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The Hidden Gem Boutique Hotel

Name: The Hidden Gem Boutique Hotel
Address: Triq Ir-Rebha 2, Sqaq Nru 1, Rabat, MT

9.1/ 10Excellent

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Offsite parking discounted rates availableElectric bicycle charging stationAir conditioningFamily roomsLift / ElevatorLuggage storageAll 52 facilities +

Review

Guest scores & sentiment

From 77 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-22

Guests praise the quiet Rabat location, proximity to Mdina, historic architecture, and rooftop views. Host Patrick receives high marks for hospitality. Minor complaints involve windowless rooms, shower issues, paid water, and one severe incident regarding service dog access.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Wi-Fi10.0

Service9.8

Location9.7

Cleanliness9.6

Rooms9.5

Value9.4

Facilities9.2

Surroundings9.2

＋ PraisedExcellent location and transport links · Charming building with great rooftop views · Friendly and helpful hosts · Clean, comfortable, and quiet rooms

－ ComplaintsShower curtain issues (leaking/mould) · Dry air or lack of bathroom lock · Towel quality below expectation · Service dog denied entry

KEYIdeal for history lovers seeking tranquility. Verify window availability, check shower details, and clarify pet policies in advance.

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Room types · 7

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Double Room with Terrace

1 × Queen bed26 ㎡up to 2

The spacious double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.

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King Room - Disability Access

1 × Queen bed26 ㎡up to 2

The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This wheelchair accessible double room features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a roll-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Quadruple Room with Balcony

2 × Twin bed / 1 × Queen bed26 ㎡up to 4

This air-conditioned quadruple room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with an inner courtyard view. The unit has 3 beds.

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Twin Room with Terrace

2 × Twin bed26 ㎡up to 2

This air-conditioned twin room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with an inner courtyard view. The unit offers 2 beds.

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Deluxe Triple Room

1 × Twin bed / 1 × Queen bed25 ㎡up to 3

Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned triple room provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as an inner courtyard view. The unit offers 2 beds.

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Deluxe Double Room with Shower

1 × Queen bed23 ㎡up to 2

Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as an inner courtyard view. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Double Room with Private Bathroom

1 × Queen bed15 ㎡up to 2

Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The double room has tiled floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a tea and coffee maker. The unit has 1 bed.

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4.6km

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The Hidden Gem Boutique Hotel

Guest scores & sentiment

Room types · 7

Double Room with Terrace

King Room - Disability Access

Quadruple Room with Balcony

Twin Room with Terrace

Deluxe Triple Room

Deluxe Double Room with Shower

Double Room with Private Bathroom

Facilities · 52

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