Urban Isle
US$126
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$126
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Urban Isle average US$52 in the cheapest month (January) and US$149 in the most expensive month (August), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | US$52 |
| February | US$56 |
| March | US$73 |
| April | US$127 |
| May | US$132 |
| June | US$134 |
| July | US$137 |
| August | US$149 |
| September | US$126 |
| October | US$110 |
| November | US$63 |
| December | US$63 |
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Most expensive: August (~US$149)
Cheapest: January (~US$52)
About this property
When you stay at Urban Isle in Gzira, you'll be in the entertainment district, within a 5-minute drive of Sliema Promenade and St George's Beach. This hotel is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Malta Experience and 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from ...
Business amenities
Featured amenities include luggage storage and a water dispenser.
Dining
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary English breakfast is served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 25 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
When you stay at Urban Isle in Gzira, you'll be in the entertainment district, within a 5-minute drive of Sliema Promenade and St George's Beach. This hotel is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Malta Experience and 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from Golden Bay.
What's nearby
Balluta Square(0.7 Miles)
Triq Manwel Dimech(0.7 Miles)
University of Malta(0.7 Miles)
Saint Julian's Bay(0.8 Miles)
Balluta Bay(0.9 Miles)
Tower Road(0.9 Miles)
Bisazza Street(0.9 Miles)
Stella Maris Church(1 Miles)
St Julian's Tower & Il-Fortiżża(1 Miles)
Sliema Promenade(1.1 Miles)
Spinola Bay(1.1 Miles)
Point Shopping Mall(1.2 Miles)
Exiles Beach(1.2 Miles)
Tigne Fort(1.3 Miles)
Spinola Garden(1.3 Miles)
The nearest major airport is Malta Intl. Airport (MLA)(5.8 Miles)
Free wi-fi
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Family room
Housekeeping
Luggage storage
Location
311 Triq D'Argens, Gzira, Malta
Balluta Square (0.7 Miles)
Triq Manwel Dimech (0.7 Miles)
University of Malta (0.7 Miles)
Saint Julian's Bay (0.8 Miles)
Balluta Bay (0.9 Miles)
Tower Road (0.9 Miles)
Room options
3
Junior Suite
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
3
Superior Double Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
3
Deluxe Double Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of Urban Isle
8.8
Fabulous
Based on 211 verified reviews
What guests think
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Across many reviews, Urban Isle is praised for clean, modern rooms and convenient Gzira/Sliema location near bus links, while recurring downsides include street noise, heat or loud air-conditioning, and some operational issues with limited reception hours and service consistency.
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Across many reviews, Urban Isle is praised for clean, modern rooms and convenient Gzira/Sliema location near bus links, while recurring downsides include street noise, heat or loud air-conditioning, and some operational issues with limited reception hours and service consistency.
Guests frequently compliment the breakfast and helpful staff, though several found the buffet repetitive or mediocre and reported occasional rudeness or confusion at reception. Rooms are generally comfortable with excellent showers, but some lack an external window and many mention no mini-fridge. Overall, expect a straightforward stay with good value and some compromises.
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Facilities
Few facilities are noted in reviews; several guests appreciated a free drinking water dispenser.
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10
Patrizia
9 May 2024
·
Stayed 5 nights
Abbiamo alloggiato in questa struttura per 5 notti. La struttura è molto nuova e pulita. Il personale gentile e sempre disponibile.La colazione è molto varia. L unica pecca è che manca un piccolo frigo in camera. Forse questo è dovuto al fatto che danno la possibilità di avere acqua fresca naturale e frizzante gratuita andando al piano in cui si fa colazione. .
Abbiamo alloggiato in questa struttura per 5 notti. La struttura è molto nuova e pulita. Il personale gentile e sempre disponibile.La colazione è molto varia. L unica pecca è che manca un piccolo frigo in camera. Forse questo è dovuto al fatto che danno la possibilità di avere acqua fresca naturale e frizzante gratuita andando al piano in cui si fa colazione. .
10
Serena
4 Nov 2024
·
Stayed 4 nights
Posizione strategica per tutto, sia per raggiungere la capitale che per arrivare al porto di Sliema anche eventualmente a piedi per poter prendere i traghetti per le varie escursioni. Parcheggio gratuito proprio sulla via dell' hotel,.Servizio efficiente, pulizia effettuata in maniera meticolosa tutti i giorni. Colazione variegata e buona. Tutte le mattine erano disponibili i pastizzi caldi💙
Posizione strategica per tutto, sia per raggiungere la capitale che per arrivare al porto di Sliema anche eventualmente a piedi per poter prendere i traghetti per le varie escursioni. Parcheggio gratuito proprio sulla via dell' hotel,.Servizio efficiente, pulizia effettuata in maniera meticolosa tutti i giorni. Colazione variegata e buona. Tutte le mattine erano disponibili i pastizzi caldi💙
8
Annika
12 Nov 2024
·
Stayed 6 nights
Die Unterkunft ist zentral. Das Frühstück ist sehr gut und die Möglichkeit 24h an ein Wasserspender zu gelangen ist super. Das Zimmer ist sehr warm und durch das Fenster kommt nur Wärme rein. Die schlafqualität aufgrund der Wärme hat stark gelitten
Die Unterkunft ist zentral. Das Frühstück ist sehr gut und die Möglichkeit 24h an ein Wasserspender zu gelangen ist super. Das Zimmer ist sehr warm und durch das Fenster kommt nur Wärme rein. Die schlafqualität aufgrund der Wärme hat stark gelitten
10
Julian
23 Oct 2024
·
Stayed 4 nights
Perfect Location, good coffee; free sparkling water, clean and comfortable rooms, helpful stuff.
