Luxury hotels in Valletta

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Valletta. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Iniala Harbour House Valletta, Malta

  

  Hotel. Located in Valletta and with Qui-Si-Sana Beach reachable within 2.8 km, Iniala Harbour House provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, free bikes, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a tour desk. A spa and wellness centre comprising a fitness centre, an indoor pool, a sauna, as well as a terrace can be used by all guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, 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. Breakfast is available daily, and includes à la carte, Full English/Irish and American options. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at this 5-star hotel. Speaking Catalan, English, Spanish and French 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 Valletta Waterfront, University of Malta - Valletta Campus and Upper Barrakka Gardens. The nearest airport is Malta International Airport, 7 km from Iniala Harbour House. Show full description Guest review score 9.7, rooms from around 370 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 2 The Phoenicia Malta Valletta, Malta

  

  Hotel. This 1920s-style hotel welcomes you with live piano music in the lobby. Set in 7 acres of gardens, it is next to the Triton Fountain in Valletta's City Gate Square. The Phoenicia Malta is set just outside the ancient city walls, next to Valletta Bus Station. The hotel is a 10-minute walk from both the ferry terminal to Sliema and Barakka Lift, which links to Valletta Waterfront ferry terminal and promenade. During the winter, the Phoenicia features a seasonal, outdoor infinity pool overlooking the harbour. You will also find a free car park. Rooms are spacious and elegant with tiled floors and modern furniture. 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." A breakfast buffet with a choice of fresh fruit juice and cappuccino is served each morning. The restaurant serves a combination of Maltese and Mediterranean cuisine. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 190 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 3 Rosselli Valletta, Malta

  

  Hotel. Rosselli 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 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 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 Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 179 EUR.

  See available rooms

• 4 Grand Hotel Excelsior Valletta, Malta

  

  Resort. Set just outside the historic entrance to Valletta, this seafront hotel enjoys views of Marsamxett Harbour and Manoel Island. It offers free parking, a gym and large outdoor and indoor pools all for free. Rooms combine classic and modern design. They come with air conditioning and an LCD TV with satellite channels. Most also have a balcony or terrace. Grand Hotel Excelsior features landscaped gardens, a private beach and a spa. Free WiFi is available throughout. The hotel's 3 restaurants and 5 bars serve a wide selection of international cuisine, including seafood and vegetarian meals. Panoramic sea views can be admired from the poolside bar. The Excelsior is 500 metres from Valletta’s main bus terminus, and 4 km from Marsa Golf Course. It offers a free shuttle to Valletta, operating twice a day, at 10:00 and 18:00. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 136 EUR.

  See available rooms

I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!