Cugo Gran Macina Malta, Senglea

Cugo Gran Macina Malta - A luxury design hotel in a restored historical fortress with rooftop pool and Grand Harbour views

This 5-star luxury hotel occupies a restored 16th-century fortress building in Senglea, featuring 21 suites ranging from 40 to 1399 ft² with high vaulted ceilings and Grand Harbour views. Accommodations include king-size beds, minibars, coffee makers, and select suites offer kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. The property features a rooftop swimming pool with terrace views of Vittoriosa and Cospicua, a modern Mediterranean restaurant serving contemporary dishes using local seasonal produce, and a bar offering craft beers, 110 varieties of wines, and gourmet cocktails. Guests at Cugo Gran Macina Malta can access Valletta via a 5-minute ferry ride departing every 30 minutes from the nearby terminal. The hotel provides high-speed WiFi throughout, a boardroom for small conferences, and offers cribs free of charge for children up to age 3.

Pros

The hotel occupies a restored 16th-century fortress building with historical architecture

Rooftop swimming pool offers panoramic views of Vittoriosa and Cospicua

Suites feature high vaulted ceilings and Grand Harbour views

On-site restaurant uses locally sourced seasonal ingredients for Mediterranean dishes

Regular ferry service to Valletta departs every 30 minutes just minutes away

Cons

The rooftop pool operates with limited hours from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Some suites may experience ambient noise from the active marina surroundings