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Grand Hotel Excelsior

5.0 star property
Luxury beachfront hotel with spa, near Malta Experience

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Private beach
View from room
Balcony
Poolside bar
Private pool
VIP Access

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Free parking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Marina
  • 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool and outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is $121
includes taxes & fees
$112 per night
Dec 16 - Dec 17

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room with Partial Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 355 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room with Full Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Deluxe Inland Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Panoramic Seafront Room with Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Garden View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Deluxe Room, Partial Sea View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Deluxe Room, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 355 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Room Partial Sea View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Room Partial Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 605 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Flat-screen TV

Royal Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
  • 1615 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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View from room

Deluxe Room with Full Sea View with Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room

Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Presidential Suite

Presidential Suite | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
  • 1938 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Family Room (Pool Area)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Room (Pool Area)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 605 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Great Siege Road, Floriana, Malta

What's nearby

  • Upper Barrakka Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sliema Ferry - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Valletta Waterfront - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Malta Experience - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 29 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tribe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks Reserve Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Teatre - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Club Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel Excelsior

Grand Hotel Excelsior offers a private beach and puts you near activities like scuba diving, snorkeling, and surfing/body boarding. The outdoor pool and indoor pool provide a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in hot stone massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy. Dining choices include 2 restaurants and the 2 bars/lounges are great places to grab a cold drink. A marina, a poolside bar, and a fitness center are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 428 rooms
  • Arranged over 10 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • One child (11 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
  • Babysitting*

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Free onsite valet parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Shopping
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 14 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Marina
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Low-height counter/sink

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Balcony
  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has 9 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: EUR 50 per accommodation, per day

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • 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.

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 20.00 for adults and EUR 10.00 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 50 per vehicle (roundtrip)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Some rooms at this property are not suitable for children. Please add child ages in the search parameters to display available rooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Excelsior Grand Hotel
Grand Excelsior Floriana
Grand Excelsior Hotel
Grand Hotel Excelsior
Grand Hotel Excelsior Floriana
Hotel Excelsior Grand
Hotel Grand Excelsior

Frequently asked questions

Does Grand Hotel Excelsior offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Grand Hotel Excelsior does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Grand Hotel Excelsior?
Yes, there's an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Grand Hotel Excelsior?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Grand Hotel Excelsior?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Grand Hotel Excelsior?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 50 per vehicle roundtrip.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Grand Hotel Excelsior?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Grand Hotel Excelsior?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Dragonara Casino (9-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Grand Hotel Excelsior and nearby?
Have fun with activities like hiking, parasailing, and scuba diving, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy treatments at the spa and relax in the indoor and outdoor pools. Grand Hotel Excelsior also has 2 bars, a private beach, and a sauna, as well as a steam room and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Grand Hotel Excelsior?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.
Does Grand Hotel Excelsior have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Grand Hotel Excelsior like?
Grand Hotel Excelsior is in the heart of Floriana, a short 19-minute walk from Malta Experience and 4 minutes' walk from Grand Harbour. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Pawel, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Forth & maybe last stay?
It was mostly ok until our toilet cistern broke and we had to use the waste paper bin to flush as the defect happen to break early hours of the morning. Not quite the experience you hope for from such a prestigious establishment. We did report it but it was met with lack of concern or interest unfortunately. Standards have most certainly dropped. The bar area and service on Saturday night was chaotic and messy too....
Kerry, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

David, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good, quiet location, comfortable stay
Janusz, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Alasdair, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Kerry, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic stay at Beautiful Hotel
Beautiful Hotel. High standards. Amazing location. Loved the access to the sea (just past the pool in photo). Safe swimming area. Friendly/ helpful staff. Outdoor Summer experience was great. Also super well positioned with only a short trip into Valletta. Spectacular views across to Sliema. Would love to come back
David, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Always reliable over many years.
We have often stayed here, on this occasion paid for full sea view which is highly recommended. As others have commented, perhaps not ideal for those with mobility issues but fair play to hotel which now runs a shuttle service to and from Valletta City Gate at no charge. Acres of space and will certainly visit again. Having tried a couple of other hotels, over the years, as an experiment, I now know that we will always use Grand Excelsior. The building itself is not a thing of beauty but it’s well worth seeing past that.
Lorna, 10-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Thomas, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant City destination
The hotel is very stylish and traditional in terms of furnishings with quite an opulent feel. Public areas are spotless and comfortable places and there are plenty of toilets in the bars and restaurants. We found the breakfast buffet to be outstanding with something to suit all tastes. We had two of the themed buffet dinners in the evening and both were excellent. The pool area has plenty of sun beds and a very nice view of the marina/harbour. After a sticky day of of sight seeing it was lovely to enjoy sunset with a cocktail. The hotel is ideally located for the city itself just a 5 minute walk to the centre and 20 mins from the airport. We would have liked the option of a late check out due to having a late evening flight but we used the pool area and changed for the journey in the pool shower room.
Janet, 5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Old hotel - renovation needed
This is NOT a 5-star hotel, would give it 3 1/2 stars. The hotel is old a serious renovation would be desired. The front desk is not familiar with VIP benefits despite this hotel claims to be VIP property- I had to ask multiple times reception to get my welcome bottle of wine & room upgrade since I am VIP gold member. Hotel llocation is great to explore old Valeta and free hotel shuttle is very convenient. The most value of this hotel is private beach with sea access, because most properties in the area have NO sea access
Milan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I liked this hotel a lot. Its a bit old, I had single beds which I didn't order but the hotel is lovely and in a great location. I did not tell them it was my birthday and yet a cake & bottle of wine turned up which I was not expecting. They must have triggered that from my passport I guess? I will stay here again for sure
Phillip, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Christine, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Paula, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Hayley, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jacqueline, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jacqueline, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect Location
This hotel has a wonderful location and the service it top notch. Although the hotel needs a revamp in decoration, it is currently like a great old lady
monika, 7-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Robyn, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel with beautiful location. Beach is small but not crowded unlike the rest of Malta’s beaches. Rooms are specious with nice, big balcony. All together I would recommend this hotel to anyone wishing to stay close to Valleta old town.
Sonja, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stephen, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Ross, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Grand property but is aging and needs furniture uplift. As this hotel was walkable to Valletta, this option offered us a much more cheaper eating option. The hotel provided good restaurants and options but was pricy. The staff was courteous and excellent. The Pool (indoor and outdoor) was in excellent. The location was great.
Suhail, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

I didn’t like anything. Rooms where to hot. Ac couldn’t keep up. Rooms smelled moldy. Didn’t get to check in till way after 4. Food was overpriced. Food was terrible. All around a BIG NO.
George, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely old world class with charm and great service in a dramatic location on the water’s edge in the historic center of Valletta. Great pool and private beach. Easy walks to tourist highlights and ferries.
CHARLES, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

General property information

Travelers Say
"Lovely stay overall, amazing view and swimming pool, very close to Valletta old city."
Reasons to Book
Outdoor Pool & Nice Bathroom
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM