Cugó Gran Macina Malta

The Cugó Gran Macina Grand Harbour – the new icon of Senglea harbour. The Macina, a 16th century, Maltese landmark, meets modern interior design. The hotel offers 21 spacious suites from 40 to 130 m², with high vaulted ceilings, hand-picked designer pieces and an uninterrupted view of the marina.

The exclusive pool on the roof of the building promises wellness and relaxation in a sublime atmosphere above the city’s roof tops. Relax back into one of our loungers and allow your gaze to roam across the Mediterranean setting. Alternatively, why not rent our roof terrace for your event.

This can accommodate up to 1000 guests, providing them with breathtaking luxury and a view across to the Maltese capital of Valletta. The Cugó Gran Macina Grand Harbour will make your stay an unforgettable experience.

THE HISTORY
Constructed by the Order of Saint John in 1554, the Macina formed part of a bastion which was to protect Senglea from invaders over the centuries to come and was an important landmark in the city. At the start of the 16th century, an enormous wooden construction – the “Macina” – was added to the building.

This was a sheer crane able to lift heavy loads or entire parts of sailing ships onto land. In 1864 the wooden sheers were replaced by a heavy and even more powerful iron construction. In 1927, as the “Macina” was being dismantled following its closure, it fell into the sea creating a 5 ft-high wave.

From the 1970s to the mid-1990s, the Maltese Labour Party used the building as their headquarters. In 2018, the Cugo Gran Macina Grand Harbour Hotel opened its doors – and with it a landmark had been brought back to life.

PRESIDENTIAL SUITE
The absolute highlight among the suites at the Cugo Gran Macina Grand Harbour is the Presidential suite. The suite offers you an incredible and spacious terrace, and large windows affording you a panoramic view of the entire harbour. Two large bedrooms offer unique lighting, designer furniture of exquisite quality and comfortable king-size and queen-size beds.

The living room has an elegant lounge area with Italian designer furniture and a dining table which will seat up to 6 people. A fully equipped kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave-oven is also provided.

SENGLEA SUITE
The extensive Senglea suites impress with the unique view from a comfortable terrace and living room. The bedroom is furnished with a king-size bed under the high vaulted ceiling and an exquisite bathroom. The Senglea suites are on the second floor, they have large windows and are soundproofed to ensure you have a peaceful and restful stay.

MACINA GRAND HARBOUR SUITE
The Macina Grand Harbour suite offers you every conceivable comfort: a large lounge with dining table for up to 6 people, a fully equipped kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave-oven, a bathtub and a superb view across the harbour.

The suite has two bedrooms with comfortable king-size beds, and each has a private bathroom. The suite can accommodate up to 8 guests and can be extended, if required, with a fortress suite.

FORTRESS SUITE
The wonderfully spacious Fortress suites provide you with comfortable sitting areas furnished with Italian designer sofas and LCD TV. Enjoy these extraordinary rooms with high ceilings and plenty of natural light.

You will sleep in a comfortable king-size bed and enjoy the unique Cugo Gran Macina Grand Harbour room service. One of our Fortress suites is accessible for people with disabilities.

RESTAURANT & BAR
We are currently working hard to create for you an exceptional gastronomic experience at our new restaurant. The restaurant is currently just open for the delicious a-la-carte breakfast, but in a few weeks, you will also be able to experience an ultimate gastronomic voyage in a true historic venue.

Drawing on its history, the new gastronomical concept will take on the vast history of the Maltese Islands and take you on a culinary journey across the world. The menu will comprise contemporary dishes only using the finest local and seasonal produce.

The authentic cuisine on offer will be able to unite people, whilst connecting history and contemporary in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Dining al fresco will definitely be the order of the day, especially in the warmer months, when the imposing bastions, the fortified city of Birgu, and the spectacular harbour are illuminated by traditional Festa firework displays.

You can also enjoy world class wines from the expansive wine cellar. Get your taste buds ready to be swept away by a unique culinary experience at our new restaurant. It will soon be open again.

The bar mirrors the food menu in its vast and international offering with an array of craft beers, a vast 110 range of local, foreign and vintage wines, flagship spirits and an extensive gourmet cocktail list using fresh fruit, homemade syrups and infusions.

POOL & WELLNESS
The extraordinary rooftop pool offers unparalleled panoramic views of the Grand Harbour and the historic cities of Cospicua and Vittoriosa. For your convenience we offer umbrellas and sunbeds, so you can enjoy the fresh water during the summer months.

Cugó Gran Macina Grand Harbour also provides a pre-booking service on wellness treatments. Please feel free to enquire at reception about what we have on offer. We are happy to organise exclusive sessions for you. In the immediate vicinity of the hotel there are opportunities for jogging, swimming, sailing and other sports.

EVENTS & MEETINGS
The Cugo Gran Macina Grand Harbour Hotel provides you and your guests with an unbelievable location for your event – The Sheer Bastion. From the roof of the old bastion, enjoy a unique panoramic view of the Grand Harbour, the “three cities” and across to Valletta, with up to 1000 guests or seating for 300.

The Sheer Bastion is supplied by Hammet’s Catering which uses only the very best local and seasonal products to guarantee you the perfect culinary experience. Explore our wedding and event packages upon request.