Perfect Location, good coffee; free sparkling water, clean and comfortable rooms, helpful stuff.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is a strong point, with many describing rooms and bathrooms as very clean; a few noted minor maintenance issues like faulty electrics or shower fittings.
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elisa
4 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
La struttura è nuova e pulita. La camera è spaziosa. La zona troppo rumorosa
La struttura è nuova e pulita. La camera è spaziosa. La zona troppo rumorosa
10
Julien
19 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nous sommes arrivés tard de l’aéroport sans problème après quelques minutes de voiture. Accès facile avec le code. La chambre pour 2 adultes et 2 enfants est parfaite. Moderne et propre. La salle de bain est aussi parfaite. Une belle surprise.
Nous sommes arrivés tard de l’aéroport sans problème après quelques minutes de voiture. Accès facile avec le code. La chambre pour 2 adultes et 2 enfants est parfaite. Moderne et propre. La salle de bain est aussi parfaite. Une belle surprise.
10
Serena
4 Nov 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Posizione strategica per tutto, sia per raggiungere la capitale che per arrivare al porto di Sliema anche eventualmente a piedi per poter prendere i traghetti per le varie escursioni. Parcheggio gratuito proprio sulla via dell' hotel,.Servizio efficiente, pulizia effettuata in maniera meticolosa tutti i giorni. Colazione variegata e buona. Tutte le mattine erano disponibili i pastizzi caldi💙
Posizione strategica per tutto, sia per raggiungere la capitale che per arrivare al porto di Sliema anche eventualmente a piedi per poter prendere i traghetti per le varie escursioni. Parcheggio gratuito proprio sulla via dell' hotel,.Servizio efficiente, pulizia effettuata in maniera meticolosa tutti i giorni. Colazione variegata e buona. Tutte le mattine erano disponibili i pastizzi caldi💙
6
Peter
15 Oct 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Overall, it’s a decent hotel, but the rooms aren’t well soundproofed. You can hear a lot of noise at night. Additionally, the air conditioning didn’t work properly, and one of the showerheads was broken. On the positive side, the location is great. However, the breakfast was just okay.
Overall, it’s a decent hotel, but the rooms aren’t well soundproofed. You can hear a lot of noise at night. Additionally, the air conditioning didn’t work properly, and one of the showerheads was broken. On the positive side, the location is great. However, the breakfast was just okay.
10
adrien
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
room was very clean ....very good breakfast ..a varieties of cold and hot food ...
room was very clean ....very good breakfast ..a varieties of cold and hot food ...
10
Julian
23 Oct 2024
·
Stayed 4 nights
Perfect Location, good coffee; free sparkling water, clean and comfortable rooms, helpful stuff.
Perfect Location, good coffee; free sparkling water, clean and comfortable rooms, helpful stuff.
8
Peter
25 Jan 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was a good size and very clean. Great shower and great breakfast. Restaurant and reception staff were very pleasant and helpful. 10 mins walk from where the TD3 bus from the airport stops off. Buses to Valletta from outside the hotel. Code for hotel and room entrance sent the day before arrival, which worked well. The only issue was the aircon, which was very noisy, even when switched off.
The room was a good size and very clean. Great shower and great breakfast. Restaurant and reception staff were very pleasant and helpful. 10 mins walk from where the TD3 bus from the airport stops off. Buses to Valletta from outside the hotel. Code for hotel and room entrance sent the day before arrival, which worked well. The only issue was the aircon, which was very noisy, even when switched off.
10
Corinna
26 Oct 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Very clean room, comfy beds and great shower. Really good breakfast with all the usual items of a buffet style breakfast and on top fresh scrambled eggs, tasty pastries and great coffee.
Very clean room, comfy beds and great shower. Really good breakfast with all the usual items of a buffet style breakfast and on top fresh scrambled eggs, tasty pastries and great coffee.
8
Thiago
24 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is well located, and although there was no reception at the time we arrived, the self-check-in instructions were clear and easy to follow. Our room was on the ground floor just after the reception; it was small but clean, with a comfortable bed and an excellent shower. Unfortunately, breakfast was the biggest downside of our two-night stay. The area was right next to the bins, the staff looked unhappy and were not welcoming, and the food quality was poor — so much so that we skipped breakfast entirely on the second day and ate elsewhere. Service was also disappointing. On the first morning, I asked about scooter rental (as advertised on posters at reception), but the receptionist said she didn’t know anything and told me to try asking down the road. On the next day, when I returned just before checkout, the receptionist abruptly shouted, “You need to pay €2 for the city tax” while I was on my way to my room — not the best way to approach a guest. Overall, while the location and shower were good, the poor service and breakfast experience would make me choose another hotel in the same price range and area next time.
