The hype
Great location and friendly staff, but the rooms feel tired and the noise levels can be brutal.
Vivaldi Hotel
$100-200/ nat
Bestil hvis You want to be dead-center in Malta's nightlife district with a rooftop pool and don't mind sacrificing quiet for location.
Hvorfor folk elsker det
- Rooftop pool with panoramic Mediterranean views
- Walkable to St. George's Bay beach and Paceville clubs
- Solid breakfast buffet that's often cheaper than nearby cafes
Hurtig oversigt: A perfectly adequate 4-star base camp for partying or business that feels a decade past its prime and suffers from serious noise bleed.
Anmeldt af @TheWonderingEnglishman: I wasn't sure what to expect in the party district, but this hotel totally surprised me. The room was super modern, the indoor pool saved my spring trip, and having free parking in St. Julian's is unheard of. It’s the perfect quiet base if you want to be near the action.
Gæst der boede her sagde
Reality check
The 'courtyard view' rooms often just face a shaft with noisy AC units—upgrade to sea view or bring earplugs.
- You are here to party in Paceville and just need a clean bed
- You love a rooftop pool deck for sunset drinks
- You want to walk to casinos, clubs, and the beach
Renhed & Vedligeholdelse
8
- Housekeeping: Generally reliable daily service, though some guests report missed dust in corners.
- Bathroom hygiene: Clean but dated. Grout is usually scrubbed, but old tiles can look dingy.
- Maintenance: The biggest weak point. Expect scuffed furniture, occasional peeling paint, or slow drains.
- Linens & towels: Standard hotel quality. Clean and crisp, but not luxury thread count.
- Odors & scents: Lobby smells fresh; hallways can occasionally smell of damp or old carpet.
Sleepability™
4MODERAT
0-4HØJT
4-7.5MODERAT
7.5-10STILLE
- Nightclub bass and street revelers (external)
- Furniture dragging on tile floors (internal)
- AC unit hum in courtyard rooms
Før du booker
Godt at vide
- Eco-tax of €0.50 per person/night is payable at check-in
- The rooftop pool is seasonal (summer only) and unheated; indoor pool is heated year-round
- Parking is available but costs extra (~€8-10/day) and spaces are tight
Hvad skal du pakke
- High-quality earplugs (non-negotiable)
- European Type G adapter (British style)
- Flip flops for the pool deck
Værelses-genie
Bedste valg
- Junior Suite Sea View (7th floor) for the best views and slightly less street noise
- Sea View rooms with balconies (worth the upgrade over 'Inland' or 'Courtyard')
Værelser at undgå
- Courtyard View rooms (often dark, facing AC compressors)
- Lower floor rooms facing the street (maximum club noise)
Værelses-anmodnings-genie – kopier og indsæt
“I am a light sleeper and would appreciate a room on the highest possible floor, facing the sea. Please avoid the courtyard/internal shaft rooms due to AC noise.”
Ofte stillede spørgsmål og skjulte tips
Alt hvad du gerne vil vide før du booker.
Is the hotel quiet?
No. It is in the middle of Malta's busiest nightlife district. Expect noise.
Is breakfast included?
Depends on your rate, but guests consistently say the buffet package is good value.
Is there a pool?
Yes, two. A seasonal rooftop outdoor pool and a heated indoor pool.
How close is the beach?
St. George's Bay (sandy beach) is a 5-minute walk (approx. 300m).
Does the hotel allow pets?
No, pets are generally not allowed.
Is there parking?
Yes, an underground garage is available for a daily fee (approx €8-10).
Insidertips
- ✨
The 'Newtones' gym is functional but dated; go early to avoid the post-work rush.
- ✨
Walk to the 'Millennium Chapel' nearby if you need a sudden escape to total silence.
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The rooftop restaurant 'Settimo Cielo' is only open in summer but offers the best sunset views in the building.
5 ting du bør vide før du tager af sted
💡The 'Courtyard' view is often just a view of other guests' windows and AC vents.
💡The indoor pool requires a swimming cap (sometimes enforced, sometimes not).
💡You can hear chairs scraping on the floor from the room above you due to tile flooring.
💡The elevators can be slow during breakfast rush hour.
💡The AC in the rooms is centrally controlled seasonally (heating in winter, cooling in summer).
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