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IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta

4.0 star property
Travelers relax by the pool with sun loungers or rejuvenate with a facial at this upscale hotel's serene spa tub, creating a perfect retreat

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IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta captures the island's essence with a rooftop terrace and spa. Cool off in the seasonal outdoor pool between shopping trips. Enjoy free in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and multilingual staff to enhance your stay.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room

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Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Room

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Exceptional
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  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Suite

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Exceptional
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  • Bay view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium Suite

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Bay view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Birgu, IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta is in the historical district. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Malta Experience, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Upper Barrakka Gardens and Saint Julian's Bay. Msida Bastion Historic Garden and Hastings Gardens are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving and boat tours adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Birgu travel guide
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5 Wenzu Dyer, Birgu

What's nearby

  • Grand Harbour
    Grand Harbour
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Upper Barrakka Gardens
    Upper Barrakka Gardens
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
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    Malta Experience
    17 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Vittoriosa Yacht Marina
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Inquisitor's Palace
    2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • DATE Art Cafe
    8 min walk
  • Seamans Cafe
    7 min walk
  • Sottovento
    2 min walk
  • Cargo
    3 min walk
  • Cafe Riche
    4 min walk

About this property

IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta

  • Upscale hotel near Malta Experience
  • Located close to Upper Barrakka Gardens, IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta provides a rooftop terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and a hot tub. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, a manicure/pedicure or a facial. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a snack bar/deli.
  • Additional perks include:
    • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
    • Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge) and smoke-free property
    • A 24-hour front desk, outdoor furniture and concierge services
    • Luggage storage, coffee/tea in reception and tour/ticket information
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta include thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
    • 42-inch TVs with satellite channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 18 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1600
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tuscan architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 14 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 18 for adults and from EUR 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 35 per vehicle (return, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number C105727

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from 01 March to 31 October
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Is IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 14 kg per pet. There's a fee of EUR 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta?

IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of EUR 35 per vehicle applies.

Where is IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is steps from Grand Harbour and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Malta Experience. Vittoriosa Yacht Marina and Inquisitor's Palace are just steps away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small boutique hotel, beautiful rooms, outstanding staff and service. The property is in an incredible location with food, drink, views within a 3 minute walk. It is small, with a lovely roof deck and small pool/hot tub area. Exercise facilities are separate and a few miles away. Breakfast and drinks are available, and as much Nespresso as you can drink for the room. There are many, many restaurants and cafes of all kinds close by. Say hi to Roman and Misha for us!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I can not review this beautiful hotel more highly. It was in the most beautiful hotel in the most fabulous location, but the best thing of all were the staff. Dora and Roma made us feel very special the whole time.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BEI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service is superb!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning hotel and the loveliest staff. We stayed during Valentines day and the staff decorated our room so wonderfully and left macaroons in the room. We had the best experience and can’t recommend this place enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff, beautiful building and rooms, will happily stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were all awesome and helpful. Dora helped us with a bunch of things. She was great. Lovely location. Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Amazing location!

Excellent hotel! Beautiful room and roof top pool! Dora was amazing at reception and concierge services.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simply wonderful place to stay. The service from everyone (but particularly Dora) is absolutely wonderful. The location is great. The rooms are lovely and the pool area stunning.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely small boutique hotel with amazing views from the rooftop. Great location near the boat to Valletta but we preferred Birgu!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Typical Maltese living, elegantl hotel, l friendly and professional staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and location. 5 minute walk to 3 cities ferry. Lovely places to eat on both sides of the harbour.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aurelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooftop , high ceiling room, perfect location and the kindest staff . I was very happy I chose to stay at this hotel .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Beautiful hotel in a great location

This hotel was immaculately clean, beautifully decorated, the bed was comfortable and it was located in a quiet location. Most importantly and the staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. We wish we could have stayed longer at this place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The perfect hotel

Lovely hotel, with excellent service and staff. Very good breakfast. For me it was 10/10!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Birgu is a great location. At times, a bit tourist heavy. Staff at hotel top notch. I loved my room with balcony that overlooked Senglea and waterfront. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

