Corinthia St George's BayvsThe Phoenicia Malta
Corinthia Hotel St. George's Bay and The Phoenicia Malta are both praised by travel writers. On balance, The Phoenicia Malta is the choice of most professionals compared to Corinthia Hotel St. George's Bay. The Phoenicia Malta comes in at #9 in Malta with praise from 3 reviewers including Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Oyster.
Corinthia St George's Bay
Oyster
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
Forbes Travel Guide
St. George's Bay, Saint Julian's, Island of Malta STJ 3301, Malta
From $107/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
OysterLuxury
"The 249-room Corinthia Hotel St.Georges Bay is a large, luxurious waterside resort, with seafront sunbathing (but no beach) and a full program of water sports." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"A large waterside five-star resort hotel that has loads of facilities - all shared with the four-star Marina next door." Full review
Lonely Planet "The Corinthia is an iconic Maltese brand, and this is one of the island's classic hotels, with sea views from most of the bedrooms, three pools, and an excellent spa, plus a private rocky beach." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"Corinthia St George’s Bay in Malta is a stunning seaside getaway combining luxury with laid-back comfort. Perched on a beautiful peninsula overlooking the Mediterranean, the resort offers..." 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
The Telegraph9.0
"The Phoenicia is the best of all the country’s five-star hotels if you are here to sightsee." Full review
Independent "Malta’s first five-star hotel, this 1930s grande dame is still the home-from-home for British royals visiting the former colony"
Lonely Planet "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
Michelin Guide 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
Independent "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."
Fodor's "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
Forbes Travel Guide 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
Afar Magazine "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
