Grand Hotel Excelsior, Floriana

Grand Hotel Excelsior has a private sandy beach exclusive to hotel guests, the only sandy beach in Valletta. The hotel's in-house marina accommodates 30 berths and hosts Malta's Annual Boat Show. Two swimming pools, a large outdoor pool and an indoor pool, are set within landscaped gardens and offer sea views.

The hotel offers 433 rooms and suites spread over 10 floors, with most rooms having a private balcony or terrace. Rooms combine classic wooden furniture with air conditioning and an LCD TV with satellite channels. Many rooms overlook Marsamxett Harbour and Manoel Island.

Three restaurants and five bars serve international cuisine, including seafood, vegetarian, and Maltese options. Themed cultural nights at the Harbourview Restaurant feature Indian, Asian, and Maltese buffets. The poolside bar offers panoramic views of Marsamxett Harbour.

The on-site spa provides body treatments, facials, massages, and manicure and pedicure services. A fitness centre with gym equipment, a sauna, and a steam room are available for guest use. Spa packages and a relaxation lounge complete the wellness facilities.

The hotel is located 500 metres from Valletta's main bus terminus, a short walk to the city gate. A complimentary shuttle operates twice daily at 10:00 and 18:00 to Valletta city centre. Free underground parking is available, and the hotel offers currency exchange and a tour desk.

Private Beach: Valletta's only private sandy beach exclusive to hotel guests

Marina: In-house yacht marina with 30 berths and Malta's Annual Boat Show

Rooms: 433 rooms and suites across 10 floors with harbour views

Dining: 3 restaurants and 5 bars with themed cultural nights

Wellness: On-site spa, fitness centre, sauna, and steam room

Location: 500 metres from Valletta city gate with complimentary shuttle