We have created a list with the best central luxury hotels in Malta. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Mia Dahl & Kent Berg. Updated January 2024.
Creative. Elegant. Great views.Opened October 2020. Located in Valletta and with Valletta Waterfront reachable within 1.1 km, Iniala Harbour House provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a tour desk. The wellness area includes an indoor pool, fitness centre and sauna, while a terrace is also available. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. All rooms include a kettle, while selected rooms have a balcony and others also provide guests with city views. At Iniala Harbour House every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. Bike hire and car hire are available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling. Speaking Catalan, Czech, English and Spanish at the 24-hour front desk, staff are willing to help at any time of the day. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include University of Malta - Valletta Campus, Upper Barrakka Gardens and Manoel Theatre. The nearest airport is Malta International Airport, 7 km from Iniala Harbour House.Show full description
Elegant. Renowned for its excellent quality of service the hotel is located on the doorstep to the City of Valletta offering views over The Grand Harbour, historic Valletta, the hotel’s 7 acres of private gardens, or Floriana. The Phoenicia Malta offers extensive services including a relaxing Spa and Gym, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, iconic Palm Court Lounge, The Club Bar and 2 Restaurants. The hotel is a 10-minute walk from both the ferry terminal to Sliema and Barrakka Lift, which links to Valletta Waterfront ferry terminal and promenade. The Phoenicia Malta’s infinity pool sits at the bottom of the hotel’s gardens against the beautiful Bastions and overlooks the harbour. During spring and summer, the Bastion Pool Bar & Restaurant is open for dining and beverages. An extensive breakfast buffet offering both hot and cold items including specialty coffees is served daily in The Contessa Restaurant. The Contessa Restaurant is open daily offering a menu which features a combination of Maltese and Mediterranean dishes. Rooms are elegantly appointed with Mediterranean tiled floors. All air-conditioned, they also feature a minibar and tea and coffee-making facilities. They are all equipped with complimentary wireless internet access, and Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.Show full description
Cool. Stylish. Great restaurant. Popular among business travellers. Cugo Gran Macina Malta features rooms in Senglea. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with an outdoor pool. Staff on site can arrange airport transfers. All rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area and a flat-screen TV. The rooms come with air conditioning, and certain rooms at Cugo Gran Macina Malta have a terrace. At the accommodation each room includes a private bathroom with free toiletries. Cugo Gran Macina Malta offers a continental or à la carte breakfast. Valletta Waterfront can be reached in 5 minutes by ferry. The nearest airport is Malta International Airport, 5 km from Cugo Gran Macina Malta.Show full description
Creative. Comfortable beds. Rooftop restaurant. The Xara Palace Boutique Hotel is a unique 17th-century palace hidden away in the medieval fortified city of Mdina, the old capital of Malta. Perched on centuries-old bastions, surrounded by stunning baroque architecture, The Xara Palace Relais & Châteaux, with its luxurious accommodation and award-winning haute cuisine, is truly a haven in which to pause and be pampered. Meticulously and sensitively restored to reflect its former noble standing, the exclusive 5-Star boutique hotel boasts seventeen luxury rooms and suites enjoying stunning views, all individually and tastefully designed with antique furniture and paintings, luxurious Parisian fabrics and king size beds. Our promise to our guests centres on an impeccable attention to detail – from the décor to the serene, unhurried pace of life at The Xara Palace Hotel, through every facet of our service – all setting the scene for nothing less than an exquisitely unforgettable holiday in Malta.Show full description
This boutique hotel has super comfortable beds and a cool rooftop restaurant.
