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| Bedrooms | 7 |
| Bathrooms | 4 |
| Sleeps | 12 |
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| No Smoking |
| Suitable for Children |
| Suitable for Elderly |
| FlipKey traveler rating |
| 11 reviews |
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Details
| Rental type | Castle |
| Minimum Stay | 5 nights |
| Living space | 380 square meters |
| Bedrooms |
7 Total
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| Bathrooms |
4 Total
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| Sleeps | 12 |
| Suitability |
Pet friendlyAsk Smoking allowedNo Suitable for childrenYes Suitable for the elderlyYes Wheelchair accessibleAsk |
| Theme | Historic, Luxury, Waterfront |
Description from the owner
A beautifully reconstructed ancient tower, Torre Dei Cavalieri, once the property of the Maltese Knights (hence the name) is located in the heart of Birgu (named Vittoriosa after the victory over the Turks in 1565) and overlooks the most elegant harbour in Malta – the Grand Harbour marina – with stunning views over the waterfront. Adjacent to the oldest and most historical buildings (St. Lawrence – the Knights’ original Cathedral; The Inquisitors’ Palace, the Auberges of Provence, Auvergne, Italy, England, etc.), the tower is made of the typical honey-coloured sandstone (globigerina) and comprises two wings that can be rented separa...Read more
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Location
TORRE DEI CAVALIERI - Stunning Historical Mansion
Vittoriosa, Island of Malta, Malta
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Additional Location Information
Torre Dei Cavalieri is one of the most prestigious locations of the whole island, right next door to the Casino di Venezia, with its excellent restaurant. There are several wine-bars and a water-taxi service which operates all day including evenings to Valletta. The area is the oldest of Malta, dating back to before 1565 (when Sultan Soleiman the Great and his admiral Dragut attempted in vain to invade) and was defended by the forts of St. Angelo – thereafter the site of the British Royal Navy for many years and now that of the Order of St. John and St. Elmo.
Among places of interest to visit in Valletta are the co-Cathedral (with the only signed painting by Caravaggio) and the Knights’ Palace, with a very fine collection of firearms and Gobelin tapestries, gifts of the Grand Masters. The old â€Silent City†of Mdina is a must, with its wonderful cathedral and unforgettable architecture. There are many restaurants and bars well worth stopping at, in particular the Xara Palace (“Relais des Chateauxâ€) which has a very good outside “trattoriaâ€.
Location Type Waterfront
Rates
Rates shown in $ USD (Rental listed originally in EUR) (change)
| Date | Weeknight | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly | Minimum Stay |
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| Rate Summary | $92 | $92 | $647 - $996 | $0 | 5 nights |
| Mar. 5 2012 - Apr. 7 2012 Smaller unit. Larger unit: see Additional Rate Info |
- | - | $776 | - | 5 nights |
| Apr. 7 2012 - Apr. 14 2012 Smaller unit. Larger unit: see Additional Rate Info |
- | - | $996 | - | 5 nights |
| Apr. 14 2012 - May. 26 2012 Smaller unit. Larger unit: see Additional Rate Info |
- | - | $867 | - | 5 nights |
| May. 26 2012 - Sep. 1 2012 Smaller unit. Larger unit: see Additional Rate Info |
- | - | $996 | - | 5 nights |
| Sep. 1 2012 - Nov. 3 2012 Smaller unit. Larger unit: see Additional Rate Info |
- | - | $867 | - | 5 nights |
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| Nov. 3 2012 - Dec. 22 2012 Smaller unit. Larger unit: see Additional Rate Info |
- | - | $776 | - | 5 nights |
| Dec. 22 2012 - Jan. 7 2013 Smaller unit. Larger unit: see Additional Rate Info |
- | - | $996 | - | 5 nights |
| Jan. 7 2013 - Mar. 30 2013 Smaller unit. Larger unit: see Additional Rate Info |
- | - | $647 | - | 5 nights |
| Mar. 30 2013 - Apr. 7 2013 Smaller unit. Larger unit: see Additional Rate Info |
