点评:Xara Palace is an oasis of calm amid the hustle and hubbub of day-tripping tourists. It is tucked in within the city walls of Mdina, and yet walking distance of the co-cathedral and Museums.
The building is unique. Once a 17th century palazzo. It is filled with original antiques, and complemented by graceful giant green plants. Its corridors are lined with paintings by local artists.
Our room was spacious, luxurious with a marble floored bathroom. It offers panoramic views across the island stretching as far as the sea.
Hospitality and service was exceptional, nothing was too much trouble for the very helpful Director of Hospitality, Denis Young. For example, on our arrival Denis drove me to a local hearing aid centre, as I had forgotten my cleaning kit. Or when I developed a troublesome cough, he arranged for suitable medicine to be collected. On the final evening of a fabulous four day stay, he quickly resolved a stressful situation with my credit card. Many thanks Denis.
Xara Palace has well deserved reputation for dining excellence. The highlight was the eight course tasting menu at the Michelin starred De Mondian Restaurant. Make sure to book in advance. Each course was beautifully presented in tiny exquisite bundles. One wonderful culinary surprise after another, served with a choice of champagnes. The whole experience was amazing.
Next door the he Trattoria 1570, part of the Hotel, offers less formal dining. Indoors or outside. Their traditional Maltese fish soup was delicious.
Breakfast is also served in the elegant and spacious De Mondian Restaurant. The choice is extensive. Service is attentive and personal. The views again are panoramic with the option of eating inside or outside on a veranda. Bring a camera.
Altogether our 4 day stay was simply unforgettable. The Xara Palace offers 5* dining, service and hospitality in a stunning setting.
翻译:在熙熙攘攘的游客中,Xara Palace 宛如一片宁静的绿洲。它隐匿于姆迪纳古城墙内,步行即可到达副主教座堂和博物馆。
这座建筑独具特色,曾是17世纪的宫殿。宫殿内陈列着古董珍品,并点缀着优雅的巨型绿植。走廊两侧挂满了当地艺术家的画作。
我们的房间宽敞豪华,浴室铺设着大理石地板。从房间可以饱览岛屿全景,远眺大海。
酒店的热情款待和服务堪称一流,酒店经理 Denis Young 先生更是尽心尽力,有求必应。例如,我们抵达时,我忘记带清洁套装,Denis 先生特地开车送我去当地的助听器中心。又比如,当我咳嗽不止时,他帮忙安排取药。在四天精彩旅程的最后一晚,他迅速帮我解决了信用卡的一个小问题。非常感谢 Denis!
Xara Palace 酒店以其卓越的餐饮品质而享有盛誉。其中最令人难忘的是米其林星级餐厅 De Mondian 的八道菜品尝菜单。务必提前预订。每道菜都以精致小巧的餐盒盛装,令人赏心悦目。一道道美味佳肴接踵而至,并佐以精选香槟。整个用餐体验令人惊艳。
隔壁的 Trattoria 1570 餐厅也是酒店的一部分,提供更为轻松的用餐环境。您可以选择在室内或室外用餐。他们传统的马耳他鱼汤非常美味。
早餐同样在优雅宽敞的 De Mondian 餐厅供应。早餐种类丰富,服务周到细致。餐厅视野开阔,您可以选择在室内或室外露台用餐。记得带上相机。
总而言之,我们四天的住宿体验令人难忘。Xara Palace 酒店在令人惊叹的环境中提供五星级的餐饮、服务和热情款待。