AX THE SAINT JOHN - Valletta 176, Merchant Street VLT 1174

176 Merchant St., Valletta, VLT 1174 Malta

Near Malta Experience

9.5

Excellent

Call to book 1-800-219-2797

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Its central Valletta location puts you steps from the Malta Experience and many historic sights, while the property offers free WiFi, an on-site restaurant and bar with buffet breakfast available (surcharge), free parking nearby and easy access to scuba diving and snorkeling—plus 24-hour front desk and concierge services.

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Breakfast available (surcharge)

Free WiFi

Free parking nearby

Dry cleaning/laundry service

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Property Description

With a stay at AX The Saint John, you'll be centrally located in Valletta, a 1-minute drive from Malta Experience and 9 minutes from Sliema Promenade. This hotel is 16.4 mi (26.4 km) from Mellieha Bay and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from St George's Beach.

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily for a fee.

Make yourself at home in one of the 20 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Grand Masters Palace - 0.1 mi
Casa Rocca Piccola - 0.1 mi
Great Seige of Malta and the Knights of St. John - 0.1 mi
Church of St. Paul the Shipwrecked - 0.1 mi
Knights Spectacular 1565 - 0.1 mi
St Johns Museum - 0.1 mi
City Centre Valleta - 0.1 mi
Manoel Theatre - 0.2 mi
St. Johns Co Cathedral - 0.2 mi
Mediterranean Conference Centre - 0.2 mi
National Museum of Archaeology - 0.2 mi
Fort St. Elmo - 0.3 mi
Inquisitor's Palace - 1.0 mi
City Centre St. Julian's - 2.0 mi
Tarxien Temples - 2.1 mi
Starfish Diving - 2.5 mi
Valletta Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 3.6 mi
Mediterraneo Marine Park - 4.3 mi
Rotunda (Church of St. Mary's) - 5.0 mi
Blue Grotto (II Hnejja) - 6.1 mi
St. Paul's Cathedral - 6.3 mi
Hagar Qim - 6.4 mi
St. Paul's Church - 6.6 mi
Catacombs of St. Paul and St. Agatha's Crypt - 6.6 mi
Mnajdra Megalithic Temples - 6.7 mi
City Centre St. Paul's Bay - 7.0 mi
Clapham Junction and Caves - 7.4 mi
City Centre Mellieha - 9.4 mi
Golden Sands Beach - 9.8 mi
Gnejna Bay - 9.8 mi
Sweethaven Village - 10.6 mi
Blue Lagoon - 13.3 mi
Gozo Heliport (GZM) - 16.2 mi
Ta' Cenc - 16.9 mi
Ggantija Temple - 17.1 mi
Calypso's Cave - 17.3 mi
St. George's Basilica - 18.4 mi

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).

Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.

Welcome to AX The Saint John – a boutique accommodation where urban living is redefined. Once a former merchant's residence and shop, the accommodation was reformulated as the successful and hospitable setting that it is today but never losing its rich history. Rooms at AX The Saint John combine luxury, technology and style – ideal for the smart and independent traveller. Next door to AX The Saint John lies the popular establishment of Cheeky Monkey Gastropub. Travellers staying at the boutique accommodation can enjoy their scrumptious breakfast here. The gastropub is also open for lunch and dinner offering tasty burgers, healthy options and more. If in the mood for something sweet or savoury Cheeky Monkey Creperie is right on the other side. Whether you're looking for a luxurious stay in the heart of the city, a location to wine and dine or a comfortable meeting space for your corporate business – AX The Saint John is the place to be.

Local Attractions

The hotel is located inside the fortified Capital City of Valletta which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Around the city one finds numerous palaces, auberges, squares, St. John's Co-Cathedral and other prominent buildings and museums dating back to the 16th Century. Being a natural harbour, Valletta has multiple sea access and therefore Sliema or the Three Cities can be accessed by sea via a ferry shuttle service at a minimal charge. Numerous restaurants including two one-Michelin star restaurants are also within walking distance of the hotel.

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 3:00 PM - midnight

Check-Out 12:00 PM

Year of Last Renovation: 2018

Floors: 5

Rooms: 19

Corridors: Both Interior and Exterior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 19

Suites: 3

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 1

Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.5 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: 1.0 Mi

Ownership: AX Hotels Operations Plc

Total Taxes: 7.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: Cancellation and/or no-shows received 14 days prior to arrival will be charged in full BB basis.

Check-In Instructions:

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Amenities / Features

24-hour front desk
Airport transportation (surcharge)
Banquet hall
Bicycle rentals nearby
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Check In: 3:00 PM - midnight
Check Out: 12:00 PM
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Elevator
Fishing nearby
Free WiFi
Free parking nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
No cribs (infant beds) available
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
Number of restaurants - 1
Pets not allowed
Professional property host/manager
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Scuba diving nearby
Smoke-free property
Snorkeling nearby
Tours/ticket assistance
Wheelchair accessible path of travel

Green Sustainability

recycling of plastic and paper, paperless systems, recommended reuse of towels, individually controlled AC units,

Airport & Shuttle Info

Malta International Airport - MLA - 8.8 kms - approx 16 minutes drive

Yes! There is an airport shuttle.

Local Shuttle Info:

Breakfast Information

A full continental breakfast is included in the room rate and served at Cheeky Monkey Gastropub

Pet Friendly?

Pets are not allowed

Parking Info

Street Parking or alternatively there is the option of MCP car park which is 1.1 kilometres away from the hotel

Internet / WiFi

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the entire property including public areas and guest rooms

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.50 per person, per night, up to 15 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Airport shuttle fee: EUR 21 per vehicle (one-way) Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about AX The Saint John

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM - midnight based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 12:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does AX The Saint John have?

There are 19 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at AX The Saint John?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at AX The Saint John?

A full continental breakfast is included in the room rate and served at Cheeky Monkey Gastropub

What parking is available at AX The Saint John?

Street Parking or alternatively there is the option of MCP car park which is 1.1 kilometres away from the hotel

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the entire property including public areas and guest rooms

Is there shuttle service at AX The Saint John?

Malta International Airport - MLA - 8.8 kms - approx 16 minutes drive

Meeting Space

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at AX The Saint John

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at AX The Saint John.

Feel free to use the AX The Saint John meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Valletta event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Boardroom