Malta's iconic Phoenicia Hotel is offering great deals this summer, with savings of up to 20% and rooms in August available from just £63 per person per night, for stays of five nights or more.

Set by the gates of UNESCO World Heritage City Valletta, you'll find plenty of events happening in Malta throughout the summer to suit a wide variety of tastes, with many of them offering free entry.

The Farsons Great Beer Festival takes place from 24th July to 2nd August at the Ta' Qali National Park, with free entry and the chance to sample the best of both local and international beers whilst also enjoying a great line-up of musicians and artists.

Meanwhile jazz lovers can visit the exquisite Palazzo de Piro in Mdina for its free Live Jazz Sessions every Wednesday throughout the summer from 8pm to 11pm, featuring a host of renowned jazz players in this breathtaking setting.

For clubbers, UK favourite Creamfields will take over the Ta Qali arena in Valletta on 14th August with a line-up of leading DJs for an all night event from 6pm to 4am, all for just 30 Euros.

The Phoenicia Hotel is just a short stroll from Valletta with its magnificent architecture, laid-back Mediterranean charm and its beautiful waterfront setting. It's also an ideal base for exploring the rest of the island, with boat excursions and sightseeing bus tours departing close by, as well as a free shuttle service to the beach daily throughout the summer.

Set within over seven acres of gardens, the hotel boasts a variety of renowned bars and restaurants, an outdoor pool set against the city walls and exceptional service that has seen it repeatedly win acclaim from leading customer review sites.

To book visit www.phoeniciamalta.com or call 0800 862 0025.

Airlines flying to Malta direct from the UK include Air Malta, British Airways, Easyjet, Ryanair and Jet 2.