The Phoenicia MaltavsHotel Ta' Cenc & Spa
Both properties are endorsed by writers. Overall, The Phoenicia Malta scores slightly higher than Hotel Ta' Cenc. The Phoenicia Malta ranks #9 in Malta with accolades from 3 reviewers including The Telegraph, Oyster and Lonely Planet.
The Phoenicia Malta
The Telegraph
Independent
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide Independent
Fodor's
Forbes Travel Guide
Afar Magazine Independent Independent
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
Independent "This 1920s-style hotel with an intriguing history exudes luxury, allowing visitors to relax in its tranquil spa, seven acres of gardens and gorgeous infinity pool. Just outside the main..."
Independent "Five nights with Malta Direct cost from £389pp including easyJet flights from Gatwick, transfers and B&B at the Phoenicia Malta"
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Hotel Ta' Cenc & Spa The Telegraph
Oyster Independent Lonely Planet Fodor's
Sannat, Sannat, Island of Gozo VCT 112 , Malta
From $165/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
The Telegraph7.0
"An attractive hotel in a wonderful location leading onto the dramatic Ta’ Cenc cliffs." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The upscale Hotel Ta' Cenc & Spa offers a calm, scenic setting near Sannat village in Gozo." Full review
Independent "Placed between the traditional Gozitan village of Sannat and the top of the towering Ta’ Cenc cliffs, this hotel is all about the location"
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Upmarket Ta'Ċenċ hides in 160 hectares on a remote cliff-top plateau just east of Sannat." Full review
Fodor's "Gozo's original five-star hotel continues to offer understated luxury and an exclusivity that's unique in Malta. Set atop one of the island's highest points, this high-class retreat has..." Full review
