Sliema
Malta
Sliema, located on Malta’s northeast coast, is one of the island’s most cosmopolitan and stylish resort towns. Blending a relaxed Mediterranean vibe with a lively urban atmosphere, it’s the perfect base for both sightseeing and seaside relaxation. The area offers stunning views across the harbour to Valletta, Malta’s historic capital, and is filled with waterfront cafés, restaurants, and designer boutiques.
Sliema’s long seafront promenade is ideal for leisurely walks, lined with lidos, beach clubs, and swimming spots carved into the rocky shoreline. The town also serves as a hub for boat trips, scuba diving excursions, and day cruises around the island. With easy access to Valletta and St. Julian’s, Sliema combines convenience with a laid-back coastal charm.
Top Things to Do in Sliema:
- Stroll along the Sliema Promenade and enjoy harbour views
- Take a ferry or water taxi to Valletta for culture and history
- Swim or sunbathe at Fond Ghadir Beach or Exiles Bay
- Explore boutique shops and cafés along Tower Road
- Enjoy a harbour cruise or sunset boat tour around Malta
5* Barcelo Fortina Malta
Sliema, Malta
Location
This hotel enjoys the best location on the Maltese Islands.
Facilities
The hotel has 5 lifts and features 200 rooms. The friendly staff at the reception desk are happy to answer any questions. A baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and cash machine are available. Wireless internet access in public areas (no extra charge) allows guests to stay connected. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. There are a number of shops, including a supermarket. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Other services include a 24-hour security service, a car hire service, a transfer service, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a hotel shuttle bus. Active guests can make use of the bicycle hire service to explore the surrounding area. A projector is available for guests' business needs.
Rooms
Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and adjustable central heating. In most units, guests can enjoy a view of the sea from a balcony or terrace. The rooms have a king-size bed and a sofa bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe and a minibar are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. A telephone, a TV, a radio, an alarm clock and WiFi (no extra charge) ensure optimal comfort. A hairdryer and a telephone are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. As a special convenience in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms, non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
There are indoor and outdoor pools and a children's swimming area. Guests can treat themselves to refreshing drinks at the poolside snack bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub (for a fee). A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. For those who wish to stay active while on holiday, the hotel offers golf. Water sports available at the hotel include windsurfing, snorkelling, diving and water aerobics. Sport and leisure facilities at the hotel include a gym, billiards and aerobics. There is a wellness area with a spa, a sauna, massage treatments and hydrotherapy treatments and, for an additional fee, a steam bath and a solarium. Children are well looked after in the kids' club.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a restaurant, a dining room, a café and a bar. Catering options include half board, full board and all-inclusive. A wide variety of dishes are served at all three main mealtimes. Guests can enjoy lunch and dinner as a set menu.
