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San Karlu Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Malta Experience

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Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers
Superior Suite, Patio, City View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Free daily buffet breakfast
Terrace/patio
Deluxe Triple Room, Courtyard View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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28 Saint Charles Street, Valletta, South Eastern Region
  • Place, Malta Experience
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mediterranean Conference Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Johns Co - Cathedral
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Double or Twin Room, Courtyard View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Double or Twin Room, Courtyard View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Double or Twin Room, City View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Double or Twin Room, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Triple Room, Courtyard View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Triple Room, Courtyard View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double or Twin Room, City View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double or Twin Room, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Suite, Patio, City View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Suite, Patio, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Valletta

Central Valletta getaway .With a stay at this Valletta hotel, you'll be steps from Manoel Theatre and Strait Street. Malta Experience and Grand Harbour are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Manoel Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Malta Experience - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mediterranean Conference Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Fort St. Elmo - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Noni - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪67 Kapitali - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sally Port Caffe E Pizzeria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Babel Bistro - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Da Pablo - ‬3 min walk

About this property

San Karlu Hotel

4-star hotel near Malta Experience
You can enjoy a drink at the pool bar. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at San Karlu Hotel. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Valletta hotel.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
San Karlu Hotel offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Premium satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers.

This Valletta hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Printer
  • 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 11:00 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.

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 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.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Property is also known as

San Karlu Hotel Hotel
San Karlu Hotel Valletta
San Karlu Hotel Hotel Valletta

Frequently asked questions

How close is San Karlu Hotel to the airport?

San Karlu Hotel is 5.9 mi (21-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 San Karlu Hotel?

As of May 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at San Karlu Hotel on Jun 28, 2026 start from $242, 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 San Karlu Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at San Karlu Hotel.

How close is San Karlu Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 5.2 mi (11-min drive) from St George's Beach and 12.3 mi (35-min drive) from Bugibba Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does San Karlu Hotel offer free breakfast?

San Karlu Hotel offers free buffet breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at San Karlu Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Dragonara Casino (11-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at San Karlu Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at San Karlu Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does San Karlu Hotel have a pool?

San Karlu Hotel features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does San Karlu Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is San Karlu Hotel to downtown Valletta?

San Karlu Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Valletta.

San Karlu Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 266 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 266 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 266 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 266 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 266 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great communication pre-stay! Fantastic staff throughout the hotel. Friendly and helpful 24 hour reception, wonderful greetings and always making sure everything was making your holiday pleasant. Every area was sparkling clean and the rooms were superb. The free morning breakfast buffet was a great way to start your day, fresh sliced fruits, local pastries, hot breakfast as well. Thank you all for making our stay in Valletta extra special.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Ryan

There is no air conditioning in the bedrooms. The hotel states it has air conditioning and a swimming pool, neither was true. The hotel was set on heating mode during the entirety of the stay and the rooms were far too hot as a result. The hotel staff offered a fan for the room. The swimming pool was not open during the entire stay. Nice location and a decent breakfast on offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and staff were great
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect location, central but quiet. Lovely staff, breakfast, rooftop pool bar and room!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about this hotel: great staff, interesting layout and rooms, super quiet location, dramatic rooftop deck and we really appreciated the assistance of Patricia on the desk! We had a sudden need for a hotel for two nights and couldn’t be happier we found this one.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, quiet clean rooms, would stay again 😀
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, courteous and excellent breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic small hotel, away from the crowds but well within easy reach of everything Valetta has to offer. Rooms were modern, well appointed, spotless with 5* amenities. Staff were very friendly. Breakfast was good/just what was needed. We had a studio with balcony and hot tub...but the room was small and certainly not a studio. My parents double room was probably more spacious. This is why I have only given 4 stars instead of 5 stars. Careful if you use the car service for pickup...we were late to request this and the car that collected us must have been the oldest, dirtiest car Valetta had to offer! BOLT/UBER is easy and a safer and more reasonably priced bet.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the San Karlu Hotel. The building itself was in a fantastic location, easily accessible to sights and restaurants, and moreover characterful and kept spotlessly clean. Well appointed room and the breakfast was outstanding. Last but not least, all the team of staff were friendly and welcoming - thank you! We hope to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central to valletta for shoping, histotrical sites and going on excursions was very convenient. Really suited me a lone traveller. Stayed 4 nights but wish I could be there longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

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

10/10 Excellent

David John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very impressed how professional, helpful, courteous and friendly the staff are. The hotel itself was spotless, there wasn't one area that was not up to a high standard. Our bedroom, while not the biggest, was very clean, the bed was very comfortable, terrific shower and in-room tea & coffee were supplied daily as were fresh towels. The breakfast was included and it was excellent. A wide range of food, hot drinks and fruit juices were on offer. The hotel has a rooftop bar, sun bathing area and a small pool. Its a great suntrap up there. The hotel is situated at the heart of Valletta. It is a 10min walk from most of the major attractions, restaurants and bars in rhe city centre. The only thing I would tell people to consider is that to walk from the hotel to the main area in Valletta is up a steep hill.If you are a little infirm or unsteady walking uphill, this hotel may not be for you but my wife and I are in our 60s and managed it easily. Taking everything into consideration, I would highly recommend The San Karlu for a stay in Malta.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outside stairs were tiring to walk up but overall experience was enjoyable and satisfying.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Eryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pool is smaller than expected.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tima

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, great service from staff and fanatastic breakfast. The hotel is in a quiet location a short walk from the main streets of Valletta and very close to the sea. We would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mrs

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen, Basingstoke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast buffet was great. Staff all very friendly & helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025