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About the Hotel

176, Merchant Street, Valletta, Malta, VLT 1174
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Boutique hotel in historic Valletta with rooftop bar and sharing-concept dining

Amenities & Services

Guests check in at the 5-star sister hotel Rosselli, located a few doors away on Merchant Street. The property offers a rooftop bar and plunge pool at the Rosselli, available for guest use. A 24-hour front desk provides express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, and private check-in/check-out.

Rooms

Each air-conditioned room includes a flat-screen smart TV, a work desk, and a coffee machine. En suite bathrooms come with a hairdryer, bathrobe, slippers, and free toiletries. Superior rooms on the third floor offer views along Merchants Street and a balcony.

Dining

Breakfast is served at Grain Street restaurant in the Rosselli, offering a three-tier continental breakfast with freshly cooked eggs. The hotel's gastropub, Cheeky Monkey, serves food and drinks in a lively setting. Under Grain, a fine dining restaurant within the Rosselli, has two Michelin stars.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The hotel is on Merchant Street, a 5-minute walk from St. John's Co-Cathedral and the Grandmaster's Palace. Upper Barrakka Gardens are a 10-minute walk away, offering views of the Grand Harbour. The bus station and ferry to Gozo are within a 15-minute walk.

Wellness & Activities

The Rosselli houses a small gym and a rooftop plunge pool for relaxation. Personalized fitness training is available upon request. The hotel also arranges car hire and airport shuttle service.

Highlights

Architecture: 17th-century baroque building restored with modern comfort

Dining: Sharing-concept menu at Grain Street and two Michelin-starred Under Grain

Location: Central Valletta, 5 min from St. John's Co-Cathedral

Services: Personalized fitness training and tailored guest experiences

Sister hotel access: Rooftop bar, plunge pool, and gym at Rosselli

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Ax The Saint John Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double or Twin Room
2 persons
205 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Air conditioning
Single Room
2 persons
205 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Air conditioning
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Air conditioning
Superior Double Room City View
2 persons
295 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Balcony
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Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments
Facilities: Great
8.9/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course
  • Squash
  • Fishing

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Ax The Saint John Hotel Location

176, Merchant Street, Valletta, Malta, VLT 1174
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176, Merchant Street, Valletta, Malta, VLT 1174
Nearby
St. Elmo Pl. Fort St Elmo
Fort St Elmo
1700 ft
Museum
National Museum of Fine Arts
1800 ft
Public Building
Auberge D'Italie
1400 ft
Church
St Paul's Pro-Cathedral
1200 ft
Church
Church of Saint Augustine
1300 ft
Church
Our Lady of Victories Church
1700 ft
Church
Church of the Madonna of Liesse
1500 ft
Palace
Casa Rocca Piccola
1700 ft
Church
Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
1000 ft
Church
Church of Saint Francis
1400 ft
Republic St
Church of Saint Barbara
1500 ft
Garden
Lower Barrakka Gardens
1700 ft
Museum
The Malta Experience
1700 ft
Square
Republic Street
1700 ft
Restaurants
D'office
400 ft
No 132
TukTuk
100 ft
174
Caffe Cordina
900 ft
244 Triq ir-Repubblika
Ambrosia
200 ft
137 Archbishop Street
Cheeky Monkey Gastropub Valletta
0 ft
176 Merchant Street
Grain Street
200 ft
167 Merchants Street
Admiral's Landing
400 ft
Grand Hotel Excelsior Great Siege Road
I Fratelli
400 ft
Waterfront
Tate Cafe Bar
400 ft
Vittoriosa Marina Vittoriosa
Margo's
600 ft
63
Spice Island
400 ft
Grand Hotel Excelsior Siege Street
Getting around
City Centre
Valletta3 min  ·  700 ft
Airports
Malta International (MLA)12 min  ·  4.8 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
from 04:00-12:00
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
All visitors are offered a american breakfast for a fee. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Italian
Number of floors:
5
Number of rooms:
21

Reviews and Ratings

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Review score
Based on 225 verified reviews
9.0/10
Perfect
94%
Recommend
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Comfort
9.4/10
Facilities
8.9/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.0/10
Location
9.6/10
Staff
9.5/10
Value for money
8.6/10
Guest reviews
based on 367 reviews
9.0/10
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