similar to the next hotel on the list (the Marina Hotel, which neighbours the Radisson), this is more of a 4-star resort. Having said that, their rates can be attractive and offer value nevertheless.
The Mercure is a fairly new addition to the St Julian’s hotels selection, having opened in late 2020.
Located on a side street away from the hustle and bustle of the area, you’re close to everything (nightlife, great restaurants, the seaside promenade), and you can get great value with modernly furnished and decorated rooms.
The rooftop terrace and outdoor pool are a great way to relax while enjoying the open views around you as well.
Hugo’s Boutique Hotel is a fairly recent addition to hotels in the area and it’s something a little different. Beautifully decorated, the hotel offers nicely furnished and well-equipped rooms with a private bathroom and air conditioning, a great rooftop pool and everything you’d expect from a new 4-star hotel.
The only thing to be aware of is its location: Right in the heart of Paceville. If you don’t like a busy nightclub area or you’re travelling with small children, this might not be the right place for you.
Hotel Juliani fully deserves its four stars, providing the level of comfort you’d expect from this level of quality. Very comfortable, great service and friendly staff and – provided you book the right rooms – splendid views.
You do pay a little extra just for the view and also for its central location; however, if budget isn’t your biggest concern, you’ll be happy you did.
In a nutshell, Hotel Juliani is an option I’d recommend mostly for couples, not necessarily families with children.
The Holm Hotel & Spa is a fairly new hotel tucked away in a quiet alley off the busy centre (up the road from the Malta Marriott Hotel & Spa). It classifies as a boutique hotel with unique interior designs, really standing out in that regard.
A nice option for couples, the Holm Hotel & Spa is located up the road from Balluta Bay, which means there’s a good choice of restaurants and bars in the area. Moreover, you’re close to Sliema (another popular destination in Malta), and the Sliema Ferries are within walking distance, giving you access to sightseeing options beyond the local area (e.g. Valletta, Comino/Blue Lagoon and Gozo).
Offering great views of the surrounding area, the Marina Hotel Corinthia Beach Resort is strategically located right at the edge of the Mediterranean Sea.
As far as rooms go, you have a variety of options to choose from, including ones with a sea view, city view, pool view or suites. Irrespective of the room you choose, they are all spacious and are equipped with a balcony, sitting area and dressing table.
It might be good for you to know that this 4-star hotel is an extension of the 5-star Corinthia St. George. With this in mind, guests of the Marina Hotel Corinthia Beach Resort are welcome to use the facilities of the Corinthia Beach Resort, including the four swimming pools, the fitness centre, the Sun and Fun Water Sports Centre and the Apollo Day Spa.
With 9 dining options and 7 bars serving Mediterranean cuisine, you’ll also be spoiled for choice when it’s time for dinner.
With its modern interiors and central location, Hotel Argento offers a lovely stay. Situated in a small, quiet pocket in the old part of town, you’re away from the busiest parts but within a stone’s throw from Spinola Bay and its nice restaurants and quaint views.
If you’d ask me to recommend a hotel on a modest budget, this would be the one.
The be.HOTEL is a smart, modern hotel that forms part of a small shopping centre called Baystreet. It’s located right on the doorstep of the Paceville nightlife area and just up the road from the nearby beach.
This hotel attracts generally a younger crowd looking for a comfortable stay where everything’s within reach. Entertainment and nightlife, a sandy beach, many dining options, and easy access to public transport are all available here.
Don’t worry about the fact that the hotel is part of a shopping centre: Sea-view rooms are available and worth the money, while the hotel itself offers a good level of comfort and a peaceful stay. Breakfast gets good guest reviews, and the rooftop swimming pool with wide-open views and bar are great.
The George Hotel is also located on the edge of Paceville and offers good value accommodation, with comfortable beds, good food and reasonable rates for the area.
A good option for couples and groups looking to stay in a livelier part of Malta in comfort.