- | - | $906 | - | 5 nights |
| Apr. 7 2013 - May. 25 2013 Smaller unit. Larger unit: see Additional Rate Info |
- | - | $776 | - | 5 nights |
| May. 25 2013 - Aug. 31 2013 Smaller unit. Larger unit: see Additional Rate Info |
- | - | $906 | - | 7 nights |
| Aug. 31 2013 - Nov. 2 2013 Smaller unit. Larger unit: see Additional Rate Info |
- | - | $776 | - | 5 nights |
| Nov. 2 2013 - Dec. 21 2013 Smaller unit. Larger unit: see Additional Rate Info |
- | - | $647 | - | 5 nights |
| Dec. 21 2013 - Jan. 7 2014 Smaller unit. Larger unit: see Additional Rate Info |
- | - | $906 | - | 7 nights |
| All Other Dates | $92 | $92 | - | - | 5 nights |
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Rental fees
- Cleaning fee - $65 / stay - Other
- Damage deposit - $259 / stay - Security Deposit
Additional notes from owner
= THE ABOVE DISPLAYED RATES ARE FOR THE SMALLER UNIT ==
== LARGER UNIT, UP TO 7 GUESTS -
= 2013 RATES: Jan. 7-Mar. 30: 800 Euro; Mar. 30-Apr. 7: 1,100 Euro; Apr. 7-May 25: 1,000 Euro; May 25-Aug. 31: 1,100 Euro; Aug. 31-Nov. 2: 1,000 Euro; Nov. 2-Dec. 21: 800 Euro; Dec. 21-Jan. 7, 2014: 1,100 Euro.
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== WHOLE PROPERTY (SMALLER + LARGER UNITS), UP TO 12 GUESTS -
= 2013 RATES: Jan. 7-Mar. 30: 1,150 Euro; Mar. 30-Apr. 7: 1,600 Euro; Apr. 7-May 25: 1,400 Euro; May 25-Aug. 31: 1,600 Euro; Aug. 31-Nov. 2: 1,400 Euro; Nov. 2-Dec. 21: 1,150 Euro; Dec. 21-Jan. 7, 2014: 1,600 Euro.
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* Minimum stay is 5 days. No mandatory changeover day.
=== EXTRAS: Electricity (includes heating - metered). Airport pick-up (available on request).
Availability
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What Past Guests Are Saying
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Caroline
SolihullStunning
Left on 10/30/2012 for a stay in October 2012
The owner and caretakers of the property were efficient, reliable and helpful and answered all my queries before arrival and at check in. The property itself is stunning. It is a very old property so a little rough around the edges but that's part of its charm. It is clean and well maintained. It had everything you needed. The location was brilliant. An easy water taxi ride to Valletta and near local stores to get necessities but you will need transport for the main supermarkets. There are a number of cafes, bars and restaurants a 5 minute walk away on the waterfront. A beautiful view. The property is so beautiful, its picture on the front of the guide book we had! I fully recommend seeking out this gem.
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Roslyn F
Kendal, United KingdomSpectacular location, I hope that improvements are happening
Left on 10/23/2012 for a stay in October 2012
We Stayed in this lovely tower from 6-13 october 2012
It is in a spectacular location with lovely views, a magnificent balcony for watching sunsets and an amazing sitting room.
The tower is in a beautiful historic location and a real feeling of history with it's stone walls. It is located beside the Naval museum and overlooking a lovely marina. Very much more attractive than most tourist resorts. There are water taxis to Valetta from very near. We enjoyed the harbour tour in a small boat and decided that we were in the best location.
The car parking space and lift made it easy. My Parents have a variety of Mobility, Auditory and Diatory dilemas so this was wonderful and My Dad loved the atmospheric kitchen.
For Parents with young children balconies, spiral staircases and lifts should be taken into consideration.
We unfortunately hit a very difficult slot between one Caretaker and Cleaner leaving and the new ones starting. I have sent extensive emails and lists suggesting improvements.
I am confident that it will be very much better for following residents. I have holiday letting cottages in Britain so understand many of the expences and requirements for a happy stay including cleaning it between residents.
