Overlooking the marina, Grand Hotel Excelsior offers a tranquil retreat by the sea. Unwind with aromatherapy or a hot stone massage at the onsite spa, indulge in meals at one of two restaurants, and enjoy poolside loungers and umbrellas. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff and ideal location.
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Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Bar
Airport transfer
Free parking
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
On a private beach
Marina
2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
Full-service spa
Indoor pool and outdoor pool
Breakfast available
Fitness centre
Sauna
Steam room
Children's pool
Pool bar
For families (6)
Children stay free
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's pool
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
The current price is S$198
S$198
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Room options
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Deluxe Room, Partial Sea View
Highlights
Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
33 sq m
Partial sea view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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Deluxe Room with Full Sea View
Highlights
Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
33 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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Superior Deluxe Inland Room
Highlights
Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
33.1 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Panoramic Seafront Room with Terrace
Highlights
Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
38 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Family Room, Garden View
Highlights
Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
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Deluxe Room, Garden View
Highlights
Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
33 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
View all photos for Superior Deluxe Room, Partial Sea View
Superior Deluxe Room, Partial Sea View
Highlights
Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
33 sq m
Partial sea view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
View all photos for Family Room Partial Sea View
Family Room Partial Sea View
Highlights
Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
56 sq m
Partial sea view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View
Highlights
Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
33 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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Royal Suite
Highlights
Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
150 sq m
Sleeps 5
2 King Beds
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Grand Hotel Excelsior offers a private beach and puts you near activities such as scuba-diving, snorkelling and surfing/body boarding. The outdoor pool and indoor pool provide a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in hot stone massages, body wraps and aromatherapy. Dining choices include 2 restaurants, and the 2 bars/lounges are great places to grab a cold drink. A marina, a poolside bar and a fitness centre are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
428 rooms
Arranged over 10 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
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
Required at check-in
Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
One child (11 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Babysitting*
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site valet parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
2 restaurants
2 bars/lounges
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Children's pool
Babysitting (surcharge)
What to do
On a private beach
Shopping
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Parasailing nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Scooter/moped hire nearby
Working away
Business centre
14 meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
On-site car hire
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fitness centre
An outdoor pool
An indoor pool
Full-service spa
Marina
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Banquet hall
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Lift
Low-height worktop and sink
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes and slippers
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Balcony
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Shower/bath combination
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Special features
Spa
The on-site spa has 9 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.
Awards and affiliations
The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: EUR 50 per accommodation, per day
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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.
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 20.00 for adults and EUR 10.00 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 50 per vehicle (return)
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Grand Hotel Excelsior does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Grand Hotel Excelsior?
Yes, there's an indoor pool, an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Grand Hotel Excelsior?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Grand Hotel Excelsior?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Grand Hotel Excelsior?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 50 per vehicle return.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Grand Hotel Excelsior?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Grand Hotel Excelsior?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Dragonara Casino (9-min drive) and Oracle Casino (17-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Grand Hotel Excelsior and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as hiking, parasailing and scuba-diving, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy treatments at the spa and relax in the indoor and outdoor pools. Grand Hotel Excelsior also has 2 bars, a private beach and a sauna, as well as a steam room and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Grand Hotel Excelsior?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants.
Does Grand Hotel Excelsior have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Grand Hotel Excelsior like?
Grand Hotel Excelsior is in the heart of Floriana, a short 13-minute walk from St. Johns Co - Cathedral and 19 minutes' walk from Malta Experience. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Grand Hotel Excelsior Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
17 February 2025
Great staff
david
david, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 November 2024
Good, quiet location, comfortable stay
Janusz
Janusz, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 November 2024
Wonderful hotel and staff.
George W
George W, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
20 February 2025
City Centre
Rather dark corridors and dated appearance. Luxurious space and good location to walk (uphill) to Valetta but that was it. Other 5 star hotels offer nicer surroundings and better breakfasts. Reasonable rates make it a cheaper alternative to Phoenicia a short distance away.
emyr
emyr, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 December 2024
A wonderful stay at the Grand Hotel Excelsior
We have been several times to this hotel and, as always, we were not disappointed. The staff is as courteous as always, the room is large, airy, and super clean, and the breakfast really good....in short, it was a perfect stay which made our Christmas even better.
Michael
Michael, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 October 2024
A wonderful location and great hotel
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 December 2024
Excellent value for money.
Excellent location, friendly staff and good value for money. In its heyday this must have been a great hotel, but it is now a little tired and in need of a facelift. I would stay here again.
Pauline
Pauline, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 November 2024
Beautiful views and amenities within the facilities with a private beach, pool, and spa.
Diana Lourdes
Diana Lourdes, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 August 2024
Loved our stay
Jacqueline Anne
Jacqueline Anne, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 November 2024
Position, Beach, Swimming pool, are perfect.
Marco
Marco, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 November 2024
Incredible location and very comfortable luxury. Staff are superb and breakfast is outstanding. Valletta is a,axing but staying in Excelsior really makes the most of any holiday there
gavin
gavin, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 October 2024
Beautiful Hotel, Terrific Service, close to marvelous shopping and dining. Lots to do and see.
Andy
Andy, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 September 2024
Views over the bay Breakfast was plentiful Pool area was nice with plenty of sun beds and clean towels .
Linda
Linda, 10-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 October 2024
Great location 10 minutes me max from Valetta central , typical all inclusive 4* food , staff v. Friendly … clean.
Nicholas Charles
Nicholas Charles, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 September 2024
Love the location, so beautiful and nice view from the room
DANIELA
DANIELA, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 July 2024
Great hotel, great position easy walk into town.
Kevin
Kevin, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 September 2024
Great location 15 minute walk to city center with restaurants, attractions anc shopping.
Robert
Robert, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 September 2024
Clean beautiful and friendly staff
Perry
Perry, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 October 2024
A really nice place to stay. Right in valetta so it’s easy to walk around old town and go back to the hotel. Lovely views
Sandesh
Sandesh, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 July 2024
Wonderful hotel and staff
Beautiful hotel, our family room was great, pools, bars and breakfast were wonderful. Staff were so helpful and kind, loved our stay.
Jane
Jane, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 October 2024
Beautiful hotel walkable to Valetta. Staff was helpful and friendly. Rooms were very comfortable and clean. The bar area was large but cozy for cocktails, conversation or playing a game.
Perry
Perry, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 September 2024
Superb hotel in every way, cannot fault the staff or service received.
Jane
Jane, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 October 2024
What a great hotel within walking distance of Valletta. The large pool was amazing and also lovely and peaceful. The decor isn’t modern but everywhere was well kept and clean. The hotel has an old school charm and the staff were very attentive.
Diane
Diane, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 October 2024
Second time at this hotel
David
David, 11-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 August 2024
Impecable service, great location and incredible experience