The hotel is well located, and although there was no reception at the time we arrived, the self-check-in instructions were clear and easy to follow. Our room was on the ground floor just after the reception; it was small but clean, with a comfortable bed and an excellent shower. Unfortunately, breakfast was the biggest downside of our two-night stay. The area was right next to the bins, the staff looked unhappy and were not welcoming, and the food quality was poor — so much so that we skipped breakfast entirely on the second day and ate elsewhere. Service was also disappointing. On the first morning, I asked about scooter rental (as advertised on posters at reception), but the receptionist said she didn’t know anything and told me to try asking down the road. On the next day, when I returned just before checkout, the receptionist abruptly shouted, “You need to pay €2 for the city tax” while I was on my way to my room — not the best way to approach a guest. Overall, while the location and shower were good, the poor service and breakfast experience would make me choose another hotel in the same price range and area next time.
8
E
15 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Really attractive hotel in a good location for exploring Valletta. Room was fresh and modern with everything we needed. Breakfast was plentiful and staff friendly. Our only issue was the electrics cutting out which caused the A/C to go off on a hot August night.
Really attractive hotel in a good location for exploring Valletta. Room was fresh and modern with everything we needed. Breakfast was plentiful and staff friendly. Our only issue was the electrics cutting out which caused the A/C to go off on a hot August night.
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Rooms
Rooms are modern and generally comfortable, but recurring issues include street noise/poor soundproofing, very warm rooms or loud AC, some rooms without external windows, and the frequent absence of a mini-fridge.
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Siv
26 Jan 2024
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Stayed 10 nights
Fräscht hotell, oklanderligt rent och med en känsla av att hotellet är nytt. Bra frukost med tillräckligt urval, sköna sängar. Nära till busshållplats och strandpromenad. Adapter behövs dock. Saknade ett litet kylskåp på rummet.
Fräscht hotell, oklanderligt rent och med en känsla av att hotellet är nytt. Bra frukost med tillräckligt urval, sköna sängar. Nära till busshållplats och strandpromenad. Adapter behövs dock. Saknade ett litet kylskåp på rummet.
10
Christopher
5 Nov 2023
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Stayed 8 nights
Excellent place to stay, well located to beach front and shops,10 min walk. It is located on a busy road! Not a major issue. The room was large and modern, but lacked a few essentials. i.e table and chairs, safe and a fridge. Price wise excellent, breakfast was included plentyful and excellent.
Excellent place to stay, well located to beach front and shops,10 min walk. It is located on a busy road! Not a major issue. The room was large and modern, but lacked a few essentials. i.e table and chairs, safe and a fridge. Price wise excellent, breakfast was included plentyful and excellent.
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Ourania
16 Jun 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Πολυ καθαρο ξενοδοχειο! Ωραιο πρωινο, που δεν ελειπε τιποτα. Φρουτα, γιαουρτια, γλυκα τυρια, αλλαντικα, ψωμια, ομελετες αλλα και τοπικα εδεσματα! Το μονο μειον ηταν οτι δεν διεθετε το καθε δωματιο ψυγειο.
Πολυ καθαρο ξενοδοχειο! Ωραιο πρωινο, που δεν ελειπε τιποτα. Φρουτα, γιαουρτια, γλυκα τυρια, αλλαντικα, ψωμια, ομελετες αλλα και τοπικα εδεσματα! Το μονο μειον ηταν οτι δεν διεθετε το καθε δωματιο ψυγειο.
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Fanny
28 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
L'arrivée autonome est un très bon point car notre vol a été retardé et nous sommes arrivés dans la nuit sans aucun problème. Chambre et salle de bain spacieuses. Le matelas du canapé-lit était inconfortable par contre celui du lit était correct. L'isolation avec l'extérieur était très mauvaise et notre chambre donnait sur une rue très passante et bruyante de jour comme de nuit. Il faisait très chaud dans la chambre malgré une température exterieure douce en octobre. Je pense que cela était dû au fait que la chambre était juste au-dessus d'une pizzeria.
L'arrivée autonome est un très bon point car notre vol a été retardé et nous sommes arrivés dans la nuit sans aucun problème. Chambre et salle de bain spacieuses. Le matelas du canapé-lit était inconfortable par contre celui du lit était correct. L'isolation avec l'extérieur était très mauvaise et notre chambre donnait sur une rue très passante et bruyante de jour comme de nuit. Il faisait très chaud dans la chambre malgré une température exterieure douce en octobre. Je pense que cela était dû au fait que la chambre était juste au-dessus d'une pizzeria.
