When you stay at Xemxija Bay Hotel in St. Paul's Bay, you'll be by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of Golden Bay and Mellieha Bay. .This family-friendly hotel is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Paradise Bay Beach and 8.1 mi (13 km) from Blue Lagoon.
What's nearby
Bugibba Square - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
Bugibba Beach - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
The Malta Classic Car Collection - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
Mellieha Bay - 7 min drive - 4.1 km
Malta National Aquarium - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
Getting around
Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
LOA - 5 min drive
Rebekah’s - 5 min drive
Pitstop - Xemxija - 4 min walk
Belleview Bistro - 3 min drive
Reflections Sports Pub & Grill - 4 min drive
About this property
Xemxija Bay Hotel
Family-friendly hotel with a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk
Xemxija Bay Hotel offers 107 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary toiletries. Satellite television is provided. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in March 2025.
A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 107 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include phones and safes, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a television in a common area.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Xemxija Bay Hotel has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Daily continental breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Books
Children's pool
Seasonal outdoor pool
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Children's pool
In-room cot
Seasonal outdoor pool
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
In a nature reserve
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
More
6 floors
Built in 1995
Renovated guestrooms - March 2025
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free cot
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Limited room service
More
Air conditioning
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 1 to April 30:
Bar/Lounge
Swimming pool
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the 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 continental breakfast: approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Kitchen/kitchenette fee: EUR 15 per day
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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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
We should mention
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
National rating
Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Malta. This property is rated 3 stars.
Property is also known as
Porto Azzurro Aparthotel
Porto Azzurro Aparthotel St. Paul's Bay
Porto Azzurro St. Paul's Bay
Xemxija Bay Hotel Hotel
Porto Azzurro Aparthotel
Reviews
Xemxija Bay Hotel Reviews
8.0
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 62 reviews
10 - Excellent
24
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 62 reviews
8 - Good
18
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 62 reviews
6 - Okay
12
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 62 reviews
4 - Poor
6
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 62 reviews
2 - Terrible
2
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Gabriel
12 Jun 2025
It was great stay with nice pool, however checkin had an issue and it took a bit
Great place to stay as a solo traveler peaceful plenty of sun beds lovely pool clean good sized room with a little balcony. Special thanks to Jacob for putting sun lotion on my back (solo traveler) and just a genuine polite young man an absolute asset to your hotel and to Stephan on reception for your kindness on my last evening and as I had booked early I had complimentary breakfast I’ve had a great stay!
Relaxing One-Night Stay
We stayed at Xemxija Bay Hotel for one night and really enjoyed it. The room was clean, comfortable, and had a lovely pool view, which made it feel even more relaxing. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and everything went smoothly from check-in to check-out. The hotel is in a peaceful area but still close to local restaurants and scenic walks. A great spot for a short getaway—would happily return!
Mario
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
8/10 Good
Brian
23 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Brian
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
MD ABDUL AWAL
23 May 2025
MD ABDUL AWAL
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Karen
22 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
My only disappointment was booked a room with balcony and pool view but got a room with a back alley view. On arrival showed my booking to the guy on reception and he said no room available!!
Personal freundlich und hilfsbereit.
Frühstück Zimmer und Wasserqualitätsind unserer Meinung sehr schlecht. Zimmer absolut schlecht renoviert! Da kommt kein wohlfühlfaktor auf.Zum Frühstück nur Toast und harte Brötchen. Pool so trüb das man seine Füße nicht sehen kann und die liegen sind mit schimmel versehen.
Aussenansicht der Hotelanlage auch nicht besonders einladend. Wir können die Bewertung auf der Seite von Expedia absolut nicht nachvollziehen!
Wir kommen nicht wieder.
Veldig bra hotell med god pris og plassering. Eneste ting som burde de endre er frokost… hver dag lager de det samme meny. Service og ansatt var veldig bra, takk ! :)
Dominika
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Paul
3 Jun 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Lors de notre séjour, nous avons rencontré un désagrément à cause de la présence de bêtes dans la chambre. Heureusement, un employé très professionnel a su gérer la situation rapidement en nous proposant un changement de chambre. Celle-ci était globalement propre, bien que la cuisine laissait à désirer : les couverts et les casseroles étaient sales. Autre point négatif, le bruit environnant était particulièrement dérangeant. Les gens autour étaient très bruyants, sans aucun respect : cris, coups, objets lancés… Malgré cela, nous avons tout de même passé un bon séjour dans l’ensemble.