Diplomat Hotel

4.0 star property
On beach with outdoor pool, near Sliema Promenade

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Interior entrance
Lounge
Standard Double or Twin Room, Sea View
Interior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym

Explore the area

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173 Tower Road, Sliema, Malta, SLM1609
  • Sliema Promenade
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Sliema Ferry
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Malta Experience
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 22 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room, Sea View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

Suite with Terrace

Highlights

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

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

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

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

About the area

Sliema

Diplomat Hotel places you in the centre of Sliema, within a short 5-minute stroll of Tower Road and Sliema Promenade. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a poolside bar. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. 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-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

  • Sliema Promenade - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dragonara Casino - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Sliema Ferry - 7 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Upper Barrakka Gardens - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Malta Experience - 8 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Paradies Exiles - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Sakura - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Surfside Bar and Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Barracuda - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Diplomat Hotel

On beach with outdoor pool, near Sliema Promenade
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. A complete renovation of Diplomat Hotel was completed in July 2021.

This 4-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

  • 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
  • Renovated entire property - July 2021
  • Smoke-free property

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

  • No pets 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

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

  • 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'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, Eurocard, Barclaycard 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.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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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.