8
Annika
12 Nov 2024
·
Stayed 6 nights
Die Unterkunft ist zentral. Das Frühstück ist sehr gut und die Möglichkeit 24h an ein Wasserspender zu gelangen ist super. Das Zimmer ist sehr warm und durch das Fenster kommt nur Wärme rein. Die schlafqualität aufgrund der Wärme hat stark gelitten
Die Unterkunft ist zentral. Das Frühstück ist sehr gut und die Möglichkeit 24h an ein Wasserspender zu gelangen ist super. Das Zimmer ist sehr warm und durch das Fenster kommt nur Wärme rein. Die schlafqualität aufgrund der Wärme hat stark gelitten
8
mario
1 Nov 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Proper , ideaal voor kort verblijf Netjes onderhouden , onbijt voldoende Goede ligging . Prijs kwaliteit is het ok Nadeel geen venster met uitzicht
Proper , ideaal voor kort verblijf Netjes onderhouden , onbijt voldoende Goede ligging . Prijs kwaliteit is het ok Nadeel geen venster met uitzicht
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Peter
15 Oct 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Overall, it’s a decent hotel, but the rooms aren’t well soundproofed. You can hear a lot of noise at night. Additionally, the air conditioning didn’t work properly, and one of the showerheads was broken. On the positive side, the location is great. However, the breakfast was just okay.
Overall, it’s a decent hotel, but the rooms aren’t well soundproofed. You can hear a lot of noise at night. Additionally, the air conditioning didn’t work properly, and one of the showerheads was broken. On the positive side, the location is great. However, the breakfast was just okay.
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Helmut
1 Nov 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Zimmer ist hellhörig. Aircon zu viel zu laut. Aufzugsgeräusche im Zimmer hörbar. Frühstücksangebot ist überschaubar. Location ist günstig zu Busverbindungen und Restaurants.
Zimmer ist hellhörig. Aircon zu viel zu laut. Aufzugsgeräusche im Zimmer hörbar. Frühstücksangebot ist überschaubar. Location ist günstig zu Busverbindungen und Restaurants.
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jean
21 Feb 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
Building is quite noisy and room very hot
Building is quite noisy and room very hot
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Peter
25 Jan 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was a good size and very clean. Great shower and great breakfast. Restaurant and reception staff were very pleasant and helpful. 10 mins walk from where the TD3 bus from the airport stops off. Buses to Valletta from outside the hotel. Code for hotel and room entrance sent the day before arrival, which worked well. The only issue was the aircon, which was very noisy, even when switched off.
The room was a good size and very clean. Great shower and great breakfast. Restaurant and reception staff were very pleasant and helpful. 10 mins walk from where the TD3 bus from the airport stops off. Buses to Valletta from outside the hotel. Code for hotel and room entrance sent the day before arrival, which worked well. The only issue was the aircon, which was very noisy, even when switched off.
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Service
Staff are often friendly and helpful, but service can be inconsistent: reception is unmanned after early afternoon on some days, and a few guests reported rude interactions or difficulty with requests.
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Shenghao
8 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
What I like the most is the hotel sent welcome letter to explain things well. Hotel is also proactive to contact me about check in time. I was able to store my luggage.
What I like the most is the hotel sent welcome letter to explain things well. Hotel is also proactive to contact me about check in time. I was able to store my luggage.
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Jocelyn
14 Sept 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Friendly and helpful staff. Location excellent for transportation to Valletta.
Friendly and helpful staff. Location excellent for transportation to Valletta.
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Srdan
19 Jul 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Pros: Clean New Location Cons: No fridge in room No proper window/balcony/place to dry clothes Poor sound isolation Very poor reception service. We were told we will get late checkout at additional fee - which is perfectly fine. But on checkout we were offered to book another night at full price as only option. Right now, we are waiting for reception stuff for over 30 mins to do that and if she does not show up in couple if more mins we are going to some other place.
Pros: Clean New Location Cons: No fridge in room No proper window/balcony/place to dry clothes Poor sound isolation Very poor reception service. We were told we will get late checkout at additional fee - which is perfectly fine. But on checkout we were offered to book another night at full price as only option. Right now, we are waiting for reception stuff for over 30 mins to do that and if she does not show up in couple if more mins we are going to some other place.
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Marene
14 Sept 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
The hotel was amazing and the service excellent. however, please know that there is no one at the reception desk after 1pm to assist with questions, directions, phone calls, needs. You are on your own from that hour. Our room was a little smaller than we would have desired, but very nice, as we took a week to celebrate our 50th anniversary. Advice: if you are staying a week or more, be sure to obtain phone service with internet for Google maps and taxis, etc...and buy a bus pass for 25 Euros if you are planning to get around by buses! We definitely recommend this hotel to everyone.
The hotel was amazing and the service excellent. however, please know that there is no one at the reception desk after 1pm to assist with questions, directions, phone calls, needs. You are on your own from that hour. Our room was a little smaller than we would have desired, but very nice, as we took a week to celebrate our 50th anniversary. Advice: if you are staying a week or more, be sure to obtain phone service with internet for Google maps and taxis, etc...and buy a bus pass for 25 Euros if you are planning to get around by buses! We definitely recommend this hotel to everyone.
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Craig
24 Mar 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
I really enjoyed my stay here, it’s easy to get to with bus links to the Airport as well as Valletta and other areas. The Waterfront, Strand area is also a short walk away with plenty of food options available. The room was very clean and comfortable, breakfast was also very nice with lots of options. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
I really enjoyed my stay here, it’s easy to get to with bus links to the Airport as well as Valletta and other areas. The Waterfront, Strand area is also a short walk away with plenty of food options available. The room was very clean and comfortable, breakfast was also very nice with lots of options. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
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Xiaoning
14 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel front door was locked when I arrived and no one was at the front desk. It was 11:30 pm and it was horrible. I called millions of times the hotels phone number and no one answered. Horrible!!!
