A New Chapter of Excellence: The Xara Palace Relais & Châteaux Awarded the Michelin KeyIn a landmark moment for Maltese hospitality, The Xara Palace Relais & Châteauxhas been awarded the prestigious Michelin Key, becoming one of the first properties on the island to receive this honour.
While Malta is already home to a growing constellation of Michelin-starred restaurants, this new accolade marks a significant expansion of the Michelin legacy, one that now recognises not only culinary brilliance but alsoexceptional hotel experiences.With this achievement, The Xara Collectionproudly stands as a symbol of excellence, now featuring two Michelin-starred restaurants, several Michelin-recommended venues, and a Michelin Key property.
Since 1994, The Xara Collection has led Malta’s hospitality scene with a commitment to luxury, authenticity, and refined service. Its flagship property, The Xara Palace Relais & Châteaux, owned by the Zammit Tabona family, embodies this heritage. Nestled within a 17th-century palazzo in the fortified city of Mdina, the boutique hotel seamlessly blends historic grandeur with contemporary elegance.
Each room, suite, villa, and palazzo has been individually designed, combining comfort with character to create an unforgettable stay.Stepping into The Xara Palace is to step into living history,a space adorned with original artworks, antique furnishings, and centuries-old architecture, each detail echoing Malta’s cultural legacy.
Guests are invited to savour the Michelin-starred de Mondionrestaurant, where haute cuisine meets panoramic island views, or to enjoy a relaxed Mediterranean atmosphere at Trattoria AD 1530, nestled in the heart of Mdina.What Does It Mean to Receive a Michelin Key?The Michelin Key recognises hotels that exemplify the pinnacle of global hospitality, going beyond impeccable design, architecture, and service to offer experiences that are truly transformative.
Earning One Michelin Key celebrates not just the beauty of The Xara Palace but the dedication of the team behind it, from its visionary chefs to its attentive hosts, all united by a shared passion for excellence. In receiving this distinction, The Xara Palace Relais & Châteaux expresses heartfelt gratitude to its entire team, whose unwavering commitment brings this vision to life daily, and to its guests, whose loyalty and trust have made these achievements possible.
