The Barrister

Property class: 4
Hotel with restaurant, near Grand Harbour

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You'll be in a fantastic location at The Barrister, just a 5-minute walk from Grand Harbour and Mediterranean Conference Centre. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Fort St. Elmo and Malta Experience are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
The current price is $289
$313 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25

Why we love this property

Restaurant and bar
This hotel offers a restaurant for dining, a bar for drinks, and continental breakfast to start the day on a delicious note.
Sleep in supreme comfort
Plush bedding cradles guests in ultimate relaxation. In-room massage services and rainfall showers elevate the stay, while minibars refresh.

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, and chair, a painting on the wall, and a door with a brass handle.

Superior Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Terrace

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a wardrobe.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Terrace

  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, a picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room (with Maltese Balcony)

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room (with Maltese Balcony)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room (with Roof top Terrace and Hot Tub)

A hot tub with a wooden exterior, overlooking a cityscape with historic buildings and a dome structure.

Deluxe Double Room (with Roof top Terrace and Hot Tub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
57, St. Christopher Street, Valletta, 1462

What's nearby

  • Grand Harbour - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mediterranean Conference Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Malta Experience - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Fort St. Elmo - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sally Port Caffe E Pizzeria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪City Crown - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Babel Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Da Pablo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cheeky Monkey Gastropub - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Barrister

  • You'll be in a fantastic location at The Barrister, just a 5-minute walk from Grand Harbour and Mediterranean Conference Centre. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Fort St. Elmo and Malta Experience are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 18 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

    • One child (3 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking
    • Free offsite parking nearby

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

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 1.50 per person, per night, up to 15 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 15 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 25.0 per day

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
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.

Also known as

Barrister Hotel Valletta
Barrister Valletta
The Barrister Hotel Malta/Valletta
The Barrister Hotel
The Barrister Valletta
The Barrister Hotel Valletta

Frequently asked questions

Does The Barrister offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Barrister 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.

Are pets allowed at The Barrister?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Barrister?

No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Barrister?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at The Barrister?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Dragonara Casino (10-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Barrister and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and horseback riding.

Are there restaurants at or near The Barrister?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Barrister like?

The Barrister is in the heart of Valletta, a short 4-minute walk from Malta Experience and 4 minutes' walk from Mediterranean Conference Centre.

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Reviews

The Barrister Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a pleasant start to the day with a good variety to choose from and attentive staff. (34 reviews)
  • The hotel is surrounded by a wealth of nearby restaurants catering for all tastes, including some rooftop eating places with great views. (13 reviews)
  • The hotel's rooms with a jacuzzi on a balcony offered a luxurious and relaxing experience. (3 reviews)
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Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a fantastic stay. The room and staff couldn't have been better.
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8/10 Very good

great Location but very noisy in some rooms facing the street
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8/10 Very good

I will first express my gratitude for the service and the positivity we felt starting from the first moment we checked in till the last minute we checked out. The room was a little small compare to the picture yet it was super clean and well organized. The personnel kept checking if we are ok and were super lovely at the restaurant in the service disk and even the cleaning service. A little issue with the noises outside since it's a very moving area in Valetta. However that is not something to really to chance my opinion if I will consider rebooking next time. Excellent place ! Thanks
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8/10 Very good

Clean room, friendly and welcoming staff. The hotel is in a great location close to all amenities.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Loud music on weekend nights.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel in very walkable location. The staff were kind and helpful.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel, would stay here again. Hotel manager was very helpful.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful & perfectly located hotel with a highly knowledgable and helpful owner, Mark!
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel and lovely people very helpful.
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10/10 Exceptional

We would have liked a more extensive breakfast menu. The service was excellent during breakfast.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Breakfast was good. Only thing we did not like was the fact wasnt an actual shower. Instead it was over the bath but no showet3 curtain.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Would stay again

Easily walkable to everything in Valletta, friendly staff, very comfortable room, lovely breakfast….ticks all of the boxes for a great stay.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Lovely staff. Excellent location
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel. Convenient location
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10/10 Exceptional

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Highlights We had such a great stay here! The hotel itself is beautiful, with lovely, comfortable, and well-kept rooms. The location is honestly fantastic – you’re within walking distance of pretty much everything, which made it an easy and very convenient place to stay. We also really appreciated how well connected the hotel is with great restaurants in the area. The staff are happy to recommend places and can even help arrange reservations and get you a table, which was a really nice touch and made our stay even easier. Staff Experience What really stands out is the staff. Everyone we met was incredibly friendly, helpful, and genuinely service-minded. A special mention has to go to Olena on the night shift, who was absolutely wonderful and really went above and beyond for us. Drawback The only downside is something unfortunately outside the hotel’s control. There is a bar next door that plays surprisingly loud music, even on weekdays and seemingly without many (or any!) customers – we actually went over to check because we couldn’t quite understand where all the noise was coming from 😅 That being said, the amazing service from the staff honestly made up for the inconvenience. The hotel is clearly aware of the situation and provides guests with really good quality earplugs, which we appreciated. Overall Despite the noise from next door, we would happily stay here again. A beautiful hotel in an amazing location, with genuinely lovely people working there.
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10/10 Exceptional

Overall, exceeded expectations. It’s perfect for both short and longer stays in Malta, offering the comfort of a luxury with the convenience of being in the city center. Highly recommended!
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8/10 Very good

Central Valletta location. Staff were always courteous and helpful. Room small but fresh. It is noisy in the surrounding streets so if you’re a light sleeper it may not be the hotel for you (although they do supply ear plugs!).
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel with a small amount of rooms, maybe around 20. Staff were very friendly to us and helpful with recommendations for bars/restaurants and tours.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location. Staff very friendly. Rooms comfy and clean. It's by Strait St so not library quiet nearby, but that was no issue.
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic service and extremely helpful staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Boutique hotel with excellent location. Some rooms & the cafeteria require stairway access.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely, clean, classy boutique style hotel within a historical building. All of the staff were fantastic and made our stay feel as though we were staying with good friends. The owner has a wealth of knowledge about Malta and the best attractions to see as well as suggestions of the best restaurants at reasonable prices. The hotel is also perfectly situated for exploring Valletta on foot. The owner and all of the staff worked hard to ensure that our stay was a memorable experience and we were made to feel valued and special.
Welcoming facade of the hotel in the evening
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location to enjoy Valetta and to use as a base to explore other parts of Malta, including just a 10-15 minute walk to the ferry point we used to go to Gozo. The room was very clean and a comfortable bed. I would highlight the hotel proprieter Mark for his welcome and incredible local knowledge and willingness to make time for us in his busy schedle to help us make some local plans as it was our first visit to Malta. He even contacted a trusted Gozo based taxi and tour guide who met us upon our arrival at the island. There is a wealth of nearby restaurants caterering for all tastes, including some roof top eating places with great views. Some people have left reviews relating to the late night noise, but honestly with the window shut and AC on, we didn't notice a thing and for me it just added to the friendly vibe and buzz that is Valetta. A final shout out to Jason who is the local taxi and tour guide who sorted the airport run and spent a day with and was really friendly and crammed a lot in for us so that we didn't miss anything.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff. Owner engaged with all guests and made helpful suggestions of where to visit and how to get there. Very customer-focused.
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6/10 Good

Property in good location and good breakfast. Very noisy music very late despite ear plugs