The hotel front door was locked when I arrived and no one was at the front desk. It was 11:30 pm and it was horrible. I called millions of times the hotels phone number and no one answered. Horrible!!!
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Petra
5 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Wir haben das Hotel als Stadthotel genutzt für einen Kurztripp nach Malta und zwei Nächte dort verbracht. Die Kommunikation mit dem Hotel vorab verlief reibungslos. Wir bekamen einen Tag vorher einen Code, mit dem wir sowohl die Haustüre als auch die Zimmertüre öffnen konnten. Unser Zimmer war frisch renoviert, sehr gr
Wir haben das Hotel als Stadthotel genutzt für einen Kurztripp nach Malta und zwei Nächte dort verbracht. Die Kommunikation mit dem Hotel vorab verlief reibungslos. Wir bekamen einen Tag vorher einen Code, mit dem wir sowohl die Haustüre als auch die Zimmertüre öffnen konnten. Unser Zimmer war frisch renoviert, sehr gr
10
David
15 Jan 2026
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Stayed 9 nights
Excellent hotel with amazing staff. The breakfast is plentiful with great variety. It would be nice to have hard boiled eggs instead of the scrambled eggs which are cooked to order. This is only a small complaint and I would definitely try to stay at this hotel again.
Excellent hotel with amazing staff. The breakfast is plentiful with great variety. It would be nice to have hard boiled eggs instead of the scrambled eggs which are cooked to order. This is only a small complaint and I would definitely try to stay at this hotel again.
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Thiago
24 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is well located, and although there was no reception at the time we arrived, the self-check-in instructions were clear and easy to follow. Our room was on the ground floor just after the reception; it was small but clean, with a comfortable bed and an excellent shower. Unfortunately, breakfast was the biggest downside of our two-night stay. The area was right next to the bins, the staff looked unhappy and were not welcoming, and the food quality was poor — so much so that we skipped breakfast entirely on the second day and ate elsewhere. Service was also disappointing. On the first morning, I asked about scooter rental (as advertised on posters at reception), but the receptionist said she didn’t know anything and told me to try asking down the road. On the next day, when I returned just before checkout, the receptionist abruptly shouted, “You need to pay €2 for the city tax” while I was on my way to my room — not the best way to approach a guest. Overall, while the location and shower were good, the poor service and breakfast experience would make me choose another hotel in the same price range and area next time.
The hotel is well located, and although there was no reception at the time we arrived, the self-check-in instructions were clear and easy to follow. Our room was on the ground floor just after the reception; it was small but clean, with a comfortable bed and an excellent shower. Unfortunately, breakfast was the biggest downside of our two-night stay. The area was right next to the bins, the staff looked unhappy and were not welcoming, and the food quality was poor — so much so that we skipped breakfast entirely on the second day and ate elsewhere. Service was also disappointing. On the first morning, I asked about scooter rental (as advertised on posters at reception), but the receptionist said she didn’t know anything and told me to try asking down the road. On the next day, when I returned just before checkout, the receptionist abruptly shouted, “You need to pay €2 for the city tax” while I was on my way to my room — not the best way to approach a guest. Overall, while the location and shower were good, the poor service and breakfast experience would make me choose another hotel in the same price range and area next time.
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Dahlia
17 Sept 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
Le personnel de cuisine et de ménage était top. Le petit déjeuner simple. Les chambres sont très mal isolées, on entend tout à travers les fenêtres. Idem pour les rideaux qui ne retiennent pas la lumière. Dommage que la réception soit fermée à partir de 13:00. L’accès à l’hôtel se fait uniquement par code, ce qui n’est pas très sécurisant si quelqu’un oublie de refermer la porte du hall derrière soi…
Le personnel de cuisine et de ménage était top. Le petit déjeuner simple. Les chambres sont très mal isolées, on entend tout à travers les fenêtres. Idem pour les rideaux qui ne retiennent pas la lumière. Dommage que la réception soit fermée à partir de 13:00. L’accès à l’hôtel se fait uniquement par code, ce qui n’est pas très sécurisant si quelqu’un oublie de refermer la porte du hall derrière soi…
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Location
Location is convenient for buses, the Sliema waterfront and access to Valletta; several mention traffic noise from the busy road.
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Dianne
9 May 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Fantastic hotel, the staff were so friendly and helpful.the hotel was immaculate, our room was huge and the bathroom so nice. Breakfast again was perfect, continental or cooked nothing was too much trouble. So happy we found this wonderful hotel in a perfect position for restaurants, mini markets, the marina and the 15 minute ferry crossing across to Valletta
Fantastic hotel, the staff were so friendly and helpful.the hotel was immaculate, our room was huge and the bathroom so nice. Breakfast again was perfect, continental or cooked nothing was too much trouble. So happy we found this wonderful hotel in a perfect position for restaurants, mini markets, the marina and the 15 minute ferry crossing across to Valletta
10
Rosaria
31 Jul 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
A due passi dal lungomare di Sliema. Servita da autobus di linea. Circondata da supermarket e bakery per ogni necessità. Struttura nuova, comoda, pulita. Colazione sia dolce che salata. Personale di sala gentile e disponibile. Consiglio vivamente a chi vuole trascorrere un piacevole soggiorno. Complimenti e grazie di tutto
A due passi dal lungomare di Sliema. Servita da autobus di linea. Circondata da supermarket e bakery per ogni necessità. Struttura nuova, comoda, pulita. Colazione sia dolce che salata. Personale di sala gentile e disponibile. Consiglio vivamente a chi vuole trascorrere un piacevole soggiorno. Complimenti e grazie di tutto
10
Sabrina
3 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Excelente ubicación. Habitación limpia y cama cómoda.
