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Hotel Kennedy Nova

4.0 star property
Waterfront hotel with seasonal outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk

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Terrace/patio
Twin Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, laptop workspace
Daily continental breakfast (EUR 8.5 per person)
Hotel Kennedy Nova sits by the water, offering a peaceful escape with a poolside bar and garden. Enjoy meals all day at the Kennedy Nova Restaurant or grab a quick coffee at the café. Convenient access to the Sliema Ferry.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is £99
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept

Room options

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Double Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Single Room (Standard) | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Single Room (Standard)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Triple Room (Standard) | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Triple Room (Standard)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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One Bedroom Apartment | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room (Standard) | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room (Standard)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Superior Twin Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2017
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Quadruple Room (Standard) | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Quadruple Room (Standard)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
116, The Strand, Sliema Creek, Gzira, Malta, GZR 1027

What's nearby

  • Sliema Ferry - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Upper Barrakka Gardens - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Malta Experience - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Fort St. Elmo - 7 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.) - 31 min drive

About this property

Hotel Kennedy Nova

Upscale hotel near Sliema Promenade
Consider a stay at Hotel Kennedy Nova and take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site restaurant, Kennedy Nova Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a local area shuttle
  • Tour/ticket information, luggage storage and a banquet hall
  • A front desk safe, wedding services and 1 meeting room
Room features
All 101 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, highchairs and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10 AM for a fee: EUR 8.50 for adults and EUR 4.25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Kennedy Nova Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 538 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 30

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 8.5 for adults and from EUR 4.25 for children
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 30 (subject to availability)
  • In-room safe fee: EUR 1 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Malta. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Kennedy Nova?

As of 1 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Kennedy Nova on 8 Sept 2025 start from £99.13, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Hotel Kennedy Nova pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Kennedy Nova?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Kennedy Nova?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM. Late checkout is available for EUR 30 (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Kennedy Nova located?

Located in the heart of Gzira, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bisazza Street and Sliema Promenade. Triq Manwel Dimech and Tower Road are also within 15 minutes.

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Hotel Kennedy Nova Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 502 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 159 out of 502 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 150 out of 502 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 99 out of 502 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 502 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

MICHEL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location . Nice rooftop terrace with pool
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
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 .
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff polite, supportive and courteous. I arrived at the hotel a day late due to unforeseen difficulties, the arrival was at 1am. I had previously sent a email relating to the delay. The staff reception officer was very helpful and when l explained the delayed arrival he was extremely professional ensuring a room was available with suitable amenities. The air conditioning was effective, particularly during the hot nights. Would definitely return and spend few days break at the accommodation and recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Colin

A very pleasant stay.. Very basic but you get what you pay for.. Nice location, and would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in good location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Tanja

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bad furniture, ugly rooms, old beds, but clean, as clean something very old and broken can be. Anyway, room service daily and pleasant stuff. Also, good location, but too expensive for the service in general.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The main reason to choose hotel pool with bar and snacks.When I booked they were said to be open. They were not open and therefore I feel we should get some sort of compensation. Ovreall then disappointed
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property staff amazing perfect location loved staying here
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Amenities
The staff was really kind.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Wael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the location was great
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a good experience and so much credit must go to the gentleman managing the bar when a group of Turkish teens decided to do bombing in the pool when a lady and her young son were enjoying some peace and time together ( they left very upset ) but the manager of the bar dealt with them quick - also dealt with the youths playing football in the hall very quick . It’s hard to deal with these type of people and they can book anywhere but respect to them all for dealing with them very quick . The bed in 208 is extremely noisy ! Soundproofing on the toilet would be a bonus !. Breakfast was good but sadly the people around me were not - lady telling people loudly about her dogs access popping while I’m eating was not nice and I never went back as I would have gave her a mouth full of abuse - ( vile woman) No complaints about the Hotel , very clean very good to everything . I nearly cancelled due to reading the reviews - but glad I did not - very happy with my stay and the way they deal very prompt with scumbags ! . Cleaners are SUPERB , can’t fault any of the staff at all . Go ahead and book with confidence . I will book again next year - rooftop bar is great with small bats flying around the front of the hotel and everywhere in Malta ( I’m a bat lover ) very friendly bar manager from Nepal made me feel very welcome . IGNORE THE BAD REVIEWS ITS GREAT
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Uwe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
best location, good connection to bus and airport, clean, breakfast sufficient, rooms in the vicinity of the lifts a little noisy, price - performance ok.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Agata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 .
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Erika

Disliked: Staff & service

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 😏
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place! Very clean! But fix the AC please!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

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
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avid

Honestly, just avoid. There are better hotels for the same price in the same area.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Donna

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Radu

A/C system functioning poorly, the ceiling fan defective,warm water not enough for all rooms, elevator out of order on one day
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Alireza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good points: location, attentive employees, part brand new building ( my room with new bathroom). Bad points: Booked the hotel with pool and roof top bar, both were closed everyday. Very limited facilities- the reception in the photo does not exist and there is not even one sofa or armchair there to use, but only a few chair. Breakfast very very basic, limited and exactly the same everyday.

4/10 Poor

Kevin

Liked: Staff & service

Italian school groups out of control.

The hotel was occupied by Italian school trip groups. The school children were just being kids - unfortunately this meant they were running around the corridors in groups up to 2:00am. I complained about the disturbed sleep and was moved to a different room away from the school children. Still it wasn’t good and I would advise you check before booking.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024