🇲🇹 Gzira, Malta
Grands Suites
📍 Triq in-Rebha c/o Sliema road, Gzira
A sua permanência — Grands Suites
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A propriedade — Grands Suites
The Grands Suites in Gzira is a practical, no-nonsense three-star hotel that leans into self-catering apartments rather than frills. The lobby feels like a clean, functional business lounge – tiled floors, a small sofa area, and a reception desk that processes check-ins efficiently. It suits travellers who want a reliable base with a kitchenette and don't care about pool, restaurant or views. The USP is location: a short walk to Sliema's ferry and seafront, with bus stops right outside.
Crónicas de Gzira
Gzira grew from a fishing village in the 19th century into a residential and commercial hub during British rule, largely due to its proximity to Valletta and the Grand Harbour. The Victorian-era villas along the seafront – now often converted into hotels or offices – reflect that colonial prosperity. After independence, the area boomed with apartment blocks, making it one of Malta's most densely packed localities. Today, it's a workaday mix of local businesses, expat rentals and student housing, with a real edge of urban Maltese life.
Melhor época para visitar
Guia completo de Gzira →Melhores meses
May and October offer warm, sunny days (25-28°C) without July-August crowds; June is also good but pricing starts rising.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August are peak, driven by European school holidays and the Malta International Arts Festival (July). Hotel prices in Gzira can double; booking 6+ months ahead is essential for the Grands Suites.
Orçamento da temporada
April and November are the best shoulder months – April sees spring blooms and Easter events, November has mild 18-20°C days and rock-bottom rates for winter standard.
Tempo e embalagem
Malta's climate is famously stable but windy: the summer sirocco can push temperatures past 35°C with Saharan dust. Pack light layers, a windbreaker for ferry rides, and sunblock SPF 50+ even for cloudy days.
Livro City Briefing — Gzira
- Valletta's Carmelite Church facade is undergoing restoration – scaffolding and noise around the piazza until late 2026, but baroque interiors remain open.
- Malta's public bus system has increased frequency on routes 13, 14 and 15 (Sliema/Gzira to Valletta) as of March 2026, reducing wait times to 10 minutes in peak hours.
- The Sliema waterfront promenade is partially closed for sewage upgrades until July 2026, with diversions around the Qui-Si-Sana area – expect a 10-minute detour on foot.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Grands Suites, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the rear courtyard (away from Triq in-Rebha). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within the lift's reliable range, and the courtyard side is markedly quieter than the front.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room on the ground or first floor facing Triq in-Rebha. That side gets direct traffic and pedestrian noise from this main road, plus any delivery or service vehicle idling. Also avoid rooms directly next to the lift shaft on any floor — older 3-star lifts can be audible.
Best views
Front-facing rooms on floors 4 or above look over Triq in-Rebha towards the Sliema waterfront, with partial sea glimpses between buildings. Rear-facing rooms have a residential courtyard view — less dramatic but much quieter.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest — enough elevation to buffer street sounds, and less foot traffic than lower floors.
🔊 Noise notes
Triq in-Rebha is a through road connecting to Sliema, so traffic builds during morning and evening rush hours. Occasional motorbikes and buses pass. The hotel's side entrance may also get delivery noise in early mornings.
Insider tips
1. If travelling by car, street parking is scarce and often pay-per-hour; ask reception about a nearby public car park (like the one at Gzira's waterfront, 5 minutes walk). 2. Check-in can be swift if you arrive after 14:00; early arrivals may need to leave luggage. Request a 'silent room' when booking if you're a light sleeper.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Instalações do hotel — Grands Suites
free for all guests at basic speed (5 Mbps download); 10 EUR per day for 'Premium' tier up to 50 Mbps, no login required
one small lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections
no physical newspapers; free access to PressReader via hotel tablets in lobby
check-in from 14:00, early bag-drop from 10:00 (free, no guarantee via phone ahead); late check-out fee 20 EUR until 18:00, or half day rate after
free for same-day arrivals/departures; 5 EUR per bag per day for longer holds
step-free entrance via ramp at side door; no wheelchair-adapted rooms; lift fits standard wheelchair but not a mobility scooter
no on-site parking; nearest public garage is 'Valletta Waterfront Car Park' at 10 EUR for 24 hours, 0.8 km walk; EV charging not available
Taxas, Taxas e Depósitos
City / tourist tax: 10% of room rate plus 0.50 EUR per person per night (over 18, capped at 5 nights)
Deposit & card hold: one night's deposit charged at booking; 50 EUR cash or card hold for incidentals on arrival
Faith & Dietary nas proximidades
- Church: Il-Parroċċa tal-Gżira (Monte Karmeli) (192 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Il-Knisja tal-Kunċizzjoni Immakulata (492 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Bible Baptist Church (713 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Holy Trinity Church (836 m · ~10 min walk)
Estilo de vida e recreação local
Venture Trading — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Ġnien Il-Kunsill tal-Ewropa — 394 m · ~5 min walk
MICAS Vaults — 1.6 km · ~21 min walk
Orpheum — 330 m · ~4 min walk
Johnny Agius Memorial — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
5 minutos de rádio essencial
Euronet — 109 m · ~1 min walk
O'Hea Pharmacy — 142 m · ~2 min walk
MyConvenience Gżira 4 — 113 m · ~1 min walk
Sliema — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
Dinheiro e moeda
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist spots as they give poor rates and high fees.
Cards widely accepted in most shops, restaurants, and transport; contactless and mobile pay are common; carry some cash for small kiosks or markets.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares, leave 5-10% at restaurants if service is good, and tip hotel staff a couple of euros for help.
