Perched by the sea, Hotel Kennedy Nova offers a tranquil retreat with a poolside bar and sun-kissed garden. Savor breakfast, lunch, or dinner at Kennedy Nova Restaurant or grab a coffee from the on-site cafe. Guests appreciate its proximity to Sliema Ferry.
116, The Strand, Sliema Creek, Gzira, Malta, GZR 1027
What's nearby
Triq Manwel Dimech - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Saint Julian's Bay - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Balluta Bay - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Tower Road - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Sliema Promenade - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 31 min drive
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Casino shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Kalamà - 5 min walk
Morning Star - 4 min walk
Punto - 1 min walk
Posh Turkish - 3 min walk
Black Gold Saloon - 3 min walk
About this property
Hotel Kennedy Nova
Hotel Kennedy Nova features a rooftop terrace and puts you just a 5-minute drive from Sliema Promenade and Saint Julian's Bay. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at The Creek Restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a poolside bar, a bar/lounge, and a children's pool.
At a glance
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Hotel size
98 rooms
Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
DONE
Transfers
Cruise terminal shuttle*
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Offsite
Area shuttle*
Beach shuttle*
Shopping center shuttle*
Casino shuttle*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children's pool
What to do
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Boat tours
Bicycle rentals nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Conference space (527 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
On-site car rental
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Bicycle rentals
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Seasonal outdoor pool
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Reception hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Tile flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Highchair
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (surcharge)
Special features
Dining
The Creek Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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.
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 12.50 for adults and EUR 6.25 for children
Area shuttle service to the beach, casino, and shopping center is offered for an extra charge
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 30 (subject to availability)
Safes in guestrooms can be used for EUR 1 per day
Renovations and closures
The following facilities will be closed during January, February, March, April, November, and December:
Swimming pool
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from May to September
Policies
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
National rating
Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Malta. This property is rated 4 stars.
Also known as
Hotel Kennedy Nova
Hotel Kennedy Nova Gzira
Kennedy Nova
Kennedy Nova Gzira
Kennedy Nova Hotel
Nova Kennedy
Hotel Kennedy Nova Malta/Il Gzira
Kennedy Nova Il Gzira
Hotel Kennedy Nova Hotel
Hotel Kennedy Nova Gzira
Hotel Kennedy Nova Hotel Gzira
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Kennedy Nova offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Kennedy Nova does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Kennedy Nova?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Kennedy Nova?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Kennedy Nova?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 30 (subject to availability).
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Kennedy Nova?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Dragonara Casino (6-min drive) and Oracle Casino (14-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Kennedy Nova and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as boat tours. Hotel Kennedy Nova also has a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Kennedy Nova?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, The Creek Restaurant.
What's the area around Hotel Kennedy Nova like?
Hotel Kennedy Nova is located on the waterfront, a short 20-minute walk from Sliema Promenade and 16 minutes' walk from Tower Road.
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Reviews
Hotel Kennedy Nova Reviews
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7.0
Cleanliness
7.8
Location
7.0
Staff & service
5.8
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2024
Great hotel in good location
Brenda
Brenda, 7-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2023
Great property staff amazing perfect location loved staying here
Lana
Lana, 7-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 25, 2025
The location is excellent. It is clean and the staff are very helpful. The complimentary breakfast was very good. We enjoyed our stay and would be happy to stay there again.
Chris
Chris, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2024
Well located hotel right on the seafront. Very friendly and helpful staff.
james
james, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 20, 2024
The staff was really kind.
Robert
Robert, 5-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 5, 2025
Every member of staff was smiley and helpful. The hotel met our needs of being close to th waterfront and transport links. It was clean and organised. Having a sea view room was wonderful but take ear plugs if you go to bed before the nightlife nearby has finished. Breakfast had hot and cold options. If you want something specific, I'd suggest not having breakfast included as there are so mamy eateries nearby.
Alexia
Alexia, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Apr 27, 2025
A very pleasant stay.. Very basic but you get what you pay for.. Nice location, and would stay there again
Colin
Colin, 3-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Oct 5, 2025
The room was clean, however, not the best place to stay. Could use some huge upgrades. The shower had very low pressure and was not great for me height even though I am 6’1”. Location was a key factor. It is within walking distance for the Valletta Ferry and easy location to grab a Bolt. I wouldn’t stay here again however unless they did some upgrades to the rooms. It was overpriced for what the rooms were.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2024
Clean everywhere, spotless .Staff at reception helpful, nice
,kind .Kitchen staff very nice. Location very convenient,/bus stop ,ferry, shops ,bars, restaurants./,just on the doorsteps .Amazing, friendly, helpful all of you .
