The high-end Barceló Fortina Malta occupies an enviable spot right along the Sliema waterfront. The property went through extensive renovations, and reopened in September this year with stylish public spaces, most of which have magnificent views over the UNESCO-listed old town of Valletta across the bay.

You can dip your toes in the heated indoor pool, or work out at the gym should you feel active. For serene times, book a massage or beauty treatment (fees apply) at the spa that has a sauna, experience showers, and a steam room. Just across the promenade, padded loungers surround the outdoor pool that is open year-round (weather permitting; not heated).

Leisurely days kick off with a generous breakfast served until 10:30am on weekdays, and until 11am on the weekends, so late risers can also enjoy the wide selection of hot and cold dishes as part of this package. The seaview bar offers liquors and cocktails from morning until late for an extra charge.

Your air-conditioned Superior room has a furnished private balcony with side views of the Mediterranean Sea. It measures approximately 35 square metres, and comes with tea- and coffee-making facilities. Wi-Fi is free throughout.

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This 5-star hotel occupies a central location right along the waterfront in Sliema, where “Malta’s cool crowd flock to eat, drink, shop, and party”, says Lonely Planet. The ferry terminal is a short stroll from the main entrance, with regular crossings across the bay to the capital, Valletta. Bus stops are also nearby, providing easy access to the rest of the island—the charming Baroque towns of Mdina and Rabat are an hour’s journey away by public transport.

With a coastline bathed in 300 days of sunshine a year, Malta is one of the mildest destinations in Europe during winter. Stay at a newly refurbished luxury hotel with shops, bars, and public transport on your doorstep. The archipelago offers a fascinating mix of lively marinas, pre-historic temples, and quaint Baroque towns, all within easy reach from this enviable central location along an inviting promenade.

Located on Sliema’s seaside promenade, with unbeatable views of Valletta, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1980, the Barceló Fortina Malta is characterised by its unique, elegant architecture as well as its panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea and the walled city, which was built by the Knights of St John. This emblematic hotel has been completely refurbished and transformed into a five-star hotel with 183 rooms, most of which have unobstructed views of both the sea and Valletta.

The hotel has an unbeatable location on Sliema’s south-facing seaside promenade, with magnificent unobstructed views across the sea to the beautiful architecture of the walled city of Valletta.

The hotel is also within walking distance of the ferry, which connects Sliema and Valletta: an iconic crossing that takes less than ten minutes.

• Next to the pedestrian area of The Point ShoppingMall

• 150 m from Fort Tigné

• 11 km from Malta International Airport

The Barceló Fortina Malta hotel has 183 rooms, most of which have unobstructed views of both the sea and Valletta.

Rooms are fully equipped with everything you need to ensure the utmost comfort during your stay.

ROOM DETAILS:

• WiFi

• Air conditioning

• 43 or 55” Smart TV

• Telephone

• Complete bathroom with bath or shower

• Terrace

• Minibar

• Safe

• Iron

• Coffee machine

• Bathroom amenities

The hotel offers its guests an elegant gastronomy area with a restaurant and a relaxing bar with spectacular sea views.

Guests have access to the Beach Club, which has an outdoor swimming pool and a solarium with sun loungers.

Hotel guests have access to the following facilities, which feature all modern luxury amenities. The Spa, with 510 sqm of space, will be equipped with all the latest amenities including but not limited to Sauna, Turkish Hammam, shock shower and a full range of available treatments.

There are 7 treatment rooms. A large indoor heated pool available and a world class state of the art gym.