Malta is fast becoming an attractive location for the ultra-rich, both in terms of business and pleasure.

But have you ever wondered where millionaires and billionaires choose to stay while in Malta?

Insignia, a company which offers luxury lifestyle management services to the ultra-rich, has unveiled the top hotel choices for their wealthy clientele, since 2016.

https://timesofmalta.com/article/top-five-malta-hotels-chosen-ultrarich-a2.1093969?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR3IIpAGPdp_JmSWvu1rlPumfYqIOLWaazKvH-w2Ly5QPmeSrzeZnGdc7HQ_aem_rK_owqg3wHi9jZIKid5k-Q

5. The Westin Dragonara

Situated at Dragonara Point in Paceville, the Westin Dragonara has 408 rooms and suites which were renovated to the tune of €40 million, to the designs of London-based designer Lynne Hunt. The hotel enjoys sensational sea views and is a stone’s throw away from the Dragonara Casino. The hotel was first opened in 1997 but today features 66 brand new Luxury Bay Suites in a private annex on the water’s edge.

The Westin

4. Iniala Harbour House

The brainchild of imagineer Mark Weingard, Iniala Harbour House combines four historical Valletta houses into one spectacular hotel that now boasts Malta’s only two Michelin star restaurant Ion. Enjoying the stunning St Barbara Bastion views of the Grand Harbour, Iniala opened its doors in 2020 and instantly became a jewel worthy of the UNESCO World Heritage site that is Malta’s capital city.

Iniala

3. The Phoenicia

The third hotel in Malta that has been most booked by the ultra-rich, since 2016, is The Phoenicia, just outside Valletta, on the edge of the city’s 16th Century bastions. For over 75 years, the hotel has hosted stars, socialites and royal visitors. The hotel, which started to be built in 1925 and was completed in 1948, is surrounded by gorgeous landscaped gardens.

The Phoenicia

2. Rosselli – AX Privilege

Inaugurated in 2019, just before the Covid pandemic hit, Rosselli was a €15 million restoration project of a 17th Century Palazzo which was converted into 25 designer luxury suites right in the heart of Valletta on Merchants Street. The hotel has won various international awards and is proud to have Michelin-starred restaurant Under Grain and Bib Gourmand recognised Grain Street as part of its food and beverage offering.

Roselli

1. The Hilton Malta

Still the most popular hotel for the ultra-rich visiting Malta, the Hilton Malta Resort in St Julian’s offers visitors an oasis within the bustling town of St Julian’s. It was originally built in 1967 but was later demolished and completely rebuilt as part of the Portomaso Marina, creating a holistic luxury experience for yacht owners. The Hilton boasts one of Malta’s most majestic spas and is perfectly located for business travel.

The Hilton

Malta is the ninth most Googled travel destination in the world, according to popular agency Wealth Media.
The island secured a comfortable spot at number 9, following Egypt, Thailand, and Cyprus.
Meanwhile, the 10th most Googled country is Morocco and the first is Greece.

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April 12, 2024 – Valletta, Malta

The Colours of Malta is thrilled to announce a significant milestone in sustainable transportation achieved by our esteemed partners at Zarb Coaches. Today, we are introducing the first fleet of fully electric coaches in Malta, manufactured by the renowned global leader, Yutong. This groundbreaking initiative was launched with the support and presence of the Honorable Minister of Transport, Infrastructure, and Capital Projects, Aaron Farrugia, alongside the CEO of Transport Malta, Jonathan Borg. Distinguished representatives from Yutong and the Chinese Embassy in Malta also graced the event with their presence.

This launch not only marks the debut of the first fully electric coaches operated by a private company in Malta but also signifies a major step forward in our commitment to green transportation solutions. These coaches will serve as a beacon of progress in the transportation sector, aligning with Malta’s goals for sustainability and reduced environmental impact.

Yesterday we had to opportunity to visit the new IBB hotel Palazzo Bettina in Birgu. The hotel is steeped in history and its restoration has been carried out with true passion. The boutique hotel, featuring 13 luxuriously furnished suites combines ancient with modern, offering an optimal solution both for guests looking for a luxury historical dwelling with a certain flair and for those searching for an elegant, modern, and progressive solution.  The building appears to date back to the 17th century and has a long and varied history serving as a residence for several distinguished individuals and families, in particular, Elizabeth

Muscat Dorell (1741-1829), known as Lady Bettina, who also gave her name to the building.. The palazzo also served as a British military hospital in the second half of the 19th century and St Ġorġ Preca, the founder of the Society of Christian Doctrine. The Third Order Carmelite also made use of the property as one of the seats for the Society of Christian Doctrine in the inter war years.

