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Diplomat Hotel

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with a fitness center and a sauna

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Interior
Standard Double or Twin Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Lounge
Interior entrance
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 sun loungers. 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.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Partial Sea View | View from room

Standard Double or Twin Room, Partial Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
HDTV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double or Twin Room, Sea View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
HDTV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
HDTV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
HDTV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 3 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite with Terrace | Terrace/patio

Suite with Terrace

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
HDTV
Renovated in 2021
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
173 Tower Road, Sliema, Malta, SLM1609

What's nearby

  • Tower Road - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sliema Promenade - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sliema Ferry - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Upper Barrakka Gardens - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Malta Experience - 8 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Sakura - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Paradies Exiles - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Word Of Mouth - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Surfside Bar and Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪dixie`s Kiosk - Snack Bar - Restaurantes - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Diplomat Hotel

Upscale hotel remodeled in 2021 and located 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 sun loungers. 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 sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • A computer station, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a banquet hall, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 113 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rainfall showers, shower/tub combinations, and free toiletries
  • HDTVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, 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 transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 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

  • 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

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1991
  • Renovated entire property - July 2021
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property 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 0.50 per person, per night, up to 10 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: 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Malta. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

Diplomat Hotel Sliema
Diplomat Sliema
Diplomat Hotel Hotel
Diplomat Hotel Sliema
Diplomat Hotel Hotel Sliema

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?

Check-out 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 center and within a 5-minute walk of Tower Road and Sliema Promenade. Sliema Ferry and Dragonara Casino are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Diplomat Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 277 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 277 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 277 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 277 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 277 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff,location,and views
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Enzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great buffet breakfast, excellent staff, well located. Pool was awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zuzanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Diplomat Hotel has rooms which overlook the mediterranean sea. They are clean, comfortable with excellent facilities. Breakfast is of the highest quality and excellent choice of dishes. Staff are friendly and helpful. I had an enjoyable stay and can highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with wonderful staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderfully clean throughout, nice to receive a welcome drink and room snacks at the quick check in. Staff were all friendly and professional and the room was spotless. Breakfast buffet was very good, particularly the garlic mushrooms. Handy for buses to and from the airport etc. I will definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, clean and quiet. Great pool and great views. Really well located on the seafront. Very good stay and very good hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thord

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel!

Nice hotel with good service and all you need for a vacation.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Luigi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Many services nearby and bus stops nearby
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - close to shopping, restaurants, public transportation. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Osvaldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good services and very friendly staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel and staff. Highly recommend

Lovely hotel in a great location. The staff were all super friendly and helpful and the facilities couldn't be faulted. The bed was a little on the hard side for our liking but that is just personal taste. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Choice

The location is excellent near restaurants and public transportation. The breakfast is amazing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t hesitate - Book this ASAP!!

Everything about this stay was fabulous!! My room was spectacular - truly unbelievable for the price!! The location was excellent and the staff were mostly terrific!
View from my window - at night
View from my window - in the morning
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

daryoush

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect stay

A very friendly and professional staff, Great service minded hotel. Great breakfast, very good air. clean and tidy environment.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely view and lovely staff.

Would definitely stay again. Booked the sea facing room. What a joy! Breakfast was great!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend in Malta

Great hotel right on Tower Road with an amazing sea view and on bus routes too. Room was spacious. Breakfast choice and restaurant excellent, along with the hotel bar. Staff really helpful too - arranged taxi to airport and helped with a sightseeing tour. Thoroughly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Good hotel in a quieter sea-front location

Location involves a certain amount of walking - or bus - to St. Julian's Bay or Sliema Ferry, but it is much quieter and pleasanter than its equivalent-quality hotels. Nearby restaurants offer good food at fair prices I shall use it again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Gajanan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly located on Sliema seafront the Diplomat provided the ideal base for a nostalgic week in Malta. Straightforward check in (you pay for your stay up front on arrival) comfortable spacious room that is well serviced and a hearty self serve buffet breakfast. No frills but economical and enjoyable.

10/10 Excellent

JEONG MOON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the room is so nice and clean but pool is small than i think.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seyed majid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location. Passing the street and going down the stairs, you could go swimming in the sea. The beach is rocky, which I liked. The main I didn't like was finding parking. It was a hassle each time to find a parking spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A very happy stay at the Diplomat

The hotel was really good. Very well located and the staff were so friendly and helpful. I could not say enough about the staff. The room was lovely. The bed was comfortable. Fridge, tea making facilities, air-conditioning and TV. We had a small balcony view of the street and sea. A very minor issue was the lack of Toilet Paper. Overall I would recommend the hotel and would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

overrated - simple

Just bad… breakfast in a basement without windows and extremely bad quality of food and choices. Need an update of the whole hotel. Gym a bit of a joke… guess everybody is an owner of a gym.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Adrian

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This hotel is not a 4 star hotel and did not offer an upgrade to me as a gold member . There were cockroaches in the breakfast area , our ceiling in our room collapsed and the next room we were given had no air conditioning . Also the rooms are not sound proof at all . Overall a bad experience and I would never suggest it to anyone visiting Malta
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024