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I’ve not stayed in the Marriott but I’ve stayed in the Westin Dragonara a few times before and after the pandemic, as I’m a fan of the attached dive centre (DiveWise).
Kwho is spot on with regards to the location – neither are perfect, but the Marriott is a little better. There are slightly nicer bars and restaurants around the Marriott – St Julian has a few more party bars and clubs, but there is quality around there too if you look. For example there is a lovely little restaurant serving local game, specialists and wine at the quieter, Westin end of one of the party streets. It is easy to get a taxi into Valetta though, and I’ve walked it too!
The Westin has a fun casino if that is your thing. It is a big complex, the staff are decent, I liked the breakfast and I’ve been treated well as both a Titanium and a Platinum. The rooms are a little dated but they are a great size, with big balconies. The lounge is a nice space on the top floor of one of the building, with an lovely outdoor terrace, but post pandemic the hours were cut and the food and drink quality dropped – my last trip was Dec 2021 though, so it may be back to normal!
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