Malta, Malta
The Phoenicia Malta
What the classifiers highlight
Lord and Lady Strickland built this hotel in 1939 near Valletta's UNESCO gates, and its 132 rooms now sit behind gardens redone by British designer Peter Young in colonial-chic blue and pink. Forbes notes the eight-room spa added alongside a new infinity pool, Contessa's salt-baked fish from the on-site vegetable garden, and a daily high tea at Palm Court Lounge.
Recognition
How the grading works- Forbes Travel Guide
- 4-Star
Amenities
- Pool
- Spa & wellness