The Crown Hotel is a modern property located in a quiet area, just 200 metres from the beach. The 84 air- conditioned guestrooms have light, modern decor in bright, cheerful colours with oak furniture. All include balconies, satellite television, direct-dial phones and minibars. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. The Cromwell Restaurant serves an extensive range of Mediterranean cuisine available for breakfast, lunch and dinner, in a relaxed and informal setting. The hotel has an indoor pool and a rooftop pool, and there is a lobby bar and a poolside bar. There also is a fitness centre where guests can enjoy a workout, and staff at the 24- hour front desk can give advice on the hotel and surrounding area. Practical amenities include Internet access in public areas, currency exchange, dry cleaning services, laundry facilities, safe-deposit boxes, and nearby parking for those arriving by car. Guests can relax on the beach 200 metres away, enjoy a drink in the lively Irish pub next door, and visit the shopping centre 350 metres away. Malta International Airport is 15 kilometres (25 miles) from the hotel, approximately 40 minutes by car.