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Reviews of The Diplomat Hotel 4 stars

173 Tower Road, SLM 1609 Sliema, Malta

#28 of 39 hotels in Sliema

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 2110 hotel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.6

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  • Reviewed: 4 September 2025

    9.0
    Absolutely wonderful, would definitely go back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    In an ideal world we would have had a balcony space to sit out but it really didn’t impact our stay and our view from the balcony we had was breathtaking! We also knew this when booking!

    My mother and I stayed here for 4 nights last week and we were really happy with everything, the staff were so friendly and helpful, the location is fabulous, we had a sea view room which was just magic to wake up to, the room was so clean and plenty of space for the two of us. Breakfast had lots of options and we never had to wait for a table. Must mention the manager that came to our room to fix our AC (I never caught his name) and also Sahil who was so kind in trying to help us book a taxi remotely while we were stranded in Floriana after a concert. We were so grateful!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2025

    7.0
    Was ok
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pool area doesn’t look so great as in pics Some renovations wouldn’t hurt

    Good choice of breakfast Nice location Overall not bad, but for 4 stars hotel could be better

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2025

    8.0
    We loved this location and hotel! Lovely staff and good breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Lateral Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could use a little freshen up

    Great location and great facilities!!

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2025

    7.0
    Fine
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could be cleaner, run down compared to the highly edited pictures, low quality breakfast.

    Fair location although st Julian’s or Valletta would be nicer. Really really lovely view.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2025

    9.0
    Lovely stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel is renovated, but needs some fixing. It was difficult to open our bathroom door, both to get in and out, it was getting stuck on the floor

    It was a very good stay. Location was good, not much in front but in 10-15 in any direction we had plenty of food options. The most important at that time was that it was quiet. No constructions around as it is happening a lot in Malta. Very nice view from the rooftop pool. The room was comfortable, with a coffee station, mini bar, and they do provide rope and sleepers which is nice. But the main reason I would go back is the BREAKFAST!!! It was amazing with a huge variety, and every morning there was something new.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2025

    7.0
    Decent stay, but felt that I overpaid
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Lateral Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I can imagine this hotel was once considered stylish, but it froze in time. There is probably better value for your money to be had in the area. The pictures definitely suggest a more modern place than it actually is Staff wasn't always as friendly

    Good location, pretty nice breakfast.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2025

    8.0
    Nice hotel, friendly staff, would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    When we arrived we’d booked a family suit, However we only had one bed in the room we were allocated. The staff were really quick to respond and brought another bed to our room straight away, however this made it cramped and I was left thinking that maybe this was a standard room with a camp bed and not a family suit.

    The room was renovated nice and modern. The pool area and spa were good. The staff were exceptionally nice, really friendly and very helpful.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room with Lateral Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast and the view from our room were excellent. The location is very good. It takes about 15 minutes of walking to the port with the ferries to Valletta.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2025

    8.0
    We really enjoyed our stay at the hotel, the amenities and the staff!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double or Twin Room with Lateral Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Great views, great location and good air conditioning.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 11 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only niggle I had was no parasols at the pool. And with temperature in the 30's most days I feel they should be available.

    The Hotel was great and staff very helpful. Breakfast was amazing. The variety of food on offer every morning was mind blowing. Pool and pool bar exceptional and the views were stunning.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2025

    9.0
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel is a bit old, but it’s comfortable and well-equipped. We enjoyed the swimming pool, gym, and Jacuzzi. The staff were very nice, and the breakfast was great too!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double or Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    My room had a musty weird smell. The balcony was very small, I wouldn't call it a balcony. I spent some time at the rooftop pool, and they were playing slow sexual music, and there were kids around. It felt inappropriate. I requested a second room key, and the cleaner kept taking it from the room, which was annoying.

    I had a sea view room on the 6th floor the view was amazing as if you were sleeping on the water. It was clean and comfortable.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2025

    8.0
    Very nice excellent location, pool was clean and well maintained.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Coffee, tea, milk in room was not replenished regularly.

    Very clean, good location, breakfast very good.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2025

    7.0
    Not bad
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The room was too small. I think I chose the best room, a sea view room, which was around 270 euros/night. This is almost the same price as other 5-star hotels. I never stay in others, so I am not sure if it is an average situation. However, the room is very small and old. The room may be more valuable for its location than for the room itself.

    The breakfast was not outstanding but average and tasted OK. The location is excellent as it is on the coastline and you can see the sea as soon as you open the windows of the room.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2025

    8.0
    Great location, staff, breakfast and reasonably priced
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    lovely breakfast location and staff

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2025

    8.0
    It was nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All was good

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very noisy neighbourhood during the nights, very small balcony, can't seat there.

    Great location, tasty breakfast, helpful staff

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2025

    8.0
    Nice stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Lateral Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We stayed for 3 nights and twice we had to ask for toilet paper as they leave just 1 in your room and not the best quality so it soon goes. We found it funny but also irritating. For a huge hotel as this one, there really isn't enough beds around the pool, and there were a few broken ones and not comfy at all.

    Super comfortable bed. Excellent choice of breakfast.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Expensive for what it was. The local area could be tidier.

    Excellent breakfast - so much choice with some variation each day. The hotel was very clean. We used the roof top bar, which was friendly. The pool looked nice. We booked an excursion via a stand in reception, which was great. Outside, cross the road and it's not far to the bus stop, which also goes to the airport. It's only about a 20 minute walk to the ferry for Valetta. There are some bars and restaurants, but most are down near the ferry. Across the road, there are steps down to the 'beach' - note, this is just rock and there is no sand locally. The sea can be entered and it's worth taking a snorkel.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2025

    7.0
    A good property but not amazing value as is fairly basic
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small room Very firm bed

    Really good position

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2025

    8.0
    Good hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some renewal needed. Just to refresh rooms.

    Location, staff, cleanliness.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location to Beach ,restaurants, and town. VIew beautiful. Rooms comfortable. Rooftop bar and pool excellent although lounges with sunshade on would be better.Entertainment on rooftop was a bonus.A better dinner menu on the rooftop would also be beneficial. .View wonderful on the rooftop.Staff friendly and attentive.Bonus also to have cafe in hotel and breakfast excellent.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2025

    9.0
    A lovely stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Lateral Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pool was on the small side

    Great location , friendly staff and excellent breakfast

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only one lift was working with full hotel capacity. Sometimes, it was time-consuming to get the lift.

    Close to all amenities, good location, very nice breakfast variety in terms of food. Staff was helpful.

    Stayed in July 2025

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