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The Phoenicia Malta - The Leading Hotels of the World

5.0 star property
Family-friendly 5-star hotel near Upper Barrakka Gardens

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, free cabanas
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Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk
Pegasus Suite
Meeting facility

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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The Mall, Floriana, Malta, FRN1478
  • Place, Upper Barrakka Gardens
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Johns Co - Cathedral
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Malta Experience
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room, Accessible

Twin Room, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Twin Room, Balcony

Executive Twin Room, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Double Room, Balcony

Executive Double Room, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room, Harbour View

Deluxe Twin Room, Harbor View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room, Harbor View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Valletta Suite

Valletta Suite

  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, Harbour View

Suite, Harbor View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Pegasus Suite

Pegasus Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Classic Twin Room

Classic Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Floriana

City center stay.Your stay at this Floriana hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Upper Barrakka Gardens and St. Johns Co - Cathedral. Sliema Ferry and Casa Rocca Piccola are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Upper Barrakka Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sliema Ferry - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Casa Rocca Piccola - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Malta Experience - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks Reserve Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Teatre - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Parisot Crew Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tribe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Balzunetta Gastropub - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Phoenicia Malta - The Leading Hotels of the World

Family-friendly 5-star hotel near Upper Barrakka Gardens
The Phoenicia Malta - The Leading Hotels of the World offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include 6 meeting rooms and limo/town car service. A children's pool, a fitness center, and a sauna are also featured at the luxury The Phoenicia Malta - The Leading Hotels of the World. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 5-star Floriana hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 136 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • Built in 1947
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
The Phoenicia Malta - The Leading Hotels of the World offers 136 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars (stocked with some free items) and safes. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Floriana hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Phoenicia Spa & Wellness has 5 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 30 per person
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle storage
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (37 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free minibar (limited items)

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Weight limit: 26 lbs per pet
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 0.50 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 30 per person
  • Pet fee: EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard, and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number h/0006

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Malta. This property is rated 5 stars.

Property is also known as

Hotel Malta Phoenicia
Hotel Phoenicia
Hotel Phoenicia Malta
Malta Hotel Phoenicia
Malta Phoenicia
Malta Phoenicia Hotel
Phoenicia Hotel Malta
Phoenicia Malta
Phoenicia Malta Hotel
Hotel Phoenicia Malta/Valletta
Phoenicia Hotel Valletta
Hotel Phoenicia Malta Valletta
Phoenicia Malta Valletta
Hotel Phoenicia Malta Floriana
Phoenicia Malta Floriana
The Phoenicia Malta
Hotel Phoenicia Malta
The Phoenicia Malta - The Leading Hotels of the World Hotel
The Phoenicia Malta - The Leading Hotels of the World Floriana

The Phoenicia Malta - The Leading Hotels of the World Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 712 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1003 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A beautiful hotel, built in the 1940s, in the great British colonial style, like the Raffles hotel in Singapore or the Victoria Falls Hotel in Zimbabwe. The interior is elegant. The service was remarkably warm, helpful and attentive. The overall experience was outstanding, even compared to other five star hotels.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Malta is overrun with tourists, and, believe it pr not, has the worst food in Europe. It is SO bad across scores of restaurants, that it is hard to believe. Hotel placed me in a room next to a three day political rally, concert, and Independence celebration. It was incredibly loud and very crowded. They charged me $1100 dollars for a tiny room with only a tub shower. Stay here at your own risk. Not worth the time, money, or hassle. The locals say that Phoenicia was very good years ago, but Malta is a tourist trap, and I do not recommend staying anywhere near there. Also, the hotel told me food couod be ordered in the lounge, but the lounge said, sorry, we arent serving after 930 PM. Also, I was told by the staff that the music festival was "only for one night," but that was NOT true. There were no rooms they would offer me away from the loud din. Lastly, they were gracious enough to cancel my second two nights without penalty. Malta is a terrible place to visit. Go there and the Phoenicia at your own risk. Malta is a disaster destination with only two good things: 1) Caravaggio painting 2) St Paul was saved there after a shipwreck.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding in every way. One of the best hotels I have ever stayed at anywhere in the world.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarita

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline, MILTON KEYNES

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and exceptional service in a brilliant location. There is nothing I can fault. We had an Executive room with balcony and although it was quite small, it had every convenience possible. Our room (430) had views either way when on the balcony. One was the marina and the other way was the fountain. Thank you Phoenicia for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wei Li

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grandeur was unique Restaurants are lovely with very good menus Palm Court lounge was very big and spacious with excellent service all Club bar was a great place to end the day Staff were very attentive Views were very good because of the elevation
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff and service were very nice .they really went an extra mile.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful, Mario the concierge was above and beyond.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well deserved 5 stars

Fantastic place. All staff so helpful and friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen Jenkins

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Got it all !

Simply put, its one of the classic elegant properties in the heart of the old city, but peace and quite once you get into the hotel. Frequently the sounds of cannons maybe heard but added character. Rooms where lovely and we had a super view. Best food at Beef Bar as well ! Great bars and lovely pool !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, service, location, cleanliness, quality of food all excellent. A great ambience, we just had a family wedding here and the arrangements were perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top notch service
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Claire

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip J

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific staff. Very helpful. Great location near Valetta. Lovely garden and pool in unique location. Very good breakfasts and dinner.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Hamilton

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

5 star stay!

From the moment you step through the perfectly polished doors, you know that you are in for a treat! Everywhere is impeccable! The staff are so attentive, nothing is too much, all requests are dealt with in a professional manner.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025