Festive Gatherings, Rooftop Dining, and Gifts Worth Giving
The festive season at Iniala Valletta unfolds through moments with their own sense of occasion: the lighting of the Grand Christmas Tree, candlelit carols, intimate sommelier tastings, Venetian-inspired evenings and New Year’s Eve above the Grand Harbour. Many are complimentary for our guests. Beyond the celebrations, discover festive dining at our two rooftop restaurants, tranquil moments at WITHIN Spa and a considered collection of gifts.
A season of thoughtful details and timeless elegance, set against the magic of Valletta.
ION Harbour by Simon Rogan
Malta's only two-Michelin-starred restaurant brings together Simon Rogan's cooking and sweeping views across the Grand Harbour. Christmas Eve dinner and Christmas Day lunch offer an elegant alternative to hosting at home. On New Year's Eve, refined live entertainment carries the evening until the fireworks light up the harbour at midnight.
Private Events
For more intimate gatherings or larger celebrations, ION Harbour also offers private dining and bespoke events, accommodating up to 120 guests standing or 50 seated, fully catered and tailored to your occasion.
Special Lunches & Dinners at ION Harbour
Contact dine@ionharbour.com or book directly here.
Prices are subject to a 12.5 per cent discretionary service charge.
Starlight on the Bastions
Christmas Eve Gala Dinner
Time: 19:00 - 23:00.
Price: €250 per person
Christmas Late Long Lunch
An unhurried Christmas Day lunch. Lunch only, with no dinner service.
Time: From 12:30.
Price: €130 per person.
Midnight on the Harbour
New Year's Eve gala dinner with refined live entertainment and a front-row view of the Grand Harbour fireworks.
Time: 19.00 - 01.00.
Price: €350 per person.
Anaalā Valletta
Set atop the new Solis wing, Anaalā pairs regional Thai cuisine with sweeping views of Valletta and the Grand Harbour. Usually open for dinner, this December brings something rare: three festive rooftop lunches throughout the month. For Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Eve, discover three distinct dining experiences, each marking the occasion in Anaalā's signature setting.
Private Events
For companies planning their annual Christmas celebration, Anaalā offers a distinctive setting for private events, from elegant receptions beside the infinity pool to lively evenings on the terrace. Accommodating up to 150 guests standing or 55 seated, each gathering is fully catered and thoughtfully tailored to the occasion, with every detail considered to create a memorable celebration.
Special Lunches & Dinners at Anaalā Valletta
Contact dine@anaalavalletta.com or book directly here.
Prices are subject to a 10 per cent discretionary service charge.
Thai Sunday Lunch with Live Music
A long Sunday lunch on the rooftop, with regional Thai dishes, live music, and cocktails above the harbour.
Time: 12:30 - 15:00
Price: €75 per person
A Magical Night of Light
A candlelit Christmas Eve on the rooftop, with regional Thai dishes given a Christmas touch.
Time: 19:00 - 22:30
Price: €110 per person
Christmas at Anaalā
Christmas dinner with a Thai accent, on the roof of the Solis wing.
Time: 19:00 - 22:30
Price: €110 per person
Siam Stardust
A gala Thai banquet on the rooftop, with a welcome drink. Adults only.
Time: 19:30 - 01:00
Price: €165 per person
A Season of Wellbeing, Renewal & Restoration
Embrace the season with moments dedicated to relaxation, rejuvenation and self-care at Iniala Valletta. Discover the restorative experiences of WITHIN Spa and WITHIN Recovery, where relaxation meets wellbeing through thoughtfully curated treatments and recovery experiences.
Whether seeking to unwind, recharge or restore balance, take time to nurture both body and mind and welcome the season feeling refreshed, renewed and revitalised.
Discover more at www.withinvalletta.com.
Festive Rituals
As the year draws to a close, WITHIN Spa and WITHIN Recovery offer two festive rituals made for slowing down. Warm infrared light, unhurried massage and skin left glowing are paired with seasonal scents, something sweet and a small gift to take home. Each ritual can be enjoyed alone or shared with someone close.
Contact us at withinspa@inialamalta.com for more information or bookings.
A warming ritual scented with golden honey, aromatic cinnamon and rich chocolate. The skin is first polished and wrapped in nourishing warmth. A massage with melted candle oil follows, and the ritual closes with a facial that restores the skin’s natural radiance.
- Festive body exfoliation and nourishing body wrap
- 40-minute warm-candle oil massage
- 30-minute radiant glow facial
- A festive welcome drink
- Christmas chocolates
- A small Christmas gift for each guest
Approximately 100 minutes · €185 per person.
A festive journey for stillness and time well spent, whether on your own or side by side with someone special. Gentle infrared warmth prepares the body for a full-body massage, followed by a facial that leaves the skin nourished and refreshed. All of it takes place in a softly lit
festive setting.
- 25-minute infrared sauna session
- 50-minute full-body massage
- 25-minute nourishing express facial
- Festive refreshments and Christmas chocolates
- A small Christmas gift for each guest
Approximately 120 minutes · €225 per person.
Extend to an Overnight Stay
Make the occasion last a little longer with an overnight stay at Iniala Valletta. Rooted in intuitive hospitality and an instinctive understanding of every guest's needs, each stay is designed to feel effortless and personal.
Retreat to one of our individually designed suites, where thoughtful details, considered comforts and harbour or city views create a sanctuary above the city. Whether extending a festive celebration or simply taking time to unwind, discover the pleasure of staying a little longer at Iniala.
Give the Gift of Iniala
Whether for a loved one, a colleague, or a well-earned treat for yourself, an Iniala gift card is a present remembered long after the season has passed. Recipients choose the experience that feels most personal: dining at ION Harbour or Anaalā Valletta, an overnight stay in one of our suites, or a restorative escape at Within Spa.