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Planning your holiday in Gozo and looking for a good selection of well-reviewed Gozo hotels to choose from?
You’ve come to the right place!
Through personal experiences and local knowledge, I’ve selected the best luxury hotels and budget hotels to help you make a well-informed decision for your holiday on the island of Gozo.
Despite it being an increasingly popular destination, the choice of hotels that offer good value is limited in Gozo, which means demand can see nightly rates increase pretty quickly.
Through this guide, I will try to make it a little bit easier for you to figure out where best to stay in Gozo and where to get the best rates for popular hotels and other types of accommodation on the island.
Through this guide, I aim to help you find the best hotels in Gozo that suit your requirements and budget. Adding to this, I will also offer recommendations for cheap hotels, and also a few B&Bs, guesthouses and self-catering apartments to consider as alternatives.
The Gozo hotels listed below were handpicked and carefully reviewed. I want you to have a holiday to remember so I will only recommend the hotels I would stay at myself and would recommend to family and friends.
To help you get a broader, balanced evaluation, I’ve also included pros/cons that are frequently mentioned by other travellers for each of the Gozo hotels and accommodation options listed.
Hotel rates indicated for the listings below may vary depending on the time of year and availability, so consider them to be “starting from” and hit the “check current rates” button to find the best current rates available.
For a long while now, the Kempinski Hotel San Lawrenz has been one of the most popular Gozo hotels. This hotel offers a unique kind of stay where you can relax and recharge to the full.
With its quiet and rural setting and high standard of facilities, the Kempinski Hotel San Lawrenz is the perfect place for a comfortable retreat.
What’s more, the Kempinski Hotel San Lawrenz is just a 4-minute drive away from Dwejra. You can swim in the Inland Sea, dive into the Blue Hole site and even visit the former site of the Azure Window.
Set in a unique location on the high cliffs of Ta’ Ċenċ in Sannat, this hotel steals the hearts of many visitors after having been around for decades already.
In a nutshell, Hotel Ta’ Ċenċ Spa focuses on providing tranquil and relaxing hospitality or an escape to nature, as the hotel website states.
Santa Lucia Boutique Hotel is named after Santa Luċija, a hamlet found in the small village of Kerċem. With its good reputation for customer service, peaceful surroundings and amenities, this gem is undoubtedly one of the best hotels in Gozo.
What’s so great about this stylish 4-star boutique hotel is that it perfectly combines Gozo’s unspoilt beauty with opulent furnishings and chic decor in all the rooms, as well as the public spaces. Facilities of the Santa Lucia Boutique Hotel include the pool area and hot tub, the rooftop lounge as well as a spa.
Duke Boutique Hotel is a hotel in Gozo located in the centre of Victoria, the capital city of Gozo and is a great option if you’re looking for a luxury option.
Standard rooms are soundproofed with a classic contemporary design, equipped with air conditioning, heating, minibar and tea and coffee-making facilities.
If you’re considering staying here, get one of the better rooms or suites equipped with a private hot tub on a private terrace.
This is my favourite Gozo hotel right now, and I highly recommend booking here.
Battistini Boutique Living Hotel and Spa is one of the best hotels in Gozo if you’re interested in staying in the heart of Victoria.
This hotel is family-run by Giovanna and Manuel, a lovely Gozitan couple who have always made it a point to make any stay at Battistini Boutique Living Hotel and Spa a memorable one.
For starters, the facilities are absolutely incredible. Some of these include a sun terrace, rooftop swimming pool (salt water pool) and deck area, a garden, fitness centre and spa. Meanwhile, the daily breakfast offers continental, Full English/Irish or American options.
The rooms at this hotel in Gozo are well-designed, with characteristics of the Maltese Islands, alongside contemporary touches.
With 51 elegant rooms and suites, The Segond Hotel is the perfect option if you want to visit Gozo in style.
Given its prime position in Xagħra, you’re quite close to some of Gozo’s popular attractions, including Ramla Beach and the Ġgantija Temples, a Unesco World Heritage Site.
Amongst the facilities and amenities that are available to all guests, a coffee machine, a private bathroom with a shower, Free Wifi, as well as bed linen and towels are provided with each room. Daily breakfast is also included in the price.
If you’re interested in booking one of the more luxurious rooms, I highly recommend a Terrace Junior Pool Suite. Without a doubt, the private plunge pool is a great plus to enjoy during your stay at The Segond Hotel.
The Grand Hotel Gozo overlooks Mġarr Harbour and is a solid 4-star hotel in Gozo.
The property offers en-suite four-star accommodation, with predominantly sea-view rooms ranging from standard double rooms to spacious family suites. What’s more, the facilities of the Grand Hotel Gozo are of a good standard as well, and rates can be reasonable when booked well in advance.
If you get a harbour view room, you’ll be able to watch the Gozo short ferry ride come and go and get distant views of Comino and the main island.
