St. Julian's Bay Hotel

Hotels
7.3 (5529 reviews)
51, Censu Tabone Street, St Julians STJ 1217, Malta. , St Julian's , mt

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent central location (near transport, restaurants, waterfront)
Friendly, attentive staff (specific praise for Anastasia)
Daily housekeeping and generally clean rooms for many guests
Rooms with balconies and good sea/town views
Convenient access to public transport and nearby 24h supermarket
Cons:
Reports of musty smell and cockroaches in at least one room
No in-room fridge and unreliable Wi‑Fi
Weak/limited cold water and low shower pressure in some rooms
Elevator unreliable/slow; manual keys and confusing corridors
Noise at night and poor insulation for some rooms
Breakfast criticized for limited choice and hygiene issues by some guests
Perceived poor value/overpricing reported by a few guests

Categories

Cleanliness
6
Mixed: several guests note daily housekeeping and generally clean rooms, but there are serious cleanliness concerns reported (musty smell, cockroaches in wardrobe) that lower this score.
Service
9.2
Generally positive: multiple comments praise friendly, helpful staff (explicit thanks to Anastasia, staff described as very kind and attentive), though some operational issues (elevator) are noted separately.
Location
9.5
Very positive: many reviews highlight an excellent, central location with easy access to transport, restaurants, waterfront and good views from balconies.
Room Quality
5.8
Below average: guests mention small/weak showers, hot rooms (especially upper floors), outdated decor in places, confusing layout/corridors and occasional poor balcony views for some rooms.
Amenities
6.2
Mixed to weak: frequent complaints about missing in-room fridge, unreliable Wi‑Fi, problematic air conditioning and elevator behavior; some rooms/balconies and modern touches are appreciated.
Value for Money
6
Mixed: some guests felt the price was fair (including paying for breakfast), while others felt significantly overcharged and unhappy with refunds and pricing vs. experience.
Food and Beverage
6.7
Mixed: breakfast receives repeated mild criticism (limited choice, flies, lack of authenticity) though a number of guests found breakfast worth it or acceptable.
Overall Experience
9
Overall skewed positive due to standout location and consistently praised staff; however, notable negatives (cleanliness incidents, room/amenity problems, noise and elevator issues) temper some stays. The aggregate of frequent positive mentions on location/service yields a strong overall score.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-12 23:03

Property Description

St. Julian's Bay Hotel: A Seaside Gem

Spectacular Views: Nestled only 500 metres from the town centre, our hotel offers stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea. Enjoy the picturesque scenery right from your room.

Modern Comforts: Our rooms are equipped with top-notch amenities including air conditioning, satellite flat-screen TV, a safe, and a work desk. Relax in style and comfort during your stay with us.

Vibrant Surroundings: Situated on the seafront promenade, Hotel St. Julian's Bay is surrounded by a variety of restaurants, with clubs and discos just a short 15-minute walk away in the lively Paceville area. Explore the vibrant nightlife and dining options just steps from our doors.

Ready to experience the beauty and excitement of St. Julian's Bay Hotel? Book your stay now and make unforgettable memories by the Mediterranean Sea.

Important information:

Please note that full payment of the booked stay is due on arrival. This does not apply to nonrefundable rates.

When booking a Non-Refundable Rate, please make sure that the name on the credit card used for the booking corresponds to the guest staying at the property. Otherwise, a third-party authorization by the cardholder must be submitted when booking. Please note that the credit card used for the booking must be shown at check-in.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MLA

Location

Guest Reviews

7.3
Based on 5529 reviews
Cleanliness: 6
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 5.8
Amenities: 6.2
Value for Money: 6
Food and Beverage: 6.7
Overall Experience: 9
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Mousa • couple • at
5
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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El-hajj • couple • gb
10
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Roberto H • couple • mt
1
It was not worth the money they charged us.
Pros:

only TV and AC was ok.

Cons:

The room is tiny, dark painted and the there is no mini fridge, the shower cubicle is so tiny that I could fit in it (and im not fat just muscular). The double bed we were promised consisted in two single beds joined together. Additionally, there is construction going on all the time close by and night you can barely sleep due to the amount of drunk youngsters shouting. Overall I would give this room a 1 out of 10 (and thats generous)

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Stefan • extended_group • mk
9
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Meta • solo_traveller • si
9
Pros:

The location of the hotel is perfect, its clean, breakfast is great

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Fernando Gabriel • solo_traveller • ar
4
Pros:

Ubicacion

Cons:

Salía muy poca agua para banarse y el desayuno era poco variado

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Franco • couple • it
10
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Hasan Enes • couple • be
10
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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erdem • couple • tr
10
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Manuel • couple • mt
8
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Bence • extended_group • hu
4
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Imelda • solo_traveller • ie
3
Great location but did not enjoy my stay
Pros:

Great location next to Balluta Bay. I had a beautiful view from my room/balcony.
The reception staff were friendly and helpful. There was a good choice at breakfast.

Cons:

I found a dead cockroach in my bathroom on the first morning I was there and a live cockroach in the bathroom on the last morning.
The water in the shower went from cold to boiling hot almost instantly and the shower door was very narrow. The AC unit on the balcony blew all the warm air directly onto the balcony.Overall the hotel felt a bit grotty.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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John powers • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Suela • extended_group • al
10
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Rovito • extended_group • it
8
Pros:

Potrebbero far di meglio, posizione buona, pulizia anche ma nella mia stanza c’era il balcone rotto e anche un po’ la porta.

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • sk
10
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • es
7
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Costache • couple • ro
7
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Dragoș • extended_group • ro
10
Pros:

Location, price , personal (thank you Anastasia) for your service

Cons:

Location

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Daniela • extended_group • sk
10
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee