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. Multilingual staff (English, German, French) at the reception are happy to assist guests at the reception desk round the clock. Check-in and check-out are available 24 hours a day. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and cash machine. Wireless internet access (for a fee) is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. A number of shops, including a supermarket and souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand, a TV room 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 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service (for a fee), a laundry service, a hairdresser and a coin-operated laundry. A bicycle hire service provides all the necessary equipment for exploring the surrounding area. Complimentary newspapers are available. A business centre with fax machine and projector is available.

Rooms

Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. In most units, guests can enjoy a view of the sea from a balcony or terrace. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed and a sofa bed. Separate bedrooms are available. Children's beds and extra beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator and a tea/coffee station. There is also an ironing set and a trouser press. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Amenities provided in the rooms include slippers and a daily paper. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. A hairdryer, bathrobes and a telephone are available for daily use. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms and 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 sun terrace, sun loungers, and parasols are available. Those who wish to stay active while on holiday can enjoy cycling/mountain biking and golf. For a fee, tennis is also available. A wide range of sports are available, including water sports such as water skiing, windsurfing, motorboat rides, banana boat rides, sailing, snorkelling, diving, water aerobics and aquafit or, for a fee, canoeing. 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, a beauty salon and a solarium. Subject to charge: massage treatments. Guests can enjoy a range of leisure facilities and activities, including a kids' club and a casino.

Meals

Dining facilities include a café and 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 generous breakfast buffet, lunch and a comprehensive dinner buffet offer plenty of delicious variety. Diet meals and children's meals can be prepared on request. The hotel also offers special catering options. The hotel offers a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

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