Malta
Malta boasts 3,000 hours of sunshine a year, and who are we to doubt that. It’s not just the sun which attracts people year after year, but it’s interesting a varied history, on a small island in the middle of the Med.
In fact, Malta has over 7,000 years of history and is completely unique having been home to the Phoenicians, Romans, Knights of St John, Napoleon and the British Empire. There are hallmarks from all those eras stamped in modern-day Malta – noticeable on the public transport with the country adopting our unloved London bendy-busses.
It’s no surprise then, when it claims three UNESCO World Heritage sites on the island, the city of Valletta, the Hal-Saflieni Hypogeum and the seven magnificent Megalithic Temples. There’s great food, some lovely beaches and some fantastic hotels as well!
Essential Information
BEST TIME TO VISIT
SUMMER – Great for the beach!
WINTER – Warmer than much of the rest of the Med, its great for a short break in the winter months.
FLIGHT TIME
Around a 3 hour flight time from the UK
TIME ZONE
GMT/BST +1
CURRENCY
Euros
IDEAL FOR
One of the best places to dive in Europe, and great for those who love history with such an interesting past.
HOW TO GET THERE
There are two flights a day with Air Malta from Heathrow, and other services from the London area with British Airways, easyJet, Jet2 and Ryanair.
LANGUAGE
Maltese, although English is widely spoken.
IDEAL TO COMBINE WITH
Hop over on the ferry to the lovely island of Gozo, and maybe even stay in a Trullo house at the beautiful Ta Cenc hotel.
OUR FAVOURITE PLACES IN MALTA
Gozo
MDINA
VALLETTA
MELLIEHA
Our Favourite Hotels in Malta
Grand Excelsior, Valletta
The Grand Hotel Excelsior, a waterfront gem with harbour views, is a 10-minute walk from Valletta’s historic gates. A free shuttle service is available for city exploration. The hotel offers 433 rooms with balconies overlooking the 16th-century bastion walls, Marsamxett harbour, and Manoel Island. Classic and modern decor blends in the rooms. The ‘Admiral’s Landing’ serves international cuisine, while the ‘Harbour View Bar’ offers light dishes and cocktails. In spring and summer, alfresco dining is available at the ‘Yacht Club’ and ‘Tiki Bar & Restaurant’. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, an indoor pool, and a sea bathing platform. The ‘Le Grand Spa’ provides spa and beauty treatments.
Hotel Phoenecia, Valletta
The Phoenicia, a breathtaking hotel at Valletta’s entrance, offers a view of Marsamxetto Harbour. After a renovation, it reopened in 2017. Nearby, St. John’s Cathedral, Grand Master’s Palace, and War Museum await. With 136 elegantly furnished bedrooms, some have harbour views. The Phoenicia charmingly combines a colonial ambience with a Palm Court lounge, fine dining, brasserie, and veranda bar. Spa amenities include an indoor pool, sauna, steam room, salt room, and treatments. The nearby bus terminal offers frequent departures for island exploration, making it an ideal base.
Palazzo Consiglia, Valletta
Nestled in the heart of Valletta, this Palazzo boasts an ideal location. Just a six-minute stroll from the Manoel Theatre and St John’s Co-Cathedral, and a five-minute walk from the Lower Barrakka Gardens with its breathtaking Grand Harbour view, it’s an intimate boutique hotel. Many of its architectural features, including the stunning limestone façade, have been beautifully restored. Each of the 13 individually designed rooms features a tranquil Valletta-style courtyard perfect for breakfast or simply relaxing. The rooftop terrace offers a small swimming pool, sun deck, and panoramic skyline views. Plus, there’s a heated indoor plunge pool, steam room, and treatment room for ultimate pampering.
CALL US
We would be delighted to talk about your holiday arrangements over the phone. You can contact us between 8am and 10pm every day (outside of office hours may not be immediate).
01442 879787
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Our office is open 9:30am to 5pm Monday to Saturday (excluding Bank Holidays). If you wish to make an appointment, please either call or send a message, although it’s not compulsory.
