Grand Hotel Excelsior

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
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Private beach
Marina
Exterior
Sundeck
2 restaurants, breakfast served

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar

Explore the area

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Great Siege Road, Floriana, Malta
  • Sliema Ferry
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Malta Experience
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬
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Room options

Deluxe Room with Partial Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room with Full Sea View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Deluxe Inland Room

  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Panoramic Seafront Room with Terrace

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Deluxe Room, Partial Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Family Room Partial Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 605 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Royal Suite

  • 1615 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

Deluxe Room with Full Sea View with Terrace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Presidential Suite

  • 1938 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

Family Room (Pool Area)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 605 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Floriana

Located within a 5-minute walk of Grand Harbour, Grand Hotel Excelsior is within a 15-minute stroll of City Gate. This 428-room, 5-star hotel has a private beach, a marina, and a full-service spa.

What's nearby

  • Sliema Ferry - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Upper Barrakka Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Malta Experience - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Fort St. Elmo - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tribe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks Reserve Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Teatre - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Club Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel Excelsior

Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Grand Hotel Excelsior features a private beach, a marina, and a full-service spa. Free valet and self parking are available, or if you're not driving, take the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 50 per vehicle roundtrip. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and concierge services. Other amenities at this beach hotel include an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, slippers, and bathrobes. Other standard amenities include minibars, coffee makers, and laptop-compatible safes.
A private beach and a marina are featured at the hotel. An indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 9 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 20 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 14 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 9 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 10 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from February 26 2025 to July 7 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior

Guests will have access to the following alternate facilities during the renovation:

  • Outdoor pool

During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: EUR 50 per accommodation, per day
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 0.50 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 20.00 for adults and EUR 10.00 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per vehicle (roundtrip)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Malta. This property is rated 5 stars.

Property is also known as

Excelsior Grand Hotel
Grand Excelsior Floriana
Grand Excelsior Hotel
Grand Hotel Excelsior
Grand Hotel Excelsior Floriana
Hotel Excelsior Grand
Hotel Grand Excelsior

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Grand Hotel Excelsior?

Grand Hotel Excelsior provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Hotel Excelsior?

As of Jul 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Hotel Excelsior on Jul 17, 2025 start from $278.75, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see within easy reach of Grand Hotel Excelsior?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the hotel's walkable location in Floriana, and it's within a 10-minute walk of Grand Harbour, City Gate, and Royal Opera House. You'll also find Malta Experience and Sliema Promenade within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Grand Hotel Excelsior?

Yes, valet parking and self parking are offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa available at Grand Hotel Excelsior?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include Swedish massages, hot stone massages, detox wraps, and aromatherapy.

Does Grand Hotel Excelsior include a casino at the property?

No, Grand Hotel Excelsior doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Grand Hotel Excelsior?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Grand Hotel Excelsior?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including in-room massages as well as a private beach and an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Grand Hotel Excelsior?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this hotel.

Does Grand Hotel Excelsior have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Grand Hotel Excelsior has 2 restaurants, and serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Grand Hotel Excelsior allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Grand Hotel Excelsior.

Are there connecting rooms at Grand Hotel Excelsior?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Grand Hotel Excelsior?

The closest major airport to Grand Hotel Excelsior is Malta Intl. Airport (MLA), which is 5.2 mi away (29 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Grand Hotel Excelsior?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony or a terrace where guests can enjoy sea or garden views.

Does Grand Hotel Excelsior host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Grand Hotel Excelsior.

