Four-star hotel on Sliema seafront promenade with sea views, spa facilities, and multiple dining options. This established property offers comfortable rooms, private beach club, and easy ferry access to Valletta.
The Preluna Hotel & Spa occupies a prime position on Tower Road, the famous seafront promenade in Sliema, Malta's most vibrant coastal suburb. Situated at 124 Tower Road, the four-star property commands direct views across Marsamxett Harbour toward the golden limestone fortifications of Valletta, just a short ferry ride away from the nearby Sliema Ferry Terminal. The hotel sits within comfortable walking distance of Sliema's bustling shopping strip, seaside café culture, and the Bisazza Street retail corridor.
The Preluna is a long-established landmark on the Sliema waterfront, having undergone successive modernisation campaigns while retaining its reputation as a dependable mid-range base for both leisure travellers and business guests. The property spans a sizeable seafront footprint and features a warm Mediterranean aesthetic throughout its public spaces and guest rooms.
Room categories range from economy rooms with courtyard orientations to balcony sea view rooms and junior suites with unobstructed harbour panoramas. All rooms include air conditioning, television, and free Wi-Fi. Junior sea view suites offer the best vantage point across the channel to Valletta's baroque skyline.
Dining is a significant draw at the Preluna. The Triton Restaurant serves international and Maltese dishes with harbour views, while Sakura Japanese Cuisine brings an East Asian counterpoint to the Mediterranean setting. The Skyroom Cocktail Bar & Grill crowns the rooftop with panoramic views ideal for sunset drinks and grilled dishes. A further bar and pool snack facilities complete the food and beverage offering.
The Feel Good Wellness Spa & Gym provides a range of treatments and fitness facilities year-round. The Preluna's private beach club — operating from May through October — features a saltwater pool set directly on the seafront, making it one of the few hotels in Sliema to offer direct sea access. An on-site PADI-certified scuba diving school makes the property particularly popular with divers exploring Malta's famous underwater wrecks and reefs around the island.
Families benefit from the beach club facilities and the hotel's central location, while the conference suite and business amenities attract corporate guests. The concierge team assists with Valletta day-trip planning, island excursions, and boat charter bookings.
Amenities
- spa
- pool
- restaurants
- beach club
- gym
- free WiFi
- sea views
Location
124 Tower Road, Sliema SLM 1600
35.9086, 14.5078 View on map
Highlights
- Prime Sliema seafront position on Tower Road with direct views across Marsamxett Harbour to Valletta's baroque skyline
- Private beach club with saltwater pool operating May–October, one of few Sliema hotels with direct sea access
- Multiple dining options including Skyroom Cocktail Bar & Grill and Sakura Japanese Cuisine
- On-site PADI-certified scuba diving school for exploring Malta's famous underwater wrecks and reefs
- Feel Good Wellness Spa & Gym with full treatment menu and fitness facilities available year-round
Tips for visiting
- Book a sea view balcony room for unobstructed harbour panoramas — request an upper floor to clear the promenade trees
- The beach club operates May–October only; off-season guests can use the indoor gym and wellness facilities
- The Sliema Ferry Terminal is a 10-minute walk north along the promenade — a return ticket provides the most scenic route to Valletta
- Sakura restaurant serves lunch and dinner; reservations are recommended in peak summer season
- Evening parking on Tower Road is tight; the hotel reception can advise on nearby paid parking options
Accessibility
The Preluna Hotel has lift access to all floors and step-free entry through the main lobby. Some rooms are configured for guests with mobility requirements — contact the hotel directly to confirm specific wheelchair-accessible room availability. The Tower Road seafront promenade is flat and paved.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is the Preluna Hotel from Valletta?
Valletta is approximately 10–15 minutes by ferry from the Sliema Ferry Terminal, which is around a 10-minute walk along Tower Road from the hotel. A taxi or bus to Valletta takes around 20 minutes depending on traffic.
Does the hotel have a pool?
The Preluna operates a private beach club with a saltwater outdoor pool from May through October. The hotel also has indoor gym and wellness facilities available year-round.
Is the Preluna Hotel family-friendly?
The hotel welcomes families and the beach club is suitable for children. Families often opt for sea view rooms or junior suites. The concierge can arrange child-friendly island excursions.
Is the scuba diving school suitable for beginners?
Yes, the on-site PADI-certified diving school caters to complete beginners through introductory discover dives, as well as certified open-water and advanced divers exploring Malta's famous wrecks and reefs.