British HotelvsThe Phoenicia Malta
Both hotels are endorsed by professional travelers. On balance, The Phoenicia Malta scores significantly better than British Hotel. The Phoenicia Malta has a TripExpert Score of 84 with endorsements from 3 sources including Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Oyster.
British Hotel
Oyster
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
40 Battery Street, Valletta, Island of Malta VLT06, Malta
From $115/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
Budget
"Family-run since 1930, the British Hotel is a budget-level property spread across three buildings overlooking Malta's Grand Harbor." Full review
7.0
"Stunning views of the Grand Harbour compensate for not-so-stunning rooms in this two-star hotel in a five-star location." Full review
"The hotel has its pros and cons – on the plus side it's affordable, welcoming and well located; it enjoys great views over the harbour and the Three Cities. " Full review
The Phoenicia Malta
The Telegraph
Independent
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Independent
Fodor's
Forbes Travel Guide
Afar Magazine
The Mall, Valletta, Island of Malta FRN 1478, Malta
From $121/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
9.0
"The Phoenicia is the best of all the country’s five-star hotels if you are here to sightsee." Full review
"Malta’s first five-star hotel, this 1930s grande dame is still the home-from-home for British royals visiting the former colony"
"Just outside Valletta’s main gate, this 1940s old grande dame feels like the kind of place Miss Marple might stay if she were in town, with its potted palms and art deco piano bar." Full review
1 Star
"For decades, The Phoenicia Malta has been known as one of the top hotels on the island. But even if you knew the old Phoenicia, you’re in for a pleasant surprise. In its current..." Full review
"It sits on seven acres of private gardens...the rooms are fairly minimal in decoration, the hotel interiors are magnificent, and the spa and indoor pool cap off the luxury amenities."
"The grande dame of Malta is just outside Valletta's City Gate and is close to the busy bus terminus for cross-island exploration. Since the 1940s it has welcomed movers and shakers,..." Full review
4 Stars
"Originally built in 1939 for Lord and Lady Strickland, The Phoenicia Malta is a timeless-classic-turned-luxury-retreat. After a multimillion-dollar refresh, this architectural art-deco..." Full review
"Why we love it: An extravagant hideaway where guests can live the palace life The Highlights: - Meticulously restored rooms with balconies and original Maltese tiles - An infinity pool..." Full review