Barcelo Fortina Malta, SliemaBarcelo Fortina Malta in Sliema, Malta has a corrected score of 3.5 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 51 of 72 hotels we score in Sliema. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.5 before correction: Booking.com 3.7, Tripadvisor 3.4. Rooms from about $297 a night (cached, not a live quote).Barcelo Fortina Malta is a five-star hotel situated on the Sliema seafront promenade. It overlooks the Mediterranean Sea and the Valletta skyline. The property is suitable for families and travellers seeking modern interiors and wellness facilities, including a spa, a hair salon, and both indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Guests can access the Valletta ferry and local bus links from this coastal location. On-site dining includes a restaurant with special diet menus and a swim-up bar. While the hotel offers extensive amenities, the pool and sauna facilities are noted as being average.What stands out

Large gym facilities

Comfortable beds

Proximity to transport

Modern and clean rooms

Watch out for

Average pool and sauna

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