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Hotels in Valletta

Hotels in Valletta are a walking distance away from the venue.

Grand Hotel Excelsior  5* (Main)

The Grand Hotel Excelsior, a 5 star Hotel in Malta, is two minutes away from Valletta, Malta’s capital and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Sixteenth century fortifications embrace the Grand Hotel Excelsior and its olive gardens making it the only 5 star hotel in Malta nestled within historic architecture.

Exuding an overwhelming sense of style and grandeur, the Grand Hotel Excelsior offers 433 Rooms and Suites set over 10 floors, all elegantly appointed with exquisite comforts and all of the latest technological amenities, ensuring its status as Malta’s most prestigious address.

Within the Hotel there are 9 food and beverage outlets.

  • Single Deluxe Room   –  € 120
  • Double Deluxe Room – € 140
  • Half Double Deluxe Room  – € 70

The above accommodation prices are inclusive of bed&breakfast, all taxes and VAT.

Grand Hotel Excelsior is located in Valletta 1.0 km (approx. 20 min walking or 17-18 min with bus) away from the Venue -St. James Cavalier Centre for Creativity.

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Castille Hotel 3*

Please note: There are ongoing road works in front of the hotel, this may cause some inconvenience

The Castille Hotel is a superior category three-star hotel conveniently located in the heart of Malt a’s historic capital city, Valletta.

The hotel offers 38 charming rooms, furnished with period furniture and fittings to blend with the building’s architectural beauty to enjoy a pleasant and relaxing holiday in Malta.

Within the Hotel there are 2 food and beverage outlets.

  • Single Room – € 68
  • SingleRoom (Overlooking yard) – € 92
  • Twin Standard Room – € 115

The above accommodation prices are inclusive of bed&breakfast, all taxes and VAT.

The Castille Hotel is located in Valletta 180 meters (approx. 1-2 min walking) away from the Venue -St. James Cavalier Centre for Creativity.

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British Hotel Valetta 2*

The British is the longest established family run Hotel in Valletta. This hotel is located in the Capital city of Malta, Valletta and is located in one of the city’s quaint terraced streets. This unique two Star Hotel can boast breathtaking views of the Grand Harbour, one of the largest natural ports in Europe, which is also a hub in the centre of the Mediterranean.

The Hotel has 44 comfortably furnished guest-rooms situated on six stories mostly served by lift. Each guest-room has full en-suite facilities.

Within the Hotel there are 2 food and beverage outlets.

  • Twin Inland room for Single occupancy – € 65
  • Twin Inland room for Double occupancy – € 85
  • Twin Sea view room for Single occupancy – € 75
  • Twin Sea view room for Double occupancy – € 95

The above accommodation prices are inclusive of all taxes and VAT. Breakfast is at additional charge of EUR6.00 per person.

British Hotel is located in Valletta 400 meters (approx. 5-6 min walking) away from the Venue -St. James Cavalier Centre for Creativity.

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Luciano Valetta Boutique

Set in a historic building, Valletta Boutique is a design boutique, located in the heart of Malta’s capital city Valletta, adjacent to St. John’s Co- Cathedral. Luciano is a beautifully decorated historical Palazzo, surrounded by extraordinary beauty of churches, buildings and monuments which are unique to this city.

The Luciano Valetta Boutique offers 13 rooms, each with a different theme and unique decoration. Some rooms overlook the St. John’s Cathedral.

Within the Hotel there is 1 food and beverage outlet.

  • Single Indoor bedroom (window overlooks a small internal courtyard) – € 55
  • Economy / Double / Twin indoor bedroom (window overlooks an internal courtyard) – € 82
  • Double / Twin room with street view – € 105

The above accommodation prices are inclusive of bed&breakfast, all taxes and VAT.
Last check in for this property is at 22:30.

Luciano Valletta Boutique Accommodation is located in Valletta 400 meters (approx. 5-6 min walking) away from the Venue -St. James Cavalier Centre for Creativity.

