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About the Hotel

173 Tower Road, Sliema, Malta, SLM 1609
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Near the waterfront
Great
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The perfect The Diplomat Hotel Sliema enjoys a superb location nearly a 5-minute walk from Saint Patrick's Church and offers 53 rooms with views of the sea. There is a boat dock near this 4-star smoke-free hotel, and guests can easily reach the fortified coastal Saint Julian's Tower which is merely 450 metres away.

Location

Ideally located 2.7 km from the Roman Catholic St. John's Co-Cathedral, the hotel is around 10 minutes' drive from St George's Bay Swimming Beach. Pleasant The Diplomat Sliema is also 550 metres from the private beach.

The property is dotted with many sights including bars and restaurants. The public Upper Barrakka Gardens is also situated about 3 km away.

For those travelling from afar, Malta International airport is 15 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

The Diplomat Hotel offers rooms with a balcony featuring ironing facilities and an air conditioner, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They come with oak furniture including a writing desk. Providing a separate toilet and a shower, the bathrooms are also appointed with hair dryers and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is served every morning in the restaurant. This Sliema hotel features Penny Farthing restaurant serving Italian cuisine. The Diplomat Sliema invites guests to have a drink at a lounge bar.

Leisure & Business

A swimming pool as well as a fitness area highlight the accommodation. Car hire are available at this hotel and the area is popular for snorkelling and diving. Business travellers will make use of a laptop safe and a photocopy machine offered at a conference room and a business centre on site.

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll along Sliema promenade for stunning sea views at sunset.
  • Visit the historic Fort Tigne for a taste of Malta's rich heritage.
  • Savor traditional pastizzi at Crystal Palace for a quick snack.
  • Explore the lively Mercat Tal-Belt for local crafts and fresh produce.
  • Take a ferry to Valletta and discover the breathtaking St. John's Co-Cathedral.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double or Twin Room Lateral Sea View
2 persons
335 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Family Room
2 persons
335 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Standard Double or Twin Room Sea View
2 persons
230 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Suite Terrace
2 persons
595 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Entertainment
  • Sun terrace

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

173 Tower Road, Sliema, Malta, SLM 1609
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173 Tower Road, Sliema, Malta, SLM 1609
Nearby
Church
Stella Maris Parish Church
1700 ft
Park
Independence gardens
1000 ft
Tower
Saint Julian's Tower
1500 ft
Church
Saint Patrick's Church
900 ft
Restaurants
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400 ft
265 Triq It-Torri
Mint
800 ft
30/39 Luzio Junction/Stella Maris St
Il Gabbana
1000 ft
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Ta' Kolina
900 ft
151 Tower Road
La Cuccagna
900 ft
Amery Street
Little Argentina
1000 ft
210
O'Clock
900 ft
139 Tower Road
A Tavola
1200 ft
Gorg Borg Olivier Street The Victoria Hotel
Red Dragon
1000 ft
Tower Road
Amigos Pizza
1300 ft
55 Sir Adrian Dingli Street
It-Torri Restaurant
1200 ft
Tower Road
Le Malte
1300 ft
139 Tower Road
Getting around
City Centre
Sliema6 min  ·  1700 ft
Airports
Malta International Airport (MLA)15 min  ·  6.0 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
from 05:00-11:00
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel The Diplomat (Adults Only) guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Italian, Maltese
Number of floors:
8
Number of rooms:
53
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