Located just beyond Valletta’s historic city walls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Grand Hotel Excelsior provides easy access to the city’s cultural heritage, shopping areas, and restaurants. The Grand Hotel makes it easy for guests to walk around Valletta’s sights while having easy access to public transportation to explore the remainder of the island. Malta International Airport is about 8 kilometers from the hotel, so it is an easy drive to and from the hotel.

The Grand Hotel Excelsior provides a range of restaurants to suit varying tastes in food:

• Admiral’s Landing:

This stylish restaurant offers exciting views of Manoel Island and Marsamxett Harbour, with a fine dining experience serving a menu that has international and Mediterranean cuisine.

• Other Dining Establishments:

The hotel also includes several restaurants and bars serving a variety of international cuisine, ranging from seafood to vegetarian cuisine. There are themed buffet dinner nights and live music at the hotel bar, making the atmosphere lively and fun.

The location of the Grand Hotel Excelsior is ideal since many famous sights are within easy reach:

• Valletta City Center: The hotel is within walking distance of the city center, where visitors can stroll through ancient streets, tour museums, and experience the lively local culture.
• Upper Barrakka Gardens: These immaculately landscaped gardens offer panoramic views of the Grand Harbour, making them a favorite place to relax and take photographs.
• St. John’s Co-Cathedral: Situated in the center of Valletta, this impressive cathedral is famous for its Baroque style and masterworks of art.
• National Museum of Archaeology: A must-see for history buffs, with artifacts depicting Malta’s glorious prehistoric and historic eras.

The concierge service at the hotel can aid visitors in organizing outings and tours to visit these and other sites throughout Malta.