Nestled close to The Malta Classic Car Collection, Hotel Primera invites you to unwind in style. Bask in the sun on the terrace, indulge in a coffee at the cafe, or dive into a book from the library. With WiFi and dry cleaning services at your fingertips plus an on-site restaurant serving up breakfast and dinner.
Pioneer Road, Bugibba, St. Paul's Bay, Malta, SPB04
What's nearby
Bugibba Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Bugibba Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Church of St Paul's Bonfire - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
The Malta Classic Car Collection - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Malta National Aquarium - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 46 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Fat Harry's Pub - 1 min walk
Gemini Bar - 4 min walk
Rusty Spoon - 1 min walk
Travellers Cafe Bar - 1 min walk
McDonald's - 1 min walk
About this property
Hotel Primera
Hotel Primera puts you within a 15-minute drive of Golden Bay and St George's Beach. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Sliema Promenade. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
82 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Childcare in room (surcharge)
What to do
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Library
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Free crib/infant bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Phone
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (surcharge)
Fees & policies
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.
Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 15
Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 15 (up to 18 years old)
New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 15
New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 15 (up to 18 years old)
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 9 for adults and EUR 4.5 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 25.00 per vehicle (one way)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 23.00 (subject to availability)
Safes in guestrooms can be used for EUR 1.50 per night
Children & extra beds
In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from May 01 to October 31
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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
National rating
Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Malta. This property is rated 3 stars.
Also known as
Hotel Primera
Hotel Primera St. Paul's Bay
Primera St. Paul's Bay
Hotel Primera Hotel
Hotel Primera St. Paul's Bay
Hotel Primera Hotel St. Paul's Bay
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Primera offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Primera 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.
Is there a pool at Hotel Primera?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Primera?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Primera?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Primera?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 25.00 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Primera?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 23.00 (subject to availability).
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Primera?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Oracle Casino (9-min walk) and Dragonara Casino (13-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Primera and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and jet skiing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Primera?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Hotel Primera like?
Hotel Primera is a short 6-minute walk from Bugibba Beach and 10 minutes' walk from The Malta Classic Car Collection.
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Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
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7.6
Cleanliness
8.2
Amenities
8.4
Staff & service
6.8
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2025
Clean room, friendly staff
Stephen
Stephen, 5-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 3, 2026
Everything was good
Paul
Paul, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2025
Hotel staff very helpful and friendly.
Room nice and clean .
Bed was more like camp bed but been twice before and beds was very comfortable
Jane
Jane, 3-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Sep 12, 2025
The room needs more interior lighting, the beds are poor quality, as are the pillows. As for cleanliness, we saw cockroaches, cobwebs, and hair (not ours). The only positive aspects are the location and the friendliness of the staff.
Luis Alejandro
Luis Alejandro, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 21, 2025
Hotel is not what is shown on webpage. Room was clean, nicely decorated, cool, comfortable. Mini fridge a bonus for storing some provisions. Balcony great to enjoy a glass of wine before heading out.
Naomi
Naomi, 4-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
May 14, 2025
Staff great, rooms tired, but clean. Noise pollution unbearable at times.
Tina
Tina, 7-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 8, 2024
Lovely ladies at front desk … Nelly! You are so beautiful! Thankyou for the stay! And it was very quiet. I will def come back soon!
Raymond
Raymond, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 18, 2024
Enjoyable staff, staff very friendly and helpful. A couple of things that could improve the hotel. One there is no where to hang the towels and two the tea is awful, cheap tea bags.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Aug 11, 2024
This hotel is at good location.Everything is easy accessible.The place is really amazing.There is so many nearby beautiful places where you can visit and enjoy your trip..About the hotel the air conditioning is not working at all and water leaking from air conditioning and it was In pathetic condition .The room was having very deam lights .Staff is very helpful.
Auston
Auston, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2024
I recently stayed at this hotel, which boasts an excellent location. Despite accidentally booking a room without a balcony, I found the accommodations to be satisfactory. The housekeeping service was exceptional, with the staff member responsible for cleaning my room being particularly friendly and helpful. The reception staff were also outstanding, consistently providing assistance whenever needed. I would not hesitate to book here again.