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Luciano Al Porto Boutique

Set 150 meters from Valletta’s St. John’s Co-Cathedral and a 5-minute walk from the bus terminus, Luciano Al Porto Boutique offers panoramic views of the harbor. The surroundings of the property have numerous cafes and restaurants where you can try both local specialties and international dishes.

The Luciano Al Porto Boutique offers 13 air conditioned rooms.

  • Double bedroom with street view – € 90
  • Double bedroom with Grand Harbour view – € 115

The above accommodation prices are inclusive of bed&breakfast, all taxes and VAT.
Last check in for this property is at 22:30.

Luciano Al Porto Boutique Accommodation is located in Valletta 400 meters (approx. 5-6 min walking) away from the Venue -St. James Cavalier Centre for Creativity.

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Hotels in Sliema

Hotels in Sliema require 30 to 50 minutes to arrive to Valletta, depending on traffic.

Victoria Hotel  4*

The Victoria Hotel is a four star superior boutique hotel renowned for its luxurious blend of Victorian décor and gracious Mediterranean hospitality. Styled with an elegant flair, The Victoria Hotel offers all amenities one would expect from a four star hotel. Harmonizing the grace of the Victorian era and the elegance of contemporary design, the hotel is true to its name and its promise. Victoria Hotel is located in the heart of Sliema and is close to popular restaurants and night spots of the island.

Designed to meet the diverse accommodation needs of all guests residing at the hotel, the hotel offers 140 rooms with amenities and facilities expected from a superior four star boutique hotel in Malta.

Within the Hotel there are 3 food and beverage outlets.

  • Classic Balcony Room for Single Occupancy  –  € 110
  • Classic Balcony Room for Double Occupancy – € 120

The above accommodation prices are inclusive of bed&breakfast, all taxes and VAT.

The Victoria Hotel is located in Sliema 6.5 km (approx. 30-50 min with bus depending on traffic) away from the Venue -St. James Cavalier Centre for Creativity.

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Plaza Regency Hotels  3*

Located on Malta’s prestigious Sliema Promenade, the Plaza Hotels are made up of the Plaza Hotel & The Plaza Regency. These two blocks are connected by a bridge on the sixth floor, combining them to form a single establishment that is capable of offering sterling accommodation to suit a very wide spectrum of tastes, requirements and budgets.

The hotel offers 157 rooms pleasantly furnished and with en-suite bathrooms.

Within the Hotel there are 4 food and beverage outlets.

  • Standard Inland Single Room  –  € 70
  • Standard Inland Twin Room – € 80
  • Side Sea View Single Room  – € 84
  • Side Sea View Twin Room – € 90

The above accommodation prices are inclusive of bed&breakfast, all taxes and VAT.

Plaza Hotel is located in Sliema 7.1 km (approx. 40-50 min with bus depending on traffic) away from the Venue -St. James Cavalier Centre for Creativity.

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Plevna Hotel 3*

This charming traditional hotel is located in a quiet residential area in Sliema, yet is only a short 5 minute walk away from the lively Sliema centre with its shops, restaurants and cafes. A 200 metre stroll brings you to the seafront where a beautiful 3 km promenade leads all the way to St Julians which is the island’s nightlife centre. The capital city of Valletta is only a short bus ride or ferry ride away.

Hotel Plevna offers 100 Rooms. All the bedrooms are attractively decorated and comfortably furnished. Bedroom facilities include an ensuite bathroom, air conditioning, satellite TV, tea & coffee making facilities, mini fridge, hairdryer, direct dial telephone, room safe (at a charge) and WiFi (at a charge).

Within the Hotel there are 2 food and beverage outlets.

  • Single Room – € 74
  • Standard Twin Room (No balcony) – € 86
  • Standard Twin Room with inland view balcony –  € 92
  • Superior Twin Room – € 98

The above accommodation prices are inclusive of bed&breakfast, all taxes and VAT.

Plevna Hotel is located in Sliema 6.1 km (approx. 30-50 min with bus depending on traffic) away from the Venue -St. James Cavalier Centre for Creativity.

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