Best Luxury Hotels in Valletta

Valletta is Malta’s capital, built by the Knights of St John on a peninsula that is only 1km by 600m. The city is small but packs a big punch for tourists, it is a Unesco World Heritage site and it is easy to see why – it is unbelievably beautiful. For such a compact city it offers a lot of luxury hotel options. Inside the city walls there are plenty of boutique properties to stay, while just outside the city wall there are larger resort style properties. We have a listed a selection of luxury hotels in Valletta all of which have the TLE seal of approval.



Valletta, Malta, Europe

The Cumberland Hotel by NEU Collective

Hotel
At a glance
Amenities23 Rooms & Suites, Italian Restaurant, Serene Courtyard, Rooftop Terrace & Pool, Located On St John Street.

The Cumberland Boutique Hotel has been on St John Street in Valetta since the 16th century when it was first inhabited as a city centre palazzo. It then became a hotel during the Colonial era when the city was a hive of activity with British servicemen, travellers and traders. The hotel is located right in the heart of Valetta, surrounded by bars, restaurants and the city’s cultural landmarks just a short walk away. The hotel retains many of its original features and its 22 individually styles rooms which come in Delux, Superior and Junior Suites category are chic, contemporary and beautifully appointed.

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The Cumberland Hotel by NEU Collective

Valletta, Malta, Europe

Rosselli AX Privilege

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Amenities25 Rooms & Suites, Michelin-Star Dining, Rooftop Plunge Pool, Set In Set Within A Historic Palazzo In The Heart Of Valletta.

Located in the very heart of Valetta, the luxurious AX Rosselli Privilege was formerly a palazzo which has been transformed into a stunning 5 star boutique hotel. The property has six room categories ranging from comfort, superior and executive all of which have their own private well spas and terraces. The duplex junior suites feature double height ceilings and have their own private lounge area and internal spiral staircases. Rosselli’s restaurant Grain guarantees the best quality produce, infused with that unique Mediterranean flavour which makes your palate sing. A stay at the AX Rosselli Privilege also includes extras like an evening turndown service and in room spa treatments and make sure you visit the outdoor pool up on the roof while you enjoy looking out over the Valletta city skyline.

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Rosselli AX Privilege

Valletta, Malta, Europe

Grand Hotel Excelsior

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Amenities429 Rooms & Suites, Four International Restaurants, Spa, Fitness Centre, Outdoor Pool, Private Beach, Chauffeur Services, Spectacular Views Of The Harbour.

The epitome of 5-star opulence, The Grand Hotel Excelsior sits close to the City Gate entrance to Valletta on one side, and Marsamxett Harbour on the other. The hotel is decorated in a mix of classical and modern from its basic rooms, right up to its Grand, Royal and Presidential suites. Facilities are the most comprehensive of all the Island’s hotels. With two pools, a gym, spa, three restaurants, five bars, a private marina, extensive landscaped gardens, private beach, and views to die for, your stay will evoke memories to last a lifetime.

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Grand Hotel Excelsior

Valletta, Malta, Europe

Casa Ellul

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Amenities9 Unique Luxury Suites With Terraces, Fine Mediterranean Dining At Risette, Historic 19th-Century Setting, Prime Location In The Heart Of Valletta, Close To Cultural Attractions.

Sometimes less is more. This small, privately owned, deluxe boutique hotel with just nine suites, snuggles in the centre of bustling Valletta. Converted from an old 1800s townhouse, much of the building remains true to traditional Maltese architecture, while the suites are of contemporary design with the usual digital tech included. Although small, the hotel has a good restaurant, pleasant bar, and includes a spa. A great base for enjoying daytime exploration, and varied evening experiences wining and dining against the backdrop of historic Valletta.

Palazzo Consiglia

Hotel
At a glance
Amenities13 Uniquely Designed Luxury Rooms, Traditional Maltese Breakfast, Rooftop Terrace With A Plunge Pool, Wellness Facilities, Charming Townhouse Setting In The Heart Of Valletta.

Palazzo Consiglia is a traditional Maltese townhouse converted into a modern boutique hotel situated at the heart of Valletta in St Ursula Street, just a few meters away from St Rocco’s church. This 400-year-old townhouse retains the building’s original Maltese character, while it is brought up to date with modern comforts like its roof terrace plunge pool and cellar spa. Boutique in size at just 13 bedrooms, each room being individually decorated, including wooden floors, Persian style rugs and freestanding wardrobes and king sized beds.

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Palazzo Consiglia

Valletta, Malta, Europe

The Phoenicia Malta

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Amenities136 Elegantly Designed Rooms & Suites, Mediterranean Dining At Phoenix Restaurant, Deep Nature Spa, Fitness Centre, Infinity Pool With Garden Views, Historic Location At The Entrance Of Valletta Near Major Cultural Attractions.

The Phoenicia is one of Malta’s iconic hotels, located at the gates of Valletta, built by the British in the 1930’s the Phoenicia was a firm favourite with the Queen and is also a “Leading Hotels of The World” hotel. Its location at the city gate means it has enough space for a garden and outdoor pool and it is still just a short walk to all the main sites, restaurants and bars within the city wall. The hotel oozes 1930’s charm and its main Palm Court in the centre whisks you back to a bygone era. Rooms are fresh, with white cream and blue tones offset by plant patterned furniture. For casual dining head to The Bastion Pool Bar, while the stunning main dining room The Phoenix takes fine dining to the next level.

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The Phoenicia Malta

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