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The best area to stay in Sliema is along the waterfront promenade, particularly the stretch known as The Strand, which runs from Gzira to St. Julian's.


This area is the heart of Sliema's activity and offers stunning views across Marsamxett Harbour to Valletta. The Strand is lined with cafes, restaurants, and shops, making it incredibly convenient for dining and leisure. It's also where you'll find the main ferry terminal for trips to Valletta and harbour cruises. The promenade itself is superb for leisurely strolls, and many hotels here feature rooftop pools with panoramic views.


For couples looking for a relaxing yet convenient base, The Strand is an excellent choice. You'll have easy access to public transport for exploring the island, and the evenings offer a wide selection of dining options, from casual eateries to more upscale restaurants, all within walking distance. The scenic harbour views provide a lovely backdrop for romantic evenings.


Families will also find this area highly suitable. The flat promenade is ideal for buggies and little ones, and there are several small lido beaches along the coast for swimming and sunbathing.

Two of the best hotels in Sliema that receive consistently high recommendations from travellers are Land's End Boutique Hotel and AX The Palace.


The Land's End Boutique Hotel, with an outstanding 9.6 rating, is highly praised for its fantastic location and spacious, beautiful rooms. Guests also appreciate the excellent, friendly staff and the great pool. The hotel offers luxurious amenities such as bathrobes, sea views, rainfall showerheads, and deep soaking bathtubs, alongside champagne service.


Another excellent choice is the AX The Palace, which has a 9.0 rating. Guests consistently highlight the amazing staff, spacious and clean rooms, and exceptional service. The hotel provides designer toiletries, premium bedding, and a selection of restaurants, including poolside and alfresco dining options. It is conveniently located near a shopping district and offers room service and executive rooms.

For excellent family hotels in Sliema, consider The Preluna Hotel, Waterfront, AX The Palace, and AX The Victoria Hotel.


The Preluna Hotel, with an 8.8 rating, offers comfortable and clean rooms, along with free sofa beds, rollaway extra beds, and cribs. It features a children's pool and on-site babysitting services, making it very convenient for families. It is located 1.1 km from Saint Julian's Bay and 0.8 km from Exiles Beach.


The Waterfront hotel, rated 9.0, provides spacious and clean rooms with free rollaway extra beds and cribs. Families will appreciate the child-friendly window design, bathrobes for children, and kids' meal options at the restaurant. It is 1.2 km from Saint Julian's Bay and 1.0 km from Balluta Bay.


The AX The Palace, with a 9.0 rating, offers spacious and clean rooms, connecting rooms, complimentary sofa beds, and free rollaway extra beds and cribs. Guests frequently praise the excellent staff and delicious breakfast. It is located 1.0 km from Saint Julian's Bay and 0.9 km from Balluta Bay.


Another great option is the AX The Victoria Hotel, which has an impressive 9.2 rating. This hotel provides free rollaway extra beds and cribs, a pool, and kids' meal options at its restaurant. The staff are friendly and attentive, and the location is described as nice and quiet. It is 0.9 km from Saint Julian's Bay and 0.8 km from Balluta Bay. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Sliema

For the best hotels in Sliema, consider 1926 Les Bains Private Spa Suites, AX The Palace, and Barceló Fortina Malta.


The 1926 Les Bains Private Spa Suites, with a 9.2 rating, offers a luxurious experience with premium bedding and private pools. Many rooms feature a sea view, and guests can enjoy 24-hour room service and champagne service. It is also conveniently located within a shopping district.


Another excellent choice is the AX The Palace, rated 9.0. This hotel is praised by guests for its spacious and clean rooms, exceptional service, and delicious breakfast. It features designer toiletries, air conditioning, and multiple dining options including a poolside restaurant and an alfresco restaurant.


The Barceló Fortina Malta, also rated 9.0, provides a comfortable stay with its clean and amazing rooms, as noted by guests. It boasts a convenient location and helpful staff. Guests can enjoy a Turkish bath or hammam, sea views, and 24-hour room service. Find more luxury hotels in Sliema

For excellent spa hotels in Sliema, consider the 1926 Le Soleil Hotel & SPA, The Preluna Hotel, AX The Victoria Hotel, Barceló Fortina Malta, and Courtyard by Marriott Sliema.


