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Xemxija Bay Hotel

3.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Superior Penthouse, Terrace, Sea View | Terrace/patio
TV, books
TV, books
Fitness facility

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

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Ridott St, Xemxija Bay, St. Paul's Bay, Malta, SPB 4042
  • Place, Xemxija Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Is-Simar Nature Reserve
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ta' Cenc
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Balcony (Inland)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Economy Twin Room (Inland) | Bathroom

Economy Twin Room (Inland)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Balcony, Pool View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room, Balcony (Inland)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Balcony, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Terrace, Sea View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Quadruple Room, Balcony (Inland)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Quadruple Room, Balcony, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Quadruple)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Pool View (Quadruple)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Sea View (Quadruple)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Pool View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Penthouse, Terrace, Sea View

Superior Penthouse, Terrace, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Xemxija Bay Hotel

An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a 24-hour fitness center are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite.
Xemxija Bay Hotel offers 107 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary toiletries. Satellite television is provided. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in March 2025.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Xemxija Bay Hotel, you'll be within walking distance of Selmun Palace. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Free self parking
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe, an elevator, and a terrace
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • 7 minutes by car from Golden Bay and 9 minutes from Mellieha Bay
Xemxija Bay Hotel offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, a vending machine, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly Xemxija Bay Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star St. Paul's Bay hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Pool Side Gastrobar - Onsite bistro. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 12 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Pool Side Gastrobar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room cot
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

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 accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 6 floors
  • Built in 1995
  • Renovated guestrooms - March 2025
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 1 to March 31:
  • One of the dining venues

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 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 buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 12 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Kitchen/kitchenette fee: EUR 15 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Malta. This property is rated 3 stars.

Property is also known as

Porto Azzurro Aparthotel
Porto Azzurro Aparthotel St. Paul's Bay
Porto Azzurro St. Paul's Bay
Xemxija Bay Hotel Hotel
Porto Azzurro Aparthotel

Xemxija Bay Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 121 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean and perfect for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amoni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keejay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay! Friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice relaxing break. Close to bus stop with easy access to Valletta and other key sites. Nice pool.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alessia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay, kids and family friendly. Nice hotel, room and food. Staff very helpful and friendly. Excellent service!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big room, with a mini kitchen inside, good bathroom, comfortable beds, nice pool with background music.. Well desiged ,good breakfast .. Excellent!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet area of Malta , heratige
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

ANAIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The experience in Xemxija Bay Hotel was in general grateful, I would say that the breakfast is quite repetitive, but in general, the hotel is OK if you don't want to spend a lot of money.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nimra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
its a very good experiance with this hotel thisis the world best hotel
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property ok. Not alot to do near by
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at Xemxija Hotel. Had a self contained apartment. Staff were lovely and everything you need around or a short bus journey.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An enjoyable stay. Property recently renovated. Quite a nice pool area too.. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Najma Nagib

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
I booked a very basic room, I stayed from 29Jan to 1Feb 2026 (narrowly missing the storm that hit Malta the week before) The automatic heating timer was no ideal, as it got very cold at night and the room was cold. The breakfast was not worth it, would recommend to go to a local cafe that will be better and worth the price! The location of the hotel is amazing, as soon as you leave you a greeted with an amazing view of the Mediterranean sea Overall an Okay experience of the hotel, the staff were nice, (limited interactions with them) I did not try the bar or other amenities of the hotel, (I want to go back to Malta again during May or September to truly experience the islands, I will book this hotel again (decent price) and review in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andres Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly Hotel staff. Breakfast is ok. Great big Pool area. We Head a very small bedroom and a large suite, Both equipped with a kitchen and living area. Good for the first Night at reasonable Price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
There was a distant view from the balcony .There was a small pool Next to the main pool
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mena

Liked: Staff & service

Great location, amazing view

The breakfast food options were good, staff were friendly and kept filling in the empty trays, it would have been better with English sausages and mushrooms. Very pleased with the fresh jalapeños and olives. The bed was high and comfortable with extra cushions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Yes
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful. Dining was convenient and quantuty was good. Will say food was a little bland. My only real complaint was the hill that gad to be negotiated wgen heading for the bus and the distance to the beach. Pool was nice. A hot tub would be a giod addition. When construction is done it will be even better.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A bit of a gem!

Friendly, welcoming staff. A comfortable stay, although the apartment could use some plates, cutlery etc. A lovely pool and convenient bar, restaurant. A bit out of town but buses are regular.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

It was great stay with nice pool, however checkin had an issue and it took a bit
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing One-Night Stay We stayed at Xemxija Bay Hotel for one night and really enjoyed it. The room was clean, comfortable, and had a lovely pool view, which made it feel even more relaxing. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and everything went smoothly from check-in to check-out. The hotel is in a peaceful area but still close to local restaurants and scenic walks. A great spot for a short getaway—would happily return!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay as a solo traveler peaceful plenty of sun beds lovely pool clean good sized room with a little balcony. Special thanks to Jacob for putting sun lotion on my back (solo traveler) and just a genuine polite young man an absolute asset to your hotel and to Stephan on reception for your kindness on my last evening and as I had booked early I had complimentary breakfast I’ve had a great stay!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jess

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

Family Holiday July 2025

Great base for Family holiday, everything you need only a short bus ride away gorgeous setting of St. Paul’s bay and small pool and bar area If prefer staying by the pool Stayed in two bed apartment on 4th floor there is a small lift but the kids preferred the stairs, apartment had everything you needed for family and fresh towels and housing keeping daily staff were helpful and friendly would highly recommend
View from our room
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025