Grand Hotel Excelsior
5 stars

Grand Hotel Excelsior

1810 Great Siege Road, Floriana Valletta, Valletta FRN 1810, Malta
Valletta, Malta
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$120
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8.5
Very good
based on 5621 reviews
5,621 reviews
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Overview

The Grand Hotel Excelsior is a 5-star Valletta hotel, located on the doorstep of the historic capital city, minutes from all of the culture, attractions, and historical architecture that the city is known for. The hotel provides stunning views of Manoel Island and Marsamxett Harbor and offers convenient access to all of the Maltese Islands. Guests can visit Grand Harbour, the Upper Barrakka Gardens, and the Merchant Street Market, which are all within walking distance of this beachfront hotel. Malta International Airport is about three miles from this luxury hotel, which offers free parking and 24-hour airport shuttle service.

The Grand Hotel Excelsior features 428 guest rooms and suites on a private beach with a marina and a full-service spa. The non-smoking property also has two restaurants and two on-site bars and lounges for guest enjoyment. There is an indoor pool and an outdoor pool and lounge area, as well as a children’s pool. The hotel offers a fitness center and a business center. Breakfast is available at the hotel for a fee. Complimentary WiFi is provided in all guest rooms and public areas of the property. The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

The guest rooms at this hotel include in-room climate control, a minibar, coffee and tea service, a separate sitting area, flat-screen TV with premium channels, a desk, and complimentary bottled water. A private bathroom is included, featuring modern amenities and designer toiletries. Hypoallergenic bedding is available and the spa can provide in-room massages. Select guest rooms feature sea views and private terraces.

8.5
Very good rating
Based on 5,621 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Grand Hotel Excelsior

  • Private beach
  • Snorkeling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area
  • Dining table

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Car rental
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safety deposit box

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Bicycle rental
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cycling
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Evening entertainment
  • Beauty salon
  • Windsurfing
  • Hiking

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

General

  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Pool view
  • Storage available
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Towels

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Massage
  • Sauna

Outdoor

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Private beach
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Accessibility and suitability

  • Hypoallergenic
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Pants press
  • Iron and ironing board

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Child pool

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Reviews of Grand Hotel Excelsior

8.5
Very good
5621 verified ratings
Wonderful
2876
Very good
1153
Good
790
Okay
342
Fair
242
Mediocre
110
Poor
108

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location, making it easy to explore Valletta. However, many reviews highlighted issues with cleanliness and service, including outdated facilities and unresponsive staff. Some guests had positive experiences with the pool and dining options, but overall, there were significant concerns about the condition of the rooms and the quality of service provided.
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Location9 out of 10
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7.1
Good
Anonymous, Nov 2017
Pros (+) Staff were all good, good facilities, although we didn't use them,
Cons (-) Expensive bar/food, but you would expect this. The steps to get to Valetta were a slog, nothing mentioned about this in the blog! Seemed as though only the really expensive rooms were given a window view for breakfast.
6.0
Okay
Anonymous, Jul 2016
Pros (+) Nice pool
Cons (-) They charge you every little thing such as business center without telling me that they have the charge for business center (right after I went to the business center to print my boarding pass they were trying to charge me for 5 euro plus paper) and they claimed that ice bucket was missing after we left hotel and flew back to New York. They charge us for that which we have never seen while we stay...
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6.0
Okay
Anonymous, Jul 2016
Pros (+) The hotel would have been fine - if it was a 3-star hotel. However, dinner at the Tiki Restaurant was fantastic.
Cons (-) The bed was terribly uncomfortable, and service was mediocre - we waited over 30 minutes for our drinks from the poolside service. The buffet breakfast was included in our room price, but it was one of the worst meals I've had in a long time. At the price, this is not a hotel i could recommend.
10
Wonderful
Edward, Apr 2016
Pros (+) We liked everything - room, food, swimming pool, service
10
Wonderful
susannah.lofstedt, Aug 2015
Pros (+) Fantastic pool area with restaurant and bars. Wonderful service throughout the holiday.