The 1926 Le Soleil Hotel & SPA, with a 9.0 rating, offers a full-service spa with a wide array of treatments including body scrubs, facials, Ayurvedic treatments, and deep tissue massages. Guests often praise the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the brilliant location.


Another great option is The Preluna Hotel, an establishment rated 8.8. Its full-service spa provides a range of treatments such as hot stone massages, reflexology, and hydrotherapy. Guests frequently mention the comfortable rooms and the great location near Saint Julian's Bay.


The AX The Victoria Hotel, a hotel with an impressive 9.2 rating, features a full-service spa offering couples treatment rooms, aromatherapy, and various massages. Visitors consistently highlight the attentive staff and the nice, quiet location.


The Barceló Fortina Malta, rated 9.0, boasts a full-service spa with a Turkish bath or hammam, sauna, and hydrotherapy treatments. Guests frequently praise the clean rooms and the convenient location.


Finally, the Courtyard by Marriott Sliema is a hotel with an outstanding 9.6 rating. Its full-service spa includes treatment rooms and offers a variety of massages. It is conveniently located near Saint Julian's Bay. See all spa hotels in Sliema

For hotels in Sliema that offer complimentary breakfast, consider the AX The Victoria Hotel, Ta' Tereza In Manwel Dimech, The Londoner Hotel Sliema, MS Cutty Jean, and Belle Boutique.


The AX The Victoria Hotel, with a 9.2 rating, provides both free breakfast and a free buffet breakfast. Guests frequently mention the friendly and attentive staff, nice and clean rooms, and a great pool. It is located in a nice, quiet area and is approximately 0.7 km from Exiles Beach and 0.8 km from Balluta Bay.


Ta' Tereza In Manwel Dimech, an accommodation with a 9.2 rating, offers free buffet breakfast and free breakfast. Reviewers often highlight the friendly and helpful staff, comfortable and clean rooms, and good breakfast. It is situated about 0.7 km from Balluta Bay.


The Londoner Hotel Sliema, rated 9.0, includes free breakfast and free continental breakfast. Guests appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, convenient location, and modern, clean rooms. The breakfast is often described as phenomenal. It is about 1.1 km from Exiles Beach.


MS Cutty Jean, with a 9.4 rating, offers free full breakfast and free breakfast. This property also features sea views and is located near the ocean, approximately 1.4 km from Upper Barrakka Gardens.


Belle Boutique, a hotel with a 9.2 rating, provides free breakfast and free continental breakfast. Guests often praise the good breakfast. It is conveniently located about 0.3 km from Exiles Beach and 0.6 km from Saint Julian's Bay. Find more hotels with breakfast in Sliema

For top pet-friendly hotels in Sliema, consider the Eleven by Warren Collection and the Alborada Aparthotel.


The Eleven by Warren Collection, with an 8.6 rating, is a great option for travellers with pets, as both dogs and cats are permitted. Guests frequently praise the clean, spotless rooms, the lovely staff, and the great rooftop pool. The hotel also offers premium bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, air conditioning, and designer toiletries for a comfortable stay. It is conveniently located near attractions like Malta5D, which is 1.0 km away, and Exiles Beach, just 1.4 km distant.


Another excellent choice is the Alborada Aparthotel, which also permits pets, and notably, pets stay free. Guests often comment on the comfortable, clean rooms and good facilities. This aparthotel is well-situated, being 0.9 km from Exiles Beach and 1.1 km from Balluta Bay.

For top boutique hotels in Sliema, consider the 1926 Le Soleil Hotel & SPA, AX The Palace, Diplomat Hotel, Maltese Rooms, and Verdi Gzira Promenade.


The 1926 Le Soleil Hotel & SPA, with a 9.0 rating, features an Art Deco design and offers an extensive full-service spa with various treatments such as deep tissue massage, hot stone massage, aromatherapy, and body wraps. Guests often praise the friendly and helpful staff, cozy and clean rooms, and the brilliant location, which is just 1.5 km from Saint Julian's Bay.


AX The Palace is a hotel with an excellent 9.0 rating. This hotel boasts an Art Deco property design, designer toiletries, and premium bedding for a luxurious stay. It offers multiple dining options, including a poolside and an alfresco restaurant, along with convenient room service. Situated 1.0 km from Saint Julian's Bay, guests consistently highlight the amazing staff and spacious, clean rooms.