I wish success to all associated with this amazing property.
Overall my Parents saw this as a happy amazing experience in a lovely property
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Dottie
London, UKGreat vacation at a great rental
Left on 10/07/2012 for a stay in October 2012
Beautiful house, very comfortable, clean and in perfect working order, everything we needed was provided. We stayed here in October 2012 and rented both units. Stunning view from the terraces, friendly and welcoming staff,free,well-working wifi, garage. Out of the beaten track. Would rent it again.
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BlackKnight75
Glasgow, United KingdomJust brilliant!!
Left on 08/10/2012 for a stay in July 2012
Marvellous rental property - stunning location; great accommodation & facilities; really well placed for seeing many of Malta's many outstanding attractions and for local amenities such as the city square, waterside and restaurants. Would go back any-time - like now!!
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Simon H
Glasgow, Scotland, United KingdomJust brilliant!
Left on 08/03/2012 for a stay in July 2012
Stunning location; very good accommodation; excellent service at all times. Best holiday we've had - we'll be back!
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Victor
ToowoombaHistoric charm
Left on 07/22/2012 for a stay in July 2012
We stayed in this wonderful historic Maltese apartment in the ancient capital of Malta. The location was terrific and not full of tourists. We were able to live amongst Maltese families surrounded by buildings and locations of great history. Charming streets and alleyways and fine dining surrounded us. The apartment was fully equipped for a comfortable stay and had everything we needed, including a laundry and had the charm and feel of a historic home.
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bernandgale
CTAnother successful experience in a unique baroque tower
Left on 03/30/2012 for a stay in March 2012
Our family of 10, 4 children ranging in age from 18 months to 11 years, 2 sets of parents and 1 set of grandparents, stayed quite comfortably in the Torre at the beginning of March, which this winter was off season. The weather was in the 50's, occasionally low 60 and sunny to overcast. Robert, who supervises the property, met us at the airport and guided our two cars to Birgu. Traveling in Malta by car is not for the faint hearted. It took a week for us to feel comfortable negotiating our way "home". Birgu or Vittoriosa is a beautiful residential area with a yacht filled harbor, which the tower overlooks. The accommodations are clean and comfortable, but by no means luxurious. There is a narrow winding stair case and an elevator which takes you to the piano mobile, the large living room, dining room. The two apartments are completely separate but accessible through a common lobby. My younger son, his wife and two little children stayed in the smaller apartment. There is a garage for a compact car and a parking space for another car immediately outside. There are small shops and a wonderful bakery nearby. A supermarket is a few km away.
Along the harbor are several restaurants, several of which are not open early in the season. Also, the casino is a 5 minute walk along the harbor. One aspect about which we were warned is the cost of electricity. Both heat in the winter and a/C during the summer are electric and expensive. We were careful but still spent over $120 for the week. The third or middle floor has a large master suite and bathroom and two smaller bedrooms with a joining bathroom. The beds were comfortable and the linens and towels, adequate. When we had a problem with the washing machine (no instructions), Robert was prompt and helpful. During early March the traffic was manageable. Going from Birgu to the Ferry to Gozo takes about an hour, because of the heavy traffic through Valleta. During the summer when the Marthas Vineyard sized island doubles its population, traffic and driving can be a big problem. For our needs, Torre dei Cavalieri worked out very well. We were able to see all the important sites, of which there are many, in our one week. If one vacations during the summer, the beaches are far away. Our dealings with the owner were efficient and cordial. -
Nando
Rome, Italy & New York, USAA top quality stay - Recommended
Left on 03/15/2012 for a stay in August 2011
A beautiful house, very elegant, a real castel facing the waterfront, clean, cool in the summer, well kept and huge! The general comfort was way above the average. The service our family received was excellent, pickup at the airport was provided. Very good communication with the landlord too all throughout.The location is amazing with all its historic monuments (our suggestion is to visit the Maltese Heritage Museum which is two blocks from the property). Valletta and the other towns are easily reachable by bus from the bus station only 5 minutes walk. Quiet inside and outside the house was total Private parking was provided and included in the price, and so is the wifi internet connection. Amazingly beautiful view from the terraces, charming atmosphere. We will definitely return.
