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Xemxija Bay Hotel

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Bugibba Beach

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Property entrance
A balcony with a view of a marina filled with boats, overlooking a coastal town with buildings and hills.
Superior Penthouse, Terrace, Sea View | In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
A gym with exercise equipment, mirrors, and a wooden floor.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • 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, Fekruna Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, white bedding, a painting of a harbor scene, and a blue chair.

Twin Room, Balcony (Inland)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Economy Twin Room (Inland)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, free cribs/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 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, white bedding, a painting of a harbor scene, and a blue chair.

Standard Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, Balcony (Inland)

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, blue chairs, and a vase with flowers.

Standard Triple Room, Balcony (Inland)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a small table, blue chairs, and a vase with flowers.

Triple Room, Balcony, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a small table, blue chairs, and a vase with flowers.

Triple Room, Terrace, Sea View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Quadruple Room, Balcony (Inland)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Quadruple Room, Balcony, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Pool View

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

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Quadruple)

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

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Quadruple)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Pool View (Quadruple)

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

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Sea View (Quadruple)

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

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

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

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Pool View

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

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Pool View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Penthouse, Terrace, Sea View | In-room safe, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Penthouse, Terrace, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

St. Paul's Bay

Seaside stay .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Xemxija Bay and 2 miles (3 km) of Selmun Palace with a stay here. Church of St Paul's Bonfire and St Paul's Island are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Xemxija Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Is-Simar Nature Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ta' Cenc - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fekruna Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Maltaqua - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Belleview Bistro - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cross Keys - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Billy’s Sports Bar & Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Simenta Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shaukiwan - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Xemxija Bay Hotel

Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Bugibba Beach
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.

  • 107 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Built in 1995
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite 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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

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)!

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 1.50 per person, per night, up to 15 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

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
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Xemxija Bay Hotel to the airport?

Xemxija Bay Hotel is 13.2 mi (46-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 Xemxija Bay Hotel?

As of Jul 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Xemxija Bay Hotel on Aug 1, 2026 start from $161, 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 Xemxija Bay Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Xemxija Bay Hotel.

How close is Xemxija Bay Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 3.3 mi (11-min drive) from Bugibba Beach and 3.3 mi (7-min drive) from Golden Sands Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Xemxija Bay Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Xemxija Bay Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 12 for adults and EUR 7 for children. It's available every day from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Xemxija Bay Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Dragonara Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Xemxija Bay Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Xemxija Bay Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Xemxija Bay Hotel have a pool?

Xemxija Bay Hotel features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Does Xemxija Bay Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site. One of the dining venues will be closed seasonally each year from November 1 to March 31.

Does Xemxija Bay Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Xemxija Bay Hotel to downtown St. Paul's Bay?

Xemxija Bay Hotel is 1.3 mi away from St. Paul's Bay.

Xemxija Bay Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 126 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

GRAZYNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly staff, clean hotel, close to the bus station
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kitchen was great - TV worked well - lovely pool though too cold yet to swim loved having the Coop shop around the corner for easy buying of a meal etc
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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

Keejay

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

2/10 Terrible

Nancy Carolina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Televisión no working. Cold room and worst food ever
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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

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

6/10 Okay

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fridge no microwave or stove also the it took us 4 days to figure out how the heating worked. Was told ocean view but looked over broken down houses at the back of the building you could see the ocean if you looked at the gap in the road
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

2/10 Terrible

Ole

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was forced to pay 5 euro extra in cash without a receipt when checking in. Bathroom not cleaned before I got the room .. and not sure about the room. It is looking old/faded.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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

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

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

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

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

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

Verified traveler

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

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