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So I booked the hotel thinking it was a pretty good price for a 5* hotel.
But the thing is - this not a 5* hotel. It is more like a 3* hotel.
Very old, very outdated - nothing in this hotel is at the 4 or 5* level.
Rooms are spacious, location is good, and that’s about it.
They take money from your credit card / 50€ per night - as a deposit, and it’s beek 3 weeks since my trip, they still haven’t released the money back to my card.
I booked a breakfast as well, it was diverse, but food quality very mediocre.
On our last day we were living early for the airport, and asked for Breakfast boxes, which they said we have to pay for - but they said there will be a smaller breakfast spread from 4am in the lobby. What was placed on the spread was low key embarrassing.
Tea and coffee and some small pastries. I asked for some fruit - they said NO. I asked for a paper bag to grab few pastries for a takeaway, they said NO.
It was a very very disappointing experience for a hotel that sells itself as a premium 5* hotel.
You can find much much better in Malta for that price.
Joseph Sant
The buffet at Admiral's Landing in Excelsior Hotel is outstanding! A wide variety of fresh, delicious dishes, beautifully presented and constantly replenished. The live cooking stations are a great touch, and the desserts are irresistible. Staff are friendly and attentive, making the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. I can easily say it's one of the best buffets ever. Highly recommended for anyone looking for quality, variety, and great service!
Tim Schleimer
Grand Hotel Excelsior delivers exactly the kind of stay where small imperfections fade behind a genuinely comfortable experience. Yes, the hotel shows its age in a few corners, but it’s the kind of “older grand hotel” charm rather than neglect. Everything was consistently clean, well maintained, and welcoming, which set a positive tone from the start.
The room was a standout. It was impressively spacious and the bed was genuinely comfortable, making it easy to unwind after long days out. That sense of space and comfort really elevated the stay.
The spa area added another layer of relaxation. The gym, much like the rest of the hotel, is on the older side. Some equipment wasn’t functional, but the overall size of the space made up for it. There was enough room and variety to still get a decent workout in, so it didn’t feel like a drawback worth deducting a star for.
Overall, Grand Hotel Excelsior Malta offers a warm, comfortable, and satisfying stay—especially if you value spacious rooms, cleanliness, and a touch of classic hotel character.
Emelia Langworth
This waterfront hotel offers spacious rooms and beautiful harbor views that make the stay feel open and relaxing. The pool area is well maintained and the short walk to the historic center is very convenient for exploring the city.
Lorna McLellan
We read so many mixed reviews on this Hotel on the Jet2 app.
We had a wonderful stay at this Hotel and were not disappointed with anything ,Every member of staff was 1st class, were so welcoming and friendly ,The food was 1st class,The Hotel was spotless and the rooms were huge ,Yes the hotel is not ultra modern but the style of the Hotel is in keeping with the area ,Modern would not be right, We had robes and slippers in the room and water,Fabulous choice at the Buffet.
There was a courtesy Mini bus from the Hotel up the to Valetta every half hour and vice versa coming back down.We will definitely be back.
Thankyou for a fabulous holiday.
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