Opened May 2023. Situated in Birgu and with Rinella Bay Beach reachable within 1.5 km, IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta features concierge services, allergy-free rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Some units at the property have a balcony with a city view. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. At IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available each morning, and includes à la carte, continental and Full English/Irish options. The accommodation offers a hot tub. Hal Saflieni Hypogeum is 3.5 km from IBB Hotel Palazzo Bettina Malta, while Valletta Waterfront is 7.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Malta International, 7 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Set into the sandy coast of Malta's Golden Bay, the Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Malta Golden Sands includes a large swimming pool, a adult only pool and a children's pool. It also offers a private beach and a spa. Rooms are large and luxurious. Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Malta Golden Sands enjoys a quiet, private setting, with peaceful views of the sea and the surrounding countryside. It is a 10-minute drive from the harbour where ferries leave for Gozo Comino. The spa extends over 1000 m² of space, and the resort's Leisure Centre offers stunning views of the sea from its large windows overlooking the bay. Rooms are furnished with modern decorations and offer a balcony with sea or countryside views. During summer the rate includes 1 parasol and 2 sun loungers per room.Show full description
Overlooking the Mediterranean Sea in St Julian's, The Westin Dragonara Resort, Malta offers 2 private beaches, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, one of which is heated, and 3 restaurants. Reception is open 24 hours a day. The spacious, air-conditioned accommodation features a terrace with views of the sea. Each room comes with a minibar, tea/coffee maker, and LCD TV with satellite channels. Some suites offer a spa bath, and some rooms include access to the Executive Club Lounge. Free WiFi is available in the lobby and in the restaurant. Guests can relax in the hot tub, enjoy a massage, or sit out on the Bayview sun terrace, equipped with free sun beds and parasols. The gym is complete with modern machineries and weights. The Westin Dragonara Resort, Malta's restaurants serve European and Mediterranean cuisine. The award-winning Terrace Restaurant offers daily breakfast, and Palio's Trattoria features Italian specialities. The Quadro Restaurant serves simple, homemade food. Drinks are available until late at the lobby's bar. The resort is a 5-minute walk from St Julian's Bus Terminus and 800 metres from St Julian's Bay. Free parking is available on site.Show full description
Elegant. Friendly staff. Located in the heart of the island of Malta, Corinthia Palace Malta features an outdoor swimming pool, a wellness centre, gym and much more. This boutique hotel was built around an elegant, converted villa from the 19th century. Surrounded by its beautifully landscaped gardens, the Corinthia Palace Malta is a peaceful setting for a relaxing break and one of the island's leading 5-star hotels. It faces the Presidential Palace and is next to the beautiful San Anton Botanical Gardens. Corinthia Palace Malta features spacious guest rooms, all complete with a private balcony and all modern comforts. The professional team of staff are always on hand and will be delighted to be of service to you. Property feature an indoor pool and children can access the indoor pool from 9am till midday. You are well located for exploring Malta. The walled city of Medina is just 4 km from the hotel, while the popular resort of St Julians is 7 km away.Show full description
Super central. Great location. Great breakfast. Domus Zamittello offers luxury accommodation in a restored 17th century palazzo in Valletta. The property is just as one enters Valletta, overlooking Republic Street and Freedom Square. Domus Zamittello offers an à la carte breakfast with food cooked fresh to order. It is around a 3-minute walk from Upper Barrakka Gardens and 500 metres from Manoel Theatre. Casa Rocca Piccola is 400 metres from the property. The 24-hour front desk can offer helpful tips for getting around the area. National Museum of Archaeology is 300 metres from Domus Zamittello. Malta International Airport is 6 km from the property.Show full description
Central. Great location. Very clean. The Malta Marriott Resort & Spa is located in St Julian's, 100 metres from Balluta Bay beach. The Resort combines luxurious charm and the relaxed feel of a Mediterranean spa, with well-appointed premium category rooms and luxury suites. The rooms are air-conditioned and feature free WiFi, separate walk-in shower, 55” TV, minibar, tea & coffee making facilities and a safety box. Guests can enjoy a a roof top outdoor pool with a splash pool offering views of Balluta Bay, including a fully equipped Spa with 9 treatment rooms, heated indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room, fitness center and squash court. With four diverse restaurants and three bars the Malta Marriott Resort & Spa is easily accessible by car, taxi and public transport. - The hotel is within walking distance to St Julian’s nightlife area and the main shopping district of Sliema.Show full description
