The Preluna Hotel

Checked in on 26 February 2026. No bottle water or snacks in the room, asked the reception for water was told I have to pay for it and get it at the bar. You have to pay for hotel Wi-Fi in a four stay hotel. Wall plugs not working to charge my laptop and phones. Reported to the reception desk and no one to fix it.

This hotel is in a great location close to shops and restaurants. Good amenities are there as well. The hotel is close to bus stops. The staff is friendly and accommodating. HOWEVER, the rooms have NO air conditioning during "cold" seasons. This may sound reasonable except that I found my room uncomfortably HOT. I really think that if they are truly concerned with the guests comfort as they state in their welcome letter, then guests should be able to choose their own level of heating and cooling. I that regard, I will never stay there again or recommend to anyone else. And please don't give me environmental reasons, that's a bunch of BS.

Located on.Sliema promenade within a 10 minute walk of the ferry terminal. Bus stops within 100 metres for regular services to Valetta, Mosta, Mdina (Rabat) and Bugibba. Family owned. Excellent food with themed evenings ( Mexican, Oriental, Maltese, Mediterranean and Italian). Very friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommended.

This is a lovely hotel. We were given a welcome drink as soon as we arrived. We were too early for our room but checked our bags in and went for a walk around. The hotel is right opposite the sea and there is a small cafe oppisite selling snacks, cakes and meals. We found a Spar close by too. The room was warm and cosy with a walk in shower. It was cleaned every day and we had new bedding and towels. It also had a small fridge. We didn't have any robes for the pool and spa in the room but when I requested them they appeared in our room very quickly. The next day we went for breakfast and there was so much to chose from including a cooked breakfast with 3 types of eggs, fruit, pancakes, meats, cheeses, yoghurt cakes and fruit. There was a poster to tell us what the evening meal was. It was a Mediterranean night. We decided to try it and it was great. Again there was lots to choose from, buffet style, just like breakfast. We liked it so much we had dinner in there nearly every night and every night it was a different theme. The hotel also had a roof top restaurant and cocktail bar where we ate one night. The food was excellent and so was the service. The hotel staff were all so friendly. I would definitely go back.

We arrived 22nd January. Put in a room on the fourth floor in the new building. Reception staff were welcoming and very friendly. Couldn't checkin until 14:00 Rooms are nice, modern. Some have balconies, some dont. We got allocated one. We got free WiFi that worked brilliant. You get a fridge and kettle in the room. The only down side for us was the bulding work at the back. We kept door shut. Some of the plugs in the room are European and not 3 pin UK adaptor. The shower in the bathroom was crap but it worked. The power was terrible. If I did visit Malta yes I'd stay here again.

Excellent stay! The hotel is in a prime location, making it easy to explore the city. The rooms were spotlessly clean, and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. Also, the food was absolutely delicious—I highly recommend the breakfast!

A return Christmas holiday....having been Christmas 2019 Things have changed in some aspects.....certainly for the better. Stayed half board.....certainly wasn't disappointed with the food. Amazing! Entertainment...chilled! Cleanliness...spot on! Stayed on the 7th floor, spacious room with balcony overlooking the sea and promenade. Chanapha looks after the 7th floor. She is amazing....polite, cheery, hard working. Looked forward to seeing her along the corridor. Please give her a deserved pat on the back. Preluna are lucky to have staff like her.

★★★★★ Thoughtful Hospitality, VIP Touches, and a Memorable Dining Experience My stay at The Preluna Hotel was defined by genuine hospitality and attention to detail — the kind that makes you feel welcomed rather than simply checked in. The staff were consistently warm, attentive, and proactive. From the very beginning, there was a clear sense that they cared about the quality of the experience, not just the logistics. Requests were handled smoothly, communication was easy, and the overall tone was friendly, professional, and relaxed. I stayed in a VIP room, and it truly elevated the experience. The space was comfortable, well-appointed, and thoughtfully prepared — but what made it special was the wine upgrade. That small yet elegant gesture immediately set the tone and made the stay feel personal and considered, not generic. It’s exactly the kind of detail that stays with you. A highlight of the stay was dinner at Sakura. The atmosphere is refined and calm, and the food is beautifully prepared. It’s not just convenient hotel dining — it’s a destination in itself. The quality, presentation, and overall experience made it a standout moment of the trip. Overall, The Preluna Hotel combines strong service, well-designed rooms, and thoughtful VIP-level details with an excellent on-site restaurant. The staff are the true backbone of the experience, turning a comfortable stay into a genuinely pleasant and memorable one. I would happily return and recommend it to anyone looking for warmth, quality, and a touch of elegance in Sliema.

30th December to the 6th of January 26. Absolutely fabulous hotel. Wonderful staff, great breakfast, our seaview room was amazing. The staff couldn’t do enough so helpful, professional and friendly. Would highly recommend. Nearby everything from bus routes to lovely restaurants and shops. Watching the fireworks from the stunning sky bar on New Year’s Eve was lovely too. Top marks to all @ The Preluna! Would love to return x

I read nearly every review of every hotel in Sliema and Valetta, I am so glad we selected Preluna! This hotel was exceptional from start to finish. We were welcomed at reception with a local drink, which was such a nice touch. Our room was incredibly comfortable and spotless—huge credit to the cleaning staff, who did an amazing job and were super friendly. The location is perfect, with a bus stop right outside the door, making it easy to get around. The pool was fantastic too. We traveled in October so it wasn’t crowded at all, though I’m not sure what it’s like during peak summer. We paid to include breakfast and it was absolutely worth it—tons of options, and they changed things up each day. We didn’t end up doing lunch or dinner since we weren’t sure how often we’d be at the hotel, but the themed menus sounded fun and the cuisine varied throughout the week. I’ve seen complaints about construction nearby, and I honestly don’t get it. Yes, there was construction next door, but we never heard it. And frankly, most of Malta is under construction—this wasn’t an issue at all. One tip: pay the few extra dollars for a room with a balcony. It was absolutely perfect and made the stay feel even more special. We’re already talking about going back to Malta this spring just to stay here again.