Sovereign logo
COVID-19 Refund Guarantee | Exclusive £100 off every website booking*
Exclusive £100 off website bookings*

The Grand Hotel Excelsior

Malta, Valletta

Spa
Good for Couples
  1. Home
  2. Luxury Holiday Destinations
  3. Malta
  4. Valletta
  5. The Grand Hotel Excelsior

  • A fabulous five star hotel on the edge of UNESCO World Heritage listed Valletta
  • Suitable for couples, families and solo travellers 
  • Three onsite restaurants and two bars – each with harbour views
  • A spa and fully equipped gym

The Grand Hotel Excelsior is situated a stone’s throw from Valletta, Malta’s quirky capital. The beautifully appointed rooms feature views across Marsamxett Harbour to Fort Manoel, the soaring citadel built by the mysterious Catholic Order of Saint John. Three excellent restaurants are located onsite, each serving up fine meals in light and airy surroundings. For drinks you can choose from the Tiki Village and Blue Ocean Bar, offering fine cocktails in a brilliantly kitsch setting, and the elegant Harbour View.

This is the only hotel in Valletta with its own private beach, where you can dip your toes in the harbour or enjoy a swim in the warm waters. Back on the loungers you can watch the boats sail in to the private marina. Round off the afternoon at the onsite spa and gym, for a steam, massage or energising workout.

Facilities

Bars & Restaurants

Harbour View


Classically styled Harbour View is found in the hotel’s grand lobby. Comfortable armchairs and all-enveloping sofas are arranged around the large windows which provide views across to Valletta. This is the place to come for your morning coffee or evening Mai Tai.

Open: 12:00 - 23:00.

Admirals Landing

An elegant restaurant serving à la carte Mediterranean cuisine with beautiful Marsamxett harbour providing the backdrop. The emphasis is on fine local ingredients. 

Open: 12:00 - 16:00 and 18:30 - 22:00.

Spice Island

A charming fourth floor restaurant that’s open for breakfast throughout the week. On Sundays there’s an excellent buffet. 

Open: 06:30 - 10:30 Monday to Sunday and 13:00 - 15:00 Sunday.

Tiki Village and Blue Ocean Bar

Tiki Village and Blue Ocean Bar is a fabulously kitsch venue located on the harbour’s edge. With its unique Hawaiian styling it’s sure to put you in a holiday mood. The food menu includes salad and freshly grilled fish. 

Open: 11:00 - 00:00.

Please note, this bar is closed until summer 2019.

Beach & Pools

Swimming Pools


The hotel’s swimming pool is located on the harbourside. It’s the perfect place for a few morning lengths.

Private Beach


The Excelsior boasts the only private beach in Valletta. Loungers and umbrellas are available to relax beside the water.

Spa & Wellness

Le Grand Spa

Le Grand Spa features nine rooms, with a wide range of treatments on offer. A steam room and Jacuzzi are available - as is a top of the line gym. 

Open: 07:00 - 21:00.

About the location
The Grand Hotel Excelsior is situated right on the doorstep of Valletta, facing out over Marsamxett harbour. It’s just a short walk from the heart of the city, where you can wander through the baroque streets, which have been unchanged since the city was founded by crusaders in the 1500s. 

Around the hotel are some fine lookout points and places to relax, including the Msida Bastion Historic Garden and the Argotti Botanic Gardens. The hotel’s location on the harbour allows for stunning views across the bay. As it’s outside the city’s main grid, travel to other locations around Malta is a breeze.
Transfer time
The Grand Hotel Excelsior is a 15 minute drive from Malta International Airport.
Room image
Deluxe Room Inland View

Max 2 Adults, 1 Child

Deluxe Rooms with Inland View are located on the 1st - 6th floor and feature king or twin beds and a spacious balcony.

Facilities
Air conditioning
Balcony / terrace
Bath
Between 31m and 44m
English speaking channels
Free WiFi
Hairdryer
Minibar
Room Service
Safe
Satellite / Cable TV
Shower over bath
TV
Tea and coffee facilities
WiFi
Room image
Deluxe Room Sea Front

Max 2 Adults, 1 Child

Deluxe Seafront Rooms measure approximately 38m² and offer a 180 degree view of the Marsamxett Harbour, Manoel Island and the private yacht marina.

Facilities
Room image
Deluxe Room Sea View

Max 2 Adults, 1 Child

Deluxe Rooms with Sea View are located on the 1st - 6th floor and feature king or twin beds and a spacious balcony which overlooks Marsamxett Harbour and Manoel Island

Facilities
Room image
Deluxe Sea Front With Terrace

Max 2 Adults, 1 Child

Deluxe Seafront Rooms measure approximately 38m² and offer a 180 degree view of the Marsamxett Harbour, Manoel Island and the private yacht marina which can be enjoyed from the spacious terrace rather than a balcony.

Facilities
119345-Superior-Deluxe-Inland-View-Hybris
Superior Deluxe Inland

Max 2 Adults, 1 Child

Superior Deluxe Inland View measure approximately 33 - 38m² and are located on 8th - 10th floor, featuring one king or two twin beds and a balcony with a view over the hotel plaza and the city of Valletta.

Facilities
119345-Superior-Deluxe-Inland-Hybris
Superior Deluxe Sea View

Max 2 Adults, 1 Child

Superior Deluxe Sea View measure approximately 33 - 38m² and are located on 8th - 10th floor, featuring one king or two twin beds and a balcony with a view over the hotel plaza and the city of Valletta.

Facilities
Tripadvisor logo
Tripadvisor rating Based on 5478 traveller reviews
Thumb image 81% of travellers recommended this hotel
Travellers Ratings
Excellent
Rating image   2521
Very Good
Rating image   1824
Average
Rating image   765
Poor
Rating image   238
Terrible
Rating image   130
What to expect
Location
Tripadvisor rating
Sleep Quality
Tripadvisor rating
Rooms
Tripadvisor rating
Service
Tripadvisor rating
Value
Tripadvisor rating
Cleanliness
Tripadvisor rating
Reviews
“ Lovely but ???
CambridgeShoequeen, cambridge
Tripadvisor review May 13 2022
We have just returned from a week???s stay at the Excelsior which we very much enjoyed. The standouts for us are the staff and the food. The reception staff are polite, helpful and charming and set...
View full review
“ Enjoyed my stay
LWB888, London, United Kingdom
Tripadvisor review May 10 2022
The hotel is right next to the sea but I got a garden view as I will be out most of the time. Service at the hotel is quite good. The facilities are a bit old but still junction well. My room is...
View full review
View more reviews
Call to book this hotel
Our Trusted Advisers can book this holiday for you. You can get in touch by calling
01293 762400
Call to book this hotel
01293 762400
Feefo review image

What our guests think

We've been finding people their own slice of paradise for 50 years, and like to think we're pretty good at it. 
Don't just take our word for it, though - see what our guests have said about their Sovereign experience..

Read guests reviews...