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British Hotel Valletta, Valletta

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Check-in
14Mar2025
Check-out
15Mar2025
Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 room
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About the Hotel

40 Battery Street, Valletta, Malta, VLT06

The British Hotel is the longest-established family-run property in Valletta, under the management of the Montebello family since 1930. The hotel offers stunning views of the historic Grand Harbour, a significant site during the 1565 Great Siege against the Ottoman Turks. Its charming sandstone facades and contemporary renovations provide guests with a budget-friendly stay in a prime location. Guests can easily access local attractions and ferry services to the Three Cities.

Location

Situated on a quaint sloping street, the British Hotel overlooks the southern edge of Valletta, providing easy access to historical landmarks. The hotel is a mere five-minute walk from the bus terminus, enabling guests to explore all areas of Malta conveniently. Major attractions, including St. Paul's Pro-Cathedral and Upper Barrakka Gardens, are within walking distance, making it an ideal base for sightseeing.

Rooms

The British Hotel features 44 guest rooms, ranging from compact Single Internal Rooms to spacious accommodations suitable for up to four guests. Many rooms open onto shared terraces offering superb views of the harbor. Each room includes basic amenities such as air conditioning, free WiFi, and complimentary toiletries. The simplistic decor is complemented by polished monochrome floors and mirrors.

Eat & Drink

Dining at the British Hotel includes access to the Panorama Restaurant, located one floor lower, which serves Mediterranean cuisine with a stunning 180-degree view of the Grand Harbour. The interconnected lounge bar offers guests a relaxed atmosphere with alfresco seating for enjoying drinks while admiring the waterfront scenery. Additionally, guests can explore a variety of local restaurants and cafes in the nearby area.

Leisure & Business

For leisure and business needs, the hotel provides a rooftop terrace for sunbathing and drinks, alongside a TV lounge where free WiFi is strongest. Additional services include tour/ticket assistance, airport shuttle service, laundry facilities, and currency exchange. Outdoor enthusiasts can participate in hiking and biking activities nearby, enhancing their stay.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Quadruple Room
Max:
4 persons
30 m² 
Bed options:
1 Single bed
City view
Shower
Heating
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Standard Twin Room
Max:
2 persons
16 m² 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
Sea view
Shower
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Twin Room
Max:
2 persons
14 m² 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
City view
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Getting around

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City Center
Valletta1000 ft
Airports
Malta International (MLA) 5.0 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • 24-hour security
  • Elevator
  • Currency exchange
  • Multilingual staff
  • Smoke detectors

Services

  • Laundry
  • Doctor on call

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Buffet breakfast

Children

  • Cribs

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access

Room features

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • In-room air conditioning
  • Heating
  • In-room safe
  • Sitting area
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable/ Satellite television
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

40 Battery Street, Valletta, Malta, VLT06
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40 Battery Street, Valletta, Malta, VLT06
Nearby
Museums
National Museum of Fine Arts
1600 ft
Public Building
Auberge D'Italie
700 ft
Church
Church of the Madonna of Liesse
300 ft
Church
Our Lady of Victories Church
800 ft
Church
St Paul's Pro-Cathedral
1800 ft
Church
Church of Saint Augustine
1300 ft
Church
Church of Saint Francis
1000 ft
Republic St
Church of Saint Barbara
900 ft
Church
Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
1700 ft
Restaurants
Storie & Sapori
700 ft
Sant 'Orsla Upper Barrakka Gardens
The Submarine
1000 ft
Merchant Street 42 B
Burger King
500 ft
Valletta Road PAMA Shopping Village
Vino's Cafe Bar
500 ft
19
The Corner
600 ft
129 Santa Lucia Street
Dolceria Croce Bonaci
500 ft
24 St John Str
Il-Gifen Bar
700 ft
277 Triq San Pawl
Gifen Snack Bar
700 ft
227 St Paul's Street Valletta
Museum cafe
900 ft
Triq. Melita
Upper Barrakka Kiosk
1000 ft
Upper Barakka Gardens

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
72%
liked the hotel and would stay again
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Helpful service
Limited dining
Shared balcony
7.2/10
Very good
Rooms
6.7
Location
8.6
Service
8.4
Dining
6.8
Guest reviews
7.2/10
based on 20 reviews
3.5/5 based on 477 reviews
7.9
7.9/10based on 431 reviews
#22 of 23 hotels in Valletta based on Tripadvisor
Michael
United Kingdom, June  2024
7.8/10

