Hard Rock International has announced the opening of its first hotel in Malta, called Hard Rock Hotel Malta.
The property officially opened its doors following a “celebratory guitar smash ceremony”, the company said in a statement.
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Located above St George’s Bay, the hotel features 397 rooms, a rooftop cantilevered pool, 11 swimming pools, a dedicated beach club and a 466m² ballroom.
The property includes more than ten restaurant, bar, lounge and club venues.
These include a 1,400m² dining and entertainment hub called Hard Rock Cafe St Julian’s Malta with indoor and outdoor seating capacity for 222 guests.
Additionally, the hotel also includes Rock Spa, which spans almost 4,000m² and is claimed to be one of Malta’s largest wellness facilities.
Hard Rock Hotel Malta general manager Thomas Guss said: “The opening of Hard Rock Hotel Malta marks an incredibly exciting new chapter for St George’s Bay, St Julian’s, Pembroke and the wider island.
“We’re thrilled to finally welcome our guests and the local community and bring to life a vibrant new destination where music, entertainment, dining and unforgettable experiences come together. We can’t wait to see Hard Rock Hotel Malta become a new favourite on the island!”
Hard Rock said the hotel represents a €350m ($406m) direct investment in Malta’s tourism sector.
The investment has created jobs across a range of specialised positions, including mixologists, culinary staff, wellness therapists and luxury hospitality specialists.
Hard Rock International hotel operations senior vice-president John Rees said: “This landmark opening is a significant investment in Malta, with €350m invested in the island’s tourism sector and hundreds of new jobs created.
“We’re so proud to be part of Malta’s next chapter and excited for guests to experience everything Hard Rock Hotel Malta has to offer.”
