IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta is just 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). You can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, then indulge in massages, facials, or mani/pedis. Other highlights at this Tuscan hotel include a rooftop terrace, a hot tub, and a snack bar/deli.
Languages
English, French, Maltese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
13 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 31 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No onsite parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Ferry terminal shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Pool gate
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Boat tours nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Limo or town car service
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Built in 1600
Rooftop terrace
Seasonal outdoor pool
Spa services
Hot tub
Outdoor furniture
Tuscan architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 39
Accessible airport shuttle
Tile flooring in public areas
Tile flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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.
Destination fee: EUR 0.5 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 18 years of age.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 18 for adults and EUR 10 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 35 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 4)
Ferry terminal shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from March 01 to October 31
Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Property Registration Number C105727
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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 31 lbs per pet. There's a charge of EUR 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta.
Is airport shuttle service offered by IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 35 per vehicle roundtrip.
What are the check-in and check-out times at IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Dragonara Casino (15-min drive) and Oracle Casino (24-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, boat tours, and scuba diving. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool and spa services.
What's the area around IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta like?
IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta is a short 1-minute walk from Grand Harbour and 6 minutes' walk from Fort St. Angelo.
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Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
12 Nov 2024
Everything was great,
This was our second stay here & would highly recommend. Very friendly staff that couldn’t be more helpful.
Steve & Sarah
Sarah
Sarah, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Oct 2024
Great hotel and location. 5 minute walk to 3 cities ferry. Lovely places to eat on both sides of the harbour.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 7-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Oct 2024
Neil
Neil, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 Sep 2024
Carmela
Carmela, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Jul 2024
Beautiful rooftop , high ceiling room, perfect location and the kindest staff . I was very happy I chose to stay at this hotel .
Aurelia
Aurelia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 Jul 2024
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.
Angela
Angela, 3-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Jun 2024
Stunningly presented hotel where we were made to feel incredibly welcomed & valued the moment we stepped in the door. Couldn't fault anything & would return to stay without doubt next time we visit Malta
Peter
Peter, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Jun 2024
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!
Lorraine
Lorraine, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Jun 2024
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.
jonathan
jonathan, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
31 May 2024
Unique building, staff extremely helpful and welcoming.
James
James, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 May 2024
Hilary
Hilary, 6-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
30 Apr 2024
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!
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 Apr 2024
IC
IC, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 Apr 2024
Rory
Rory, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Oct 2023
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
Rory
Rory, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 Feb 2025
The perfect hotel
Lovely hotel, with excellent service and staff. Very good breakfast. For me it was 10/10!
Daniel
Daniel, 4-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Oct 2024
Veldig bra hotell!
Et glimrende hotell. Rolig beliggenhet, men med kort avstand til gode restauranter og andre servicefunksjoner. Hurtigbåt til Valetta kun 3-4 min gange fra hotellet. Båten tar mindre enn 10 min og er bare et fint lite mini-cruise. Veldig god frokost. Alt serveres ved bordet - ingen buffet. Rent og pent og fremstår som nytt. Flott takterrasse med god plass. Ekstremt hyggelige ansatte fra vaskepersonell til resepsjonist. 24/7 bemannet resepsjon. Kun 13 rom så personlig service. Kan absolutt anbefales.
Kenneth
Kenneth, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 May 2024
Ein Hotel zum Wohlfühlen. Maxime und sein ganzes Team waren jederzeit zuvorkommend und haben uns charmant umsorgt.
Hotel war picobello sauber. Die Dachterrasse mit Pool und Whirlpool war ein Traum. Allein die Sonnenschirme waren etwas tricky zum Öffnen ;-)
Lage in der Nähe des Yachthafens von Birgu super. Man kommt in wenigen Minuten mit dem Taxi-Boot für 2 Euro p.P. nach Valetta. Empfehlenswerte Eisdiele vor der Tür. Trotz der zentralen Lage war es im Hotel ruhig und die guten Betten haben eine ungestörte Nachtruhe ermöglicht.
Frühstück wurde frisch zubereitet und war lecker.
Herzlichen Dank für fünf angenehme Tage auf Malta und hoffentlich auf bald!
Dr. Karl
Dr. Karl, 5-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 May 2024
Madelene
Madelene, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 Apr 2024
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