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Reviews of Hotel Kennedy Nova 4 stars

116 The Strand, GZR 1027 Il-Gżira, Malta

#12 of 12 hotels in Il-Gżira

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Review score

Based on 154 hotel reviews

6.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.1

  • Comfort

    7.0

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    6.5

  • Staff

    8.2

  • Value for money

    6.7

  • Free WiFi

    7.6

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  • Reviewed: 14 July 2025

    8.0
    Nice location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Being a 4 star hotel, I expected there to be a kettle in the room and maybe some coffee or tea. Also, keep in mind that you can't take your own food and drinks at the rooftop by the pool.

    A late check out was something that we appreciated. The room and the bed were really spacious and comfortably.. The pool and the view were superb.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing staff special man his name Goory

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2025

    7.0
    The hotel has a potential, just need a better management.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amortised furniture, the bathroom tap was not working, there were mosquitos on the walls. The curtains were thorn, the blankets were not clean.

    The location. The stuff was very polite.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2025

    6.0
    Nice place and nice rooms
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast was not 4 star like.

    Rooms and the place where the hotel located

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2025

    6.0
    Strategic location but need improvement on hygienic and service.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not so clean, breakfast served by staff, I mean why won't you let customers to get the food by themselves.

    I got a room at the very end, that would be fine.. but then it is dirty, I will upload a photo. There is even a cocroach on the table, the TV didn't work well on the 1st night, and the pillow is uncomfortable, relatively smaller size than usual.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2025

    6.0
    This referral would not have been as kind if not for Sylvio. He moved my room so I could get better sleep. Good location
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No sound proofing, so a hotel full of kids and students meant I was being woken up 4 times a night by rowdiness and shouting. You HAVE to pay for a superior room on a top floor for a comfortable bed and a quieter experience. Cooked breakfast included are ice cold. This is easy to remedy if you heat the plates.

    By far the best thing were the staff. In particular Sylvio on the front desk who rescued my trip and did whatever he could for me, going the extra 5 miles. Sylvio is an Asset to this hotel. Location is also excellent for me for work.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2025

    8.0
    It was okay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    Good

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No lounge area

    Friendly service from all staff Excellent breakfast with good service Plenty of choice

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 November 2024

    8.0
    I will return to this country with pleasure
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights

    the shower cabin is too small for a 4* hotel when the hotel was full, the hot water was only warm the size of the bathroom is a bit small

    the staff was very kind and responded promptly to our requests very good breakfast the view from the room to the harbor is great

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 November 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noise (especially during the weekend) is very loud.

    View = top

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    breakfast

    location

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 9 nights

    The breakfast was very basic.

    The hotel is exceptionally clean!

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2024

    6.0
    the amenities are a bit outdated and would benefit from renovation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I encountered several issues during my stay. The air conditioning in the room was not functioning well and needs replacement. The blanket provided was not in good condition, and the hotel signage was difficult to see at night, making it hard to locate. Additionally, the hotel lockers need replacement, and overall, the amenities are a bit outdated and would benefit from renovation.

    The hotel's location was excellent

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2024

    8.0
    Overall good!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Breakfast was based on English breakfast, limited selection of food. Not sure if it was just my luck, but no matter what time I arrived for breakfast, I barely got a table.

    The hotel is located at a busy part of the shore, good connection to other parts of the city (ferry to Valletta is 5 min walk away). Room was small, but nothing missing. Bed was very comfortable, mattress was very firm (which I liked).

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room

    Position

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    wouden spoonfull night noisy

    hotel eqiupment, staff services

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    the hotel is also used for school excursions, a lot of crowded and noise, during breakfast and on my floor where the children were accommodated

    For me, a very good location, good transport communication, breakfast could be better every day, same food Nearby about 200m port for tours around and neighboring islands

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hotel is getting tired! Many rooms have no view from windows. Breakfast same every day and little choice.

    Good location and friendly staff

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The buffet breakfast was served by the staff, you cannot pick the food, they portioned it like in a school summer camp. Restaurant staff were rude, not really client friendly. Absolutely not 4* level. The furniture and style was old fashioned, needs a reconstruction.

    Location, view from the room is amazing to Valletta and the port. All bus stops are nearby. Daily cleaning and nice housekeepers and receptionists. Our transfer was canceled accidentally but the reservation department helped us correctly.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    6.0
    Not great, not terrible
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom, breakfast

    Location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    6.0
    OK for my purpose (which was to work on our boat which is in Manoel Island Yacht Yard.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 16 nights

    As above - late cleaning of rooms. Eggs. The roof top bar was not open. Considering it was March, this is perhaps understandable, but there is a magnificient view from the balcony up there, even if it is too cold to use the pool.

    The room was OK and the bed comfortable. The cleanliness was OK eventually, but often not done until late in the day, which was sometimes inconvenient. Breakfast OK, but not as good as it had been on my previous visits ( I have been several times now). Eggs scrambled only, unless a special request is made for fried, etc., and also scrambled eggs go cold too quicly when put on unwarmed plates.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2024

    8.0
    🏨 The hotel's location is outstanding, offering breathtaking views and easy access to the seafront.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There were enough power plugs for charging mobile devices. However, the hotel needs an upgrade, as many pieces of furniture have started to deteriorate

    We recently had the pleasure of staying at the seafront hotel situated in the heart of Malta's coastal resort of Sliema, and we would rate my experience 8/10. The hotel's location is outstanding, offering breathtaking views and easy access to the vibrant surroundings. The staff was friendly, and the service was generally excellent. The hotel's popularity is well-deserved, considering its prime location and amenities. While there were a few minor areas where improvements could be made, such as in-room facilities, my overall stay was enjoyable and memorable. I would recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Malta.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pleasant staffs at reception.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 September 2023

    7.0
    Good for the money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    room was cramped; wanted two separate twin beds but they were pushed together. breakfast wasn't great.

    front desk people were super helpful. location was great - good walking area, right on the water

    Stayed in September 2023

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