In 2017, Palazzo Bettina was purchased by the Sormani family, who were charmed by the history of the building. With the extensive experience in recovering and renovating ancient buildings with the objective of returning them to their original splendour, they undertook this new adventure. The result of the investment can be seen in the complete renovation of the building, transformed into a luxury boutique hotel. Bought in 2023 by Bettina Investments Limited, the restoration of the Palazzo was completed back in the summer of 2021 and included the creation of 13 rooms fitted with every possible comfort and luxury.

Malta’s International Airport has been recognised as the “Best Airport in Europe” in its size again!

For the sixth consecutive year, MIA has been named on this prestigious list.

In the ASQ Awards, Malta ranked in the 5-15 million passengers per year. 

Scores & Ratings

Ambience – Score of 4.2

“The facilities within Malta Airport offer passengers a comfortable and seamless journey. Every aspect of the airport journey has been considered to ensure the best possible guest experience.”

Courtesy & Helpfulness of Airport Staff – Score of 4.3

“The friendly and welcoming people at Malta International Airport, in addition to the firs-rate amenities, were essential in making my journey enjoyable.”

Ease of Finding Way & Cleanliness- Score of 4.3
“The entire process was quick and efficient. Despite being a smaller airport, Malta Airport is the most well-organised airport.”

article credits : Lovin Malta

Our team are thrilled to have toured the impressive Barceló Fortina this week! With its stunning Valletta views and versatile spaces, it’s the perfect blend of style and functionality for our upcoming collaborations. Exciting times ahead!

2023 proved to be a record-breaker in tourism numbers. This was revealed by the National Statistics Office (NSO), whose figures revealed that the total inbound tourists for the year of 2023 amounted to 2,975,670.

This marked a 30.1 per cent rise when compared to the corresponding period in 2022. 2023’s record figure breaks earlier record set in 2019, that of 2,771,888 visitors to the islands.

Overall, NSO noted that in 2023 the total tourist expenditure was estimated at €2.7 billion, an increase of 32.7 per cent than that recorded for 2022.

The total nights spent by inbound tourists also increased by 21.9 per cent, exceeding 20.2 million nights. Additionally, an increase was also noted in the expenditure per capita, from €880 in 2022 to €898 in 2023.

Expanding further on figures recorded in December 2023, NSO explained that a during the month under review a total of 144,301 tourists vised the islands for holiday purposes. Meanwhile, 9,156 tourists visited for business purposes. 84.8 per cent of which chose to stay in rented accommodation establishments.

The majority of the tourists were aged between 25 and 44 years old at 42.1 per cent, followed by the 45-64 age bracket at 32.1 per cent.

In total, British, Italian and Polish residents made up for 45.4 per cent of total inbound tourists.

In December the total nights spent by tourists also increased. With a marked rise of 9.9 per cent when compared to the corresponding month in 2022, tourists spent almost 1.1 million nights in Malta.

Meanwhile the average length of stay of total inbound tourists stood at 6.7 nights.

The overall spending by tourists nearly reached €116.7 million, marking a 15 per cent rise compared to the same month in 2022. The average expenditure per night was estimated at €109.8.

article credits: https://businessnow.mt/2023-breaks-records-for-highest-number-of-tourism-arrivals-in-maltas-history/?fbclid=IwAR34xWgWELfVgOIuqMV5bJPXmIxUF_dqyrad-MWXDf1koj0Up9EFxVQkoPw  

Kurt Paben – Chief Executive Officer at Hosts Global

“At our Hosts Global Forum last week Colours of Malta was awarded Hosts Global DMC of the Year International.

Our most coveted award, the highest honour for a Hosts Global Member DMC, showcasing every facet of greatness in our industry…from brilliant and bold planning, flawless service execution, operational excellence, ferocious creativity, and unmatched client satisfaction, this award encompasses and epitomizes what it means to be a Hosts Global Member DMC.

davide cachia and the rest of the Colours of Malta team was nothing short of extraorindary in partnering with us to produce Hosts Global Forum.

This honour is well deserved. Go to Malta folks and you’ll see why!?

Last night we spent an enchanting evening at Phoenicia Malta – the ideal setting for unforgettable moments. A big thanks to the exceptional team for their warm hospitality! Here’s to cherished conversations about business, current affairs, and building stronger connections.