Comer, Comprar e Viajar em um Orçamento
Cheap car hire →A standard espresso or cappuccino from a local cafe or pastizzeria costs about €1.50-€2.00.
A pastizzi (flaky pastry filled with ricotta or peas) or a ftira (Maltese flatbread sandwich) from a bakery costs roughly €3-€5.
A main course at a modest trattoria or pizzeria runs around €10-€15.
Pastizzerias and bakeries along Triq in-Rebha and nearby streets sell cheap pastizzi, pizzas, and ftira; no specific street food market here but plenty of takeaway options.
Lidl, Pavi supermarkets, and local mini-markets are common; Lidl is cheapest for basics.
Sliema's high-street chains (like Zara, H&M) are a short bus or walk away; no dedicated market in Gzira.
A single bus fare is €1.50; a day pass costs €2.00 (tap card) or €7.50 (on-bus cash). From the airport, take bus X2 (€2.00) or a shared shuttle for around €5-€10.
Buy a Tallinja card for €1.50 at any newsagent to get cheaper bus fares (€0.75 per trip capped at €1.50/day). Self-cater with groceries from Lidl. Avoid bottled water – tap water is safe and free.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Gzira, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Grands Suites
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Euronet — 109 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · O'Hea Pharmacy — 142 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Vindo ao redor
Malta International Airport (MLA) – Bus Stop 1 → Gzira – near 115 The Strand (right on The Strand promenade)
💡 Get the Tallinja card from any tobacco shop – tap on and off. Without it, a single ride is €3.00 (pay driver). Sit on the left side for views of Valletta as you cross the harbour.
Gzira Bus Terminus (5-min walk from hotel, opposite Sliema Ferries) → Valletta, Sliema, St Julian's, Spinola Bay
💡 For St Julian’s/Paceville, take route 13 (direct along the coast) rather than 14 which goes inland. Routes 15 and 16 loop through Sliema – useful if you want to hop off at the ferries. Buy a pack of 12 rides on the Tallinja app for €15 – cheapest for short hops.
Valletta Ferry Terminal (Lascaris) or Sliema Ferries → Gzira Strand (nearest jetty: near the hotel – about 200m walk)
💡 Take the Valletta–Sliema passenger ferry (€2.50, 5 mins) then walk along the coast to Gzira. For a direct water taxi from Valletta to Gzira, flag one by the ferry – cheaper than official water tours. Great if you’re staying later and want a scenic ride back.
Malta International Airport (MLA) → 115 The Strand Hotel & Suites, Gzira
💡 Bolt is usually €5-€10 cheaper than ecabs for this route. Pre-book ecabs for late-night arrivals – Bolt drivers can be scarce past midnight.
Perguntas frequentes
What are the best rooms at Grands Suites?
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the rear courtyard (away from Triq in-Rebha). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within the lift's reliable range, and the courtyard side is markedly quieter than the front.
Which rooms should I avoid at Grands Suites?
Avoid any room on the ground or first floor facing Triq in-Rebha. That side gets direct traffic and pedestrian noise from this main road, plus any delivery or service vehicle idling. Also avoid rooms directly next to the lift shaft on any floor — older 3-star lifts can be audible.
Is Grands Suites noisy?
Triq in-Rebha is a through road connecting to Sliema, so traffic builds during morning and evening rush hours. Occasional motorbikes and buses pass. The hotel's side entrance may also get delivery noise in early mornings.
Which rooms have the best views at Grands Suites?
Front-facing rooms on floors 4 or above look over Triq in-Rebha towards the Sliema waterfront, with partial sea glimpses between buildings. Rear-facing rooms have a residential courtyard view — less dramatic but much quieter.
What are insider tips for staying at Grands Suites?
1. If travelling by car, street parking is scarce and often pay-per-hour; ask reception about a nearby public car park (like the one at Gzira's waterfront, 5 minutes walk). 2. Check-in can be swift if you arrive after 14:00; early arrivals may need to leave luggage. Request a 'silent room' when booking if you're a light sleeper.
What time is check-in at Grands Suites?
Check-in at Grands Suites is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Grands Suites have Wi-Fi?
free for all guests at basic speed (5 Mbps download); 10 EUR per day for 'Premium' tier up to 50 Mbps, no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Grands Suites?
10% of room rate plus 0.50 EUR per person per night (over 18, capped at 5 nights)
Where can I eat cheaply near Grands Suites?
A pastizzi (flaky pastry filled with ricotta or peas) or a ftira (Maltese flatbread sandwich) from a bakery costs roughly €3-€5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Grands Suites?
A single bus fare is €1.50; a day pass costs €2.00 (tap card) or €7.50 (on-bus cash). From the airport, take bus X2 (€2.00) or a shared shuttle for around €5-€10.
When is the best time to visit Gzira?
May and October offer warm, sunny days (25-28°C) without July-August crowds; June is also good but pricing starts rising.
Principais atrações em Gzira
💡 Go early (8am) for the best fruit and less crowd. Cash only; no ATMs nearby.
💡 Best at sunset when the bastions of Valletta catch the light. Bring a takeaway coffee from a local bar.
💡 Visit during a weekday morning—it's empty. No photography allowed during mass (Sundays 9am).
💡 Walk the section behind the Manoel Island bridge—least crowded and best for photos of the harbour.
💡 The bridge gives the best panorama of Gzira and Sliema. No interior access due to restoration—still worth the walk for the history.