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AX The Palace

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Sliema Promenade

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Restaurant
Junior Suite | View from room
Lobby
Design Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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High Street, Sliema, Malta, SLM 1542
  • Place, Point Shopping Mall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Exiles Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Sliema Promenade
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Comfort Room (Atrium View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 365 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Design Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Design Suite

  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Comfort Single Room (Atrium View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Single Room

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Suite, Hot Tub

  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Hot Tub | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, Hot Tub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Sliema

City center retreat .You'll find Sliema Promenade and Saint Julian's Bay within a 15-minute walk of this Sliema hotel. Stella Maris Church and Bisazza Street are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Bisazza Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Point Shopping Mall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Exiles Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sliema Promenade - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Saint Julian's Bay - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Sakura - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Compass Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Triton Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mason's Bistro - ‬5 min walk

About this property

AX The Palace

5-star luxury hotel near Sliema Promenade
AX The Palace offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. A health club, a sauna, and a library are also featured at the luxury AX The Palace.

This Art Deco Sliema hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 149 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2007
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
AX The Palace offers 149 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. This Sliema hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 12 for adults and EUR 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the indoor pool after 2 PM.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per day.

Property 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 buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 12.00 for adults and EUR 12 for children
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 50 (subject to availability)
  • 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, 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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, American Express, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Malta. This property is rated 5 stars.

Property is also known as

Palace Hotel Sliema
Palace Sliema
The Palace Hotel Sliema
The Palace Malta/Sliema
AX │ The Palace
AX The Palace Hotel
AX The Palace Sliema
AX The Palace Hotel Sliema

Frequently asked questions

How close is AX The Palace to the airport?

AX The Palace is 6.7 mi (12-min drive) away from the Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at AX The Palace?

As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AX The Palace on Mar 8, 2026 start from $106, 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.

Does AX The Palace have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at AX The Palace.

How close is AX The Palace to the beach?

This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Exiles Beach and 14 mi (36-min drive) from Mellieha Bay. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does AX The Palace offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at AX The Palace, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 12.00 for adults and EUR 12 for children. It's available every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at AX The Palace?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Dragonara Casino (4-min drive) and Oracle Casino (15-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at AX The Palace?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at AX The Palace?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does AX The Palace have a pool?

AX The Palace features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Does AX The Palace have a restaurant?

AX The Palace is home to The Tabloid, which features Mediterranean cuisine and al fresco dining.

Does AX The Palace have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features Swedish massages.

How close is AX The Palace to downtown Sliema?

AX The Palace is 0.1 mi away from Sliema.

AX The Palace Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 607 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 301 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room, staff were fantastic, great location, breakfast was amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moshiur

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2nd stay at the AX Palace. Just as wonderful as our first stay. Amenities at the hotel are great and the food in the Asian restaurant plus their staff are wonderful, efficient and friendly. The Talk of the town Cafe food, drinks and service are also fantastic. A big thanks to
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless, consistent, professional, enjoyable.
Room view
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great customer service, lovely staff. Good location. Indoor pool and sauna were great.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

angelina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abraham

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gorry

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about the AX The Palace was truly amazing, loads to around this location. It’s only a short walk to the sea front with connections to Valletta. All the tours operators are near by so booking is easy. We found a local shopping centre only 14mins away called The Point and getting a Bolt locally was so easy. The hotel has everything from a Roof top bar, indoor pool and gym.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jamal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, good outdoor rooftop pool plenty of sunbeds, good sized room with huge bed, good indoor pool with sauna
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location was great. Happy hour roof top was nice. Dinner on the roof was surprisingly good.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 6 nights with our 9 month old. Amazing hotel, great location, the staff were lovely and we miss the breakfast!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Thomas

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon, Hayward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large clean comfortable room with lots of light & large deck overlooking street & city Wonderful quick thinking helpful staff Walking distance to most places Great spa
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My fav hotel in Malta. Staff is all so helpful and kind!! Thank you for another great stay
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gurpreet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was exceptional with regards to facilities and location. Very clean and comfortable rooms. The two areas which let down our overall experience were: 1. When we arrived (after 21:00) there were no real options for dinner at the hotel. We ended up having a sandwich at the bar downstairs. 2. An incident concerning the lack of prior notice re access to Mrs Mather’s room. I raised a complaint with the night manager and my concerns were not addressed to my satisfaction nor was there any real acknowledgment of my concerns.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo, Liverpool

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay in central Sliema! Big rooms, comfy bed, and top-notch staff. Would definitely return!"
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a fabulous four night break at this lovely hotel. Staff are amazing and so helpful. Our superior room was stunning with a fabulous view looking across to Valletta. Highly recommend this hotel to anyone wishing for something special in Sliema. The rooftop pool was perfect after a day out sightseeing. The Asian restaurant in the hotel was fantastic. Food was fabulous. Great choice of food at breakfast. Wish we’d been staying longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luisa

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

Excellent stay

Our stay at AX The Palace was simply excellent. The facilities are outstanding and the views from the roof top pool are stunning. We ate half board at the Tabloid buffet restaurant throughout our stay and the choice on offer was fantastic. One great plus point is that if you opt for the half board option via Hotels.com, then wine, beer and water are included with your meal, making this a very cost effective option. I highly recommend a stay at AX The Palace and would not hesitate to stay here again on a return trip to Malta.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann Louise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The roof top restarant was great
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

10/10 Excellent

nicholas michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with excellent customer service and staff. We did get an upgraded room on the 6th floor looking over to Valletta which was simply stunning.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve never stayed in a hotel where every single member of staff were so friendly helpful and attentive. In particular our lovely waiter that served us each morning for breakfast. I think his name was justin. I would highly recommend this hotel. It was spotlessly clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Bhupinder Singh, Reading

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Tired property and did not live up to 5 star status. Bathroom smelled of sewer and we complained about this.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025