Cesca Boutique Hotel is undoubtedly one of the best hotels in Gozo for those looking for comfort in a quiet and peaceful environment.
A small hotel with just 18 rooms, it’s located close to the village of Xlendi, offering views of the valley and surrounded by nature. With Xlendi itself a stone’s throw away, you’ll be staying close to a popular dining destination among locals at its small bay flanked by tall cliffs.
In terms of standards, despite being set in an old building, the interiors are modern with comfortable, well-furnished rooms and good facilities, including an outdoor pool complete with sun loungers and amazing views.
Set in the quiet outskirts of Xagħra, the Cornucopia Hotel is only a short 15-minute walk away from the village core.
With stunning views towards Victoria and down towards Marsalforn Bay, especially in the evening, the Cornucopia Hotel focuses on providing a tranquil stay. Rooms range from Standard Rooms, Valley View Rooms, Triple Rooms, Family Rooms and Suites, all of which have a terrace of a balcony.
Along with the rooms above, the Cornucopia Hotel also offers bungalows and a farmhouse. The bungalows are located opposite the hotel, and each of them has a kitchen, a living room and a swimming pool. Meanwhile, the farmhouse is located within the gardens of the hotel and the swimming pool.
Choosing the Cornucopia Hotel means that you’re also close to several cultural sites and landmarks, including the Ġgantija Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Overlooking the small harbour of Marsalforn Bay on the northern side of the island, Hotel Calypso offers comfortable accommodation at a reasonable price.
Rooms overlooking the fishing boats have breathtaking views, and it is a popular hotel in Gozo that is known for offering welcoming, friendly service.
Quaint Boutique Hotels are a chain of popular Gozo hotels that offer a very similar experience in terms of accommodation in various locations across Gozo.
They’re all 3-star properties with a high standard, similar prices, comfortable rooms and good service, but lack some of the facilities that you’d find with 4-star hotels in Gozo. In short, they’re a great option to stay if you’re not too fussed about being able to take a dip in a pool or having a spa on-site. That said, some rooms are equipped with an indoor or outdoor hot tub.
Built on a property, Quaint Boutique Hotel Nadur used to be a hotel in the early 1900s. It has 12 highly furnished rooms that include 3 penthouses.
Located right next to the village church (one of the more picturesque ones in Gozo), in a square surrounded by several shops, Quaint Boutique Hotel Xewkija has 10 rooms, 2 of which are penthouses.
Centrally located close to the village square, Quaint Boutique Hotel Sannat has ten rooms, including Comfort Rooms, Deluxe Rooms, and Superior Rooms.
Il-Loġġa Boutique Hotel is a small family-run hotel in Gozo focused on providing clients with a tranquil Mediterranean experience.
It’s located in the central town of Xagħra, with views of the Gozitan countryside and the sea beyond. The hotel offers four types of rooms at different prices.
Fancy a couple of nights in the seaside town of Marsalforn? Murella Living promises a memorable stay from beginning to end.
Taking inspiration from Gozo’s unrivalled charm, the rooms include artisanal murals or panels of woodwork or wood carvings of the island’s spectacular sights and popular attractions.
As for the features and amenities, all rooms have a flat-screen LCD TV with cable channels, bed linen and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower. Some rooms also feature a balcony or a terrace, as well as a private jacuzzi bath.
Murella Living has a lift and is completely wheelchair accessible.
All in all, Murella Living is one of the most popular hotels in Gozo, where you can relax, unwind and ultimately enjoy all that Malta’s sister island offers.
On a budget? Don’t fret! The Ulysses ApartHotel is a great hotel in Gozo for people who are interested in a decent place where they can get a good night’s sleep, relax, dine in and be close to some of the island’s top attractions.
Depending on what you have in mind, accommodation options include hotel rooms, studios as well and two-bedroom apartments.
Lucky for you, Ulysses ApartHotel is just a 2-minute walk from Xlendi Bay. This means you’re close to all the bars and restaurants, and you can even enjoy water sports such as diving, snorkelling, and canoeing.
Xlendi is a lovely location, but there are a few other hotels in the area that have built up a bad reputation. Thankfully, San Andrea Hotel hasn’t followed that trend. It’s a popular but small hotel with just 28 rooms.
If you’re just looking for a base from where to explore the island at a reasonable cost, then the San Andrea Hotel is an excellent choice.
La Playa Hotel is a solid hotel in Gozo that gets the basics right and receives generally positive reviews, which aren’t very common in the lower price range.
Refurbished in 2018, La Playa Hotel is a small but well-furnished hotel that provides a lot of value in a great location. Marsalforn is a great base for your stay in Gozo, with a small sandy beach nearby around the corner from the hotel and several (small) shops and good restaurants around.