Opened July 2023. Set in Sliema and within 500 metres of Tigné Point Beach, Barceló Fortina Malta has a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, as well as an indoor pool and a fitness centre. The accommodation provides room service and luggage storage space for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. Barceló Fortina Malta offers some units with city views, and every room is fitted with a balcony. At the accommodation all rooms have bed linen and towels. A buffet breakfast is available every morning at Barceló Fortina Malta. Speaking German, English, Spanish and French at the reception, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical information on the area. Popular points of interest near the hotel include MedAsia Beach, Qui-Si-Sana Beach and The Point Shopping Mall. The nearest airport is Malta International Airport, 9 km from Barceló Fortina Malta.Show full description
Very central. Very clean. Great value. Park Lane Aparthotel is located on the Qawra peninsula with views of St.Paul’s Bay. It has a rooftop pool and terrace with panoramic views of the Mediterranean and offers free Wi-Fi and air-conditioned accommodation. The studios and apartments include a kitchenette, a private bathroom and satellite TV. Rooms also come with tea/coffee making facilities and a small fridge. A continental breakfast, including a cooked-to-order breakfast, is served daily. The Park Lane also has a bar serving drinks throughout the day. These can be enjoyed on the furnished patio. Guests can relax in the lobby where there is a wide-screen TV. Staff can provide information and assistance on booking tours and trips throughout the island. The property is directly opposite Bugibba Bus Station. A shuttle service to/from Luqa Airport can be arranged on request.Show full description
Creative. Highly elegant. Superb breakfast.Opened November 2020. Situated within 3.5 km of Popeye Village and 11 km of Malta National Aquarium, Lure Hotel & Spa - Adults Only features rooms in Mellieħa. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The hotel has an indoor pool, year-round outdoor pool and terrace, and guests can grab a bite to eat in the restaurant. The rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Rooms include a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while certain rooms have a balcony and others also boast city views. At the hotel each room is fitted with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish options. At Lure Hotel & Spa - Adults Only guests are welcome to take advantage of a Turkish bath. Guests can make use of the business centre or relax in the bar. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Mellieha Bay Beach, Santa Maria Estate Beach and Ghadira Bay Beach. The nearest airport is Malta International, 21 km from Lure Hotel & Spa - Adults Only, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most CREATIVE AND ELEGANT boutique hotel in Malta. It also has a highly rated breakfast, amazing staff and outstanding views!
Rooftop bar. Rooftop restaurant. Just 500 metres from Sliema's bus terminus and Valletta Ferry, The Palace is a 5-star hotel with a rooftop spa with infinity pool overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Most rooms have a balcony with views of Valletta and the harbour. The Palace has spacious, air-conditioned rooms with a smart TV with over 70 HD international channels, a minibar, and a tea-and-coffee maker. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas and in all rooms. There is a choice of 2 restaurants at The Palace, the top-floor restaurant specialising in Asian cuisine, and the second one in Mediterranean classics. The hotel is 8 km from Malta Airport, while the capital Valletta is only a 20-minute drive away.Show full description
Great value. Set on the seafront in Saint Julian's, the Hilton Malta is a luxury 5-star hotel offering panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea and a modern décor. On site you will find a spa with indoor swimming pool, 2 adults only seasonal outdoor pools, 2 seasonal outdoor pools also available for kids and 1 paddling pool for children. The spacious rooms at Hotel Hilton Malta feature a large balcony overlooking the sea or Portomaso marina. All rooms are air-conditioned and feature Wi-Fi access, a tea/coffee maker, and a satellite LCD TV. Some rooms offer access to the Executive lounges. The hotel's Oceana Restaurant serves dinner by the pool, while the Blue Elephant specialises in Thai cuisine. Breakfast is buffet style. Facilities include a tennis court and a fully equipped fitness centre. Malta International Airport can be reached in 20 minutes by car.Show full description
Hip. Very stylish. Comfortable beds. Rosselli AX Privilege offers accommodation in the heart of Valletta. Set in a 17th-century building formerly owned by a member of the Knights of Malta, the hotel combines Baroque architecture and modern facilities, including free WiFi throughout. A restaurant and a bar are also available on site. All air conditioned, units at Rosselli AX Privilege feature a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom equipped with free toiletries and a hairdryer. A continental breakfast with a selection of sweet and savoury products, as well as fresh fruit is available daily, while the Michelin-starred restaurant boasts a sophisticated menu and dessert selection. For any tips on how to get around or what to do in the area, guests can ask at the reception, available 24/7. Rosselli AX Privilege is less than a 10-minute walk from the city gate. The hotel is 400 metres from St. John's Co-Cathedral and 1 km from Upper Barrakka Gardens. The nearest airport is Malta International Airport, 8 km away.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the coolest and most stylish central luxury hotel in Malta.