Jen
Jen, 7-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Apr 10, 2025
The staff was very kind, the rooms are good for the price, nothing outstanding but convenient. The breakfast was the same everyday, very standard, clean overall, check out late. It was a construction around it, all of the good but disturbing in the morning and the surrounders are great. Bar, restaurants, the beach, for running, easy transport, including for a direct bus to the airport and for packages to go to the islands are around it. Make sure to find the right one.
Juanita
Juanita, 4-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 16, 2024
Lovely cleaning and breakfast staff. Nice breakfast selection (cereal, yoghurt, full English etc). Lovely small pool at the rooftop area. Found the hotel to be good value and very central. The internal shaft room is very basic and a bit smelly though so nothing fancy, only a room to crash in after a full day. Rooms have no key card but code access, which was practical.
Thayna
Thayna, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2024
Really helpful staff. Roof pool only a small 1metre deep 3 by 3 metre roughly cooling off pool. My room on 3rd floor air conditioned with nice balcony, clean well serviced. Breakfast self service, adequate, not outstanding but ok.
Brian
Brian, 9-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Apr 26, 2025
This is a well situated hotel in St Paul's Bay close to the sea and within easy reach of local transport and with lots of cafes and restaurants nearby. Check in was quick and easy with helpful advice from the receptionists. Rooms are fairly spacious with a large screen TV, kettle, fridge that are well maintained and cleaned daily. The hotel has a nice rooftop sun deck with a small 1 metre depth pool on the 7th floor. Snacks and drinks are available from coin operated vending machines at reasonable prices in the sun deck but reception snacks and drinks are ultra expensive. A good standard of accommodation for the price.
William
William, 4-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jun 14, 2025
Visited Malta with my boyfriend and decided St. Paul’s Bay was a good location to stay in! The hotel is disabilty friendly with a ramp and lift. They also sell snacks and drinks, as well as a free water fountain where you can refill your bottle! Also is connected to a barber shop and cafe if you need a haircut, coffee, or a scoop of ice cream. Great location for nightlife, loads of great bars and clubs, near Cafe Del Mar, many tourist shops, the national aquarium, etc.
As far as the room, you really get what to pay for. The beds were a bit uncomfortable and at one point the cleaners had changed our white pillowcases to Jurassic Park and Paw Patrol cases, which we thought was so silly. Reception was really informative and kind. The rooftop pool was small and not very nice to share with other guests, but scenic, and does the job when you want to sunbathe. I certainly loved my stay and appreciate that I was able to stay in affordable accommodation.
Samantha
Samantha, 6-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 14, 2026
The guy from UK in night shift helped us so much. Five star to you! Thank you bro!
barzan
barzan, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 30, 2024
Nice hotel, great location.
Mildred
Mildred, 4-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 14, 2025
Just reasonable good and enjoyable.
Jimi
Jimi, 4-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 28, 2024
Good area
lucy
lucy, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 8, 2024
Cute little hotel space. Right in the heart of St pauls
Raymond
Raymond, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 6, 2025
read before i went that a few would rate this 4 star and others think the 3 stars is right for the offerring but really would not take much to be 100% deserving of the 4 stars with a little expenditure.
Barry
Barry, 4-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 14, 2025
Good
James
James, 10-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Aug 9, 2025
My stay here was ok - the bed was uncomfortable, the pillows very lumpy, noise travels quite a lot but I was directly opposite the lift which didn’t help. I also found a cockroach in my room one day.
Vikki
Vikki, 7-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 12, 2024
The property was ideal for what I was after, and I have no complaints at all. The only potential downside for some could be that sound travels well outside the hotel as it is in a busy social location, and the soundproofing could be improved. Quite noisy with early morning deliveries and late evening chatting etc
Mark
Mark, 7-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Nov 3, 2024
Room was too small, without the balcony, only one small window not to the street. The first we saw- cockroach running in our room