Name: Villa Bronja
Address: Triq it-Torri, Xlendi XLN1321, Malta, Munxar, Munxar, Munxar, XLN 1321, Malta
Rating: 9

Smoke-free property

Heating

Radio

Outdoor furniture

No elevators

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Non-smoking rooms

Fridge

Cable TV

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Airport transportation

Car rental

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Transfer

English

Italian

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Bike rental

Sun Deck

Recreation

Parking

Parking nearby

Free Parking on Premises

Swimming pool

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Rooftop pool

Pool and beach

Diving

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Baby sleepers

Kids

Pets Not Allowed

Pets

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Malta International Airport

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Munxar

child-bed

child-bed-fee

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king-bed

queen-bed

limited-time

lounge

treatment

no-window

bay-view

bosphorus-view

canal-view

city-view

courtyard-view

garden-view

golf-view

harbour-view

inland-view

lake-view

land-view

mountain-view

ocean-front

ocean-view

oceanside

panoramic-view

park-view

partial-ocean-view

partial-sea-view

partial-view

pool-view

river-view

sea-front

sea-view

street-view

sunrise-view

sunset-view

water-view

with-view

annex

basement

main-building

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not-guaranteed

wired-internet-access

smoking

sauna

duplex

safe

mini-bar

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breakfast-for-2

pets-allowed

wi-fi

kitchen

My wife and I have just returned from a week at the Villa Bronja feeling somewhat disappointed. We booked our stay through Booking.com who had the apartment listed for €692 which was a “special low rate” and not therefore subject to cancellation. It seemed a tad expensive – more than we would normally spend - but it was to be a special week for us because we would be celebrating our wedding anniversary, my 70th birthday and my wife's 57th birthday during the week, so we decided to splash out a bit. Having read the other Trip Advisor reviews which all bar one were very positive, we decided to forego the opportunity of cancellation and go ahead and book it – a decision we came to regret.

I contacted Manoel the owner a couple of months before our arrival and requested him to provide two decent pillows each as we both suffer from neck problems. I explained that I couldn't confirm our check-in time – our flight didn't get into Malta airport until 4.30 pm and we had to collect our hire-car and drive to Gozo and find our way to the property and I didn't know how long this would take. I also asked him to put a bottle of water and a pint of milk in the fridge so we could at least have a cup of tea when we got there. I also let him know about our birthdays and asked him to recommend the best local restaurants. He was quite happy to be flexible on the check-in time and he provided the pillows and the water and milk, although he did present me with the supermarket receipt on arrival so I could pay him the couple of euros he'd spent. When we asked him for restaurant recommendations he just said, “Oh they're all good in Xlendi”. Not a lot of help. He gave us a perfunctory tour of the apartment, referred us to the sheet of “house rules”, gave us the key and left, neglecting to give us the WiFi password, so we were without internet for the first couple of days, until I tracked him down and got the password. The house rules are interesting, with no mention of WiFi. They make particular mention of “Fire Emergency” and the “well positioned” smoke detector in front of the kitchen. The only problem being that no smoke detector was fitted (see picture). This could very well be illegal. The apartment also has no safe or secure place to store passports and valuables, so we had to carry those with us all the time. 

The apartment we had was on the first floor, with a balcony over-looking the street, accessed through a sliding glass door, one of the panes of which is badly cracked. A huge date palm stands within touching distance of the balcony which at first seemed intrusive, although we came to appreciate its shade if we were there in the heat of the day. The apartment itself is basic, although it has the potential to be so much more. The bathroom has a sink, a toilet and a tiny bath with shower attachment. The shower and bath worked very well, but there was only a dribble of water coming from the sink tap – barely enough to dampen your toothbrush! The double bedroom was okay although the view from the window left a lot to be desired, being the wall of the next door property. The bed was fairly comfortable – no complaints there, but I suppose our biggest gripe was the lack of air-con. It was hot when we were there – 30 odd degrees in the day and 24 degrees at night. The only cooling method was an ancient floor fan, which we had to put at the foot of the bed and leave running all night. We were not provided with a change of sheets and towels during the week, so we slept in sweaty sheets for most of our stay. The kitchen was quite honestly a disgrace. If you're thinking of self-catering in this apartment forget about it. There is a microwave that is about as old-school as you could imagine and looks like it came from a boot-fair – we didn't risk using it. The cooker was also ancient technology with four rusting solid hotplates – like something from the 60s. The fridge was adequate. The furniture in the lounge is pretty shabby and old-fashioned, with a wooden-armed sofa and a small television, although the only English channel I could get was bbc world news. There was a satellite dish on the roof, so why no sat channels was beyond me. 

