Reviews of The Hidden Gem Boutique Hotel
Triq Ir-Rebha 2, Sqaq Nru 1, RBT 1510 Rabat, Malta
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Reviewed: 30 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe location is perfect, just a short walk to Mdina and all the local highlights yet quiet enough to feel peaceful. The hosts go above and beyond, making you feel genuinely welcome. A real home away from home and the perfect base to explore Malta.
Reviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe building itself was beautiful! Made of stone, and airy inside. Our room had so much natural light. Every time we opened the door to the building after being out for the day we could smell how clean everywhere was. The stairway was lovely, and the koi fish were an added bonus! The room had excellent air conditioning but even without it, it was reasonably cool. Patrick was an excellent host too! He was very responsive on the occasions we messaged him and had good recommendations for places to eat/see/swim etc. We really couldn't have picked a better place to stay. I don't have anything negative to say at all!
Good Afternoon Laura, Thanks for your kind comments and look forward to welcome you again. Regards, Patrick
Reviewed: 21 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewVery chilled accommodation. Access to cold.filtered water. Balcony and views. Room very comfortable. Historic building.
Good Afternoon Gian-piero, Thank you for such a high review; much appreciated. Hope to welcome you again. Regards, Patrick
Reviewed: 21 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe features , the bedroom . Such a peaceful place to rest after a long day exploring Malta. The owners of the property were polite, friendly.
Nothing it was perfect
Thank you. Regards, Patrick
Reviewed: 13 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewIt's easier to say what i didn't like and that's nothing.
Reviewed: 10 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 11 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe place is spotless, well kept, central and the owner, Patrick, is friendly and helpful.
Everything was fine. There wasn't anything I didn't like.
Reviewed: 10 July 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
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Verified reviewReviewed: 7 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewCharacterful building set out beautifully. Right in the heart of Rabat so getting to everything is really easy. Staff couldn’t have done more to make us feel welcomed and comfortable.
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Good Morning Lisa, Thanks for your kind review; it was a pleasure hosting you. Looking forward to welcoming you again. Regards, Patrick
Reviewed: 3 July 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 3 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewGood Morning Leanne, Thanks for your kind review; you're always welcome at 'The Hidden Gem'. Regards, Patrick & Brigid
Reviewed: 29 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe hotel has an excellent location, is stylish, quiet, spotlessly clean and the owner is very friendly and helpful. A bonus is the great terrace with fabulous views.
Good Afternoon Katarina, Thanks for your kind review and look forward to welcoming you again. Regards, Patrick
Reviewed: 29 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewWe loved the location and the rooftop area was wonderful also, a deposit for the tv was required which we thought was rather odd , but we decided not to watch tv anyway! But a lovely property
Good Afternoon Tony, Thanks for your review; TV control deposit is as per 'Damage policy option' listed in the Booking.com conditions. Regards, Patrick
Reviewed: 28 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewAir-conditioning, bed was nice and the amenities were nice.
Good Afternoon Alex, Thanks for your kind review and look forward to welcoming you again. Regards, Patrick
Reviewed: 20 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful old stone house, spacious room, comfortable bed.
Good Afternoon David, Thanks for your kind review; looking forward to welcome you again. Regards, Patrick
Reviewed: 31 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 23 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 18 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe location in Rabat is perfect for exploring both the town itself and Mdina on foot. And it’s no more than €14’s each way to Valletta. Rabat has many eateries, bars and coffee shops and makes for a very good place to stay. Use as a base area for exploring all of the island. The owners and staff are extremely friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend this ‘hidden gem’ - simple, clean and tidy with a lift to all floors. At roof level there is an elevated terrace with 360 degree views of the island.
All was fine. I don’t believe there is the option for breakfast at the hotel but you are simply spoilt for choice in the immediate area.
Good Afternoon David, Your kind comments are much appreciated and it was a pleasure hosting you, together with your Dad. Hope to welcome you again. Regards, Patrick
Reviewed: 15 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe host, Patrick, was exceptionally accommodating and helpful. The building was beautifully renovated and super quiet. The location was perfect.
Reviewed: 4 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 29 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 25 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewThe host was very kind and flexible! He did everything to make our stay as comfortable as possible. In the lobby some books were available on the Maltese Islands. The room was bigger than it looked like on the pictures and was very clean. We didn't have breakfast at the hotel, but there are several options in the neighborhood. Everything was on a walking distance.
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Reviewed: 22 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewWonderful location, very helpful host. Very comfortable bed. Easy to get around the island by bus and Bolt.
Reviewed: 28 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
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