Saint Patrick’s Hotel in Xlendi is a well-established hotel in Gozo, ideal if you’re on a budget and are interested in booking a small hotel. Although you get a clean room with sea views in Gozo, it’s not the best hotel in town.
Located in a popular seaside town with high cliffs, various restaurants and small shops, you can get good decent accommodation here on a budget.
Looking for alternative types of accommodation to Gozo hotels? Here are a few recommendations to consider.
You can find a number of B&B-run farmhouses on the island of Gozo where you share the same property as you would a hotel. That could offer both a charming option to stay as well being a more economical alternative, especially when travelling as a couple (or together with other couples).
For travelling in groups, there are some very high-quality farmhouses and villas available in Gozo, complete with a swimming pool area and often with a private garden. Farmhouses and villas are a great accommodation option for travel in groups, or for couples looking for a retreat that is quieter and more private than a resort or hotel would be.
Although furniture may not always be modern, the level of comfort you can get is of a very high level, and prices aren’t as high as you’d expect them to be for accommodation of this type.
Located in the village of Qala is Villa dei Venti, a haven for some peace and tranquillity away from the hustle and bustle of the main towns in Gozo.
Although only 10 rooms are available, rest assured that the staff at Villa Dei Venti have pulled out all the stops to ensure that each room is designed to perfection and complete with luxuries that would make your stay at Villa Dei Venti extra special.
Depending on the room you choose, you can enjoy picturesque views of the countryside or the outdoor swimming pool through a balcony, veranda or terrace. What’s more, guests are treated to an à la carte breakfast every day, and you can also enjoy an indoor dining experience if you don’t fancy leaving the accommodation.
You are also welcome to use the free private parking (and street parking) if you’re heading to Gozo by car.
With this in mind, I highly recommend booking a room at Villa dei Venti. It’s simply the perfect hotel for a stay on Gozo Island. You won’t regret it!
Townhouse 17 Bed & Breakfast is one of the most charming boutique hotels in Gozo, located right in the heart of Rabat.
Featuring 9 beautifully finished rooms, this hotel can cater for different needs and preferences. One of the rooms is ideal for a solo traveller, the other is equipped for guests with special needs, and the other seven are double rooms.
You’ll also be able to admire the glorious Gozitano landscape from your balcony or French window, which is included in each room. What’s more, you can unwind at the rooftop terrace lounge and splash pool, as well as dine at the in-house restaurant, Chapeau. A delicious breakfast is also included in the price.
In a nutshell, Townhouse 17 has everything you’d want in a weekend getaway.
The stunning Viewpoint Boutique Living is the perfect getaway for couples and families who want to unwind and relax in Gozo.
Booking a stay at Viewpoint Boutique Living will allow you to immerse yourself in the beautiful surroundings of Xlendi Valley, which ultimately leads you to Xlendi Bay.
I like the fact that all the rooms are named indigenous trees that you’ll find on the Maltese islands. What’s more, the classic retro style that has been incorporated within the furnishings and design of each room complements the serene ambience and your surroundings.
You can use the private swimming room and also opt to book in-room spa treatments.
DGolden Valley Boutique & Breakfast is a more modern B&B option in Gozo, with shared pools and jacuzzis and a great outdoor area overlooking a valley and distant sea views.
This B&B offers 10 rooms with modern furniture and comfort. A pretty unique option on the island when it comes to B&Bs and great value if you place a booking early enough.
One of a handful of very good B&Bs in Gozo, Maria Giovanna Guest House provides a home away from home with good quality accommodation and a nice variety for breakfast.
The interiors are a little particular, perhaps, with antique-style furniture and interior decorations, which may not be to everyone’s taste.
Location-wise, you’ll be staying in the popular (but not overly busy) seaside town of Marsalforn, with a small beach and plenty of restaurants.
Set within a traditional old Maltese townhouse in the heart of Gozo, Casa Gemelli Boutique Guesthouse offers comfort and a good breakfast in a central location.
Boasting consistently good reviews by guests, it’s a great option for explorers looking to spend their time sightseeing.
Not only will you be staying in the centre of Gozo, you’re also in the middle of Victoria, close to the old town, Citadella and bus terminus and car park.
So, how do you decide on what type of accommodation or hotel in Gozo to stay in? Start with determining your requirements by asking yourself the following questions:
Although public transport (consisting of a network of bus routes) and hop-on-hop-off buses are available in Gozo (and reasonably priced), it’s easy to drive and not very expensive to rent a car there. What you get in return is a lot more freedom to explore the island if that’s what you intend to do. I have more info on that topic here: Car Hire Gozo.
With short distances and a peaceful environment pretty much anywhere in Gozo, the real question is whether you prefer staying close to the sea (at slightly higher rates, of course) or further inland. The latter isn’t necessarily a worse option, especially if you’re travelling with a group and have the budget for a farmhouse with a swimming pool, for example.
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