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The Santa Maria Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in St. Paul's Bay with seasonal outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Lobby sitting area
Courtyard
Front of property
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast (EUR 10 per person)

Reviews

5.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
    All-inclusive
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Laundry
    Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Ramel Street, Bugibba, St. Paul's Bay, Malta, SPB3033
  • Bugibba Square
    9 min walk
  • Kennedy Grove
    9 min walk
  • Bugibba Beach
    12 min walk
  • Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    39 min drive

Room options

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Free WiFi

Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Sofa bed - twin
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Sofa bed - single
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi

Twin Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Sofa bed - twin
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Bugibba

The Santa Maria Hotel puts you in the heart of St. Paul's Bay, within just a 10-minute stroll of Bugibba Square and Kennedy Grove. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The buffet restaurant, Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free parking nearby, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class St. Paul's Bay hotel, attractions include Golden Bay and Malta Experience.

What's nearby

  • Bugibba Square - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bugibba Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Malta Classic Car Collection - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Malta National Aquarium - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Mellieha Bay - 17 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Travellers Cafe Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Gourmet Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Broaster Chicken - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chris's Snack Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mona Vale - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Santa Maria Hotel

Hotel in St. Paul's Bay with seasonal outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk
Some rates at The Santa Maria Hotel are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

The Santa Maria Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee.

The Santa Maria Hotel also features a terrace, concierge services, and laundry facilities. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 3-star St. Paul's Bay hotel is smoke free.

  • 225 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Santa Maria Hotel offers 225 air-conditioned accommodations, with a hairdryer. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Languages

English, Italian, Maltese, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

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 accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: EUR 50.00 per stay
  • 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.
  • Destination fee: EUR 0.50 per person, per night.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately EUR 10 for adults and from EUR 7 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 35 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Air conditioning fee: EUR 10 per night
  • In-room safe fee: EUR 3.00 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Blue Santa Maria Hotel
Blue Sea Santa Maria
Blue Sea Santa Maria Hotel St. Paul's Bay
Blue Sea Santa Maria St. Paul's Bay
Hotel Blue Sea Santa Maria
Santa Maria Hotel St. Paul's Bay
Santa Maria St. Paul's Bay
The Santa Maria Hotel Hotel
The Santa Maria Hotel St. Paul's Bay
The Santa Maria Hotel Hotel St. Paul's Bay

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Santa Maria Hotel?

The Santa Maria Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Santa Maria Hotel?

Yep, The Santa Maria Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Santa Maria Hotel?

Yep, The Santa Maria Hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Bugibba Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and waterskiing. You can also find boat tours.

Does The Santa Maria Hotel have a pool?

The Santa Maria Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open from May to October.

Does The Santa Maria Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Santa Maria Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Santa Maria Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Santa Maria Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Santa Maria Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Santa Maria Hotel Reviews

Reviews

5.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 319 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 319 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 319 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 78 out of 319 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 65 out of 319 reviews" "

5.6/10

Cleanliness

5.8/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

2.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Kerry

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was SHUT!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

2/10 Terrible

Shaun Lee

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrible hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We arrived at 8 PM, we found the hotel's door locked and a paper indicating to go to the hotel across the street. We didn't stay in the hotel we booked and we weren't informed about it before! The breakfast was served in another different hotel. The room was spacious but all the equipments were very old and outdated. In the shower the water's pressure was very weak. The TV didn't work the first night and they didn't fix it until we insisted the second night.. We asked the reception what bus we shall take to go to Gozo's ferry and they gave us inaccurate information. A last thing is that they promised to give us a breakfast box as we were leaving early to the airport the following morning, then they changed their mind and resigned. This is not a big deal, only if they said it earlier... By the time we got back to the hotel, all the stores were closed and we spent a long time starving with no food!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Chris

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

ANTHONY

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was comfortable for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

reuben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A gem on the island of Malta
The staff were super friendly and accommodating and the room was very adequate for the price , there was an issue with some noisy kids but when it was made known to the staff they took care of it. Breakfast was great and plentiful offered all the standard breakfast fare you'd expect and was tasty too. Staff really knew the area recommending a few places when i needed recommendations and it was nice that when a staff member passed you by wherever they always smiled and said hello and when you asked something of a staff member they were more then happy to try an accommodate your request
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Ligia

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tomuta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Vanessa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

mohammad

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Good sized room and clean, no proper air conditioning very antiquated, swimming pool had green algae all round the edge of the bottom, but what completely ruined our holiday was the hoards of rampaging teenagers until 4 and 5 some of the mornings, needless to say we would never stay in this hotel again, sad really.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Lisette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Best for young groups
Good for basic young traveller as full of student exchange groups and often noisy young party goers but cheap so can’t complain too much
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
3 days same towels 2 days no towels disgusting rude letter left for me which had nothing to do with me which they admitted and apologized bathroom wasn't touched the whole 2-week stay the disgusting smell all through the hotel and extremely rude staff in the bar who could barely speak English and no Maltese worst two weeks I've had away
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
noisy all night long ... people talking outside their rooms and in front of the hotel until 3-4 am every night
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place, staff & price. Would be great a higher selection of breakfast but it was acceptable. Should buy some new bedsheets, towels etc. was a little used
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

4/10 Poor

M, Ireland

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They never changed the towels in the week. We had to just grap towels that were on the landing to have fresh towels. They came to door at 8.30 to service room HELLO people are on holiday, usually you wait till guests leave for the day. Kitchen the chef should be ashamed of himsel witht the food he put out. I'd say the dog wouldn't even touch it. Even the toast was poor due to such low quality of bread. Bar closed but looked to be an nice enough area if just cleared out. Was much brighter that bar of the San Anton that was recommened. Also no ffod served in San anton they had to come over accross to eat. Badly needs investment. Staff in reception quite friendly but otherwise very poor. Also Jacuzzi needs cleaning and temp was very cold.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

2/10 Terrible

kevin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed for a festival and it was ideal for it. Not strict and very easy going. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Briton, London, England

Disliked: Staff & service
The Santa Maria Hotel is a decent and good facility. The staff are adequately friendly and helpful. And the room that I stayed in was decent. However, the location was a long distance that was certainly aggravated by having to endure the frustration and stress of waiting for and withstanding achingly long, and at times, very congested bus journeys, in particular to the capital. Also, though minor, but annoying nonetheless, on many occasions there was a failure to replace my room towels even though I had amply emphasised this many times. Minor annoying inconvenience. The man at the tourist activity information desk distinguished himself quite favourably. He was very open, welcoming and generous in his directions and information. Of which I was grateful for. This hotel was decent and adequate in a functional fashion.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2019