The hotel offers a convenient location near restaurants and pubs with pleasant and helpful service, but the rooms could use a refresh and are on the smaller side.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms, although small and a bit dated, were clean and had a view of the harbour.
Service
8.0
The service was pleasant, and the staff suggested great walks and helped with boarding passes, but they could improve by emptying the trash daily.
Location
9.0
The location is very good, offering a nice view of the lake and being ideal for exploring Valletta without the need for transportation.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience provided a generous and tasty continental breakfast to fuel a day of exploring Vallletta's history.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel's facilities were satisfactory and met our needs during the stay.
John
United Kingdom, June  2024
8.0/10

My stay at the hotel was a bit of a mixed bag. On one hand, the location was fantastic, overlooking the Grand Harbour with an excellent balcony Wi-Fi area. However, the rooms on the 6th floor with no lift were quite expensive for what was offered, and I suffered from loads of noise from the restaurant, especially during the early hours when staff were cleaning up.

Rooms
7.0
The room on the 6th floor, despite the lack of a lift, was clean and comfortable.
Service
9.0
The service was great overall, especially George on the front desk who made me feel very welcome.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, overlooking the Grand Harbour and offering a great Wi-Fi area on the balcony.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience at the restaurant was decent with a wide variety of choices.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory, but improvements could be made for the room on the 6th floor.
Joey
United States of America, March  2024
7.4/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were spotless but in need of some renovation, and unfortunately, mine was next to the restaurant toilet and above the kitchen, making it quite noisy with smoke drifting in at times. There were some outdated amenities like the phone and air conditioning, no heating in the bathroom, and lacking a kettle with tea/coffee in the room. However, the staff was super nice and did their best to accommodate us. The location had its charms with lovely views of the Grand Harbour, despite being above an office and down a steep hill. In terms of dining, the breakfast spread was generous but could get repetitive for a longer stay. The facilities were adequate but could use some updates.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were spotless but in need of some renovation, with some outdated amenities.
Service
9.0
The staff was super nice and as accommodating as possible under the circumstances.
Location
8.0
The location had lovely views of the Grand Harbour, despite some inconveniences like being above an office and down a steep hill.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast offerings were generous but could become repetitive for longer stays.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were adequate but could use some updates.
Nicholas
United Kingdom, February  2024
7.0/10

I was impressed by the perfect terrace with a view, but accessibility to the rooms was a letdown due to sharing a balcony with the hall passage.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms had a perfect terrace with a view, but sharing a balcony with the hall passage made them less private and accessible.
Service
8.0
The service was nice and helpful, especially for organizing activities on the island. The staff was very welcoming and ready to assist, even offering a doctor on call.
Location
9.0
The location was fantastic, offering stunning harbor views and easy walking distances to all city sites and the bus station. It's perfect for sightseeing and convenient for those who prefer to be near the center without needing public transport.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was limited, with options like powder coffee in plastic cups. However, there were nearby alternatives for more traditional and affordable dining, like pastizzi shops.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel had a good variety of food and a mini-market nearby. Additionally, the facilities were decent, but improvements could be made to the dining options.
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Limited dining
Harry
United Kingdom, February  2024
8.0/10

My stay at this hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms, despite offering fantastic views of the harbor, were a bit shabby and uncomfortable, with mosquitoes buzzing around. On the bright side, they did have everything I needed for a restful retreat from the heat, including excellent AC, a fridge, a decent bed, and a TV with some English channels. The location was a definite highlight, being near the center with great views of the Grand Harbour. However, the noise from the restaurant toilet and kitchen, along with smoke drifting in, was quite bothersome. The service, while mostly super-helpful and reflecting the friendly nature of the Maltese, could have improved by emptying the trash daily. The dining experience, with delicious food, came with a wonderful view, although some found it a bit pricey for what was offered. The facilities were generally good, with access to an excellent restaurant and wine bar with views over the Grand Harbour providing a luxurious touch.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms provided fantastic views and had everything I needed for a restful stay.
Service
8.0
The staff, reflecting the friendly Maltese hospitality, were mostly super-helpful, though daily trash emptying could have made the experience even better.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent with lovely views of the Grand Harbour and convenient access to the city center.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was delightful with delicious food and panoramic views, although some found it a bit expensive.
Facilities
8.0
Access to an excellent restaurant and wine bar with stunning views added a luxurious touch to the facilities.
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