Excelente ubicación. Habitación limpia y cama cómoda.
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Inga
2 Nov 2023
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Stayed 9 nights
Das neue Hotel ist sehr sauber, schön eingerichtet und hat sehr nettes Personal. Die Klimaanlage war sehr gut und leise. Unser Zimmer war an der Straße. Es war leider nachts sehr laut trotz geschlossener Fenster. Die Umgebung ist nicht schön, aber den Bus, die Fähre und auch versch. Läden konnte man sehr gut fußläufig erreichen. Mir hat eine Steckdose im Bad gefehlt. Zum Frühstück leider immer Toast, kein anderes Brot/ Brötchen. Sonst alles super.
Das neue Hotel ist sehr sauber, schön eingerichtet und hat sehr nettes Personal. Die Klimaanlage war sehr gut und leise. Unser Zimmer war an der Straße. Es war leider nachts sehr laut trotz geschlossener Fenster. Die Umgebung ist nicht schön, aber den Bus, die Fähre und auch versch. Läden konnte man sehr gut fußläufig erreichen. Mir hat eine Steckdose im Bad gefehlt. Zum Frühstück leider immer Toast, kein anderes Brot/ Brötchen. Sonst alles super.
10
Craig
24 Mar 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I really enjoyed my stay here, it’s easy to get to with bus links to the Airport as well as Valletta and other areas. The Waterfront, Strand area is also a short walk away with plenty of food options available. The room was very clean and comfortable, breakfast was also very nice with lots of options. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
I really enjoyed my stay here, it’s easy to get to with bus links to the Airport as well as Valletta and other areas. The Waterfront, Strand area is also a short walk away with plenty of food options available. The room was very clean and comfortable, breakfast was also very nice with lots of options. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
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ANASTASIA
20 Oct 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Η διαμονή μας ήταν τέλεια! Άνετο καθαρό δωμάτιο και το πρωινό ικανοποιητικό σε σχέση με την τιμή. Πολύ κοντά σε στάση λεωφορείου και σε μίνι μάρκετ και φαρμακείο. Το προτείνω ανεπιφύλακτα!
Η διαμονή μας ήταν τέλεια! Άνετο καθαρό δωμάτιο και το πρωινό ικανοποιητικό σε σχέση με την τιμή. Πολύ κοντά σε στάση λεωφορείου και σε μίνι μάρκετ και φαρμακείο. Το προτείνω ανεπιφύλακτα!
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Jonathan
2 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice, clean and very convinient hotel. Rooms are spacious and nice. There is a breakfast included good enough to start the day. All the staff are very nice, from the breakfast lady, reception and cleaning! The hotel is in a good area for first time visitor. It is in Gzira only 5min away from the Sliema promenade with tons of restaurants. There are also a 24/7 market right on the corner for drinks and snacks
Nice, clean and very convinient hotel. Rooms are spacious and nice. There is a breakfast included good enough to start the day. All the staff are very nice, from the breakfast lady, reception and cleaning! The hotel is in a good area for first time visitor. It is in Gzira only 5min away from the Sliema promenade with tons of restaurants. There are also a 24/7 market right on the corner for drinks and snacks
10
Julian
23 Oct 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Perfect Location, good coffee; free sparkling water, clean and comfortable rooms, helpful stuff.
Perfect Location, good coffee; free sparkling water, clean and comfortable rooms, helpful stuff.
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Peter
25 Jan 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was a good size and very clean. Great shower and great breakfast. Restaurant and reception staff were very pleasant and helpful. 10 mins walk from where the TD3 bus from the airport stops off. Buses to Valletta from outside the hotel. Code for hotel and room entrance sent the day before arrival, which worked well. The only issue was the aircon, which was very noisy, even when switched off.
The room was a good size and very clean. Great shower and great breakfast. Restaurant and reception staff were very pleasant and helpful. 10 mins walk from where the TD3 bus from the airport stops off. Buses to Valletta from outside the hotel. Code for hotel and room entrance sent the day before arrival, which worked well. The only issue was the aircon, which was very noisy, even when switched off.
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parul
5 Jan 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Great location, staff and transport links. Breakfast options were good and staff very accommodating. The room was super clean, large and comfortable. Only downfall the hotel is on a very busy road so did not get great sleep.
Great location, staff and transport links. Breakfast options were good and staff very accommodating. The room was super clean, large and comfortable. Only downfall the hotel is on a very busy road so did not get great sleep.
