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Palazzo Castagna

3.0 star property

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Lounge
Reception
Restaurant
Interior detail

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr

Explore the area

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52 Santa Marija, Ghaxaq
  • Place, Marsaxlokk Bay
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Ghar Dalam
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Malta Experience
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Room

Premium Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Suite, Hot Tub

Premium Suite, Hot Tub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and a poolside bar. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place 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

  • Marsaxlokk Bay - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Ghar Dalam - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 14 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Sliema Ferry - 16 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Malta Experience - 17 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ghaqda Muzikali Maria Assunta - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Vi-Vi Cafeteria and Bistro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Palazzo Castagna

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.

A seasonal outdoor pool, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance 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

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • 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 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 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 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palazzo Castagna on 26 Apr 2026 start from NZ$253, 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. 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 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Palazzo Castagna?

No, pets are not allowed.

Palazzo Castagna Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 129 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cem, Istanbul

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
It was absolutely beautiful BOUTIQUE 😜 hotel with great service and so close to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was a good size and well maintained. Staff were pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was amazing and the bed was really comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Superb in every way Staff excellent Decor amazing Room amazing Food amazing What more could you say we will be back
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Beautiful boutique hotel with beautiful rooms and excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lewis Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, staff were very friendly, local area is beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A charming suite with exceptional service at the front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugh, Birmingham

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is magnificent! Staff is extraordinary! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keryn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spent two days here, very quiet town, very clean hotel with lovely caring staff. Roof top pool wonderful, with great views and cocktails. Ghaxaq is a quiet town with few dining out options, but if you’re looking for somewhere quiet away from the busyness of Valetta, highly recommend. Close to airport too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Anna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing stay in a lovely building

A lovely building but really lacking from a service front. Was told on arrival that is been upgraded by management to a hot tub superior room… when I’d already booked and paid for it. Was then told the restaurant was running a limited menu due to ‘menu changing’. There was pizza and pasta, neither of which I could eat being GF. We booked this hotel for proximity to the airport knowing there were no food options around but that they had a restaurant with an extensive menu. Instead we had to take a return taxi to a nearby town for dinner. The hot tub- buttons worn and 2 corners of keys not working (also no instructions). No covers for the outside furniture on terrace so when the rain stopped we couldn’t sit outside as all cushions were soaked. Breakfast was POOR. Far from what was expected. Receptionist although very polite, just didn’t seem to be able to identify or deal with any problems. Following an email asking what time we wanted to check in (and saying 1pm) we arrived at 2pm and the room was t ready. Having been in the crazy storms we were soaked through and told just to have a seat for an hour… an offer of a towel would’ve been appreciated! Lovely building and room- service sorely lacking , especially for the money.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clifford

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and the room were beautiful and the staff was courteous. There was a wedding on the property during my stay, which limited access to most of the amenities, however all in all it was a really good experience. Accessing the hotel entrance after hours is tricky and I would recommend asking one of the staff members to provide a tutorial rather than relying on the printed instructions. if you want a nice, quiet, historic place to stay in that area of the island that is close to the airport, I recommend it. If you are looking for more hustle and bustle, I would recommend somewhere closer to the coast.
Rooftop bar and pool
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Historic palatial property with stylish decor and gorgeous rooftop pool with church view.Set in a quaint village with intricate buildings and a lovely town square,it’s in a dreamy location.The rooms are spacious and comfy with mini bars,free tea and coffee and balcony views.The breakfast spread is also vast and very tasty.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

BARBARA

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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Woodbury

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Beautiful hotel and wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheri Ann, Howey In The Hills

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a small village so it was nice to see locals not tourists. We didn’t have any issue finding parking on the street for our rental car. The staff was top notch! So friendly and helpful. It was nice to sightsee during the day and then go in the rooftop pool to cool off. Happy Hour each evening was a bonus. We ate at the rooftop one evening because we didn’t feel like going out. It was delish. I will say the bed is the most comfortable bed I have ever slept on! Breakfast in the morning was very good and distance to the airport was a plus.
The church next door
Across the street view from rooftop
Rooftop pool
View from rooftop
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at our hotel were so attentive, polite and kind. They saw to our every need during our stay. The hotel is well positioned to explore Malta. The rooftop bar and pool were great and the food and drinks were lovely. A beautiful building in a super location with great architecture.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely stay here. The hotel is located really close to the airport which helped us maximise our stay. The rooms are lovely and spacious and they have a nice small rooftop pool. All of the staff were so lovely and caring, but a special thank you to Nirosha, she was such a good vibe and so kind, helpful and fun. Would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was clean, modern and luxurious. It is convenient for driving to airport and Valletta. My The hotel is not at all convenient for walking to any restaurants. My only criticism is that the hotel restaurant selections are very limited and as a vegetarian there were slim choices. This coupled with no restaurants in walking distance meant more driving. Otherwise we loved our room and found the inner courtyard to be very charming. Room was available early and staff were always lovely. Check out the underground pool, an incredibly unique feature!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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