Carlton Hotel, Sliema ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

261 Tower Road, Sliema, Malta, SLM05

Carlton Hotel is a modern boutique hotel located on Malta's scenic Tower Road seafront promenade. It features stunning sea views of St Julian's Bay and is directly across from a small sandy beach. The hotel offers personalized service, making it popular for its outstanding beachfront location and value. Guests can explore the lively local culture with numerous cafes, restaurants, and shops in close proximity.

Location

Situated on the popular Tower Road promenade, Carlton Hotel offers easy access to local attractions, including the nearby Independence Garden. A bus stop outside the hotel connects guests to other areas of Sliema and beyond. The hotel is approximately 10 km from Malta International Airport and a short 10-minute walk to The Point Shopping Mall, Malta's largest shopping destination.

Rooms

The hotel comprises 47 modern guest rooms available in various configurations, catering to diverse preferences. Each room is comfortably furnished, featuring private bathrooms and essential amenities such as LED TVs and free Wi-Fi. Sea view rooms, which offer spectacular vistas of the Mediterranean, are particularly popular and should be reserved in advance. Standard options include economy, standard, and triple rooms, ensuring choices for both budget and comfort.

Eat & Drink

Carlton Hotel serves a hot breakfast buffet in its dining room, offering stunning views of the bay. Guests can enjoy a variety of dishes including scrambled eggs, bacon, and an assortment of bread and pastries. The breakfast selection also includes jams, chocolate cream, cereals, and delicious cakes to start the day. There are also numerous nearby restaurants and cafes for additional dining options.

Leisure & Business

The hotel features a seasonal rooftop swimming pool and sunbathing deck with breathtaking views, exclusively for guests. Additionally, there is a business center equipped with multiple desktop computers and a lobby vending machine. A 24-hour reception and concierge service enhance guest convenience. The inviting leisure spaces aim to provide a relaxing atmosphere after a day of exploration.

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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 Partial Sea View

Max:

2 persons

19 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Sea view

Shower

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Economy Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

19 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

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Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Sliema800 m

Airports

Malta International (MLA) 8.9 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Excellent Breakfast!

“I thoroughly enjoyed the Genius free breakfast with its impressive variety and healthy options. The beautiful views from the dining room added to the wonderful experience.” view full review

Accessible Amenities

“The hotel provided excellent facilities that catered well to individuals requiring assistance, enhancing their overall stay.” view full review

Invigorating Pool!

“The rooftop pool was a fantastic retreat with a great atmosphere for soaking up the sun and enjoying a refreshing swim.” view full review

Cozy and Comfortable!

“My room was impeccably clean and very comfortable, ensuring a restful sleep every night of my stay.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Services

Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Rooftop pool
Seasonal outdoor pool
Beach access
Sun loungers
Sun terrace

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Garden furniture

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

261 Tower Road, Sliema, Malta, SLM05

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261 Tower Road, Sliema, Malta, SLM05