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Dining
Breakfast draws many compliments for variety and value, but multiple guests found it repetitive or of uneven quality, and a few disliked the breakfast area or timing.
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Tanja
3 Jan 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Jeg fik rene håndklæder og toiletpapir hver dag på trods af, at jeg ikke bad om at få gjort værelset rent. Det var skønt. God og varieret morgenbuffet, men jeg erfarede efter nogle dage, at det f.eks. var de samme pandekager, som endnu ikke var blevet spist, der bare blev serveret igen, så på 4. dagen var de få der var tilbage nærmest pap. Et godt hotel med god beliggenhed og indkøbsmuligheder.
Jeg fik rene håndklæder og toiletpapir hver dag på trods af, at jeg ikke bad om at få gjort værelset rent. Det var skønt. God og varieret morgenbuffet, men jeg erfarede efter nogle dage, at det f.eks. var de samme pandekager, som endnu ikke var blevet spist, der bare blev serveret igen, så på 4. dagen var de få der var tilbage nærmest pap. Et godt hotel med god beliggenhed og indkøbsmuligheder.
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Serena
4 Nov 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Posizione strategica per tutto, sia per raggiungere la capitale che per arrivare al porto di Sliema anche eventualmente a piedi per poter prendere i traghetti per le varie escursioni. Parcheggio gratuito proprio sulla via dell' hotel,.Servizio efficiente, pulizia effettuata in maniera meticolosa tutti i giorni. Colazione variegata e buona. Tutte le mattine erano disponibili i pastizzi caldi💙
Posizione strategica per tutto, sia per raggiungere la capitale che per arrivare al porto di Sliema anche eventualmente a piedi per poter prendere i traghetti per le varie escursioni. Parcheggio gratuito proprio sulla via dell' hotel,.Servizio efficiente, pulizia effettuata in maniera meticolosa tutti i giorni. Colazione variegata e buona. Tutte le mattine erano disponibili i pastizzi caldi💙
8
Ganesh
20 Oct 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Very clean and comfortable room. Breakfast is always same, not even an item was different from other days. Need to change breakfast menu.
Very clean and comfortable room. Breakfast is always same, not even an item was different from other days. Need to change breakfast menu.
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mandy
7 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
pulito e stanza grande ma la colazione era un disastro. la sala colazione senza atmosfera, osservati dal direttore, e qualita che quantita a zero. per tutto il resto ok.
pulito e stanza grande ma la colazione era un disastro. la sala colazione senza atmosfera, osservati dal direttore, e qualita che quantita a zero. per tutto il resto ok.
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adrien
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
room was very clean ....very good breakfast ..a varieties of cold and hot food ...
room was very clean ....very good breakfast ..a varieties of cold and hot food ...
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Helmut
1 Nov 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Zimmer ist hellhörig. Aircon zu viel zu laut. Aufzugsgeräusche im Zimmer hörbar. Frühstücksangebot ist überschaubar. Location ist günstig zu Busverbindungen und Restaurants.
Zimmer ist hellhörig. Aircon zu viel zu laut. Aufzugsgeräusche im Zimmer hörbar. Frühstücksangebot ist überschaubar. Location ist günstig zu Busverbindungen und Restaurants.
10
David
15 Jan 2026
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Stayed 9 nights
Excellent hotel with amazing staff. The breakfast is plentiful with great variety. It would be nice to have hard boiled eggs instead of the scrambled eggs which are cooked to order. This is only a small complaint and I would definitely try to stay at this hotel again.
Excellent hotel with amazing staff. The breakfast is plentiful with great variety. It would be nice to have hard boiled eggs instead of the scrambled eggs which are cooked to order. This is only a small complaint and I would definitely try to stay at this hotel again.
8
Peter
25 Jan 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was a good size and very clean. Great shower and great breakfast. Restaurant and reception staff were very pleasant and helpful. 10 mins walk from where the TD3 bus from the airport stops off. Buses to Valletta from outside the hotel. Code for hotel and room entrance sent the day before arrival, which worked well. The only issue was the aircon, which was very noisy, even when switched off.
The room was a good size and very clean. Great shower and great breakfast. Restaurant and reception staff were very pleasant and helpful. 10 mins walk from where the TD3 bus from the airport stops off. Buses to Valletta from outside the hotel. Code for hotel and room entrance sent the day before arrival, which worked well. The only issue was the aircon, which was very noisy, even when switched off.
10
Corinna
26 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean room, comfy beds and great shower. Really good breakfast with all the usual items of a buffet style breakfast and on top fresh scrambled eggs, tasty pastries and great coffee.
Very clean room, comfy beds and great shower. Really good breakfast with all the usual items of a buffet style breakfast and on top fresh scrambled eggs, tasty pastries and great coffee.
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Thiago
24 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is well located, and although there was no reception at the time we arrived, the self-check-in instructions were clear and easy to follow. Our room was on the ground floor just after the reception; it was small but clean, with a comfortable bed and an excellent shower. Unfortunately, breakfast was the biggest downside of our two-night stay. The area was right next to the bins, the staff looked unhappy and were not welcoming, and the food quality was poor — so much so that we skipped breakfast entirely on the second day and ate elsewhere. Service was also disappointing. On the first morning, I asked about scooter rental (as advertised on posters at reception), but the receptionist said she didn’t know anything and told me to try asking down the road. On the next day, when I returned just before checkout, the receptionist abruptly shouted, “You need to pay €2 for the city tax” while I was on my way to my room — not the best way to approach a guest. Overall, while the location and shower were good, the poor service and breakfast experience would make me choose another hotel in the same price range and area next time.