Opened February 2023. Set within 1.3 km of The Point Shopping Mall and 1.6 km of Love Monument, Marea Boutique Hotels provides rooms in Sliema. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. At the hotel all rooms come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Every room includes a kettle, while selected rooms here will provide you with a terrace and others also have city views. At Marea Boutique Hotels each room is fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental breakfast. Popular points of interest near Marea Boutique Hotels include Fond Ghadir Beach, Balluta Bay Beach and Exiles Beach. The nearest airport is Malta International Airport, 8 km from the hotel.Show full description
Right on the waterfront of St. George's Bay, the Corinthia is a 5-star hotel with an on-site spa and 5 swimming pools set on luxurious sea-view terraces. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. Corinthia Hotel St. George’s Bay features spacious, air-conditioned rooms with a large balcony, most overlooking the sea. Fine dining at the Corinthia includes a generous daily breakfast, plus 11 restaurants serving a variety of cuisines, all with views. Restaurants have both indoor and outdoor options, offering a wide selection of fine wines and cocktails. Corinthia’s Apollo by Dee Spas is available for a variety of treatments including beauty treatments, Ayurvedic and reflexology massages. It also has an indoor heated pool, a sauna, a jacuzzi and a gym. Self-hire boat rental may be rented at the hotel's water-sport and diving centre. Bus stop and hop on hop off stops are located right outside the hotel to take you to Malta's main localities and attractions in Valletta and Sliema. Hotel is also located at a walking distance to restaurants and bars.Show full description
Cool. Cosy rooms. Rooftop bar. Offering a rooftop terrace and pool, Hotel Juliani - Boutique Hotel has panoramic views across Spinola Bay. Set in an elegant town house on Saint Julian's seafront, it offers free Wi-Fi and free parking. Spacious, air-conditioned rooms at this boutique hotel include a minibar and a TV with satellite channels . Each private bathroom has soft bathrobes plus Walk-In Shower and Rain Showers , hairdryer and free toiletries. The on-site Zest restaurant specialises in European and Asian cooking, and includes a terrace bar. A continental buffet breakfast is served in the Juliani Cafe, which also offers light meals and snacks throughout the day. The hotel is a 10-minute walk from the beach at Balluta Bay. Spinola bus stop is right outside with great connections around Malta.Show full description
This boutique hotel has very cosy rooms and a popular rooftop bar.
Set right on The Strand, a popular waterfront promenade, Hotel Verdi offers a fashionable getaway in the heart of Malta’s most cosmopolitan district. The hotel lies a short 20-minute drive from the airport, while convenient public transport links connect to many of the island’s must-visit destinations, including the history-rich capital city Valletta, the beaches and bays that dot the coastline between Sliema and St Julian’s, as well as Paceville’s nightlife spots. The ferry service to Valletta is also within short walking distance. Bathed in plenty of natural light, each stylish room and suite exudes playful sophistication with sleek furnishings, suave wall art, and a full range of modern amenities. Greet the warm Mediterranean sun from a private balcony with sweeping harbour views that take in Valletta’s dramatic skyline. A plethora of facilities and personalised services ensure maximum comfort and relaxation throughout your stay, and include a well-equipped fitness centre, wooden-decked sauna, rooftop and indoor swimming pools, and stylish lobby bar. The hotel’s welcoming all-day restaurant, located on the ground floor by the lobby, specialises in contemporary Mediterranean cuisine and serves up a varied menu of crowd-pleasing options, including a daily buffet breakfast spread.Show full description
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