AX The Palace

5.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with a full-service spa and a health club
VIP Access

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Buffet
Design Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Design Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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High Street, Sliema, Malta, SLM 1542
  • Place, Point Shopping Mall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Sliema Promenade
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Saint Julian's Bay
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for Rewards members

Room options

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Executive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Comfort Room (Atrium View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 365 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Design Suite

  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Single Room (Atrium View)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Superior Single Room

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Suite, Hot Tub

  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Hot Tub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Sliema

AX The Palace places you within a 10-minute stroll of ll-Fortiżża and Bisazza Street. This 5-star hotel has 149 rooms and welcomes guests with a bar/lounge, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Point Shopping Mall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Tower Road - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Exiles Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sliema Promenade - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Saint Julian's Bay - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Sakura - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Word Of Mouth - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Compass Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Marrobbio - ‬4 min walk

About this property

AX The Palace

Art Deco hotel with a full-service spa and a health club
Guests of AX The Palace enjoy a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. Transportation is made easy with an area shuttle. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include minibars, electric kettles, and safes.
An indoor pool and an outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 12 for adults and EUR 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Talk of Town
  • TemptAsian
  • The Tabloid

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2007
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the indoor pool after 2 PM.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • 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.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 12.00 for adults and EUR 12 for children
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 50 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 18 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Malta. This property is rated 5 stars.

Property is also known as

Palace Hotel Sliema
Palace Sliema
The Palace Hotel Sliema
The Palace Malta/Sliema
AX │ The Palace
AX The Palace Hotel
AX The Palace Sliema
AX The Palace Hotel Sliema

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at AX The Palace?

AX The Palace offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at AX The Palace?

As of Nov 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AX The Palace on Dec 9, 2025 start from $97.49, 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.

What's there to see close to AX The Palace?

This hotel in Sliema is within a 10-minute walk of Tower Road, Point Shopping Mall, and ll-Fortiżża. You'll also find Sliema Promenade and Saint Julian's Bay less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at AX The Palace?

Yes, there is accessible parking available.

Is there a spa at AX The Palace?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include couples treatments and massages.

Does AX The Palace have a casino at the property?

No, AX The Palace doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at AX The Palace?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about AX The Palace?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool and a bar plus some guestrooms feature private saunas.

Are there hot tubs at AX The Palace?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this hotel.

Does AX The Palace have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, AX The Palace serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Tabloid.

Will AX The Palace allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at AX The Palace though service animals are welcome.

Does AX The Palace have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from AX The Palace?

The closest major airport to AX The Palace is Malta Intl. Airport (MLA), which is 6.7 mi away (12 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at AX The Palace?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a furnished balcony or a furnished patio.