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Grand Hotel Excelsior

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Private beach
Exterior
Poolside bar
Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, body treatments

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
The current price is AED 940
AED 1,010 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room with Partial Sea View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Partial sea view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room with Full Sea View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Deluxe Inland Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 33.1 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Panoramic Seafront Room with Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, Garden View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, Garden View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Deluxe Room, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Partial sea view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Room Partial Sea View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Partial sea view
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Royal Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Shower/tub combination
  • 150 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room with Full Sea View with Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sea view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Presidential Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Shower/tub combination
  • 180 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Family Room (Pool Area)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Great Siege Road, Floriana, Malta

What's nearby

  • Upper Barrakka Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sliema Ferry - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Valletta Waterfront - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Malta Experience - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

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 family-friendly hotel near Malta Experience
A marina, an airport shuttle, and a poolside bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Grand Hotel Excelsior. Indulge in a hot stone massage, a manicure/pedicure, and a body treatment at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to a terrace and shopping on site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool, with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • 14 meeting rooms, a porter/bellhop, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the pool, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 428 individually decorated rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, shower/tub combinations, and free toiletries
  • HDTVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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
  • Smoke-free property

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the 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

Does Grand Hotel Excelsior have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool.

Is Grand Hotel Excelsior pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Grand Hotel Excelsior?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Grand Hotel Excelsior?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Grand Hotel Excelsior?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Grand Hotel Excelsior provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of EUR 50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Grand Hotel Excelsior located?

Located in Floriana, this beachfront hotel is in the city center and within 1 mi (2 km) of Grand Harbour and Malta Experience. City Gate and Royal Opera House are also within 10 minutes.

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Grand Hotel Excelsior Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 562 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 291 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1005 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

Samantha

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

10/10 Excellent

Bhavesh

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

Magayna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historic hotel with wonderful staff and facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

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

10/10 Excellent

Mutiat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Grand Hotel Excelsior was a very nice place and the staff were very friendly and polite.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location and good staff
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely staff - could not do enough for us! Beautiful location and very luxurious but affordable hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

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

jonathan

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

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a beautiful location. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic experience! The hotel and property are outstanding and the staff was extremely accommodating. The courtesy shuttle and transportation assistance was outstanding!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phawan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Breakfast is wide choice buffet. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to most hot spots, staff attentive, food options amazing. Definitely try the buffet!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room dated.Food excellent staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in Malta
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good staff, great location, everything fine
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 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

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location and quality.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good sized rooms, friendly staff
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, breakfast, views. Only issue Do Not Disturb Notice, but cleaning service entered room anyway.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janusz

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good, quiet location, comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect in the off season.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025