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The Barrister

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Grand Harbour

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Deluxe Double Room (with Roof top Terrace and Hot Tub) | View from room
Daily continental breakfast (EUR 15 per person)
Deluxe Double Room (with Roof top Terrace and Hot Tub)
Staircase
Front of property – evening/night

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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57, St. Christopher Street, Valletta, 1462
  • Place, Grand Harbour
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Johns Co - Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Malta Experience
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • City view

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Terrace

Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • City view

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
  • City view

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room (with Maltese Balcony) | View from room

Deluxe Double or Twin Room (with Maltese Balcony)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
  • City view

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Deluxe Double Room (with Roof top Terrace and Hot Tub) | View from room

Deluxe Double Room (with Roof top Terrace and Hot Tub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • City view

About the area

Valletta

The Barrister places you in the centre of Valletta, within a short 5-minute stroll of Grand Harbour and Mediterranean Conference Centre. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Valletta hotel include Fort St. Elmo and St George's Beach.

What's nearby

  • Grand Harbour - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Malta Experience - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mediterranean Conference Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Fort St. Elmo - 8 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Noni - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Babel Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sally Port Caffe E Pizzeria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nenu the Artisan Baker - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Barrister

Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Grand Harbour
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Barrister also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and laundry facilities.

This 4-star Valletta hotel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Barrister offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Valletta hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Free offsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per day.

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 15 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per day

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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Barrister Hotel Valletta
Barrister Valletta
The Barrister Hotel Malta/Valletta
The Barrister Hotel
The Barrister Valletta
The Barrister Hotel Valletta

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Barrister?

The Barrister offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to The Barrister?

The closest beach to The Barrister is St George's Beach (3.8 km).

What makes The Barrister a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Barrister.

Does The Barrister serve breakfast?

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

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Barrister?

No, The Barrister does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Barrister?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Barrister?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Barrister?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Barrister Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 245 out of 305 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 305 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 305 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 305 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 305 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Davin

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

Great city bolt hole

Lovely hotel and amazing location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in very walkable location. The staff were kind and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, would stay here again. Hotel manager was very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, exceeded expectations. It’s perfect for both short and longer stays in Malta, offering the comfort of a luxury with the convenience of being in the city center. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located in the heart of Valletta. Friendly staff. Plenty of restaurants to choose from walking distance from The Barrister.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

annemarie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Street closed off. Massive Crane overhead. Bags of rubbish dumped in the doorway of the derelict building next door .Outside of hotel area very unappealing. Music from carmens club on next street was unbelievable. It was so noisy until at least 2am or maybe later , then when the music stops got to listen to the revellers for a further hour. If this is what you enjoy then this hotel will suit you .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Arianna, Myrtle Beach

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place! Only minor issue was that the bathroom only had a tub not a shower.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, clean, classy boutique style hotel within a historical building. All of the staff were fantastic and made our stay feel as though we were staying with good friends. The owner has a wealth of knowledge about Malta and the best attractions to see as well as suggestions of the best restaurants at reasonable prices. The hotel is also perfectly situated for exploring Valletta on foot. The owner and all of the staff worked hard to ensure that our stay was a memorable experience and we were made to feel valued and special.
Welcoming facade of the hotel in the evening
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Gary

Travelled with partner
Property in good location and good breakfast. Very noisy music very late despite ear plugs
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

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

Perfect city-center boutique hotel

Really enjoyed my time here - spent a week and was a lovely little home base in Malta. Rooms all very thoughtfully designed with high-quality linens and toiletries. Breakfast was above and beyond relative to a boutique hotel of this size, with plenty of delicious options and an extremely attentive staff. Everyone in the hotel was very kind and welcoming, and hotel owner Mark goes out of his way to get to know his guests and provide everything they need to have a wonderful stay. If you’re looking for a chain-style hotel with silent rooms and an enormous buffet, I might look elsewhere, but if you want to stay at a lively, top-quality boutique hotel at the heart of a European city, Barrister is the place to go. I swear by Rick Steves in Europe and could definitely see this spot in his guide if he had one for Malta. The excellent ratings are well-earned.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A bit noisy late in the evening from neighbouring bars but did not detract from the overall excellent experience. Would certainly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorelle M

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding in every way! The room was very well appointed, bed was comfortable, and service was spot-on! Breakfast was fresh and tasty. The manager was like a casual concierge, providing ideas and information to make our trip even better. I give the Barrister 11 out of 10!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alistair, Nuneaton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Staff very friendly. Rooms comfy and clean. It's by Strait St so not library quiet nearby, but that was no issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Frances Patricia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel and staff OK. Underwhelming breakfast options (probably because this is a small hotel). Very noisy from adjacent streets until early hours of the morning due to the number of bars playing very loud music. Impossible to sleep.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy Ellen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon, Clyde Hill

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Boutique hotel with excellent location. Some rooms & the cafeteria require stairway access.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Anatoliy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mark and his team went above and beyond to ensure our stay was all we wanted it to be. Mark is very knowledgeable about Malta and helped us with deciding on days out. We booked room 42 with its own terrace and hot tub, which insured we had fantastic views for the NYE fireworks. Complimentary bubbly in the fridge on arrival along with snacks and soft drinks. I dont think we would change a thing. Don't be put off by the location, although very close to some noisy bars, the rooms are very sound proof and they supply earplugs as a back up, although we didn't need them. The bed was so comfortable obe of the best ive slept on and im fussy. They really think of everything you might have forgotten..Complimentary top class toiletries, shaving kit, dental kit, sewing kit, nail file, cotton buds the works. Thank you for such a magnificent stay we will be back 10/10
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

BORIS

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Owner engaged with all guests and made helpful suggestions of where to visit and how to get there. Very customer-focused.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024