AX The Saint John - Valetta

AX The Saint John is an elegant, boutique property, set in the heart of Malta's UNESCO-listed capital, Valletta. It features a good selection of beautifully presented rooms – including Comfort Quad Rooms for families, as well as an on-site gastropub. You can also enjoy two superb dining options and a stunning rooftop bar located at the nearby sister hotel, Rosselli AX Privilege.

The location of this majestic mansion is hard to beat, occupying a privileged position along the iconic Merchants Street in central Valletta. It’s set close to some of the capital’s best sights, including Valletta’s main square, Grand Master’s Palace and St John’s Co-Cathedral, all within 450 metres. Walk another 400 metres south to reach the fascinating Lascaris War Rooms – a network of underground chambers used as strategic headquarters during the Second World War. If you’re drawn to water, head eight miles south to the Blue Grotto, a magical complex of sea caves. Visit on a clear, sunny morning, when the blue sky reflects off the white sandy seabed creating vibrant azure and cobalt waters. Malta International Airport is six miles from the hotel.

The hotel occupies an exceptionally elegant 19th Century merchant’s mansion, carefully restored to retain its former splendour. Refined grey walls, white cornicing and wrought iron fretwork reflect its historic character, while the rooms display a distinctly urban-industrial design. Comfort, Deluxe and Superior rooms are generously sized for a boutique, city property, fitted with modern comforts including a 43-inch flat-screen smart TV with streaming services, USB ports and a Dolce Gusto coffee machine with coffee capsules. Bathrooms feature a walk-in rainfall shower, bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. Many rooms overlook the charming internal courtyard, while others face onto Merchants Street, offering a glimpse of daily life in Valletta.