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AX The Saint John

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, 3-minute walk to Malta Experience

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AX The Saint John, in the city center, is a stylish haven with an inviting atmosphere. Guests enjoy WiFi, a coffee shop, bar, and restaurant. The helpful multilingual staff receives praise, and dry cleaning services add convenience.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Comfort Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Comfort Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2017
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2017
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2017
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Quadruple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Comfort Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2017
Heating
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 344 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Comfort Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Superior Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
176, Merchant Street, Valletta, VLT 1174

What's nearby

  • Malta Experience - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sliema Ferry - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Fort St. Elmo - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Upper Barrakka Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lot Sixty One - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Babel Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grain Street - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nenu the Artisan Baker - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ta Nadia - ‬2 min walk

About this property

AX The Saint John

Upscale hotel near Malta Experience
A coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at AX The Saint John. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a banquet hall
  • A front-desk safe, multilingual staff, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms at AX The Saint John offer thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

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-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 21 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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; 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

Property is also known as

AX ¦ Saint John Hotel Valletta
AX ¦ Saint John Hotel
AX ¦ Saint John Valletta
AX ¦ Saint John
AX │ The Saint John
AX The Saint John Hotel
AX The Saint John Valletta
AX The Saint John Hotel Valletta

Frequently asked questions

Is AX The Saint John pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at AX The Saint John?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at AX The Saint John?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at AX The Saint John?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does AX The Saint John provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 21 per vehicle applies.

Where is AX The Saint John located?

Located in the heart of Valletta, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Grand Harbour and Malta Experience. Merchant Street Market and Quarry Wharf are just steps away.

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Reviews

AX The Saint John Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 201 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and there are a lot of extras provided. Breakfast was phenomenal and the Americano's are amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Elegant
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muriel

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

Location Location

Absolutely perfect location to visit Valetta, and the staff went above and beyond to make us happy. The breakfast is really nice too.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meirion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Center of the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rupert

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

AX the Saint John

ideal for overnight stay before early flight home
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally

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

The staff are absolutely brilliant

We had a little hiccup with our room initially and the reception staff dealt with it immediately and decisively. They are incredibly friendly and welcoming nothing is too much trouble they make this a fabulous place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Not the best but great location

No outside window made the room very dark so wouldn’t stay again. Staff were lovely and so was breakfast but no facilities and not made aware of whether we could use facilities in sister hotel. Superb location for sites and restaurants and bars though.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel staff were incredibly helpful and polite. Our rental car fell through at the last minute and the hotel arranged for a car to be delivered to the hotel for us within a few hours. Breakfast was perfect. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tasia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent and helpful. Room was spacious. Area was way too noisy with blaring music. Breakfast was expensive and not worth the money. But very central to everything in Valletta.
Stayed 17 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional value! Great service, location, accommodations. From check in to departure the staff was exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love!!! Jessica at the front desk went above and beyond. Pinoy Street Food nearby is the bomb. It was Notte Bianca when I stayed and I could barely hear the festivities in my room. Only complaint was the tiny shower area of the deluxe room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff, especially Dahy, were very helpful and accommodating. We stayed here twice within two weeks and both stays were very enjoyable. Rooms are comfortable and very well furnished.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christof

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal, tolles, geräumiges Zimmer, sehr gutes Frühstück.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend this hotel. Right in the centre but still quiet. Staff very helpful. Breakfast one of the best I’ve had.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Etienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful experience from check in to check out. Very clean and comfortable room with well appointed bathroom. Our check in was seamless and Amal was a standout member of the team who made us feel very welcome and provided us with really useful information about what to do and where to eat. Very happy with our stay and highly recommend the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super friendly staff great location and super quite rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

paola

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

Posizione ottima

L’hotel è una dependance dell’hotel Rossini poco distante. La posizione è strategica ma la camera non mi è piaciuta. Aveva una sola finestra interna e quella del bagno non si apriva. Ho avuto la sensazione di essere in prigione. Camera abbastanza piccola ma la colazione molto buona.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Exceptional Hotel

I recently stayed at the AX Saint John Hotel in Valletta, and it exceeded all my expectations. This beautifully modern hotel is not only well-built but also superbly insulated, ensuring a quiet and peaceful stay. The staff were incredible, offering exceptional friendliness and service. On my birthday, they surprised me with a lovely letter and a bottle of prosecco, making my stay even more special. The bathroom was immaculate, well-lit, and regularly serviced, adding to the comfort of my stay. The hotel's unique hydration stations – available in the room, just outside, and at the entrance – were a fantastic touch, ensuring I stayed refreshed throughout my visit. The continental breakfast was delicious and super filling, providing a great start to my day. One of the highlights was the detailed map and thorough explanation of places to visit in Valletta and across Malta provided by the staff. Their local insights were invaluable and truly enhanced my trip. In summary, the AX Saint John Hotel is a perfect blend of modern luxury and impeccable service. Whether you are visiting for a special occasion or just need a relaxing getaway, this hotel delivers on all fronts. I highly recommend it and would definitely stay here again. 10/10.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is fantastic. Well placed for everything. Rooms extremely comfortable ( mine was 504) had its own balcony, the only one, and was nice to sit out. Not the best views but you can see the med and several nice spires. Staff are amazingly kind and helpful. This is not the cheapest but I feel is the best.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasdeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was lovely - small and quiet. It is a sister hotel to the AX Rosselli which covered the check in, check out and breakfast. The real stars of the stay were the staff. They were all so welcoming, professional and accommodating. Honestly, it is the top notch service which would encourage me to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and welcoming staff, beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful hotel. The concierge was amazing - we arrived late at night and he was watching for us! The room is wonderfully appointed - much more luxurious than we expected for this price. We wish we were staying longer instead of catching a cruise today.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Temitope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chic. Clean. Central. Safe. All I needed for a short break.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo me gusto , un hotel excelente con la mejor atención , ubicación excelente Quedamos sorprendidos
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023