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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view of the sea.
A rooftop pool with clear blue water, white lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A bar area with a wooden counter and shelves displaying bottles.
A modern interior with a wooden wall and a unique light fixture.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a table, and a large window with curtains.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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173 Tower Road, Sliema, Malta, SLM1609
  • Place, Tower Road
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Exiles Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sliema Promenade
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

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

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Room

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

View all photos for Suite with Terrace

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

About the area

Sliema

A luxury stay in the heart of Sliema awaits you at Diplomat Hotel. Within a short 5-minute stroll, you'll find Tower Road and Sliema Promenade. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a poolside bar. .Old Vic Bar & Lounge is the hotel's own lobby lounge. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site gym and sauna. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4.5-property class Sliema hotel, you'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Sliema Ferry and 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Dragonara Casino.

What's nearby

  • Tower Road - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Exiles Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sliema Promenade - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Saint Julian's Bay - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Point Shopping Mall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Sakura - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Surfside Bar and Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mason's Bistro - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Triton Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fresco's - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Diplomat Hotel

Enjoy the umbrellas and sunloungers for a relaxing day at the beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Diplomat Hotel such as an outdoor pool, a fitness centre and a sauna.

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This Art Deco hotel also offers a rooftop terrace and a garden.

This 4.5-star Sliema hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 113 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Built in 1991
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Diplomat Hotel offers 113 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Sliema hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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Diplomat Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Diplomat Hotel?

Diplomat Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Diplomat Hotel?

Yep, Diplomat Hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Exiles Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and waterskiing. You can also find boat tours.

Does Diplomat Hotel have a pool?

Diplomat Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes Diplomat Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Diplomat Hotel.

Does Diplomat Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Diplomat Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Diplomat Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Diplomat Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Diplomat Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Diplomat Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 170 out of 369 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 369 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 369 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 369 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 369 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, can walk anywhere. Staff are very friendly and breakfast is excellent! Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is wonderful, right across the street from the ocean. Friendly staff, great breakfast, lovely pool. Complimentary wine, snacks, and water in the room, along with bathrobes and slippers! There is also a bar upstairs by the pool which serves food throughout the day and has entertainment several nights a week. A great hotel and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean rooms. Pool on roof top good however little flies that bit were a pain. Breakfast was plentiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with fantastic service
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a great location and is only a 15 minute walk to the ferries for both Gozo and Valletta. The staff were always very helpful and friendly. The housekeeping was second to none, always cleaned the room and changed the towels every two days. The breakfast which was included in our package was suitable for everyone with fresh fruit, hot cooked food and plenty of hot drinks.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast menu was fine
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Location was excellent. Walk to everything. Breakfast was excellent. Lots of variety of breakfast staples.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very good, great variety and friendly staff. The welcome drink on arrival is a nice touch. But room was very small, balcony not useable. Room was dark and depressing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful stay with an amazing sea view! Waking up to the sound of the waves and watching the sunset from the room was unforgettable. The hotel was clean and comfortable, and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast buffet was a plus, and the hotel has a very convenient location. Perfect place to relax and enjoy the ocean—highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best assets of hotel are the location and breakfast. It is right on the seashore, steps to bus stops, restaurants and convenience stores. Breakfast is of good quality and variety with rotating dishes. Hotel itself looks like one from the 60's, a bit tired looking. Other than breakfast it offers no meal options We did not check out the roof poil
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. We had a spacious triple room which was clean and had everything we needed. The reception staff were very helpful. Breakfast was ok, the first morning was incredibly busy and staff were not helpful in finding tables for guests or asking people to wait until tables were available, there were many people walking about with breakfast but no table to sit at. The other mornings were less busy so no issues in getting a table at breakfast. The pool area was nice, it could be improved by having the bar open for drinks/snacks. Overall a lovely stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location! Easy to get Ubers. Walking distance to excellent places.
Pool terrace view 3/9/2026
Pool terrace view 3/9/2026
Room view
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Vista lateral da praia.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I think for the price they charge they should leave a couple of bottles of water in your fridge every day. Quite hot and you do a lot of walking on tours, etc. so I don't think you should worry about having to buy water at least a couple of bottles anyway per day.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
In a loud area but with an excellent sea view and pool. The breakfast isn’t great and neither is the lobby bar, the room smelled a little damp. Otherwise really cool
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Rooftop pool a great feature.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay very much
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was wonderful. The room was spacious, with a direct sea view, and fully equipped. The breakfast was excellent, and the hotel's location is fantastic, easily accessible from there to most areas of Mata by bus. Most importantly, the reception and restaurant staff were incredibly friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

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