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The stunning Xara Palace in Mdina has been awarded Malta’s Leading Boutique Hotel 2019
And we can totally see why!

Jillian Mallia

Another fantastic achievement for the Maltese Islands! The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux in Mdina has been awarded the title of ‘Malta’s Leading Boutique Hotel 2019’ during the World Travel Awards held in Madeira, Portugal earlier this month.

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The number of boutique hotels on the islands has grown exponentially in recent years, and it’s clear that more and more patrons are searching for this kind of accommodation. The Xara Palace remains the only boutique hotel in the enchanting Medieval City of Mdina, priding itself on being the first one of its kind on the island. The luxury brand is even celebrating its 20th anniversary next month, so this great news comes right on time!

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The Xara Palace has also been previously mentioned by the international press such as Forbes, the Telegraph, Vogue and Fox News, ranking among top hotels in Malta, mansion hotels in Europe, and castle hotels around the globe. They’re doing an incredible job at it all, no wonder they’re getting such high praise and awards!

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In a statement released by Xara Palace, Marketing Manager Jean Pierre Cassar spoke about the prestigious award. “We are delighted to be awarded this title once again. This award is not just for the location, the architecture, the interiors, the service and the cuisine, this award is also the fruit of the ceaseless efforts put in by each and every person of the Xara team that perform their daily tasks with love and passion for the property and the outlets that surround it.”

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24th June 2019


Jillian Mallia
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Jillian Mallia
A book lover, writer and globetrotter who loves exploring new places and the local gems that the Maltese Islands have to offer. An avid foodie and arts fanatic, Jillian searches the island and beyond for the perfect settings to write about.

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