Hotel Valentina is a very smart-looking hotel that’s fairly new in the area and offers high-quality accommodation and good facilities, especially considering it’s a 3-star hotel. As a result, it consistently receives good guest reviews and praise from its guests.
The only caveats I want to make you aware of are:
The District Hotel is a fairly new hotel in St Julian’s and is a good option if your priority is having a comfortable place to stay on a budget in this area.
The rooms are comfortable, well-furnished and clean, but on-site facilities are limited.
Nevertheless, public transport connections are just a few minutes walk away, there’s an artificial sandy beach down the road, and you’re close to the nightlife centre as well.
Although there are benefits to the location, it does tend to get busy here and can be noisy as well.
The Holiday Inn Express Malta is another hotel in St Julian’s that you can consider. It is located in the nightlife centre of Malta called Paceville, on the road leading down to an (artificial) sandy beach at St. George’s Bay.
It’s an ideal option for a younger crowd on a budget but looking for a good cheap hotel in the area, looking to enjoy the nightlife scene in the area.
Clean, professional staff, good breakfast and comfort at reasonable rates: A solid option on a budget.
The Allegro Hotel is tucked away in a side street off the main road leading down to Spinola Bay. A stone’s throw away from Hilton Malta and the Portomaso Tower; you’re located between the busy nightlife centre and the more picturesque side of town.
It gets the basics right, with decent rooms such as single options, a double room with a balcony, and triple options. The staff is friendly and helpful, and you’ll also get a good breakfast. Maintenance issues seem to pop up from time to time but are dealt with in a professional manner.
Overall, a good budget option in a relatively expensive part of Malta to stay in.
Due to the high popularity of St Julian’s as a tourist destination, self-catering apartments are available, but their rates can go up considerably, particularly during the high season.
These are my recommendations for holiday apartments in the area.
There aren’t many Bed and breakfasts in St Julian’s, but if that’s your preferred choice of accommodation, these are the ones I’d recommend having a look at:
If you’re not set on staying at a hotel in St Julian’s, have a look at this article: Where best to stay in Malta. If St Julian’s is your place to be – read on!
Once a small fishing village, this town is a modern part of Malta with high-rise buildings, a nightlife centre and various hotels and resorts. It’s a popular location in Malta for both tourists and locals, but it’s also a relatively busy place to be.
St Julian’s consists of three major areas, from West to East:
Some of the best hotels in St Julian’s belong to well-known international hotel chains, such as Hilton Malta, Marriott, Mercure and Westin, and all receive good guest reviews consistently.
St Julian’s offers a great selection of all-inclusive resorts. The best options I would recommend are The Westin Dragonara Resort, Malta Marriott Hotel & Spa and Hilton Malta, which all offer excellent facilities.
For luxury St Julian’s hotels, I would recommend Hyatt Regency Malta, Hilton Malta, The Westin Dragonara Resort and Malta Marriott Hotel & Spa.
The best St Julian’s hotels for families are The Westin Dragonara Resort, Malta Marriott Hotel & Spa and Mercure St Julian’s. Avoid the Paceville (nightlife) area and consider staying elsewhere in Malta, like Buġibba and Mellieħa, for a family holiday.
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What is the Cavalieri Art Hotel like?
Hi Des, it tends to get mixed reviews and that’s why I haven’t included it here. If you get a good deal price-wise you can get decent value but don’t expect anything fancy.
We just got home from a trip to Malta. Lovely country. We stayed at the BeHotel which was nice but I would not stay there again as we could here the music from the bars across the street and we could not sleep. We are seniors.
Hi Diana, I’m happy to hear you seem to have had an enjoyable stay and I’m sorry to hear your hotel choice wasn’t quite what you were hoping for. The area you stayed in is Paceville, which is known for its nightlife. Apart from not being a hotel I’d recommend per se, it’s also not an area I’d recommend to seniors either. If you decide to return to Malta, I have better recommendations for you here: Where best to stay in Malta