Osborne Hotel
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Valletta
50 South Street ,Valletta VLT 1101, Malta
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Situated directly in the centre of Malta's world heritage city of Valletta and housed in a traditional property with a stuccoed façade, The Osborne Hotel is a delight 3* boutique hotel ideally located along a quiet side street.
Valletta, a city built by gentlemen for gentlemen and officially listed as a world heritage site never disappoint the visiting guest. Built by the knights of St. John in the 16th century to protect against the invasion of the Turks, the towering fortifications of Valletta are a monument to the island. Housed within a majestic palace from this era is the Osborne hotel, a lovely 3* boutique hotel offering comfort and a friendly atmosphere to all its guests, a super choice for your Valletta vacation.
Valletta's importance down the years has shifted from being a strategic military city to an administrative and commercial centre. The Osborne Hotel stands in a perfect location only a few hundred yards from the main city streets. The capitals major museums, art treasures, numerous churches and theatres are barely a few minutes walk from the hotel.
After exploring this fascinating city and admiring the wonderful examples of 16th-century architecture, you can return to the hotel and enjoy the fantastic views of Marsamxett harbour from the roof-top terrace. The relaxing experience of sitting atop a 16th-century palace will allow you to fully unwind and leave your everyday cares back home for a few days.
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Hotels in Valletta
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Dining
Guests booking on half-board will enjoy their meals at the hotel in a warm and relaxing atmosphere. The hotel serves a selection of dinners based on local and international cuisines.
Valletta is also renowned for several excellent restaurants and other dining options. In many of the city's side streets, you can find a host of wonderful tiny trattorias offering a unique taste of Malta in a typically local atmosphere.
Recreation
Attractions in the areas around the hotel
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St. Johns Cathedral
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Manoel Theatre
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Hastings Gardens & Barakka Gardens
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Ferry boat across the harbour to Sliema
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National Museum of Archeology
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The Grand Masters Palace
Swimming Pool
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Rooftop splash pool and jacuzzi
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Sun terrace
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Views of Valletta and Marsamxett harbour
Outdoors
Points of Interest
Valletta has many titles, all recalling its rich historical past. It is the “modern” city built by the Knights of St John; a masterpiece of the Baroque; a European Art City and a World Heritage City. Today, it is one of the most concentrated historic areas in the world.
The city is busy by day, yet retains a timeless atmosphere. The grid of narrow streets boasts some of Europe's finest artworks, churches and palaces.
Hosting a vast cultural programme, walking around Valletta you’ll come across an intriguing historical site around every corner: votive statues, niches, fountains and coats of arms high up on parapets. Narrow side streets are full of tiny quaint shops and cafés, while Valletta’s main streets are lined with larger international branded shops for fashion, music, jewellery and much more.
Distances:
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Airport - 6km
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Valletta Main Republic Street 100 metres
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Golf course - 4km
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Harbour - 1km
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Bus terminus - 250 metres
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Gardens of Valletta 300 metres
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Hospital - 3km
Apart from a wide choice of famous and very popular heritage sites, Valletta also has many lovely gardens offering exceptional views over the harbours surrounding the capital city of Malta. From the upper and lower Barakka gardens, there are wonderful panoramic views of the Grand harbour and the '3 cities' of Senglea, Vittoriosa and Kalkara. From the gardens of Hastings on the opposite side of Valletta, you can sit and relax whilst enjoying the views of Floriana and Marsamxett harbour.
Gardens of Valletta:
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Upper & lower Barrakka / Kalkara gardens / Hasitings gardens / Argotti gardens
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Panoramic views of the Grand harbour and across to the 3 cities of Senglea, Vittoriosa and Kalkara or views to Marsamxett harbour
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Places to sit and relax in peaceful surroundings
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Kiosk to sit and have tea/coffee or a light snack
Policies
Eco Tax on Accommodation
The Ministry of Tourism has confirmed that the implementation of the Eco Tax on Accommodation will become effective on 1st April 2016 (effective date) and will be applicable for all adult guests staying in hotels and other hosted accommodation.
The tax will be €0.50 per adult per night, capped at a maximum of €5.00 per adult per stay.
The tax will be collected directly by the accommodation service provider prior to check out and remitted to Government.
The tax also applies to any accommodation that was reserved before the announcement of the Eco Tax but which will be availed of on or after the effective date. It is our understanding that any reservations that overlap the effective date will be subject to the tax for the portion of the reservation after the effective date.
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