The Diplomat Hotel, rated 8.4, offers sea views and features a lovely outdoor pool with a poolside bar and sun loungers. This hotel is conveniently located just 0.7 km from Saint Julian's Bay. Guests appreciate the excellent location and the clean lobby.


Maltese Rooms, an option, provides free buffet breakfast and free WiFi, which are great conveniences for travellers. It also offers a 24-hour airport shuttle, making arrivals and departures stress-free. The hotel is located 0.4 km from Saint Julian's Bay.


Finally, the Verdi Gzira Promenade, with an outstanding 9.4 rating, offers both indoor and outdoor pools, with sea views from some areas. This hotel is 1.2 km from Saint Julian's Bay and is highly recommended by guests for its great location, friendly staff, and spacious rooms. See all boutique hotels in Sliema

For budget-friendly accommodation in Sliema, consider The Londoner Hotel Sliema, Maltese Rooms, MS Cutty Jean, and Two Pillows Boutique Hostel.


The Londoner Hotel Sliema, with a 9.0 rating, offers free WiFi and a complimentary continental breakfast. Guests frequently praise the friendly and helpful staff, the convenient location, and the modern, clean rooms. It is located 1.1 km from Exiles Beach and 1.2 km from Saint Julian's Bay.


Maltese Rooms, a property, provides free WiFi, a 24-hour airport shuttle, and a complimentary buffet breakfast. It is conveniently situated 0.3 km from Balluta Bay and Balluta Square, and 0.4 km from Saint Julian's Bay.


MS Cutty Jean, with an excellent 9.4 rating, includes free WiFi, a complimentary full breakfast, and free parking at a nearby location. Many rooms offer sea views, and it is located near the sea, 1.4 km from Exiles Beach and 1.6 km from Saint Julian's Bay.


Two Pillows Boutique Hostel, also highly rated at 9.4, offers free WiFi, a 24-hour airport shuttle, and free parking at a nearby location. Guests often highlight the super comfortable beds, great location, and wonderful staff. It is located 0.9 km from Exiles Beach and 1.1 km from Saint Julian's Bay. View all budget hotels in Sliema

For a romantic stay in Sliema, couples will find excellent options at Land's End Boutique Hotel and Courtyard by Marriott Sliema.


The Land's End Boutique Hotel, with an outstanding 9.6 rating, offers spacious and beautiful rooms, many with captivating sea views and furnished balconies. Guests can enjoy an indoor pool, rainfall showerheads, and deep soaking bathtubs, alongside luxurious designer toiletries and champagne service. It is conveniently located near the shopping district and is about 1.4 km from Upper Barrakka Gardens.


Another highly-rated choice is the Courtyard by Marriott Sliema, also with a 9.6 rating. This hotel provides a full-service spa with massage treatments, including dedicated couples' treatment rooms, great for a relaxing experience together. It features both indoor and outdoor pools with sun loungers and a poolside bar. The hotel is situated about 1 km from Saint Julian's Bay. See all romantic hotels in Sliema

For hotels in Sliema that are well-located for St George's Beach, consider the Land's End Boutique Hotel and Courtyard by Marriott Sliema.


The Land's End Boutique Hotel, with an outstanding 9.6 rating, offers spacious and beautiful rooms, many with sea views. Guests frequently praise the excellent and friendly staff, the great indoor pool, and the great bar. It is also conveniently located in a shopping district.


Another excellent choice is the Courtyard by Marriott Sliema, also highly rated at 9.6. This hotel is particularly suitable for families, offering amenities such as free cribs, sofa beds, and child-friendly window designs. Guests can enjoy both indoor and outdoor pools, complete with sun loungers and a poolside bar.

The best time to visit Sliema is during the shoulder seasons, specifically from April to May and September to October.


These months offer pleasant weather, with warm temperatures superb for exploring, swimming, and enjoying outdoor dining without the intense heat and larger crowds of the peak summer months. You'll find the sea is warm enough for a dip, and the evenings are comfortable for strolls along the promenade.


For those looking for a relaxing break, these periods provide a good balance between agreeable weather and fewer people, making it easier to secure reservations at popular restaurants and enjoy attractions at a more leisurely pace.

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