The hotel is well located, and although there was no reception at the time we arrived, the self-check-in instructions were clear and easy to follow. Our room was on the ground floor just after the reception; it was small but clean, with a comfortable bed and an excellent shower. Unfortunately, breakfast was the biggest downside of our two-night stay. The area was right next to the bins, the staff looked unhappy and were not welcoming, and the food quality was poor — so much so that we skipped breakfast entirely on the second day and ate elsewhere. Service was also disappointing. On the first morning, I asked about scooter rental (as advertised on posters at reception), but the receptionist said she didn’t know anything and told me to try asking down the road. On the next day, when I returned just before checkout, the receptionist abruptly shouted, “You need to pay €2 for the city tax” while I was on my way to my room — not the best way to approach a guest. Overall, while the location and shower were good, the poor service and breakfast experience would make me choose another hotel in the same price range and area next time.
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Viviane
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 7 nights
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Martin
20 May 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Terrible rooms, and noisy. I do not recommend
Terrible rooms, and noisy. I do not recommend
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LUZ
7 May 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Breakfast is very good, the workers are very nice and special.
Breakfast is very good, the workers are very nice and special.
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Richard
28 Apr 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was great, I recommend it
Everything was great, I recommend it
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Jane
13 Apr 2026
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Stayed 7 nights
Second visit always clean and welcoming. Breakfast choice is good too!
Second visit always clean and welcoming. Breakfast choice is good too!
FAQs about Urban Isle
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary English breakfast is served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key attractions?
The hotel is located in Gzira, within a 5-minute drive of Sliema Promenade and St George's Beach. It is approximately 13.1 miles from Mellieha Bay and 3.5 miles from Malta Experience.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the hotel, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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- 2026-09-25: NO DATA
- 2026-09-26: 141.57397515085603USD
- 2026-09-27: 130.6604822012558USD
- 2026-09-28: 132.87151375580598USD
- 2026-09-29: 130.28771251231385USD
- 2026-09-30: 111.11012822992707USD
- 2026-10-01: 142.36345669719697USD
- 2026-10-02: 119.12915680084991USD
- 2026-10-03: 136.08738346116638USD
- 2026-10-04: 112.79314978442383USD
- 2026-10-05: 112.27344846970368USD
- 2026-10-06: 155.3157150381775USD
- 2026-10-07: 142.09869991758728USD
- 2026-10-08: 155.59671547143554USD
- 2026-10-09: 137.56249667827606USD
- 2026-10-10: 134.4323993741226USD
- 2026-10-11: 126.48353400057984USD
- 2026-10-12: 137.56249667827606USD
- 2026-10-13: 139.86149948067475USD
- 2026-10-14: 122.01592956182861USD
- 2026-10-15: 121.24279596225739USD
- 2026-10-16: 156.24705261172485USD
- 2026-10-17: 139.98259248564148USD
- 2026-10-18: 131.03837963533022USD
- 2026-10-19: 131.1403869990921USD
- 2026-10-20: 122.01592956182861USD
- 2026-10-21: 114.20546985139465USD
- 2026-10-22: 92.9423794770813USD
- 2026-10-23: 151.32589477046204USD
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- 2026-10-25: 130.77342296057128USD
- 2026-10-26: 87.32226651879883USD
- 2026-10-27: 94.73246661172486USD
- 2026-10-28: 98.57015797978211USD
- 2026-10-29: 90.75372748815155USD
- 2026-10-30: 93.73309515869141USD
- 2026-10-31: 125.32391616661072USD
- 2026-11-01: 95.96276041758728USD
- 2026-11-02: 67.26476986277771USD
- 2026-11-03: 68.30093940545655USD
- 2026-11-04: 66.94017490480041USD
- 2026-11-05: 70.05747022830964USD
- 2026-11-06: 77.52293698445129USD
- 2026-11-07: 80.85092179524995USD
- 2026-11-08: 67.30913789481355USD
- 2026-11-09: 68.3057977266922USD
- 2026-11-10: 67.17393055409241USD
- 2026-11-11: 77.50837940293121USD
- 2026-11-12: 80.44116281260682USD
- 2026-11-13: 96.30994352742768USD
- 2026-11-14: 75.69405280867005USD
- 2026-11-15: 57.97480358749771USD
- 2026-11-16: 58.234649899311066USD
- 2026-11-17: 58.18747898963928USD
- 2026-11-18: 67.30913789481355USD
- 2026-11-19: 69.03808753261949USD
- 2026-11-20: 77.24870691298676USD
- 2026-11-21: 85.32073377173614USD
- 2026-11-22: 75.79399169219208USD
- 2026-11-23: 51.148949162334446USD
- 2026-11-24: 48.33305661394501USD
- 2026-11-25: 49.851421057582854USD
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
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