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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.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ₩322,034
₩346,294 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 26 - Mar 27

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • Bay view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Suite | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Penthouse | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Penthouse

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Bay view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Birgu, IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta is in the historical district. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Malta Experience, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Saint Julian's Bay and Golden Bay. San Anton Gardens and Limestone Heritage Park & 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
Map
5 Wenzu Dyer, Birgu

What's nearby

  • Grand Harbour showing a bay or harbor, a coastal town and a sunset
    Grand Harbour
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Upper Barrakka Gardens featuring heritage architecture and a monument
    Upper Barrakka Gardens
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • View from inside of a cathedral in Valletta, Malta. The St. John’s Co-Cathedral is a cathedral decorated in baroque style. This is a view of the altar.
    St. Johns Co - Cathedral
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
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    Malta Experience
    15 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Vittoriosa Yacht Marina
    2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Malta Intl. Airport (MLA)
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Seamans Cafe
    7 min walk
  • The Wild West
    3 min walk
  • Mykonos
    4 min walk
  • Sottovento
    2 min walk
  • DATE Art Cafe
    8 min walk

About this property

IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta

Upscale hotel near St. Johns Co - Cathedral
Located close to Malta Experience, 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 facial, a body treatment, or a massage. 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 sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge), and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Concierge services, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Outdoor furniture, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta include comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • 42-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, 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 transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip 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 elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1600
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Tuscan architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • 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 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 31 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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: 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: approximately EUR 18 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 35 per vehicle (roundtrip, 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-authorize 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, 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
Property Registration Number C105727

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from March 01 to October 31
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 transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Palazzo Bettina
Ibb Palazzo Bettina Malta
IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta Hotel
IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta Birgu
IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta Hotel Birgu

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–8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta?

As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta on Mar 26, 2026 start from ₩322,034, excluding 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.

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 31 lbs 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?

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?

Check-out 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 Vittoriosa Yacht Marina. Fort St. Angelo and Gozo Fast Ferry Terminal are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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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. 49 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed at the Palazzo Bettina as a family of six adults. Maxime and the other staff are a credit to the hotel. We were greeted by Maxime, showed to our rooms and then served drinks by the rooftop pool. The staff couldn’t do enough for us and were very helpful and always engaging. Birgu is a very pretty place and quiet away from the crowds. We all agreed it was a perfect place to stay but the ferry to Valletta is easy for a more lively evening. We definitely recommend the Palazzo Bettina and thank you Maxime and staff for a lovely warm welcome. We didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is brand new so everything was lovely and clean, new mattresses and no wear and tear anywhere. I had picked out the hotel to be close to the port for work which I have been visiting for years. So much better to be close! No long taxi ride, can’t believe I haven’t thought of it before! The area is quiet and relaxed with a good selection of restaurants in the evening! There are other parts of Malta to go a party but if you want a genuine old town feel and evening quietly strolling back from a lovely dinner by the water front this is your place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have just arrived home after our lovely stay at IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina, and wow - what a gorgeous hotel! The staff are a credit to the hotel and were always warm and welcoming. They went above and beyond for not only us, but other guests staying there. It is evident their service is of a very high standard, always greeting with a smile. The room we paid for was exactly as described, spacious enough for me and my partner, ample storage space and a lovely balcony overlooking the courtyard. The air conditioning within the room was amazing and fully adjustable to personal preference. In terms of cleanliness, the hotel itself is pristine, and our room was thoroughly cleaned each day. Fresh towels were given upon request (the hotel give instructions to leave the towels on the floor when you feel you need new ones) which is fantastic for sustainability. Our favourite part of this hotel, and why we chose it in the first place, was the amazing pool facilities. Located on the rooftop, the pool overlooks the harbour and is absolutely stunning! There were always plenty of sun loungers available for all guests, and the hotel kindly provided fresh towels on top of the loungers each day. Staff were always accessible should you want to order food or drinks to the pool, you simply placed your order on the phone beside the lift, and the staff brought this to you very promptly. Overall, a fantastic stay, highly recommended! Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

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