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Kempinski Hotel San Lawrenz
Updated 1 July 2026
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A serene five-star retreat in the green heart of Gozo, this is the choice for families who want space, calm and a slower island rhythm. Set in gardens near the cliffs of Dwejra, it has indoor and outdoor pools, a well-regarded spa and generous rooms, with the sister island's quiet villages and beaches all around. It is a proper get-away-from-it-all base, best paired with a hire car to explore Gozo at your own pace.
Our verdict
For families who want calm, space and five-star comfort on quiet Gozo, this is the standout. Hire a car and let the island unwind you.
The rooms
Large, calm rooms and suites set in gardens in the Gozo countryside, most with a balcony or terrace. Suites and interconnecting rooms give families real space, and the quiet setting makes for easy naps and early nights.
At a glance
- Setting
- Gozo countryside gardens
- Pools
- Indoor and outdoor
- Spa
- Well-regarded Ayurvedic spa
- Beach
- Ramla Bay a short drive
How the KidProof Score works
Every hotel is rated on eight things families actually care about, then weighted by how much each one drives your choice. Room setup counts the most. The little touches break the ties.
Sleeps how many? Connecting rooms, family suites, a real extra bed?
Clean travel cot, high chair, bottle warmer, changing table, kit to borrow.
Shallow pool or paddling area, playground, kids club (free or paid).
Quick breakfast, kids menus, allergy options, snacks on hand.
Secured windows, protected corners, watched pool, well kept grounds.
Laundry, in-room fridge, stroller access, parking, reliable Wi-Fi.
Close to family attractions, easy transport, park tickets or access.
Welcome gift for the child, staff who talk to kids, themed rooms.
Why families love it
- Serene five-star base in the Gozo countryside
- Indoor and outdoor pools plus a top spa
- Large, calm rooms and family suites
- Near Dwejra cliffs and quiet Gozo villages
🗓️A day here with kids
- 8:30
Garden breakfast
Calm start with birdsong and country views.
- 10:00
Ramla Bay beach
Short drive to the red sand and shallow water.
- 14:30
Pool and spa time
Back to the gardens for a swim and a parent hour.
- 18:30
Village dinner
Drive out to a quiet Gozo village restaurant.
Family things to do nearby
Ramla Bay red sand
Gozo's famous wide red-sand beach has shallow, gentle water, a top family day out.
Victoria and the Citadel
Explore the hilltop fortress town, with ramparts to walk and views right across Gozo.
Dwejra cliffs and pools
The dramatic coast at Dwejra has sheltered inland-sea pools that older kids love to paddle in.
Is it right for your kids?
Baby
0 to 1 yr
Cots and large, calm rooms make naps easy, though you will drive to beaches and sights.
Toddler
1 to 3 yrs
Gentle pools and shallow Ramla Bay suit toddlers, the peace helps with routines.
Kid
4 to 11 yrs
Beaches, the Citadel and Dwejra give this age plenty, best with a car to reach them.
Teen
12 yrs and up
Snorkelling, diving and quiet cliffs appeal to teens who like the outdoors over nightlife.
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Parents also ask
Do we need a car on Gozo?
Yes, the hotel is in the rural interior, so a hire car is essential for beaches, villages and the sights.
Where is the nearest sandy beach?
Ramla Bay, Gozo's wide red-sand beach with shallow water, is a short drive and one of the best for families.
Is it too quiet for kids?
It is calm by design, with pools and gardens at the hotel and Gozo's beaches and sights a drive away for daily adventures.
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