Phoenicia Hotel

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“The grand dame of the Maltese hotels still upholds its 1930s glamour. Art Deco in style with marble floors, arched glass windows, 30s cocktail bar, and even a ballroom. Harbour views and fantastic gardens. Go back in time on a cultural adventure to the glamour of a bygone era.”

Hotel review

If you're going to stay in one of the big hotels, it should be here. Among the oldest hotels on the island, this attractive art deco building was commissioned by Lady Strickland for society's most cosmopolitan clientèle. Art Deco grandeur still emanates from this five star hotel with its cool marble, arched lead glass windows, a 1930s cocktail bar and a ballroom that once saw the soon-to-be Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip dance there. To enjoy your stay to the full, book one of the recently refurbished third or fourth floor rooms with views looking out to The Grand Harbour or the city walls of Valletta, only a stone's throw away from this conveniently-situated property. The facilities are excellent and the magnificent seven-acre garden can be enjoyed on the walk to the bastion pool area which looks straight out onto Marsamxett Harbour.

Charlotte Luxford

Recommended for

  • Local exploring

    • Local exploring in style just outsided the entrance to Valletta, within walking distance of the main sights and top restaurants.

  • Sights nearby

    • Explore the Ggantija, a Neolithic temple complex and one of the oldest free standing man made structures in the world.

  • Museums

    • Check out the National War Museum, National Museum of Archeology and The National Museum of Fine Art.

  • Sailing

    • Boat tours can be arranged through the hotel, the perfect way to see the coast.

  • Diving

    • Guests can explore the wrecks and caves around the island with dive guides.

  • Snorkelling

    • The crystal clear waters make for great snorkelling.

  • Romantic

  • Downtown

  • Conference facilities

  • Wedding license

  • Opulent

  • Gym

  • Grand Hotel

  • Restaurant

  • On the beach

  • Sea Views

  • Historic

  • Chic

  • Luxury

  • Business Hotel

  • 5* Luxury

  • Beach nearby

  • On an island

  • Wellbeing

  • Air conditioning

Facilities

  • Rooms

    136 rooms in this hotel

  • Wifi

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Business Centre

  • Conference facilities

  • Safe

  • Parking

  • Shops

  • Bar

  • Wedding license

  • Airport transfer

  • Hairdresser/Beauty Salon

  • Meeting Room

  • Cots available

  • Gym

  • Restaurant

  • Swimming Pool

  • Garden

  • 24 Hour room service

  • Suites

  • Concierge

  • Air conditioning

Activities

  • Sights nearby

    • Explore the Ggantija, a Neolithic temple complex and one of the oldest free standing man made structures in the world.

  • Museums

    • Check out the National War Museum, National Museum of Archeology and The National Museum of Fine Art.

  • Sailing

    • Boat tours can be arranged through the hotel, the perfect way to see the coast.

  • Diving

    • Guests can explore the wrecks and caves around the island with dive guides.

  • Snorkelling

    • The crystal clear waters make for great snorkelling.

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Phoenicia Hotel

"Malta’s first top level hotel, the Phoenicia was built in the Thirties under British rule and still has a gently Art Deco feel, particularly in the main lounge bar."

Originally published by The Telegraph

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