The Phoenicia Malta

There are so many things we enjoyed; the architectural grandeur of the hotel, the almost implausible cleanliness of the place, the rambling gardens and the outdoor swimming pool that are absent from almost all of Valletta’s hotels, and the consistently impeccable service. Being able to take breakfast outside near the pool was a real joy too. Ultimately, though, it is the people that make the biggest difference to the experience, and here the Phoenicia is a triumph. One of the risks of staying in such a large hotel is that you can loose the sense of overt friendliness and intimacy that smaller establishments with only a handful of staff typically deliver. Our first time at the Phoenicia completely put paid to that notion, where we encountered nothing but warmth and easy-going affability and interesting conversations with all the staff we chatted with.

The Phoenicia really is exceptional. Excellent facilities including the outdoor infinity pool that runs alongside the old bastion wall, and the indoor pool and spa. Friendly and helpful staff. Excellent breakfast selection, lounge area, bar and restaurant. The hotel was extremely clean, with room service clearing our room twice a day. It's also in a brilliant location, just outside the city walls of Valetta, meaning we could easily walk into the city in the evening for meals, drinks and live music. The hotel also has a concierge able to assist with planning day trips and arranging anything you require. We've stayed here before, and will certainly do so again in future.

1-We loved this Hotel in every aspect, it was amazing from the beginning when they received us upon arrival and took our luggage, till we checked out and Mr. Redwan from the reception was there for farewell to the moment we drove away to the airport! 2- Upon our arrival There was a welcoming message in hand writing addressed to us with a gift from the hotel, it was a nice gesture. 3-Amazing staff, I honestly have experienced a lot of hotels all over the world, but to meet a staff such as in Phoenicia Hotel is something extraordinary, they keep smiling at us, greeting us, and special thanks in this regard goes to Mr. Redwan from the reception and Miss. Shan from Palm court. 4- The cleaning is unbelievable, spotless everywhere, imagine your room is being cleaned twice! They have night cleaning in addition to the morning cleaning, at night they simply knock the door and if you were in the room they ask you if you need night cleaning or anything in regard to the housekeeping, 5-They is a Flower base being replaced with fresh flowers vase every day, I did say this is an amazing hotel! 6-The location of the hotel is stunning in the heart of Valetta, few meters from the entrance you find yourself at the beautiful fountain, few steps and you are among the shops, restaurants, and coffee shops of the wonderful Valetta. 7- The view from the room was out of this world, we enjoyed the harbor view. 8- Amazing gardens on site, we enjoyed walking through the trees and flowers all the way to the swimming pool, and there we enjoyed our delicious drink. 9-The breakfast at contessa restaurant was a breathtaking when we sit at the terrace enjoying the morning breeze, though you need to come early to find a table in the terrace otherwise enjoy having your breakfast inside in a cosy ambiance. 10The restaurants were great, the contessa and the bar steak, we really enjoyed the most delicious steak in the bar steak restaurant.

Breakfast was very good. Also, the Beef Bar had an excellent choice of alternatives to beef, as I, Marilyn, don’t eat beef! But my husband, John, does and enjoyed a delicious piece of beef.

The hotel is situated in a perfect place, just in front the entrance to old city of Valletta. The view is very nice and you can enjoy each moment of your stay. Phoenicia has it own history and keeps the high class of hospitality performance.