Grand Hotel Excelsior Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 564 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1002 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Magayna

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved it. Greta location. Very fancy. Free shuttle.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Close to city. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bhavesh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is one of the best I have stayed at. The highlight is the people who work there which makes the stay a pleasant one. We had a great time at the hotel and would visit again in near future. The staff there go reason it if their way to make your stay a delightful experience
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Starrette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms look like they could use updating. The style looked old and worn to me. The breakfast buffet had many options. The crepe omelet was awesome. Tamara at the business center was incredibly helpful and kind. Sephora at reception took the time to give us many suggestions for hiking. She was spot on!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ronalds

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely welcome. Staff were very hospitable at all levels. In house dining superior. Tourism advice excellent. Shuttles into Valetta superb.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rupert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Grand Hotel Excelsior

ideal for over night stay before flight home
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Generally the hotel service and facilities were very good. The room was spacious and well appointed. The breakfast was abundant and varied with good quality. The hotel staff were kind and helpful in general. There were a few areas where the service or facilities were not consistently good and require attention.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just returned from a 4 night stay in this hotel. What a beautiful hotel. I would say it is ideally suited to over 50s, superb rooms with everything you could wish for. Sea views, fantastic breakfast and evening meals. There is a buffet evening meal or a la carte or bar snacks. Complimentary taxi from the hotel into Valetta town near the bus station. Its a short walk but it is up a hill, so its great and runs every 20 mins. no need to book it. The staff are fantastic. the rooms are cleaned and beds changed every 2 days, turn down service in the evenings with complimentary chocolates left on your bed side table. towels given for the pool areas. Fantastic indoor pool with hot tub and very grand outdoor pool with amazing views. Cannot rate this hotel high enough. Book bed and breakfast and you can decide which evening meal you require and book at the reception for the evening. food in the bar area in the evening is great to. We had 2 evening meals in the admirals lounge buffet style. The international evening on a Monday was the best. Maltese buffet on the Wednesday wasnt as much to our liking, but well worth the money. We had an evening meal in the bar area one night excellent food, and 1 night out at the famous 33 steps taxi there and back 5 euros each way. Fantastic food and atmosphere. We will definitely return to this hotel, dont stay anywhere else you are guaranteed to love this place as much as we did.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great experience

Good hotel. Great location for buses. Excellent breakfast. Eco environment needs improving.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Traveled with partner
A good hotel within a short walk of Valetta or a 2 minute ride on the shuttle bus (no charge).
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

MANOJ

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice bright public areas though the bedrooms are clearly in need of some updating and the hotel’s definition of a deluxe suite is a bit ambitious. The full sea view was simply a narrow view of the harbour. Not worth the extra cost. Go for a side sea view on the pool side for a better vista. Had specifically requested a high floor room in advance of arrival but was given a room on the first floor, one above the ground even though there are 10 floors. Disappointing. Bar area packed with no seating or tables available. Nearly 100 steps out to the street or a very steep slope. Despite the downsides, place is comfortable, good choice for breakfast, very convenient for Valetta
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prabhjot

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved Malta stay at Grand Hotel Excelsior. The moment we walked in we were greeted by friendly staff and welcome drink. Raj Kumar was very friendly and helpful from front desk. He guided us on taking the Gozo day trip on our own. Excellent customer service by Raj and all others at the hotel. Reading some negative reviews on the hotel I was bit hesitant on booking, but the hotel exceeded our expectations. Hotel is walkable to the main center of Valleta. Rooms were spacious with daily housekeeping. We enjoyed our stay three days stay with Excelsior. Breakfast was good with ample choices. We would certainly stay here on our next Malta trip. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent including front deal, restaurant, concierge and tour desk. Provided valuable assistance and advice. They recommended a superb restaurant for dinner one night (?Remplia) and we booked a private tour one day that took us around with a great local Driver/guide. The public areas inside the hotel are spacious and “grand”. The rooms are comfortable but dated- worn carpet and awful looking bedspreads…. But removing the bedspread revealed a bright white duvet, so we left that exposed. The exterior looks a bit worn too. One area is under renovation. Indoor pool was warm and quite large, and we used it several times. Best part that makes this excellent value, and that would lead us to stay here again, is the location. Just a few minutes walk to the Valletta city gates. We walked up there most days. Overall a very satisfying stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025