CONFERENCE ROOM
The Cugó Gran Maċina Grand Harbour has a comfortable conference room available for meetings, presentations and smaller conferences. The elegant room can accommodate up to 10 participants.

All amenities are provided for you with a fully equipped kitchenette, full air conditioning and a 70-inch flat screen television. Offer your business partners an unforgettable atmosphere in the Cugó Gran Macina Grand Harbour Hotel.

DISCOVER MALTA
Enjoying 300 days of sunshine a year, Malta packs glorious variety into its small archipelago. You’ll find prehistoric temples, fossil-studded cliffs, hidden coves, thrilling scuba diving and a history of remarkable intensity.

The deep blue sea and traditional sandstone buildings provide a colourful setting for your stay. Yet it is so rich culture and beaches that it makes it one of the favourite holiday destinations. Officially the Republic of Malta, consists of the main island Malta and the smaller islands of Gozo and Comino.

HISTORY OF THE ISLAND
Since Neolithic times, for around eight thousand years, Malta has been habited and remains from that time can still be found on the island. Malta was later ruled by the Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans and Arabs. The Normans then seized Malta in 1091. For a period, the Maltese islands also made part of the Kingdom of Sicily.

The Order of Knights of St John ruled the islands from 1530 -1798. In the time they were in Malta, they built what is still the capital city of Malta- Valletta. Of interest, is that the knights erected strong fortifications as a protective measure to the main cities around the Valletta region and the three cities.

These fortifications can still be seen standing today, in all their glory. The Maltese gained their independence from the British in 1964. In May 2004, Malta became a member of the European Union.

These vast array of cultures and civilisations, together with the strategic point Malta has always held, has left the island as a preserved historical gem echoing times past with a historical site at every corner!

GASTRONOMY
Traditional Maltese food is rustic and based on the seasons and the agricultural definition of the islands. Just to mention some of the dishes, Rabbit Stew, Bragioli, thin beef fillet wraps iwith various stuffings, and Widow’s soup, which includes a Gbejna which is a type of goat cheese in very high demand.

Suggested snacks are Hobz biz–zejt, Maltese bread dipped in olive oil and rubbed with tomatoes and in some cases with a mix of tuna, onion and capersand also Pastizzi, which are flaky pockets of pastry filled with ricotta or peas.

Aljotta is also a popular dish and can be described best as a fish soup, of which content can vary depending on the catch of the day. Octopus and squid are also very typical of Maltese gastronomy and are very often used to make stews and pasta dishes.

Wıne is also part of the Maltese culture.International grape varieties grown on the Islands include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Grenache, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Carignan, Chenin Blanc and Moscato. The indigenous varieties are Gellewza and Ghirghentina, which are producing some great wines that are rich and full of flavour.

If you are interested in Maltese gastronomy, we definitely recommend to experience our in-house restaurant Hammett’s Macina. Our gastronomical concept is a take on the islands’ succession of powers with a modern representation of traditional Mediterranean culinary influences that date back to the Phoenician times.

VALLETTA
Founded in the 16th century by the Order of Saint John, the preserved city remains largely unchanged and is a UNESCO world heritage site.

Enjoy the unique flare of the 2018 European Capital of Culture. Valletta has breathtaking cultural treasures on offer, including the St. John Co- Cathedral with the masterpiece “The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist” by Caravaggio, the many museums and the Palace of the Grand Master of the Order of Saint John.

One can take the Ferry from Cugo Gran Macina-Isla to Valletta with regular trips every half an hour, it takes just 5 minutes and the cross offers fantastic scenery of the harbour.

NATURE & BEACHES
Malta may be small, but it will never cease to amaze you! Sheer cliffs made of layer upon layer of sedimentary rock rise majestically from the seas, especially on the western side of both Malta and Gozo. The latter is characterised by flat-topped hills and green valleys, which are covered in multi-coloured wild flowers in spring.

In Malta there are many natural attractions to visit. The Fungus rock and Inland sea are two natural wonders located within a few metres from each other in Dwejra on Gozo and they are definitely to be added on your must see list.

Created by gushing torrential waters flowing down the valley to form a powerful whirlpool, which finally met the sea through a weakness in the rock that formed a cave tunnel and ended up being a place of spectacular beauty. There are also caves and grottos with interesting rock formations to discover.

The natural attractions on the Maltese Islands are not found only above ground but also continue underwater. Snorkelers and divers can find some of the most bizarre landscapes of the Mediterranean in the sea surrounding Malta, Gozo and Comino.

Malta is surrounded by the clear, blue Mediterranean Sea and most areas on the island are safe for swimming. Sandy beaches are in the North and are extremely popular especially on the weekends when Maltese families go down early in the morning and stay till after sunset.

Kiosks on the beach sell cold drinks, snack food and ice cream and there are water sports on offer like sailing, waterskiing, canoeing and paragliding.

With sparkling light blue seas clear as crystal rippling gently on a bed of thick white sand and surrounded by a scattering of islands on all sides, the Blue Lagoon in Comino is also extraordinary in its beauty and a highly recommended site to visit!

Rooms: 9

Price: from 135 EUR per night

Source: www.cugogranmacina.com