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Hotel Santana

4.0 star property
Travelers can soak up the sun on poolside loungers under umbrellas while enjoying refreshing cocktails from the convenient bar service

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Hotel Santana offers a relaxing retreat with a rooftop terrace and seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can book Swedish massages or facials at the Indigo Wellness Centre spa, savor Mediterranean cuisine at The Moire for breakfast and dinner, and enjoy WiFi, a garden, and a library.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Family Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Economy Double Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Desk
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Located near the beach, Hotel Santana is in Qawra, a neighbourhood in St. Paul's Bay. Bugibba Square and Hagar Qim are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Golden Sands Beach and Mellieha Bay. St. Paul's Cathedral and Fort St. Elmo are two other places to visit that come recommended. With scuba diving, snorkelling and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our St. Paul's Bay travel guide
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Triq il Maskli, Qawra, St. Paul's Bay, Malta, SPB1482

What's nearby

  • A vintage car in Bugibba
    The Malta Classic Car Collection
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bugibba Beach showing rocky coastline
    Bugibba Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Malta National Aquarium showing signage, modern architecture and marine life
    Malta National Aquarium
    8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Oracle Casino
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bugibba Square
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    46 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ocean Basket
    5 min walk
  • Murphy's Pub
    4 min walk
  • Cheeky Monkey Gastropub
    4 min walk
  • The Craftsman Pub
    1 min walk
  • Mr. Kebab
    3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Santana

Upscale hotel near Bugibba Square
Located close to Mellieha Bay and Golden Sands Beach, Hotel Santana provides a poolside bar, a rooftop terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. Indulge in a facial, a body treatment and a body scrub at Indigo Wellness Centre, the on-site spa. The on-site Mediterranean cuisine buffet restaurant, The Moire, offers breakfast and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A reception hall, multilingual staff and a front desk safe
  • Smoke-free property, luggage storage and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 252 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Electric kettles, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Castagna
  • The Moire

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

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)

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Built in 1996
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 1 August to 31 August:
  • One of the swimming pools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types at the property

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.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the 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 4 stars.

Property is also known as

Hotel Santana
Hotel Santana St. Paul's Bay
Santana Hotel
Santana St. Paul's Bay
Hotel Santana Hotel
Hotel Santana St. Paul's Bay
Hotel Santana Hotel St. Paul's Bay

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Santana have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool, a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM. One of the swimming pools is closed seasonally each year from August 1 until August 31.

Is Hotel Santana pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Santana?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Hotel Santana?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Santana?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Hotel Santana located?

Located in Qawra, this spa hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Bugibba Square, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Golden Sands Beach and St. Paul's Cathedral. Mellieha Bay and Fort St. Elmo are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Hotel Santana Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 833 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 365 out of 833 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 166 out of 833 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 833 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 833 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

william

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money , all the staff very helpful, wide range of food available for breakfast to suit all
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good

Good space in the room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel and value for money

All the staff were excellent, extremely helpful, polite, friendly, efficient and knowledgeable. I used the indoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna and had 2 massages all very good. The food was excellent. The hotel was very clean everywhere, well maintained, i would definitely stay there again and recommend it to anyone. Well done a very enjoyable stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

albert david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family visit

Friendly hotel near amenities and shops, plenty of choice at breakfast but could do with food being a bit warmer ., fruit juice is terrible.. otherwise a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent, safe, clean and great location

We really enjoyed our stay at Santana. I came on my own with my 2 children and felt really safe. The hotel staff were friendly, breakfast was excellent and location was perfect for wandering around or getting buses.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, facilities, breakfast and staff. Could do with an updated bathroom as looking a bit tired. Great price as out of season.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is in a central location and has excellent facilities. The staff are all very friendly and the rooms very spacious and clean.We have stayed at this hotel 7 times now and would delivery recommend it to others.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mrs.M F

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good hotel, good location

Our third stay here and as good as previously. Although the bus station is so near and convenient the hotel is in a quiet location. Plenty of bars and restaurants nearby. Room had everything we needed. Particularly liked the room lighting. Often hotels have bedroom lighting too dim to read by. Reception staff very helpful.. Will stay again.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A nice well maintained hotel. We had hired a car so the free car park opposite was a bonus. Near to many restaurants, breakfast at the hotel was good. Roof top bathing area with a pool was super, if cold, just what you needed in the heat. Room was nice and clean but bed a bit hard.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Malta

room not ready on time, no electric sockets at side off bed, took nearly an hour to find us an extension lead to plug my husbands oxygen in, couldn't get a drink at happy hour, not enough staff, no proper queuing system, on the good side room large, clean and comfortable, staff pleasant, food in dining room good and outside happy hour getting a drink was okay and avalible staff attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice pool area and decent breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ivor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was good quality stay at a good price
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We only stayed one night. We were spending the time with family visiting from the UK. We live in Malta, but have long weekends in local hotels. The Santana is among the top 5.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfast , great staff
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Fantastic hotel, would like to go back in the summer to appreciate the hotels facilities more
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Henoc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay, friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Not the best. Wouldnt stay here again.avergae. was clean and locaiton ok. Some good bits but overall not the best. Compare some other places
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good for the price point.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Colin James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

leah

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is dated and is in need of a refurbishment. The in house singing and quiz nights are extremely loud and terrible. The breakfast and dinner buffets are not great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Anamaria

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately we didn't realise the room we have booked it was very small (the door didn't open because of the bed, there was no space to walk around the bed). The bathroom was very small and damp, no balcony, only a small window. The window was pointing towards the inner garden terrace which had karaoke, loud music and loud conversations.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Massimo Valerio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a nice hotel. The zone would be beautiful, but for me they ruined the landscape by building too much.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

2/10 Terrible

Varun

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not worth it.

They couldn't find my booking, and I had to wait for almost 2.5 hours and then ended up paying for the night. I had to wake up early and got a refund for the first night after 2 days. I had to ask for compensation so they upgraded my room. After being in the room, I observed several bugs. Some of the staff was also rude.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Good breakfast, but a bit repetitive, no mushrooms or grilled tomatoes.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Returning
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2023