Agata
Agata, 7-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Nov 5, 2023
Nice place! Very clean!
But fix the AC please!
Bryan
Bryan, 4-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Apr 26, 2025
Great view if you get seafront room.
Pool and rooftop area was out of action , not stated when I made the booking so disappointed on that.
Cooked breakfasts good.
Rooms tired decor, damaged floor and wall tiles, sink.
Fire alarm went off two nights in row around 2am, earlier alarm call than I’m used to.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Oct 26, 2025
Would not recommend. Good location on water front. Hotel is tired, poorly equipped and shoddy. Bed was hard and covered with thin single sheet. AC not cooling room, just blowing warm air. Asked for service for AC - no improvement. It was cooler in the corridor. Breakfast felt like school lunch served behind Perspex wall and passed around. Juices could not be watered down any more. Furniture in room was old. Bathroom felt dirty and drains smelled when first used. Better options, and lower prices available off the Strand.
Steven
Steven, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jul 18, 2024
Overall ok
Overall an average experience.
Some good points:
- very friendly and helpful staff
- check-in very smooth
- clean room and bathroom
Some bad points:
- not easy to contact
Verified traveler
4-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
May 7, 2024
Staff were great.
Bed was not changed once in whole stay.
Advertised with pool but pool and terrace was closed whole stay so had to pay 20 euro each to go on pool opposite until Wednesday then went up to 35 euro each as summer started, not good to have to pay extra when advertised with pool and terrace
Donna
Donna, 7-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jan 3, 2025
Disappointed
The room was dated, however clean...nice view overlooking the sea...nosey at night.
Breakfast was dreadful...no choice and had to wait to be served...cold!!
This is the 16th time we have been to Malta..last minute booking so our normal hotel was booked up...will not stay here again, not the 4 star quality we are used to
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Erika
Erika, 7-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
May 1, 2024
Location good. Breakfast good, you could take anything you want but it was behind the staff. Room was old but clean. Window was giving inside the building, to the corridor, so you had to keep curtains closed all the time. Air conditioning didn’t work at all and because of the direction of the window, you couldn’t have fresh air. It was HOT and stuffy. Otherwise, we could go again.
Hanna
Hanna, 7-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 5, 2023
Decent - serviceable.
Incredible location. So many bars, cafes, shops and restaurants around. Very close to all public transportation (to and from airport, as well as all over the island.) The lobby/breakfast area and bar are all gorgeous.
The gentleman working at the front desk when I checked in was so friendly and helpful.
The only thing I will say is the property (well, at least my room) is slightly worn down. The air conditioning didn't really work in my room and it was very warm. The toilet didn't flush properly and the water ran. The wifi in my room was very weak and barely worked.
However - the place is still VERY serviceable for a quick stay. Price is right, and had way more positives than negatives. Those were more just minor inconveniences.
Oh, if you get the "sea view", it's fascinating. The balcony in my room was divine. Highly recommend that.
James
James, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jan 18, 2026
Good value for money
Mr M J
Mr M J, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 18, 2025
Very good hotel
Benjamin
Benjamin, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2025
Really good reception staff, excellent air conditioning in the room , rooftop bar really good. Highly recommend this hotel.looking forward to returning
Stephen
Stephen, 12-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 16, 2025
Great location . Nice rooftop terrace with pool
MICHEL
MICHEL, 6-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 4, 2023
the location was great
Wael
Wael, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 24, 2023
best location, good connection to bus and airport, clean, breakfast sufficient, rooms in the vicinity of the lifts a little noisy, price - performance ok.
Uwe
Uwe, 7-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2025
Super
Todor
Todor, 3-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Aug 2, 2025
I dont know how this hotel got a 4 star rating , we stayed in a superior room , was basic , only had a window and the view was other windows covered in bird 💩 , had to pay 5 euros for a kettle, breakfast was basic and cold , and you couldn't take it your self , pool was small , no entertainment .