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Cugo Gran Macina Malta

5.0 star property
Bayside hotel with a winery and a rooftop terrace

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Nightclub
Grand Harbour Suite | 2 bedrooms, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Cugo Gran Macina Malta overlooks the Grand Harbour with a rooftop terrace offering sweeping water views. The garden provides a peaceful setting for guests to unwind, while attentive staff enhances the experience. Visitors appreciate the seasonal pool and rejuvenating spa services.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Spa

Room options

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Fortress Suite | 2 bedrooms, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Fortress Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Harbour Suite | 2 bedrooms, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Grand Harbour Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
  • 70 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Corner Suite with Harbour View | 2 bedrooms, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Corner Suite with Harbour View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 70 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Senglea Suite | 2 bedrooms, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Senglea Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Macina Grand Harbour Suite | 2 bedrooms, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Macina Grand Harbour Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 130 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Presidential suite | 2 bedrooms, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Presidential suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 110 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Macina, Triq il-31 ta' Marzu L-Isla, Senglea, ISL 1040

What's nearby

  • Grand Harbour - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Upper Barrakka Gardens - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 8 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Sliema Ferry - 8 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Malta Experience - 9 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cargo - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mykonos - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Seamans Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Wild West - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Riche - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Cugo Gran Macina Malta

Luxury hotel near Grand Harbour
Located close to Inquisitor's Palace and Malta Maritime Museum, Cugo Gran Macina Malta provides an attached winery, a rooftop terrace, and a garden. Sip on a glass of local wine at this hotel offering winery tours. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a sports massage or a manicure/pedicure. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Babysitting (surcharge), outdoor furniture, and luggage storage
  • 1 meeting room, a banquet hall, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Cugo Gran Macina Malta feature thoughtful touches such as pillow menus and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heated floors, designer toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and childcare services

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 25 for adults and EUR 12.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Private wine tours
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Winery

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 35.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 33 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: EUR 250 per stay
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 0.50 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 25 for adults and EUR 12.50 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 35.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from April to October
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Cugo Gran Macina Grand Harbour Hotel Isla
Cugo Gran Macina Grand Harbour Isla
Cugo Gran Macina Harbour Isla
Cugo Gran Macina Malta Hotel
Cugo Gran Macina Malta Senglea
Cugo Gran Macina Grand Harbour
Cugo Gran Macina Malta Hotel Senglea

Frequently asked questions

Does Cugo Gran Macina Malta have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–8:00 PM.

Is Cugo Gran Macina Malta pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 33 lbs per pet. There's a fee of EUR 35.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Cugo Gran Macina Malta?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Cugo Gran Macina Malta?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cugo Gran Macina Malta?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Cugo Gran Macina Malta provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Cugo Gran Macina Malta located?

Situated near the airport, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Grand Harbour, Inquisitor's Palace, and Malta at War Museum. Malta Maritime Museum and Norman House are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Cugo Gran Macina Malta Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 257 out of 297 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 297 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 297 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 297 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 297 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ramona Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location it is WONDERLFUL, the service it was the best, the restauran AMAIZING, I love it!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful small hotel in old fortress. Our room was huge and had a lovely view over the harbour. Great breakfast, very helpful staff and nice area away from crowds but short ferry ride from Valletta. We loved our stay here! Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent boutique hotel with great restaurant
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fran

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful accommodation. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, unique setting in one of the medieval forts, excellent location, excellent service. We had a wonderful stay, thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, nice staff, good breakfast, big rooms. Only critique is the pool areas isn't massive, we could always get a bed, but in the height of summer could be more difficult.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful, historic building and a lovely, lovely hotel. Staff could not do enough for us and we're super friendly. Caterena was a star. Room very well equipped. Various International TV stations and free WiFi. Breakfast was fabulous with lots of choice and cooked fresh. Great quality. Rooftop pool was a lovely facility but lost the sun by 4:30 (Oct). Restaurant was open Weds to Sunday for dinner and was another jem. Situated in a tranquil suburb across from Valetta you need to take the ferry or a Taxi. Would not hesitate to stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is set into the walls of the ancient citadel. The rooms are spacious, the restaurant and breakfast served excellent food. The staff were always friendly and helpful. The hotel welcomed us with a complimentary bottle of local wine and fruit. Then on my birthday, I recieved a card, balloons and macaroons - a lovely touch! The commute from the airport was only about 25mins, then there is a convenient ferry from close by to Valletta which runs a regular service up to midnight. We will absolutely stay here again next time we visit Malta.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with friendly and helpful staff. Will definitely be going back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property and lovely staff
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was fantastic, & made our holiday feel like a luxury getaway from the moment we arrived. The design & layout of the hotel is stylish & well thought out, & the rooms are excellent as well with great amenities. The rooftop pool was an excellent place to relax on an afternoon as well. The staff are all incredibly friendly, helpful & keen to assist in any way they can. The on site restaurant is excellent, with great quality meals for breakfast & dinner, including a great range of Vegan items. Having seen that Cugo Gran have other hotels in locations across Italy & Spain, we wouldn't hesitate to book into one of their other hotels after our experience in Malta!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Svetlana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel, amazing stay! Every day we felt ourselves as very special guests. The food at the breakfast was delicious, the view from our suit was wonderful, and everyone was very friendly and ready to help. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, lovely staff. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Lovely rooms. Attentive service. Pool was very nice with a wonderful view of the marina and area. They gave us a lovely To Go breakfast for an early flight. They looked after us very well and would return again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sanjay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel tucked away from plain sight. Lovely spacious rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely small hotel. Beautifully renovated to retain the historical charm. Great staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. Very pleasant and helpful staff. The staff in the associated Little Bastion restaurant were particularly friendly and helpful. All in all a good hotel with easy access to the 3 cities, the ferry to Valletta and the city itself
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect

Beautiful hotel and architecture! Great service. And the food is to die for.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff. Great hotel, breakfast is wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff here were very helpful and kind, and the location was perfect.We enjoyed our week here, and would return.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Incredible hotel

Absolutely incredible stay from start to finish- cannot wait to visit again soon we hope!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful small hotel rich in character and in a beautiful location. The staff were very attentive, the food excelente and the hotel is kept in great condition. It was a lovely stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, centrally located, close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jasbir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Much more than what we expected, it's a bit like Dr Who's telephone box, the hotel looks small on the outside but once you go inside, it is spacious, modern, clean, and has friendly staff. Very tentative, credit to the hotel. Also the hotel is in a great location. The only slight issue was the towels, which were very tired and in bad condition, but this was a minor issue. Look forward to the next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

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