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The Phoenicia Malta

Valletta, Malta • Triton Fountain • SPLURGE

avg. $331 / night

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Free breakfast

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PB hotel design editorial

Positioned just outside Valletta's City Gate, where the bastions of a sixteenth-century fortified capital meet the open sprawl of modern Malta, The Phoenicia Malta was conceived in the 1930s and completed in 1947 to a design by Trouton and Sie — a building whose gloden Maltese limestone facade and stepped Baroque-inflected silhouette make it almost indistinguishable from the ancient fortifications visible in the surrounding gardens. The hotel's 136 rooms spread across six floors, and the property carries the unhurried authority of a building that has always understood its position: within the walls but commanding them, looking across the Grand Harbour toward Msida and Sliema without apology. A major restoration returned the interiors to confident form, layering two distinct registers across the guest rooms — one running to cobalt blue lacquered desks, chevron-patterned dhurrie rugs, and blue upholstered headboards against white plaster walls; another deploying sage-green arched headboards with olive-base frames and Verner Panton-adjacent globe pendants against textured cream wallcovering. The dining room is the building's most eloquent interior space: deeply coffered white plasterwork, arched fanlight windows glazed with geometric tracery, blue leather banquettes anchored beneath Delft-blue damask wall panels, and dark walnut parquet floors. On the pool terrace, mature olive trees planted among limestone-paved sundecks frame an infinity edge that dissolves into the harbour below — the geometry of the bastions still present in the cut-stone sentry box standing at the terrace's edge.

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The Phoenicia Malta is the only Leading Hotel of the World in Malta. Located at the doorstep of Valletta the hotel is the perfect destination to experience all that the Maltese Islands have to offer. This iconic 1920s-style hotel is set on 7 acres of pristine gardens which lead to the beautiful Bastion Pool set against the majestic Bastions with the infinity pool overlooking the Marsamxett Harbour. The Hotel has 132 rooms & Suites, award winning restaurant with its Terrace the perfect place to sit & relax overlooking the hotel’s gardens, the Palm Court Lounge which is the perfect meeting place for a light refreshment or a delicious Afternoon Tea which is a must for everyone. The Phoenicia Spa & Wellness offers a range of rejuvenating treatments & a perfect place to unwind with its indoor heated pool, sauna, steam room & fitness centre. With a team of dedicated people whose goal is to ensure expectations are surpassed the Phoenicia Malta experience is one that will not disappoint.

Amenities

Pets Allowed

Spa

Indoor Pool

Bathrobes

English

Pool with View

Taxi Service

Free Parking

Room service

Restaurant

The Phoenicia Malta Reviews

3,957 reviews

"We arrived at the Phoenicia on the 30/12/25 and we were greated by Neville at the front desk : who has a special talent in greeting guests he is an assset to the hotel. From the moment we arrived until we left after 8 nights every member of staff were brilliant and made our stay perfect. Our thanks also go to Shirley and , Jovana who worked tirelessly in the background fine tuning our stay and perfecting everything for us so we could just enjoy every moment. We eat in the contessa restaurant for all of our meals not only was the food perfect for us the staff were too. We were served to most of our meals by highly skilled man named Quan who looked after us for most nights and he was so helpful. We travel all over the world so we know what good looks like and this hotel is second to none. We are going back to explore Malta again in August for 14 nights and because of the fantastic hotel , staff and service we are staying at the Phoenicia again. Thank you to everyone at the hotel again for looking after us so well we truly appreciate your hard work Steve and Jayne Daly"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Apr 18, 2026

"A wonderful high quality hotel in Valletta. Lovely ambience & rooms, attentive friendly and knowledgeable staff, fine restaurant and great food. Recommended"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Apr 18, 2026

"Outstanding location just outside the old city walls, within easy walking distance of interesting historic sites, bars and restaurants. The hotel gardens are extensive, beautifully maintained, providing a restful and relaxing haven with superb views over the harbour. The infinity pool is stunning and the Bastion Bar/Restaurant offers a delicious choice of food and refreshments. Moving inside, the interior is immaculate and impressive but also, a welcoming, and cosy space, enhanced by the professionalism and friendliness of all staff members. We had a newly appointed standard bedroom, a decent size and very comfortable. We were given a free bottle of Prosecco, and all water and soft drinks were complimentary for the duration of our stay. Also, I enjoyed using the Aqua di Parma toiletries and the Dyson hairdryer and hair styler! The SPA is beautiful and the Spa Manager took time to give me a personal tour of the excellent facilities, including a decent sized indoor swimming pool, running alongside a newly found ancient city wall, discovered when excavating the site. The gym is well equipped, although I did not use it. In summary, this is an excellent hotel with a lovely atmosphere, helped by the warm welcoming staff. We look forward to returning soon."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Apr 12, 2026

"For me, the top hotel in Valletta. Standards are high and the staff are all very efficient and friendly. Great location just by the city gates. Can’t fault it!"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Apr 11, 2026

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