Xemxija Bay Hotel

Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Mellieha Bay

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Dates

December 2025

January 2026

Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas

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

Superior Penthouse, Terrace, Sea View | Terrace/patio

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Bar
Room service
24/7 front desk
Breakfast available
Housekeeping

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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
‪7 min walk‬
Airport, Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room, Balcony (Inland)

Exceptional

Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Economy Twin Room (Inland)

Exceptional

Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room, Balcony, Pool View

Excellent

Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View

Exceptional

Sea view
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Standard Triple Room, Balcony (Inland)

Exceptional

Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds

Triple Room, Balcony, Pool View

Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds

Triple Room, Terrace, Sea View

Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds

Standard Quadruple Room, Balcony (Inland)

Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds

Standard Quadruple Room, Balcony, Pool View

Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Bay View

1 bedroom
Bay view
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Pool View

1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Quadruple)

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds

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

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds

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

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

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

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Pool View

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

Superior Penthouse, Terrace, Sea View

1 bedroom
Sea view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

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. Maltaqua and Church of St Paul's Bonfire 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 - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
Fekruna Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Selmun Palace - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

‪LOA - ‬5 min drive
‪Rebekah’s - ‬5 min drive
‪Belleview Bistro - ‬3 min drive
‪Terryberry Tearoom - ‬7 min walk
‪Pitstop - Xemxija - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Xemxija Bay Hotel

Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Mellieha Bay

Xemxija Bay Hotel offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a 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

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

Elevator

No smoking on site

Bar or lounge

Coffee shop

Bar by the pool

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.

Similar properties

Pool
Kids pool
Free WiFi
Restaurant

$33 nightly

Dec 10 - Dec 11

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Family friendly

Arcade/game room
Children's pool
In-room crib
Seasonal outdoor pool

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 parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Daily continental breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
A restaurant

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Books
Children's pool
Seasonal 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

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 October 1 to April 30:

Bar/Lounge
Swimming pool

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 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: approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 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, Eurocard, 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

The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 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.

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 4.5 mi (9-min drive) from Mellieha Bay and 8.3 mi (15-min drive) from St George's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Xemxija Bay Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Xemxija Bay Hotel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 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 Oracle Casino (7-min drive) and Dragonara Casino (14-min drive) are 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 a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.The pool is closed seasonally each year from October 1 to April 30.

Does Xemxija Bay Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

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

7.8

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

4/10 Poor

Simon

Traveled with family and small children

Aug 16, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

No air con, hard beds, no water in the room, windowless room for breakfast which was crowded in a small space, no clean table or even anyone to greet you. Lots of renovations going on, untidy and very basic accommodation. Friendly staff and nice pool area, albeit very small

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mena

Traveled with family

Aug 6, 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Jul 31, 2025

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

Lovely quiet area of Malta , heratige

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jess

Traveled with family

Jul 31, 2025

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

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Robin

Traveled with family

Jul 27, 2025

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Extremely basic family accommodation, it was ok at best for a 3 star and way below what you’d expect from an 8/10 ‘exceptional’ hotels.com ranking was fine but dated and nothing left for us , no tea / Coffee etc . Breakfast was ok but served in a windowless room with zero decor . FOH we’re arguing when we arrived . We got a puncture outside the hotel as the roads are just full of debris . It’s 3 star so This is not an 8/10 exceptional hotel .

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tarean

Traveled with family

Jul 23, 2025

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

We had a very good experience. The staff were so helpful and friendly. The room was spotlessly clean, the pool was so nice and I loved that there were umbrellas for shade. The balcony was a great addition. The beds could have been more comfortable but not bad. The A/C in the room was excellent

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ben

Jul 17, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Staff were excellent. Check in smooth. A problem with the AC in the room not working was delt with very promptly. Comfortable room and very close to the main bus route.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jul 16, 2025

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

4/10 Poor

Mark

Jul 15, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

We are regular guests at this hotel (previously known as Porto Azzurro aparthotel), however, on our most recent stay in July 2025, since the "refurbishment" in March, we can confirm that the place has deteriorated. It was never anything fancy, but it used to be a nice, quiet, relaxing place to stay. Not anymore! The only real improvement is the reception desk but that's the least important aspect of a stay. We were allocated room 410 with 'sea view'. It was well equipped with oven, microwave, fridge, balcony. The room itself is nothing special. The air conditioning is old and omits a foul smell, god knows what bacteria is lurking inside the unit. Regarding room cleaning, I'm not sure it was cleaned during the 8 nights we were there. The towels were changed daily, however, they are very small. The biggest disappointment is the pool area. From morning until night there is loud AI music blasting from the speakers around the pool. I don't know what kind of vibe they're trying to create but it's certainly not a good one. Also the sun loungers are uncomfortable and all cramped together under big umbrellas which means the whole area is shaded. That defeats the object of being on holiday in Malta when one comes for the sun. Our biggest gripe was when the pool / bar attendant asked everybody to move from the sunny side of the pool deck to the shady side when it got to 6pm so that they could set up tables and chairs for the evening diners. We are reluctant to return for these reasons

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Traveled with family

Jul 15, 2025

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

8/10 Good

Declan

Jul 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Jun 28, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The location is great with the bus stops, view, convenient store, and quick food options like eeetwell! The staff was kind & hotel was also fine. The room I had was okay, no view, but everything functioned. I didn't check out the pool or their meal options, but basic English breakfast was offered for €10. They also allowed baggage storage. It was good for my 1 night stay.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

michael

Jun 28, 2025

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

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Jun 12, 2025

It was great stay with nice pool, however checkin had an issue and it took a bit

Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Jun 8, 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with partner

Jun 5, 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Nimra

Business traveler

Jun 2, 2025

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

2/10 Terrible

wayne

Traveled with group

May 27, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

No bars open no restaurants run down and bed bugs

Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Traveled with partner

May 26, 2025

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

8/10 Good

Brian

May 23, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MD ABDUL AWAL

May 23, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

May 22, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Amenities

My only disappointment was booked a room with balcony and pool view but got a room with a back alley view. On arrival showed my booking to the guy on reception and he said no room available!!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

kavlin

May 20, 2025

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

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

May 20, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Nicholas

May 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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About the neighborhood

St. Paul's Bay

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About this property

Xemxija Bay Hotel

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Property amenities

Family friendly

Internet

Parking and transportation

Food and drink

Things to do

Accessibility

Room amenities

Entertainment

Bedroom

Bathroom

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Renovations and closures

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Optional extras

You need to know

We should mention

National rating