Hotel El Maltese - Lakefront

Hotels
8.2 (200 reviews)
Plaza España 50 mts al Sur - Malecón de Granada , Granada , ni

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Lakefront / central location (frente al lago, cerca del malecón)
Friendly, helpful staff / good reception
Walkable to attractions and restaurants
Bikes available for guests
Some guests reported good breakfast
Rooms with working air conditioning (in many cases)
Good value/price for several guests
Large rooms mentioned by some
Cons:
Strong room odors (urine/rodent/bat) and humidity smell
Dirty breakfast area and bathrooms reported
Dated, old furniture and facilities; insects in some rooms
No pool and no on-site restaurant for some guests
Overpriced breakfast (several complaints)
Rooms occasionally small and uncomfortable bedding
Instances of staff waking guests early / poor vehicle logistics

Categories

Cleanliness
6
Mixed-to-negative. Multiple guests reported strong odors (urine/rodent or bat smell), humidity smell in rooms, dirty breakfast area and bathrooms, and presence of insects; a few guests described their room as clean, but overall cleanliness was a recurring concern.
Service
9.4
Generally very positive: many reviews note helpful, friendly staff and reception ("above and beyond", assisted with laundry). There are isolated complaints about staff waking guests early and handling of vehicle logistics, but the dominant sentiment praises staff attentiveness.
Location
9.8
Very strong. Repeatedly praised as central, lakefront (frente al lago), close to the malecón and tourist sites, and walkable to restaurants and the cathedral.
Room Quality
6.5
Below average: several reports of old, uncomfortable furniture, small rooms, inadequate bedding for cold, AC not cooling sufficiently in some rooms, and rooms with unpleasant odors; some guests received acceptable rooms after changes.
Amenities
9
Amenities are useful but limited: guests appreciated available bicycles and functioning air conditioning; however there is no pool and no on-site restaurant for some guests, and some facilities are described as dated.
Value for Money
9.1
Mixed but leaning positive: several guests felt the hotel offered good price/quality and a convenient location for the cost, while others judged the price too high given odors, dated rooms, and extra-cost breakfast.
Food and Beverage
6.6
Mixed-to-negative: some guests enjoyed the breakfast, but multiple reviews complained that the on-site breakfast is overpriced ("costs the triple") and the breakfast area can be dirty; food service is inconsistent.
Overall Experience
9.2
Overall positive for many visitors due to excellent location and friendly staff; several guests strongly recommend the hotel. However, significant negatives (odors, cleanliness, dated rooms, occasional rude/disturbing behavior) lowered experience for a subset of guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 07:54

Property Description

Waterfront Location with Stunning Views
Nestled on the shores of Granada, El Maltese offers a picturesque setting with panoramic volcano views.

Comfort and Convenience
Each room at El Maltese is equipped with modern amenities including air conditioning, LED TV, and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries.

Abundance of Activities and Facilities
Guests can stay active with free bicycle usage, access to a 24-hour fitness center, and a range of activities from hiking to sailing. Additionally, the hotel provides 24-hour security surveillance for peace of mind.

Ready to immerse yourself in the beauty of Granada? Book your stay at El Maltese now to experience luxury by the waterfront.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MGA

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 200 reviews
Cleanliness: 6
Service: 9.4
Location: 9.8
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 9.1
Food and Beverage: 6.6
Overall Experience: 9.2
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wesley • couple • us
10
Pros:

The property in the facility was excellent... Everyone went there helped us and went above and beyond I really liked how they had bikes where we can use

Cons:

There was nothing idea like about the property everything it was close and everything was walkable

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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rondy • solo_traveller • cr
10
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Edgar • extended_group • cr
7
Pros:

Ubicación

Cons:

Servicio de alimentación

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Silvia • couple • us
9
Muy bueno
Pros:

muy bueno el desayuno la ubicacion es buena tambien el trecio es comodo

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Eneyda • solo_traveller • ni
7
Tour Granada
Pros:

Mi e piaciuto la posizione molto vicino al centro, si può andare anche a piedi e si fa una bella passeggiata, poi il posto molto carino di fronte al lago, ritornerei ma non farei lì la colazione perché costa il triplo di una colazione normale, su quello sono rimasta molto dispiaciuta. Non lo farei più

Cons:

Veramente hanno esagerato con il prezzo della coalizione, costa il triplo di quelle normali che alla fine si mangia lo stesso, al meno per me non va bene.

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Cesar • couple • ni
1
Cons:

No respetan las horas de descanso de los huéspedes! Te despiertan antes de las 6am para que muevas tu vehículo! No tienen buena logística para el guardado de los vehículos y no molestar al huésped! Te golpean las puertas e irrespetan el descanso de uno! No te trata. Con respeto y amabilidad para poder tratar de la misma manera! Si te tratan bien tratas bien si no respetan tu estancia y lo que quieres es descansar a quien no le va a molestar que lo lleguen a despertar un domingo antes de las 6am. Cuando estas pagando … no recomiendo para nada ese lugar

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Ubau • solo_traveller • ni
10
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Galdamez • couple • sv
9
Excelente lugar en relación precio y ubicación
Pros:

Céntrico, frente al lago

Cons:

Todo me gustó, solo no me gustó el olor que tenía la habitación

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Dejan • family_with_children • nl
8
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Dejan • family_with_children • nl
9
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Gamboa Ramirez • solo_traveller • cr
8
Cons:

La habitacion , tiene olor a humedad

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Alexandra • family_with_children • cr
5
El costo es elevado para las condiciones del lugar, mejor pagar un poco más por un lugar más aseado.
Pros:

La ubicación es buena, frete al malecón, caminamos varias veces hasta el parte y la catedral de noche inclusive y todo bien, no esta demasiado largo tampoco para caminar, hay aire condicionado y el equipo parece nuevo, el personal es amable y nos ayudaron con el servicio de lavandería de nuestra ropa.

Cons:

La primera habitación que me dieron, en la parte alta era simplemente insoportable dormir ahí, tenía un intenso olor a orina de rata o murciélago, luego nos cambiaron y el olor desapareció, el mobiliario es viejo e incomodo, las camas, closet en general, pedí cobijas y me dieron sábanas, la verdad pasamos algo de frío, el lugar donde se toma el desayuno esta bastante sucio.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Iris • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Marco Fallas • solo_traveller • cr
8
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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sharon • solo_traveller • il
8
Pros:

Nice stuff. Big room.

Cons:

Facilities are old.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Castro Flores • solo_traveller • cr
9
Pros:

La ubicación cerca de todos los lugares turísticos

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Valeska RM • couple • pe
8
ACOGEDORA
Pros:

La atención, muy amable el recepcionista, el desayuno estuvo delicioso.

Cons:

El aire acondicionado no enfriaba lo suficiente.

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Hector • family_with_children • cr
1
Malísima
Pros:

Nada

Cons:

Mal olor baños sucios no es lo que presentan en las fotos

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Annik • family_with_children • ca
8
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • family_with_children • cr
9
Todo muy bien lo recomiendo muy buena atención de parte del personal
Pros:

Muy cerca del malecón

Cons:

Pocos restaurantes al alrededor

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee