Location
This hotel is located on the northeast coast of Malta, close to the picturesque town of St. Julian. It is just a few minutes walk to the resort centre where guests will discover a diverse selection of restaurants, bars, the casino and many more shopping and entertainment venues. The hotel's exclusive location across the road from the beach means that wonderful views may be enjoyed over the marina district of Portomaso with its tree-lined promenade as well as nearby restaurants and bars. Featuring its own separate private beach and the fishing harbour of Spinola Bay is to be found in the near vicinity and reflects the everyday ways of life of the locals. A taxi rank is to be found directly before the hotel and the bus station is approximately 300 m away and provides excellent link to countless locations throughout the island.
Facilities
The hotel has 410 rooms, which are located on 11 storeys and are reachable by lift. Guests are warmly welcomed by English-speaking staff at the 24-hour reception desk in the lobby. Check-in/check-out service is available round the clock. Amenities include a cloakroom, safe, currency exchange service and cash machine. Wireless internet access (for a fee) is provided in public areas. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. There are a number of shops as well. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand and a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a babysitting service (for a fee), medical assistance, room service (for a fee), a laundry service and a hairdresser.
Rooms
Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Guests can enjoy the sea view from a balcony or terrace. All rooms are carpeted and include a king-size bed and a sofa bed. Children's beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe and a minibar are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a DVD player and WiFi are provided as well. Amenities provided in the rooms include slippers and a daily paper. A hairdryer and bathrobes are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has 357 non-smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
The pool complex includes saltwater and freshwater pools, as well as 2 children's pools. Adults can swim a few laps or just let themselves float around in the indoor pool or one of the 4 outdoor pools. Refreshing drinks at the pool bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub offer the perfect way to unwind. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. A variety of activities are available at the hotel, for example cycling/mountain biking and horse riding or, for a fee, tennis and golf. With water skiing, windsurfing, jet skiing, motorboat rides, paddle boating, canoeing, sailing, diving and aquafit available, fans of water sports will have plenty to choose from. The hotel offers numerous indoor sports, including a gym, table tennis, yoga and aerobics or, for a fee, squash. There is a wellness area with a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam and a beauty salon. Subject to charge: massage treatments. Leisure facilities include a kids' club, live music and a casino.
Meals
The dining area includes a bar. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of the non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurant, which provides high chairs for children. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board and full board. A delicious and varied buffet is prepared for breakfast and dinner.
Payment
All major credit cards, including American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard, are accepted for payment.