The Central guesthouse

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with restaurant, near St. Johns Co - Cathedral

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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
  • Air conditioning
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Very good
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Studio (Family Apartment)

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Exceptional
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Studio (Accessible Room)

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Studio (Apartment with Balcony)

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  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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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 - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Upper Barrakka Gardens - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 7 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Sliema Ferry - 7 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Duke's Snack Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mile End - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Busy Bee Coffee Shop - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kebab Factory - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Blue Bar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Central guesthouse

When you stay at The Central guesthouse, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from St. Johns Co - Cathedral and Malta Experience. Also, Saint Julian's Bay and St George's Beach 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) on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–10:00 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: 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 10 to 15 per person

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) and Oracle Casino (15-min drive) are both 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

9.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as good, excellent, and delicious with a lot of choice of foods to eat and drinks. (14 reviews)
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Reviews

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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
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10/10 Exceptional

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

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

Very clean, lovely, friendly staff, comfy bed. The only downside was running out of hot water. Small water tank not enough for two people.
Katarzyna, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good

The room felt always humid even with the heating on. The beds are too soft an the bed linens are very rough. Breakfast is very good. Staff are very helpful and professional.
Sonia, 2-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

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

Good location and friendly. Room was clean and in great condition.
Frank, 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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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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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

Everything was great. Staff are wonderful. The room was big and comfortable. Breakfast was always delicious. Location was easily navigated. Overall we had a great stay at the Central Guest House. Thank you to all the staff for such a warm welcome it was greatly appreciated.
Dora, 21-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very comfy and you have everything in the room
Wilfred, 3-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
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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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10/10 Exceptional

Apartment was to a very high standard. Very easy reach to Valletta, staff all very friendly and helpful.
The marina is very close by.
Simon, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A gem

Fantastic little place with very friendly owners and staff. Wonderful breakfast each morning. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay and would definitely book again!
Paul, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I stayed 7 nights. Rodianne is an angel. So warm and friendly.
Alan, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hosts were incredibly helpful. The stay isn't located in a best place to see all of Malta, but it's nice and quiet at night. Well-worth the cost.
Donoven, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

What a lovely hotel. The location is central but quiet. The room is modern, spacious and includes a kitchen (with dishwasher!) and a washing machine. Breakfast was included and the food was good and a lot. The staff are very pleasant.
John, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Peaceful clean and great value accommodation
Claire, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff nice people showing the best places to go and had a really good experience no complaints
Tyler, 1-night trip