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The Central guesthouse

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with restaurant, near Malta Experience

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In the heart of the city, The Central guesthouse offers a warm welcome with a coffee shop/cafe and restaurant. Unwind in the lobby with tea or catch up on news while you plan your day, take advantage of tour/ticket assistance and laundry facilities. Previous guests appreciated helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Satellite TV service

Room options

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Penthouse | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Penthouse

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Studio (Family Apartment)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Studio (Accessible Room)

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Studio (Apartment with Balcony)

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Wonderful
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  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Studio (Family Apartment with Balcony)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Studio (Studio Apartment) | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Studio (Studio Apartment)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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Triq Santa Monika, 48, Pieta, Malta, PTA 1113

What's nearby

  • Grand Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Valletta Waterfront - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Upper Barrakka Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 6 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Malta Experience - 9 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Duke's Snack Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mile End - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Busy Bee Coffee Shop - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Rooney's Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Central guesthouse

  • The Central guesthouse puts you within a 10-minute drive of Malta Experience and Saint Julian's Bay. Also, St George's Beach and Sliema Promenade are within a short drive.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Television in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 79
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch Smart TV
  • Satellite TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Paper towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Cash deposit: EUR 100 per accommodation, per stay

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 and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 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.

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 13 for adults and EUR 7 for children

Policies

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.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Cashless transactions are available.

Frequently asked questions

Does The Central guesthouse offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Central guesthouse 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 Central guesthouse?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Central guesthouse?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Central guesthouse.

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

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Central guesthouse?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but Dragonara Casino (7-min drive) is nearby.

Are there restaurants at or near The Central guesthouse?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Central guesthouse like?

The Central guesthouse is a short 6-minute walk from Grand Harbour and 16 minutes' walk from Valletta Ferry Terminal.

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Reviews

The Central guesthouse Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, good, and excellent with a variety of options available. (21 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good hotel with an aquiped kitchen, delicious breakfasts, friendly staff, good location
Tetiana, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good hotel, tasty breakfast. Nice people
Richard, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous location and great value accommodation. Friendly service and comfortable and clean. Highly recommended.
David, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Grest place to stay, like your own little flat. Staff were friendly and helpful and the breakfast in the in house cafe was excellent. Would definitely stay there again.
The breakfast was excellent.
Marilou, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean, the location of the hotel was great! The price was really good for the room, hot tub and breakfast included. Would definitely stay here again!
Daniel, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms was great service very friendly central location to get to other parts of the island.
Alexander, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent breakfast, clean rooms, loads of info about Malta at the reception.
Praveen, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff with good breakfast.
Cecilia, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice and clean. Towels were a bit old but clean.. OK brreakfast but limited if you dont want eggs - pancakes were Great though 😎
Henrik, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great breakfast, attentive staff, comfortable room. On the last night I found the sound insolation poor, heard the person above us shower at 5 am
Chantal, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Excellent location for walking into Valletta, taxis are cheap on Bolt, Excellent friendly staff. Would definitely stay there again.
Alisa, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hi I stayed at The central guesthouse with my daughter and friend just this last wk 11th till the 15th February 2026. This guesthouse is 5* star, clean comfortable and I highly recommend the breakfast absolutely yummy and so much choice of foods to eat and drinks. The perfect place to stay. Thankyou central guesthouse
Emma, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Real lovely staff and a great little place to stay
Michael, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay, quiet area 30 minute walk into Valletta. Food available and is great. Staff were wonderful and friendly
Peter, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay; great check-in; we really appreciated the washing machine!
Jordan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very easy check in process, close to the airport , lovely room and great breakfast , will come again !
Stephanie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The rooms were clean and new, very modern looking. The staff was friendly and very approachable. The Guesthouse was well furnished and had a cozy and welcoming vibe. I would recommend Central Guesthouse to others and would stay there again myself.
Sukaina, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is located in a very quiet and safe area. It’s convenient to catch a bus or get an Uber. The room is modern and clean. The breakfast is excellent. The best part is the wonderful and helpful staff. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you!
Wei, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location and friendly. Room was clean and in great condition.
Frank, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room was spotless and comfortable, the staff were exceptionally polite, and the location offered excellent connectivity to public transport. The peaceful surroundings made the stay even more enjoyable.
Mohit, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was amazing! Super kind and helpful! The room was very nice and comfortable.
Cole, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice spacious room, enjoyed the balcony & the street view with Valletta in the horizon just a couple of km
Romana, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful, friendly, helpful staff, comfy beds and fabulous breakfast included. The hot tub was great, too. The location is good for catching a bus and for walking into Valetta. Keep in mind the streets everywhere are very steep. Room was very clean.
New Year's Eve fireworks from our terrace
Lynn, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was great! Clean and spacious. Decent location with only a short uber ride to everything.
Kristin, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room was very comfortable and cosy. Lots of ammenities and everything you would need. Staff were very friends and breakfast was great too.
Ezzeldin, 3-night trip