We told you to keep an eye on this brand-new property on the Mediterranean’s up-and-coming island, and within months of opening, it’s already making this list. When Rug Company founders Christopher and Suzanne Sharp purchased the historic palazzo, they planned to make it their own country retreat, but instead pivoted to a hospitality play, their first ever: “It feels like staying in a private and beautiful Maltese home, than a hotel,” raves Jules Maury. The decor is fittingly sumptuous—think Sicilian tiles, frescoes and bespoke wallpapers—and it’s protected from the hubbub of Valletta in a country town, 15 minutes’ drive away. All but one of the 17 rooms have their own outdoor space, but one is a real jaw-dropper: suite 5, where the bathroom has been sensitively created out of the original family chapel.
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We told you to keep an eye on this brand-new property on the Mediterranean’s up-and-coming island, and within months of opening, it’s already making this list. When Rug Company founders Christopher and Suzanne Sharp purchased the historic palazzo, they planned to make it their own country retreat, but instead pivoted to a hospitality play, their first ever: “It feels like staying in a private and beautiful Maltese home, than a hotel,” raves Jules Maury. The decor is fittingly sumptuous—think Sicilian tiles, frescoes and bespoke wallpapers—and it’s protected from the hubbub of Valletta in a country town, 15 minutes’ drive away. All but one of the 17 rooms have their own outdoor space, but one is a real jaw-dropper: suite 5, where the bathroom has been sensitively created out of the original family chapel.
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Robb Report The 50 Greatest Luxury Hotels on Earth #10 · No. 10
Robb Report · 2026 Robb Report The 50 Greatest Luxury Hotels on Earth
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An intimate 18th-century Maltese palazzo with frescoed rooms, rattan furnishings, candlelit courtyards and low, atmospheric lighting in the Valletta Bar, creating a quietly luxurious, romantic and discreet house-like atmosphere.
Around Casa Bonavita
Casa Bonavita is at 147 Triq San Anton, Attard ATD 1285, Malta.
In the city
En Primeur Club covers 1 restaurant and 1 hotel in Attard.
Booking
Reservations: Recommended. Contact Casa Bonavita through its website and by phone at +356 27480004.
Questions about Casa Bonavita
- Where is Casa Bonavita?
- Casa Bonavita is at 147 Triq San Anton, Attard ATD 1285, Malta.
- What recognition has Casa Bonavita received?
- Casa Bonavita is recognised by Robb Report The 50 Greatest Luxury Hotels on Earth #10 (2026).
- How do I book Casa Bonavita?
- Reservations: Recommended. Contact Casa Bonavita through its website and by phone at +356 27480004.
- What else is near Casa Bonavita?
- Nearby in Attard: Corinthia Palace Malta and Terroir.