La Valletta in Malta
Hotels near Valletta Cruise Port
Stay close to port, in city centre, waterfront, …
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Staying near to La Valletta cruise port gives holidaymakers the opportunity to enjoy magnificent views from the coastline. There’s always a lot going on at the terminal too, so find a cosy cafe, buy a coffee and watch the world go by. If you want to get around La Valletta the easy way, you can’t beat walking.
Cruise ships dock at the passenger terminal located close to the Old Town at the Waterfront Harbour Complex, which is the gateway to Malta’s capital city.
To find the best hotel deals, the internet should be your first port of call. Valletta in Malta is an extremely popular holiday destination with visitors from all over the world, so it’s advisable to book up sooner rather than later.
There are always plenty of special offers and amazing discounts on hotels, B&Bs, apartments or studios, so keep checking. If you plan to take a cruise from this bustling port in Malta, finding hotels close by won’t be too difficult either. There’s plenty of “old world” charm here in many of the hotels that also offer comfortable, spacious rooms and lots of enjoyable facilities.
Bestsellers
Grand Hotel Excelsior
Seafront hotel situated just outside the city centre. Port is within easy reach.
Ursulino Valletta
5 star luxury stay in the heart of Valletta Malta, not far from Casa Rocca Piccola.
Valletta
Cruise Port of Valletta – Waterfront
Vessels in the city tie up at the cruise ship terminal, which can be found at Valletta Waterfront, also known as Pinto Wharf or Pinto Stores. The Waterfront seaside complex consists out of 250-year-old historical warehouses, refurbished into restaurants, shops and bars. The Grand Harbour is a 15 minutes walk away.
From the cruise passenger terminal you can reach the Old Town by taxi, on foot or by taking the Barrakka Lift from the pier up to Barrakka Gardens. Main cruiselines operating from the port are P&O Cruises, SeaDream and Silversea.
It’s also possible to stay within your budget when on holiday in Malta especially if you choose accommodation within walking distance of the port terminal. With so many affordable deals on offer, it’s a good idea to take your time and do some research before making a final reservation. La Valletta has so much to offer in the way of great deals for hotels and other types of holiday accommodation within most budgets. Keep browsing online deals and offers for hotels at the terminal, after all you don’t want to miss out on a bargain.
City of La Valletta in Malta
There are many 16th century buildings in the beautiful city of La Valletta in Malta.
It’s a fortress city which was built on the rocks of the Mount Sceberras peninsula between the beautiful Marsamxett and Grand Harbours.
It has many forts, cathedrals and bastions for visitors to see, along with a rich history. The port of La Valletta leads on to narrow streets where there are beautiful churches, palaces and fine works of art.
Take in the fountains, interesting statues, quirky shops and cafes or buy jewellery, fashionable clothing or music in Valletta’s main thoroughfares.
There are also plenty of hotels and holiday accommodation especially close to the cruise port terminal. Voyages departing from La Valletta in Malta sail across the Mediterranean Sea to various ports such as Marseille in France, Palermo in Sicily, Valencia in Spain, Genoa Italy and the Port of Rome Civitavecchia.
What to Do?
Find a good street map and wend your way through the quaint streets. Why not spend a day on the beach or go sailing?
There are fishing opportunities too or play a round of golf. If you prefer to relax while on holiday, pamper yourself at a health club and have a soothing massage.
There are fantastic deals you can take advantage of. After either a day of activities or relaxation, hit the shopping malls to do some retail therapy, there’s nothing better.
Wherever you stay in Malta, you won’t be too far away from the cruise port terminal which is especially handy if you’re planning the next leg of your holiday on a luxury cruise ship.
Nearest Airport
Malta International Airport (MLA) — main international airport, located only a few miles or kms from the capital city La Valletta.
Some Facts
Language
The language in Valletta is Maltese, but most people speak English as well.
Currency
The currency in Valletta is Euro (€). You can find ATM’s along the city.