Corinthia Hotel, Malta

With a flight time of under three hours from London the Corinthia is ideal for a long weekend summer or winter sun break. The high-rise and highly-concentrated location of St. Georges Bay makes for a bit of an eyesore, but it’s only ten minute by taxi to Valletta the island’s capital and main tourist draw. The Corinthia has a slightly corporate feel throughout with its large shiny foyer, meeting rooms, spa and gym. Safely furnished rooms look out collectively over major swimming pool. Food wise you can exptect a standard buffet breakfast, but Fra Martino and White Olive restaurants have excellent menus and are well worth trying.