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The Phoenicia Malta

Valletta, Malta • Triton Fountain • SPLURGE

avg. $331 / night

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At a glance

A 1947 Valletta landmark in golden limestone with coffered dining interiors and a Grand Harbour-facing pool terrace.

Best for: Architecture enthusiasts visiting Malta's capital

Highlights:

  • 1947 Baroque-inflected limestone facade mirrors sixteenth-century bastions
  • Dining room with coffered plasterwork and geometric fanlight windows
  • Infinity pool terrace overlooking Grand Harbour with olive groves
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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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About

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

4,006 reviews

"Beautiful luxurious hotel set in beautiful surroundings. Very comfortable quiet rooms and hotel in general has everything for a very enjoyable stay. During our stay there was a concert taking place close to the hotel and when the balcony doors were closed there was no sound at all in the room. All the staff were friendly, helpful, civil and pleasant at all times. Pool area is excellent and walking through the beautiful gardens is another lovely experience. The hotel is only a short walk to main thoroughfare in Valletta. Have stayed here twice and will certainly return for a third visit."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jul 25, 2026

"Great location and immaculate Hotel. Staff were professional and well trained and welcoming. The Contessa and Palm Court Lounge were beautiful. Only issue was the room was a bit small for two people. Thank you to Concierge Mario and then Lee for their expertise and helpfulness. Thank you to Ruth on Reception and a lovely welcome by Joe."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jul 21, 2026

"Such a delight to share one of the leading hotels of the world with our group of food and wine focussed travellers on a Gourmet Safari in Malta. The Phoenicia is truly magnificent in its setting, its gardens, the infinity pool under the bastion and its stylish luxurious bedrooms but what stands out is the degree of excellence in service..each staff member genuinely welcoming us and making sure our experience was the best. We love that this is a family-owned establishment with a dedication to the traditions of the island - from the menus to the pillow gifts from Malta.. The Phoenicia is an absolute treasure. We look forward to bringing more Australian guests very soon."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jul 19, 2026

"One of the best luxury hotel in the world. Unique atmosphere, fantastic service helping you. Cleanliness, Garden and Food are simply fantastic. The ancient location, the old building itself, the harbour panorama view are stunning. Silent confortable rooms, the Bastion pool, the original Lounge, the Restaurant and the American Bar are an incredible experience. Sometimes we return there.....and we will again ! Thanks"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jul 18, 2026

"This was our first time in Malta and we chose The Phoenicia to celebrate my birthday and our anniversary. The location is superb to visit the amazing Valletta and Three Cities and with the transport hub virtually on the doorstep it is easy to get access to the rest of Malta. The hotel is one of the very best we have ever stayed in, from the minute you walk in you experience the luxury and magic this hotel offers. The decor of the hotel and rooms are so opulent yet homely and comfortable. Everything we experienced from the luxury bathroom products through to the exceptional food and drinks offerings were definitely value for money. All the staff from the housekeeping through to the restaurant , pool, bar, spa and management made our stay so very special nothing was to much trouble. We will definitely be back"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jul 16, 2026

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