Location

1810 Great Siege Road, Floriana Valletta, Valletta FRN 1810

What's nearby

  • National Museum of Fine Arts407 yd
  • Malta5D438 yd
  • St James' Cavalier Centre for Creativity0.3 mi
  • National Museum of Archaeology0.3 mi
  • Auberge de Castille0.3 mi
  • St. John's Co-Cathedral0.4 mi
  • Upper Barrakka Gardens0.4 mi
  • Grand Harbour0.4 mi
  • Manoel Theatre0.4 mi
  • St Paul's Pro-Cathedral0.5 mi
  • Church of St. Paul the Shipwrecked0.5 mi
  • Casa Rocca Piccola0.6 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.
License number: H/0003

Essential information about Grand Hotel Excelsior

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February
May
$252
$280
Cheapest month to stay with an average 48% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 54% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Grand Hotel Excelsior

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Grand Hotel Excelsior, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and January.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Grand Hotel Excelsior, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Grand Hotel Excelsior was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $298, while the most expensive was $312.
  • How long should you stay at Grand Hotel Excelsior? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 5 days.
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FAQs when booking at Grand Hotel Excelsior

  • What exercise facilities does Grand Hotel Excelsior offer?

    If you're looking to keep up with your fitness routine while staying at the hotel, take advantage of the state-of-the-art fitness centre on the property. This gym offers a variety of cardiovascular equipment like treadmills, bikes and step machines, as well as weight-training machines and free weights.

  • What pampering services does the hotel provide?

    For a relaxing hotel experience, Grand Hotel Excelsior offers an array of pampering options including a sauna, steam room, and a hair salon if you need a haircut. You can indulge yourself at Le Grand Excelsior Spa with numerous body treatments applied after a massage protocol. These treatments include a 30-minute body exfoliation, a 90-minute chocolate body wrap, a detox wrap, a grape wrap and a coffee wrap. Other offerings at the hotel include a relaxation room and yoga classes, subject to availability.

  • What options do I have as a business traveller?

    Grand Hotel Excelsior offers all business guests access to a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet hall designed to accommodate any business and meeting needs.

  • What cleaning services doe the hotel provide?

    Over and above standard room cleaning services during your stay, the hotel also offers dry cleaning and laundry services for all guests at an additional cost per item.

  • What are my dining options at the hotel?

    Grand Hotel Excelsior prides itself on delivering some top-quality dining experiences through a range of on-site restaurants and bars offering a variety of options. You'll find standard Continental and British dishes, as well as spicy dishes from Asia and the West Indies. Spice Island is a stylish Maltese restaurant with an emphasis on grilling and using fresh ingredients. Spice Island offers salads and antipasto dishes, as well as a Sunday buffet. Admiral’s Landing is another option that comes with ocean views and a combination of dishes from all over with a Mediterranean twist. The Tiki Bar & Restaurant also comes with ocean views and serves a selection of grills, fresh fish and pasta dishes.

  • What are some of the unique amenities and services offered by the hotel?

    Some of the additional services and amenities offered by Grand Hotel include a babysitting service for children over 12 months, an on-call doctor, complimentary pressing, valet parking, limousine service, a gift shop, and private excursions.

  • Which rooms are suited for families?

    If you're travelling with your kids and want a room that accommodates everyone, consider booking a family room that comes with a king-size bed, two roll away beds, a desk and a spacious bathroom. You can choose between three types of family room: the classic family room comes with a view of the bastions, while the pool area family rooms come with all the same amenities and ease of access from the ground floor to the swimming pool area. The Sea View family rooms come with a 90-degree view of Marsamxett Harbour and Manoel Island.

  • Which room is suited to a single traveller?

    If you're travelling alone and looking for a comfortable and affordable room to rent at the Grand Hotel, consider booking one of the classic rooms. These rooms feature a king-size bed or two twin beds, as well as a sofa, a desk, free Wi-Fi and a deep soaking bathtub.

  • Where is Grand Hotel Excelsior located?

    Grand Hotel Excelsior is located at 1810 Great Siege Road, Floriana Valletta, 0.4 miles from the center of Valletta. National Museum of Fine Arts is the closest landmark to Grand Hotel Excelsior.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Grand Hotel Excelsior?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Grand Hotel Excelsior.

  • Does Grand Hotel Excelsior offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Grand Hotel Excelsior offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Grand Hotel Excelsior from the airport?

    Grand Hotel Excelsior is 3.5 miles from Luqa Malta Intl. Grand Hotel Excelsior is 75.9 miles from Comiso.

  • Does Grand Hotel Excelsior have a pool?

    Yes, Grand Hotel Excelsior has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Grand Hotel Excelsior hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Grand Hotel Excelsior in Valletta and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Grand Hotel Excelsior and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Grand Hotel Excelsior.

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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

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0.4 mi
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3.2 mi

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