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Diplomat Hotel

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Located close to Sliema Promenade and Tower Road, Diplomat Hotel provides a poolside bar, a rooftop terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sunloungers. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Be sure to enjoy a meal at The Penny Farthing, the on-site buffet restaurant. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

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A balcony with a view of the sea, a chair, a table with a magazine and a cup, and sheer curtains.

Standard Double or Twin Room, Partial Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, Sea View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

Standard Double or Twin Room, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, a table, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a dining table with chairs, a painting of a coastal cityscape, and a window with sheer curtains.

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A close-up of a pair of wooden chairs with a blurred background.

Suite with Terrace

  • Partial sea view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Sliema, Diplomat Hotel is in the city centre and on the beach. Tower Road and Sliema Promenade are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Upper Barrakka Gardens and St. Peter's Pool. Dragonara Casino and Sliema Ferry are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Sliema travel guide
Map
173 Tower Road, Sliema, Malta, SLM1609

What's nearby

  • A night view of a city with a prominent illuminated church and a bridge over a body of water.
    Tower Road
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A coastal cityscape with a prominent church and a bridge at dusk.
    Saint Julian's Bay
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A historic stone building with arches and a modern glass extension.
    Point Shopping Mall
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Exiles Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sliema Promenade
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Busy Bee
    12 min walk
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Gelateria Cremilla Malta St Julian's
    19 min walk
  • Triton Restaurant
    8 min walk
  • Fresco's
    9 min walk

About this property

Diplomat Hotel

  • Luxury hotel near Tower Road
  • Located close to Sliema Promenade and Dragonara Casino, Diplomat Hotel provides a poolside bar, a rooftop terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sunloungers. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Be sure to enjoy a meal at The Penny Farthing, the on-site buffet restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a library.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
    • Outdoor furniture, beach towels and a banquet hall
    • A TV in reception, a lift and beach umbrellas
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All 113 rooms boast comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Rainfall showers, shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
    • HDTVs with satellite channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Old Vic Bar & Lounge
  • The Penny Farthing

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1991
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.50 per person, per night, up to 15 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 15.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 22.00 per room (one way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Diplomat Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Diplomat Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Diplomat Hotel?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Diplomat Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Diplomat Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Diplomat Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 22.00 per room applies.

Where is Diplomat Hotel located?

Located in Sliema, this beachfront hotel is in the city centre and within a 5-minute walk of Tower Road and Sliema Promenade. Sliema Ferry and Dragonara Casino are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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