Dock 1 Boutique Hotel
Sea views over the Grand Harbour from the Three Cities
A place to stay in BML 1252 Cospicua
Dock 1 Boutique Hotel sits in Cospicua, one of Malta's Three Cities on the southern shore of the Grand Harbour. Rooms look out over the water or the surrounding townscape, and the building has its own bar, coffee house, and outdoor dining area. The hotel has 468 guest reviews and holds a 8.8/10 rating. Parking is on-site, the airport shuttle is available, and free Wi-Fi runs throughout the property. Facilities for guests with disabilities are in place.
Is this stay right for you?
A small hotel in Cospicua with genuine sea views, on-site parking, an airport shuttle, and a breakfast that guests single out as very good.
Best for
- Couples wanting Grand Harbour views
- Travellers who need on-site parking
- Those arriving by flight who want a shuttle
- Anyone after a quieter base outside Valletta
Less suited to
- Travellers who want a pool
- Those wanting to be walking distance from Valletta's main strip
Views across the harbour
Several room categories face the sea directly, and the outdoor dining area and balconies give guests a place to sit with that same outlook. City and garden views are also available depending on the room chosen.
Outdoor dining and bar
The outdoor dining area comes with furniture for al fresco meals. Inside, the bar and the on-site coffee house cover drinks throughout the day without leaving the property.
The Deluxe Suite with Spa Bath
The spa bath suite is the most distinctive room in the building — a king-bed suite that goes beyond standard fittings, suited to guests who want a bit more from a night in Malta.
Practical extras throughout
Every room has an electric kettle, refrigerator, air conditioning, and streaming service access alongside cable TV. Beds run extra long at over 80 inches, and slippers and free toiletries are standard.
What stands out
Inside Dock 1 Boutique Hotel
Amenities at Dock 1 Boutique Hotel
Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Very Good Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- View
- Free Wifi
- Flat-screen TV
- Room service
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 80 inches)
View
- City view
- Garden view
- Sea view
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Balcony
Where it is
5 sights nearby, the closest being Collegiate Church of the Immaculate Conception at 200 m; the nearest ferry pier, Grand Harbour Marina;Valletta - Three Cities, is 100 m away.
Things to do nearby
- Collegiate Church of the Immaculate Conceptionplace of worship200 m
- Bir Mula Heritagemuseum250 m
- Malta at War Museummuseum310 m
- Collegiate Church of Saint Lawrenceplace of worship480 m
- Auberge d’Auvergne et de Provencehistoric site630 m
Getting around
- Grand Harbour Marina;Valletta - Three Citiesferry pier100 m
- Cospicuaferry pier160 m
Direct-line distances, measured from the property; data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Across 468 reviews, guests give Dock 1 a 8.8/10. Location, cleanliness, and free Wi-Fi are the qualities most consistently called out. Breakfast earns its own specific mention in the property's highlights, rated as very good — an above-average result for a hotel of this size.
- Staff8.9
- Facilities8.8
- Cleanliness9.1
- Comfort9.1
- Value For Money8.6
- Location9.5
- Free Wifi9.7
Reviews scoring 9–10: 22 · average 9.5
They wrote about: location, room, cleanliness
Reviews scoring 7–9: 8 · average 8
They wrote about: room, location, cleanliness
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The fine print
- Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
- Check-out
From 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Questions & answers
Where exactly is Dock 1 Boutique Hotel?
The hotel is in Cospicua, one of Malta's Three Cities on the southern shore of the Grand Harbour. It is a separate urban area from Valletta, though the two are close.
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes. On-site parking is available and is listed among the property's most popular facilities.
Does the hotel run an airport shuttle?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. Contact the hotel directly to arrange timing and any applicable cost.
Is breakfast included?
Breakfast is available on-site and is described as very good. Whether it is included in the room rate depends on the booking option selected at checkout.
What room types are available?
There are four categories: Deluxe Double with Balcony and Sea View, Deluxe Double or Twin with Sea View, Deluxe Suite with Spa Bath, and Superior Suite with Sea View. Rates start from €124.
Is the hotel accessible for guests with disabilities?
Yes. Facilities for disabled guests are confirmed and listed among the property's highlighted features.
Does the hotel have a bar or somewhere to eat on-site?
The hotel has a bar, a coffee house, and an outdoor dining area with furniture. Room service is also available.
Do rooms have a sea view?
Three of the four room categories include a sea view. The Deluxe Double with Balcony and Sea View also has a private balcony. City and garden views are available in other configurations.
Is Wi-Fi free at Dock 1?
Yes. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property and is one of the most frequently highlighted features by guests.
What streaming and TV services are in the rooms?
All rooms have a flat-screen TV with cable channels and access to a streaming service such as Netflix.
Are the beds extra long?
Yes. The hotel has extra long beds measuring over 80 inches — worth noting for taller guests.
How do I book a room?
Rooms can be booked through standard online travel platforms or by contacting the hotel directly. The starting rate is €124 per night, with the final price depending on room type and dates.