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The Central guesthouse

3.0 star property
The Central guesthouse delivers city convenience with a coffee shop, restaurant, and helpful staff ready to assist with tours and tickets

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Located in the city center, The Central guesthouse welcomes travelers with a warm atmosphere. Enjoy quality coffee at the café, dine at the restaurant, or relax with tea in the lobby. Practical amenities include laundry facilities and tour assistance, with helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Room options

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Penthouse

Penthouse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Studio (Family Apartment)

Studio (Family Apartment)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Studio (Accessible Room)

Studio (Accessible Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Studio (Apartment with Balcony)

Studio (Apartment with Balcony)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Studio (Family Apartment with Balcony)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Studio (Studio Apartment)

Studio (Studio Apartment)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Gwardamanġa is home to The Central guesthouse. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Malta Experience, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Saint Julian's Bay and Golden Bay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Knights Spectacular 1565 or Ta' Qali National Stadium. Visit our Pieta travel guide
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Triq Santa Monika, 48, Pieta, Malta, PTA 1113

What's nearby

  • Grand Harbour featuring a sunset, a coastal town and a bay or harbour
    Grand Harbour
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A lot of good bars at the waterfront. You'll find the Hard Rock Café there as well. A reservation for the weekend is recommended.
    The Valletta Waterfront
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Upper Barrakka Gardens featuring heritage architecture and a monument
    Upper Barrakka Gardens
    5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • View from inside of a cathedral in Valletta, Malta. The St. John’s Co-Cathedral is a cathedral decorated in baroque style. This is a view of the altar.
    St. Johns Co - Cathedral
    7 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Beautiful view from Sliema Ferry station to Valletta. If you stay in a hotel in Sliema it only needs 5 minutes with the Sliema Ferry to Valletta. Very fast and easy. A return ticket costs 2.80 Euro.
    Sliema Ferry
    7 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Malta Intl. Airport (MLA)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Duke's Snack Bar
    5 min walk
  • Mile End
    9 min walk
  • Busy Bee Coffee Shop
    11 min walk
  • Kebab Factory
    10 min walk
  • Blue Bar
    7 min walk

About this property

The Central guesthouse

Guesthouse near St. Johns Co - Cathedral
Consider a stay at The Central guesthouse and take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities, and a restaurant. In addition to a snack bar/deli, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an elevator, and a TV in the lobby
  • Luggage storage, a gift shop, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at The Central guesthouse have thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 to 15 per person
  • 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 crib
  • 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.
  • Elevator (79 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

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 available

Check-out

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

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: EUR 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 10 to 15 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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, 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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Central guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This guest house doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Central guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Central guesthouse?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Central guesthouse located?

Situated in Gwardamanġa, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Grand Harbour, Valletta Ferry Terminal, and University of Malta. City Gate and Auberge de Castille are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Central guesthouse Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 110 reviews

Reviews

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

8/10 Good

Cecilia

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Dora

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Staff are wonderful. The room was big and comfortable. Breakfast was always delicious. Location was easily navigated. Overall we had a great stay at the Central Guest House. Thank you to all the staff for such a warm welcome it was greatly appreciated.
Stayed 21 nights in Nov 2025

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Apartment was to a very high standard. Very easy reach to Valletta, staff all very friendly and helpful.
The marina is very close by.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A gem

Fantastic little place with very friendly owners and staff. Wonderful breakfast each morning. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay and would definitely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I stayed 7 nights. Rodianne is an angel. So warm and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a lovely hotel. The location is central but quiet. The room is modern, spacious and includes a kitchen (with dishwasher!) and a washing machine. Breakfast was included and the food was good and a lot. The staff are very pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful clean and great value accommodation
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff nice people showing the best places to go and had a really good experience no complaints
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice apartment

Spacious apartment in excellent condition. Helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay here, the room was clean and had everything you need and the staff are very helpful and nice. It is close to the bus stops that can take you to different places which is great
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great!

Great place, very friendly and helpful staff. Wonderful freshly cooked breakfast. A shower gel dispenser in the shower instead of sachets would be good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025