City landmarks

Church

St. John's Co-Cathedral

2.4 km

Castle

Fort Manoel

2.2 km

Palace

Auberge de Castille

2.5 km

St. Elmo Pl. Fort St Elmo

Fort St Elmo

2.5 km

Garden

Upper Barrakka Gardens

2.6 km

Parish St

Saint Joseph Parish Church

2.1 km

Bay

Spinola Bay

1.3 km

Church

Stella Maris Parish Church

750 m

Museum

National Museum of Fine Arts

2.2 km

Fountain

Triton Fountain

2.4 km

Church

St Paul's Pro-Cathedral

2.1 km

Public Building

Auberge D'Italie

2.4 km

Church

Church of Saint Augustine

2.2 km

Museum

National Museum of Archaeology

2.3 km

Church

Our Lady of Victories Church

2.5 km

Mall

City Gate

2.4 km

Marina

Portomaso Marina

1.5 km

Church

Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel

2.2 km

Palace

Casa Rocca Piccola

2.4 km

President's Palace,

Grandmaster's Palace

2.4 km

Paceville

1.7 km

Church

Church of Saint Francis

2.3 km

Republic St

Church of Saint Barbara

2.4 km

St George's Bay

2.0 km

Nearby

Bay

Balluta Bay

340 m

Park

Independence gardens

520 m

Church

Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel

220 m

Balluta Square

340 m

Tower

Saint Julian's Tower

390 m

Church

Holy Trinity Church

540 m

Restaurants

Dolci Peccati

30 m

268

The Donut Factory Sliema

60 m

259 Tower Road Promenade

Zwiit Cravings Cafe

60 m

270

Crudo Cafe

270 m

Tony's Snack Bar

260 m

136 Main Street

City of London

500 m

Gorg Borg Olivier Street

Cafe Ole

510 m

St. George's Bay

La Krepree

480 m

Triq It Torri

Plough and Anchor

520 m

263

Salisbury Arms Pub

750 m

81 High Street

Istanbul Kebab House

740 m

89 Triq Rodolfu

Balluta Bar

740 m

186 Manwel Dimech Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

74%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.4/10

Very good

Rooms

7.0

Location

8.5

Service

8.8

Dining

6.3

Catherine

United Kingdom, April 2024

7.6/10

The hotel is ideally located near the beach and offers welcoming and helpful service. The rooms, though quite old, provide a comfortable stay. The dining experience, although fair for the price, could use some improvement. Overall, a friendly atmosphere and great location make this hotel a good choice for a short stay.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms may be quite old but still offer a comfortable stay.

Service

9.0

The service was extremely accommodating and efficient when addressing noise issues. The staff, including the manager, were friendly and welcoming.

Location

8.0

The location is perfect, near the beach, and easily accessible to various attractions and amenities.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience, while fair for the price, could be improved in terms of variety and appeal.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers car hire, housekeeping, and tour assistance, providing essential services for guests.

Liz

United Kingdom, March 2024

7.6/10

The hotel has excellent service and a great location, but the rooms overlooking a construction site can be noisy and lack soundproofing. The buffet breakfast and proximity to the bus stop are notable highlights, while the dining options may leave something to be desired in terms of taste and variety.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms up to the third floor overlooked a construction site and were a bit noisy; lack soundproofing.

Service

9.0

The service is excellent with friendly staff; very helpful and great location next to the bus stop. Brian is a wealth of knowledge about the island and a great person to ask questions.

Location

9.0

The location is excellent for those traveling in Malta by bus, right on the promenade by the sea and a few meters away from the bus station.

Dining

5.0

The dining offers cooked food, but some items are tasteless and poor; could improve in quality and variety.

Facilities

Douglas

United Kingdom, May 2023

7.6/10

The hotel is in a convenient location with easy access to various attractions and amenities. The rooms are clean and basic, though a slight odor could be improved. The service is friendly and helpful. However, the dining options may not suit all tastes.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were basic but very clean, slightly outdated with a lingering smell that could be addressed.

Service

8.0

The service was always nice and the staff were friendly and very helpful throughout my stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is ideal for those wanting to explore the area with easy access to attractions, restaurants, and public transport.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience had a good selection but might not cater to all tastes, with some dishes not meeting expectations.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel provides convenient facilities for a comfortable stay, though some areas may require improvement.

William

United States, May 2023

7.4/10

My stay at the hotel was overall pleasant. The location is fantastic, close to public transport and with easy access to various attractions, but I had to endure noise from guests during breakfast and the lack of a balcony as per my reservation was disappointing.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were made up every day.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch. The staff was always cheerful, friendly, and extremely helpful, going out of their way to assist without accepting tips.

Location

8.0

The location of the hotel is ideal for exploring Malta with good access to public and private transport options. It’s perfect for excursions, with convenient pick-up services right at the hotel.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was satisfactory with a diverse selection for breakfast and a lovely pool area on the rooftop to enjoy.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel facilities like car hire, housekeeping, and tours/ticket assistance were satisfactory, but the view from my room was overlooking a wall.