CampbellGray Hotels is to start an extensive refurbishment programme of The Phoenicia Hotel Malta between 14 November 2015 and 31 March 2016 when the hotel will close its doors to allow work to take place without the risk of disruption to its guests.  

Following an investment of €15 million, the five month-long restoration programme of this much-loved grand hotel in the old-town heart of Malta’s capital Valetta will include:

A complete refurbishment and upgrading of all 136 guest bedrooms, and bathrooms

With the Phoenicia’s architectural beauty considered one of the sights of Malta, the re-launch will be sympathetic to the hotel’s heritage with the design by Peter Young Design and Mary Fox Linton.

Gordon Campbell Gray said “I have always wanted to restore a grand hotel and opportunities such as this happen rarely.  The philosophy behind the renovation of The Phoenicia is very much about restoring it to its original grandeur while at the same time making it feel like now and therefore more relevant to the current international traveller.

What excites me most though is the chance to work with the super-professional team at The Phoenicia who, over the years, have contributed to the success and immense popularity of the hotel.”

Mark Shaw of Hazledene Group, the Edinburgh-based property company behind The Phoenicia, commented: “We are delighted to have Gordon and his excellent team overseeing the next chapter in the life of The Phoenicia, allowing it to realise its full potential as a world-class hotel that will appeal to many.”

The addition of guest suites and the Spa and an extension of dining and banqueting will create greater employment opportunities on the island.

For further information, see www.campbellgrayhotels.com or www.phoeniciamalta.com or www.facebook.com/phoeniciahotel, or call 2122 5241.