The Central guesthouse

3.0 star property

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Penthouse | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds
Studio (Accessible Room) | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds
Reception
Penthouse | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry room
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Triq Santa Monika, 48, Pieta, Malta, PTA 1113
  • Place, Grand Harbour
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Upper Barrakka Gardens
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Johns Co - Cathedral
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Penthouse

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio (Family Apartment)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio (Accessible Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio (Apartment with Balcony)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio (Family Apartment with Balcony)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio (Studio Apartment)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Central guesthouse

Along with a restaurant, this guesthouse has a snack bar/deli and a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities and tour/ticket assistance are on-site. Change of towels is available on request
The Central guesthouse offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature free toiletries. 40-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. This Pieta guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

During your stay at The Central guesthouse, you're just a quick walk from Grand Harbour. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe.
  • Free WiFi
  • Dining options include a coffee shop and a restaurant
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include a gift shop, laundry facilities and a lift
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Malta Experience and 5 minutes from Saint Julian's Bay
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Gift shops/newsstands, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at The Central guesthouse.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Pieta guest house.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.
The Central guesthouse has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 13 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (200 centimetre wide door)
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Paper towels
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Cash deposit: EUR 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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.

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 13 for adults and from EUR 7 for children

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

The Central guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 142 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 142 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 142 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 142 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 142 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilou

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

victoria frances

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room excellent breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms was great service very friendly central location to get to other parts of the island.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Praveen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent breakfast, clean rooms, loads of info about Malta at the reception.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff with good breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Alisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location for walking into Valletta, taxis are cheap on Bolt, Excellent friendly staff. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Amenities
Real lovely staff and a great little place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay, quiet area 30 minute walk into Valletta. Food available and is great. Staff were wonderful and friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay; great check-in; we really appreciated the washing machine!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy check in process, close to the airport , lovely room and great breakfast , will come again !
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sukaina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Katarzyna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean, lovely, friendly staff, comfy bed. The only downside was running out of hot water. Small water tank not enough for two people.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location and friendly. Room was clean and in great condition.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mohit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was amazing! Super kind and helpful! The room was very nice and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Romana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice spacious room, enjoyed the balcony & the street view with Valletta in the horizon just a couple of km
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was great! Clean and spacious. Decent location with only a short uber ride to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ezzeldin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very comfortable and cosy. Lots of ammenities and everything you would need. Staff were very friends and breakfast was great too.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wilfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfy and you have everything in the room
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025