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ME Malta
by Autoban

ME Malta

by Autoban

Shortlisted: Hotel Under 200 Rooms Award

The International Hotel & Property Awards 2025

Autoban led the interior design of ME Malta, a contemporary luxury hotel located in St. Julian’s, creating a sophisticated dialogue with Zaha Hadid Architects’ striking Mercury Towers. Tasked with translating the ME by Meliã brand’s creative identity into Malta’s first contemporary luxury hospitality offering, Autoban crafted immersive, emotionally rich interiors that reflect both local Mediterranean charm and global design language.

Their approach centred on interpreting the tower’s bold architectural curves into sculptural interior elements. Bespoke features such as canopy beds with jewel-toned headboards, subtly angled furnishings, and custom-designed bars establish a seamless spatial and visual continuity between architecture and interior. Throughout, a palette inspired by the island’s coastline—sea blues, sandy neutrals, soft limestone—grounds the hotel in its setting. Materials such as handcrafted wood, angle-cut marble, gold-infused wallpapers, and hand tufted carpets add tactile depth and visual warmth.

The design balances daring form with calm elegance. Public spaces like the Radio Rooftop and Cabana Club reflect a youthful rhythm through sculpted ceilings, sun-warmed woods, and elegant banquettes. Suites offer panoramic views and a refined sense of retreat, combining organic fabrics, rich textures, and minimalism. The journey begins through a dramatic, cave-like entrance, setting the tone for a sensory experience shaped by Mediterranean influences and cultural storytelling.

Autoban’s design creates a layered and intimate hospitality environment. Through curated furnishings, material tactility, and thoughtful spatial flow, ME Malta becomes more than a hotel. It is a personalised, immersive retreat that redefines luxury through a balance of contemporary design and emotional clarity.

Location: Malta

Architect: Zaha Hadid Architects

Interior Designer: Autoban

Hotel Group/ Developer: Meliá Hotels International / JPortelli Projects

Construction: JPortelli Projects

Autoban has been shortlisted for Hotel Under 200 Rooms Award in The International Hotel & Property Awards 2025.

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