On the positive side, there is a really nice plunge pool on the roof which was great for cooling down in, although it was only open until 7 pm which meant a quiet drink and a moonlight swim was out of the question – a pity. The location is a quiet street of apartments on a steep hill about a kilometre from the town centre – from our balcony we could see the cliffs around Xlendi but you had to go on the roof to see the sea. I'm not a particularly fit 70 year old, but managed the walk back from town after dinner each evening, but if you have mobility issues this isn't the location for you.

So we were left with the impression that we had paid our money but had received very basic amenities and little in the way of service. When people are renting a self-catering apartment, it might have been nice for there to be a 'welcome pack' of basic groceries provided and a “happy birthday” from Manoel might have been a nice touch.

Xlendi is a great place – lots to do and filled with good restaurants. It's also an easy drive into Victoria – we even drove to Marsalforn on the other side of the island for breakfast a couple of times, which takes about twenty minutes. So thumbs up to Gozo and Xlendi, but not the Villa Bronja I'm afraid. They need to up their game, spend some money on bringing the place up to a decent standard. We were amazed that someone would rent out a place with a dangerously cracked glass door on the balcony and a missing smoke alarm. It's not like it would cost a lot to fix that, but we got the impression they just wanted their money for doing sweet FA.

Over-priced and badly in need of an upgrade

Love Villa Bronja, this is our 5th time staying. From honeymoon to having 3 kids. It suits all. Brilliant service and always clean. Boys loved the swimming pool. Very close to bus stop. We were a family of 5 and then they had a single apartment for my father in law. 

Still lovely

We spent two nights at Villa Bronja. We have been staying there for up to a week every year for the last five years. We have one large room with a wide comfortable bed. The room is light and airy. There is a bathroom, kitchen and two small terraces so one is always in shade while the other is sunny. It is not high end luxury but it is perfect for us and Manoel is the perfect host. There is also a plunge pool and sun terrace on the roof. A short walk downhill into Xlendi where there are numerous restaurants, specialising in fish. Also outstanding Gelateria (Ice cream Parlour) where cones cost 1.20 euros.  You can also hire a speed boat or canoe  for half a day from Louis in the port. Swimming is great just off the rocks with ladders to get in and out of the water. 

Just right for us

Found Villa Bronja, very reasonably priced for the location. Very clean and apt apartment for a couples getaway, everything provided you would need.

The host Manoel was extremely helpful before I had even landed at Malta, offering to sort transfers for me from the airport and for the ferry to Gozo and to Xlendi Bay. 

Anything I needed Manoel would reply instantly, offering a perfect insight into the best places to eat and drink around the island and even ordering a taxi if I needed one. 

Xlendi Bay and Gozo itself are genuinely one of the most amazing places I have ever seen on this earth. The food is second to none, there are so many things to do that cater for all types! I recommend Villa Bronja to anyone looking to come here, Manoel couldn't of made us feel any more welcome if he tried.

We will indefinitely be returning next year!

Amazing location, accommodation & hospitality!

I had a wonderful few days in the Studio at Villa Bronja.

The apartment was spotlessly clean, comfortable, peaceful and private. The addition of the private sun terrace gave the feeling of space, and provided a lovely spot for morning yoga, breakfast in the sun and then later on a glass of wine enjoying the warm evening air. 

The kitchen was more than adequate to prepare breakfasts and lunches, with a full size fridge which included a freezer compartment and ice tray. A kettle and toaster are included. 

The roof terrace and pool area are well maintained and a perfect spot to meet other residents, cool off and enjoy the stunning views of the Xlendi cliffs and bay. 

The location was ideal, quiet and secluded, but only a few minutes walk to the restaurants and shops in the harbour area, and the bus stops for getting to Victoria. 

Manoel was a great host, quick to answer questions and help when he could. He was flexible with regard to my check in and check out as they were both at slightly awkward times. 

I was travelling on my own, and not once did I feel vulnerable or unsafe either in the Villa Bronja, or in Xlendi. It really is a perfect spot. I can't wait to return.

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