Preferred Hotels

From grand palaces to intimate hideaways, from restored monasteries to modern boutique properties, from country chateaus to seaside resorts, all preferred hotels featured in Ormina Tours’ itineraries have been meticulously handpicked for their unparalleled hospitality offering, comfort, location and uniqueness. All preferred hotels are four or five star properties and are luxuriously appointed. Our preferred hotel choices reflect our desire to ensure you enjoy a comfortable and relaxing stay.

Malta, Mdina – The Xara Palace

Location

Set in a 17th Century palace within the medieval city walls, this elegant hotel is a 3 minute walk from St. Paul’s Cathedral and 5 km from San Anton Palace.

Malta, San Ġiljan – Golden Tulip Vivaldi Hotel

Location

Situated very close to the sparkling sea, the hotel promises stunning views and a genuine Mediterranean atmosphere. It is also very close to a number of amenities including the casino, cinema, bowling alley, shops, restaurants and banks. The hotel has 263 elegant rooms – many with panoramic sea views.

Read more about Malta in our Malta Destination blog.

Malta, Senglea – Cugó Gran Macina Grand Harbour

Location

In a historic building overlooking the Grand Harbour, this chic, all-suite boutique hotel is 3 km from the medieval Fort St. Angelo and 8 km from the picturesque Upper Barrakka Gardens. It’s 7 km from Malta International Airport.

Malta, St. Julian’s – The Westin Dragonara Resort

Location

Discover one of Malta’s top 5-star hotels located in the heart of downtown St Julian’s and right on the water’s edge, from where one can directly access the Mediterranean sea from our two private beach lidos. With over 74,000 square metres of space, The Westin Dragonara Resort is your ideal holiday or business accommodation.

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Malta, St. Julians – Hotel Juliani

A warm and friendly atmosphere created by the staff will leave you in awe of their knowledge and hospitality. With views of the bay from your balcony, Hotel Julilani is a great location to easily access St Julian, Valetta and other prime locations.

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LOCAL TOUCHES

The hotel pride in their local heritage. They endeavour to give all  guests a taste of the hotels’s unique history as well as contemporary Maltese culture. Local touches throughout the hotel include bespoke ceramics produced exclusively for Juliani, custom artwork by Maltese artist Pippa Toledo, a library of Maltese arts and culture books for your enjoyment in their café lounge, and local menu items from “pastizzi” to “puddina”.

 

 

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Malta, Valletta – Casa Ellul

Location

Casa Ellul is one of the most luxurious boutique hotels in Valletta, situated right in the heart of Malta’s capital city.  Located on a quiet street, yet within walking distance to all attractions, this boutique hotel offers its guests the perfect location to explore Valletta – a City rich in history, architectural splendour and religious iconography.

Malta, Valletta – De Vilhena Boutique Hotel

Location

The De Vilhena is located in the city centre just off St George’s square and the Grand Masters Palace. The city streets outside are lively and vibrant lined with some of the city’s best restaurants and boutiques.

The Hotel’s central location also means that all major attractions within the city are within a short walking distance from De Vilhena, making the hotel the ideal location to discover Valletta’s many historical gems.

The hotel is also located close to the once notorious Strait Street, which was the islands principle entertainment hub until the 70’s. The street fell in decline with the departure of the British Mediterranean fleet and business moving to the thriving sea side resorts of Sliema and St Julians.

Until recently the once lively street lay dormant, however in recent years a number of the street’s old bars have been renovated and converted into quirky and hip lounge bars.

Malta, Valletta – Domus Zamittello

Location

Prominently located in Valletta, the hotel is at a short distance to the main bus terminus, close to the magnificent parliament designed by renowned architect Renzo Piano, and a few steps from the open-air theatre, formally the Royal Malta Opera House. It is also surrounded by the best culinary addresses of the capital city. The stately entrance of the hotel reveals its grandeur once one walks into the reception and restored courtyard area.

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Malta, Valletta – Hotel Excelsior

Location

As the premier destination among 5-star Valletta hotels, the Grand Hotel Excelsior is ideally located on the doorstep of a UNESCO World Heritage Site – the Capital City of Valletta, with all its major attractions, culture, art treasures, and historical architectural gems. Overlooking Marsamxett Harbour and Fort Manoel, this upscale hotel occupies an imposing building surrounded by 16th Century fortifications. It’s 2 km from bustling Valetta Waterfront.

Malta, Valletta – Hotel Phoenicia

Location

With neoclassical design and a storied past, this landmark luxury hotel is just a 6 minute walk from the National Museum of Archaeology and 1km from the baroque-era Valletta Waterfront.

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Malta, Valletta – La Falconeria

Location

Guests will be happy to find several landmarks and useful connections within walking distance. One can reach the city of Sliema within minutes via the harbour by way of the Sliema Ferry. Republic Street, the High Street, and national bus terminal are all within walking distance, and prestigious buildings and museums can be found everywhere you look. Yet, even though La Falconeria is so central, it’s position in a quiet side street just off the main thoroughfare ensures you have an oasis to come back to after your busy day.

Malta, Valletta – Palazzo Consiglia

Location

Palazzo Consiglia is a traditional Maltese townhouse situated at the heart of Valletta in St Ursula Street, just a few metres away from the St Rocco’s church and key attractions such as the Lower Barrakka Gardens, Valletta Waterfront and Fort Saint Elmo.

Malta, Valletta – Rosselli Hotel

Location

Serenely located within the walls of the busy capital city of Malta. The hotel is conveniently located close to St George’s Square and the The Grandmaster’s Palace.

Malta, Valletta – The Saint John

Location

In a 17th-century building across from the 16th-century Church of the Circumcision of Our Lord, this chic boutique hotel in the historic city centre is 9 km from Malta International Airport.

Montenegro, Kotor – Astoria Hotel

Location

The Astoria Hotel has a very attractive location; specifically, it is in the main street of the Old Town. As the first and the only hotel located in the Old Town, it affords you an opportunity to be at the right place where all events come about.

The marina for your yacht, perfect beaches for rest and enjoyment, many souvenir shops, night clubs and other accompanying facilities for business clients are all available just a step from you.

Montenegro, Kotor – Hotel Forza Mare

Location

Hotel Forza Mare is the first design hotel in the area. This family – owned boutique hotel is situated 3km away from the old town of Kotor, in a small village Dobrota, at the waterfront of the Boka Bay.

Montenegro, Kotor – Hotel Hippocampus

Location

Kotor, a medieval town that is on the UNESCO World Heritage Site list, hosts the boutique hotel Hippocampus in a renovated 17th century building offering a perfect combination of luxury and privacy in the middle of the Boka Bay.

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Montenegro, Sveti Stefan – Aman Sveti Stefan

Location

Set next to Sveti Stefan beach on an island linked by a causeway, this high-end, village-style resort with a separate mainland villa is 2 km from Praskvica Monastery and 11 km from Budva Old Town.

Netherlands, Amsterdam – Ambassade Hotel

Location

The Ambassade’s central location on the Herengracht makes it an ideal place from which to explore the city. Many museums and sights can be reached on foot in just a few minutes. Likewise numerous cafés, restaurants, shopping streets and the famous Amsterdam flower market.

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Netherlands, Amsterdam – Conservatorium Hotel

Location

Located in the Museum Square district, the hotel is set in a former music conservatory with a Neo-Gothic facade.  In this vibrant and elegant setting, the city’s crown jewels – the Van Gogh Museum, Concertgebouw, Rijksmuseum, Vondelpark  and Amsterdam’s most indulgent shopping – are literally at your doorstep.