Grand Hotel Excelsior

Property class: 5 and above
Luxury beachfront hotel with spa, near Malta Experience

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Grand Hotel Excelsior offers a private beach and puts you near activities like scuba diving, snorkeling, and surfing/body boarding. The outdoor pool and indoor pool provide a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in hot stone massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy. Dining choices include 2 restaurants and the 2 bars/lounges are great places to grab a cold drink. A marina, a poolside bar, and a fitness center are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Marina
  • 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool and outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $319
$345 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18

Why we love this property

Private beach getaway
Sandy shores await at this hotel on a private beach. Experience thrilling water activities nearby, including sailing, snorkeling, and parasailing.
Business and leisure mix
Situated in a business district with city center access, this hotel boasts 14 meeting rooms and a full-service spa. Unwind with massages after work.
Culinary options galore
Savor meals at 2 restaurants and sip drinks at 2 bars. This hotel also offers a cafe for light bites and full breakfast to start the day right.

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a lamp, and a balcony with chairs.

Deluxe Room with Partial Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city through the window.

Deluxe Room with Full Sea View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Presidential Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, two bedside tables with lamps, a TV, and a view of the city through large windows.

Presidential Suite

  • 180 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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A spacious hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a view of the city through large windows.

Royal Suite

  • 150 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room with Full Sea View with Terrace

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

Deluxe Room with Full Sea View with Terrace

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Panoramic Seafront Room with Terrace

A hotel room with a balcony, a dining table, two chairs, a sofa, and two lamps.

Panoramic Seafront Room with Terrace

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Deluxe Inland Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a desk with a TV, and a window with curtains.

Superior Deluxe Inland Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Deluxe Room, Partial Sea View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Superior Deluxe Room, Partial Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Room (Pool Area)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Family Room (Pool Area)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Room Partial Sea View

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a lamp, and a balcony with chairs.

Family Room Partial Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Garden View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Presidential Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a balcony with a view.

Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a desk with a TV, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Room

A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a wooden cabinet, a desk with a chair, and a mirror on the wall.

Family Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room with Garden View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room with Garden View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Excelsior Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the city through a large window.

Excelsior Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Great Siege Road, Floriana, Malta

What's nearby

  • Grand Harbour - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • City Gate - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Valletta Waterfront - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Upper Barrakka Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks Reserve Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Teatre - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tribe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Club Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Balzunetta Gastropub - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel Excelsior

  • Grand Hotel Excelsior offers a private beach and puts you near activities like scuba diving, snorkeling, and surfing/body boarding. The outdoor pool and indoor pool provide a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in hot stone massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy. Dining choices include 2 restaurants and the 2 bars/lounges are great places to grab a cold drink. A marina, a poolside bar, and a fitness center are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 428 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • One child (11 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • Babysitting*

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite valet parking
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Shopping
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 14 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Marina
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Low-height counter/sink

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Spa

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

Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: EU Ecolabel. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: EUR 50 per accommodation, per day

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.50 per person, per night, up to 15 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 20.00 for adults and EUR 10.00 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 50 per vehicle (roundtrip)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

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.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Cashless transactions are available.

Property class

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

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

Does Grand Hotel Excelsior offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Grand Hotel Excelsior does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Grand Hotel Excelsior?

Yes, there's an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Grand Hotel Excelsior?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Grand Hotel Excelsior?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Grand Hotel Excelsior?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 50 per vehicle roundtrip.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Grand Hotel Excelsior?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Grand Hotel Excelsior?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Dragonara Casino (9-min drive) and Oracle Casino (17-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Grand Hotel Excelsior and nearby?

Have fun with activities like hiking, parasailing, and scuba diving, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy treatments at the spa and relax in the indoor and outdoor pools. Grand Hotel Excelsior also has 2 bars, a private beach, and a sauna, as well as a steam room and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Grand Hotel Excelsior?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.

What's the area around Grand Hotel Excelsior like?

Grand Hotel Excelsior is in the heart of Floriana, a short 19-minute walk from Malta Experience and 4 minutes' walk from Grand Harbour. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

Grand Hotel Excelsior Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently praised for its wide variety, quality, and excellent service. (137 reviews)
  • The pool area was a lovely spot with a great temperature, good selection of sunbeds, and a fair amount of shade. (126 reviews)
  • The hotel's restaurants served fantastic food, with a great selection and excellent service, including a wonderful breakfast and delicious Mediterranean-inspired dishes. (68 reviews)
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The location is spectacular. The staff are all so accommodating and kind. I had a lovely stay
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10/10 Exceptional

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Great hotel, fantastic facilities with a lovely breakfast! A real gem!
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8/10 Very good

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I loved the hotel . Great location , beds super comfy . Room had partial sea view and very spacious. Amazing views over the harbour. . Would definitely return !
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8/10 Very good

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