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Emile
Bordeaux, FranceExcellent accommodation, beautiful aera
Left on 03/14/2012 for a stay in June 2011
This is a great rental located in one of the best historical area of Malta - Vittoriosa. We were looking for a quiet holiday in a superior quality accommodation and actually got it. The house is big enough for a large group and its description on the webpage fits reality 100%. It is clean, comfortable and features a wonderful view over the harbour. Elegantly furnished, everything was in perfect working order - I believe a lot of effort has been put to make it the ideal accommodation for a selected target. The terraces are definitely its best part, they are perfect for dining or relaxing watching the boats go by. All in all one of the best rentals I ever stayed at. Absolutely recommended.
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Wolly
ItalySuperiore alle aspettative - Beyond expectations
Left on 03/13/2012 for a stay in September 2011
I dieci giorni passati in questa meraviglia di posto valevano sicuramente la cifra pagata. La zona è bellissima, storica, tranquilla ed asolutamente lontana da ogni possibile disturbo recato dal turismo selvaggio, discoteche e simili, in più otimamente servita dagli autobus per ogni altra località maltese. La casa (in realtà un vero e proprio castello) è quanto di meglio ci si possa aspettare in termini di classe, eleganza e comfort. Freschissima nel torrido settembre 2011, con ampie sale e comodissimi letti, ariosa, pulitissima, con una cucina equipagiata e con parcheggio privato, è certmente rivolta ad un turismo di elite. Ottima accoglienza curata da un personale specializzato molto cortese, tutto perfettamente funzionante, sicuramente al livello dei migliori hotel a 5 stelle ma con prezzi irrisori al paragone. La vista dalle terrazze è assolutamente unica. Assolutamente un affare.
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We spent 10 days in this marvellous place which is definitely worth the money we paid for. The area is wonderful, historical, quiet and happily away from the wild tourism as well as the usual city mess (discos, etc.), excellently served by a number of city buses taking you to all places in Malta. The house (actually a castle) encompasses what one would expect in terms of class, elegance and comfort. Cool and welcoming in the hot September 2011, extremely clean, it features wide and airy rooms, extra comfortable beds, private parking and a great kitchen. Ideal for elite travellers. We were greeted by a very courteous professional staff. Everything is in perfect working order and the house is definitely at the same level of a 5-star hotel, with much lower prices though. The view from the terraces is unique. An absolute deal.
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Barb
NY, USAUnique property, highly recommended
Left on 03/07/2012 for a stay in February 2012
I just returned from an 8 day stay at this gorgeous property with 8 other colleagues visiting Malta for the first time for an international meeting held in Valletta. The accommodations were spotless, linens fresh and plenty, the common spaces (kitchen, dining area and loft-like space on the top floor) provided us just the right mix to fit our mood for a delicious meal prepared in the modern kitchen, conversation, and or to be all together. We really enjoyed sitting on the balcony on the third floor evenings overlooking the harbor and the Valletta skyline. The owner and the on-site manager were kind, professional, and always responded immediately to any request/question. The on-site manager graciously arranged for transportation with Marshall's, a local car service which I highly recommend. They couldn't have been more accommodating. If you're a traveler, then you understand what I mean when I say this location provides the experience of "tasting the local life". You are steps away from the square where you can meet the shop keepers and purchase local market ingredients, buy a bottle of local wine, olive oil or freshly made cheese. There are many choices to eat a meal out on the harbor below the property. We fell in love with Del Borgo, a winebar/wineshop/cafe just up the street near the square. It became our local place for a meal, a glass of wine, and conversation with the owner and staff. We decided to spend out last evening there because we had made friends we wanted to share it with. I highly recommend this property - we were a group of 9 but I could comfortably see my family of 4 enjoying it for my planned return trip to Malta. If you are looking for a unique property situated in a great location that reflects the uniqueness of Malta's historical beauty, the warmth of her people, and a sense of becoming part of a local community - this is it.
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