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

beautiful historic hotel

Amazing hotel. lovely helpful staff. just a shame it was a short business. will certainly be first choice next time i’m in Malta.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fabulous stay and wouldn't hesitate to recommend to anyone who wants to visit the area and stay somewhere smaller, quieter with great customer service in quality surroundings. The staff are an asset to this hotel they are all friendly, welcoming and helpful, nothing is to much trouble. In particular Dora on reception was outstanding with her communication even before we arrived and once there was so helpful recommending places to eat and visit. Also a special mention goes to Niels who although very new to the hotel is a great asset with his friendly customer service (he will go far). They both made our stay an even more memorable one.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The main letdown was the quality of the towels - thin and not very white. A/c good. Staff most helpful and recommended good restaurants nearby. Not bothered about the shops.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great, This was our second stay here & would highly recommend. Very friendly staff that couldn’t be more helpful. Steve & Sarah
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had originally booked a different hotel, but changed to this one and wow did I strike lucky! Everything was wonderful, from the location in beautiful Birgu, the room, the staff, the breakfast, the rooftop pool and the kindness and attention that was extended to everyone who stayed here. I would especially mention Alberto, Dora and Roma who are all an absolute delight, and despite the fact I only stayed for four nights it still felt I had become part of their family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

A very lovely, boutique hotel

A very lovely boutique hotel where everything was just perfect. The room was clean, comfortable beds and we had everything we needed. There was a nice selection of things for breakfast, we can recommend the scrambled eggs and the chocolate croissants! The staff were charming and nothing was too much trouble. The rooftop pool area was lovely, very relaxing after a day of sight seeing. This was in fact, one of the loveliest hotels we have ever stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

camillus

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

We will come back to you :)))

We were treated very very well from the moment of our arrival . Offered a coffee and hold our things until room was ready . Room was big, bed comfortable and a fridge ! Free coffee and water. It was my wife’s birthday and they put music and a cake so she could blow a candle also free prosecco and a card for her!! We could use the swimming pool and towels until time to go . Amazing stay ! We will be back !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Domenik

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

Stylish and top boutique hotel? That‘s it!

If you prefer a small boutique hotel to a well known big hotel complex as you‘ll find them all around the world, this is definitely a place you will like. Exceptionally friendly, helpful and forthcoming staff, perfect location just a 100 meters away from water-taxis to Valletta. Birgu is a great place to stay. I very rarely write reviews, but this place so much deserves it, I definitely recommend it, you won‘t be dissapointed! If you opt for the breakfast in the hotel, plan a bit more time, as everything is to be ordered from the menu, everything is freshly prepared, definitely try the specials, they are very delicious! You only might look for another place if you are using a wheelchair or have difficulties in climbing a few steps, as the hotels has some steps that you can‘t mind. Cool rooftop and pool area, stylish architecture, this boutique hotel is definitely a secret of Malta!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great new place

A great new place close to the naval museum. Still some issues with their KNX domotic system, but the installation company is trying to fix it. Nice rooftop and the wine cellar has been ordered. A few good restaurants behind the hotel higher up the hipp
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Domenik

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

Exceptionally nice, outstanfing hospitality!

If you are more into small boutique hotels rather than staying at at one of the grand hotel complexes as you find them everywhere around the world, , the Bettina Palazzo is definitely a place you will feel comfortable. The rather small but truly stylish hotel is located just a few steps above the harbourg in beautiful Birgu, so getting to Valletta by water Taxi is just a question of a few minutes, the roof top pool is amazing, the staff exceptionally helpful, friendly and forthcoming. I rarely write reviews, but this one is so well deserved, staying at Bettina Palazzo will definitely help to make your stay in Malta as pleasant as possible. If you are having breakfast in the hotel, plan a bit more time as usual, as everything is ordered from a menu, so it might take a few minutes, but everything is freshly prepared and the specials on the menu are very delicious. Good to know that they still exist, those hidden small secrets! Book your stay here, you definitely won‘t regret it!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025