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Best Places to Stay in Malta 2025
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items Looking for the perfect place to stay in Malta? From charming boutique hotels to luxurious seaside escapes, I’ve rounded up my top three picks in each location to help you plan your adventure!
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Valletta
Mdina
St. Julian's
Sliema
St. Paul's Bay
Mellieha
Valletta
Stay in Valletta for easy access to Malta’s top sights, charming historic streets, and a central location perfect for exploring the island.
👉This is our TOP choice for where to stay in Valletta! It's a charming boutique family-run hotel in a historic building, just steps from the main walking street. Trust me… this is a true gem!
Valletta Lucente Hotel: A Central Boutique Stay
❤️Housed in a restored 19th-century palazzo, Casa Ellul is an intimate boutique hotel with elegant rooms, a full-service spa, and exceptional personalized service for a truly unforgettable stay.
Casa Ellul - Small Luxury Hotel in Valletta
Housed in a restored 17th-century villa near Valletta, 23 Boutique Hotel offers couples a romantic, intimate stay with historic charm, modern comforts, and exceptional service.
23 Boutique - Adults Only - Valletta & Grand Harbor
Valletta is one of our favorite cities in Europe. Between the beautiful architecture, friendly people and fantastic food, this unique city is hard to beat!
City of Valletta - UNESCO World Heritage Centre
Mdina
Stay in Mdina for a quiet, romantic escape surrounded by ancient walls, peaceful alleyways, and breathtaking views over the Maltese countryside.
❤️Escape to the heart of Mdina at Palazzo Bifora, where historic alleyways, elegant rooms, and a rooftop pool create the perfect setting for a romantic couples' getaway!
Palazzo Bifora - Romantic Stay in Mdina
Craving opulence & luxury? Well, Xara Palace Boutique Hotel is like stepping into 17th century Baroque artwork. This spectacular hotel offers tastefully designed suites with amazing views, award winning cuisine, and has immaculate attention to de...
The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux - 5 Star Luxury
Budget & Family Friendly! Point de Vue Guesthouse in Rabat offers modern accommodations with a terrace, a children's playground, daily English breakfast, and two on-site restaurants, just 100 meters from Mdina's medieval walls.
Point de Vue Guesthouse - Affordable Stay in Mdina
Mdina feels like an ancient city you would find in a fairytale with its fortified limestone walls, colorful flowers and gorgeous island views! It's a great place to stay if you're looking for a romantic stay.
Insider's Guide to Mdina, Malta
St. Julian's
Stay in St. Julian’s if you want lively nightlife, beachfront hotels, and easy access to restaurants, bars, and St. George’s Bay.
❤️Located in lively Paceville, Ivy Hotel is a stylish adults-only stay with spacious rooms, luxe rainfall showers, and easy access to nightlife, dining, and entertainment.
Ivy Hotel - Adults Only: Stay in St. Julian’s
If you're looking for party vibes, the H Hotel & Spa in vibrant Paceville offers luxury, a rooftop pool, and a lively, chic atmosphere just steps from St. George’s Bay.
H Hotel - Adults Only in St. Julian's
Stay near the BEACH at Be.HOTEL in St. Julian's. It has modern rooms, a rooftop pool, spa, and great dining, all within walking distance of the beach and vibrant nightlife.
be.HOTEL in St. Julian's near the beach
St. Julian's is the perfect base if you're craving gorgeous views, amazing restaurants, a younger crowd and fantastic nightlife!
St Julian's: All You Need to Know Before You Go
Sliema
Stay in Sliema for a relaxed seaside vibe, shopping, waterfront promenades, and quick ferry access to Valletta.
❤️The Londoner Hotel Sliema offers modern luxury by the sea, with a rooftop pool, spa, and private beach access—perfect for relaxing steps from Sliema’s best sights and dining.
The Londoner Hotel Sliema: Adults Only
The Marea Boutique Hotel, an adult-only haven in Sliema, offers spacious, modern rooms with a touch of Maltese charm, perfect for couples seeking relaxation near vibrant attractions.
Marea Boutique Hotel - Adults Only in Sliema
💙Land's End Boutique Hotel is a gorgeous 4 star hotel that offers modern luxury with panoramic sea views, an indoor pool, and a prime location near the Valletta ferry terminal and The Point Shopping Mall.
Land's End Boutique Hotel - 4 Star with Sea Views in Sliema
If you're after amazing shopping, beautiful sea views and a great culinary scene… Sliema is the spot for you!
Sliema: All You Need to Know Before You Go
St. Paul's Bay
Stay in St. Paul’s Bay for a laid-back coastal escape with beautiful sea views, waterfront restaurants, and easy access to Malta’s northern beaches.
❤️With direct beach access and stunning sea views, Seaview Hotel Malta offers spacious rooms, a rooftop pool and terrace, two restaurants, and a vibrant seaside vibe.
Seaview Hotel Malta: 16+ Hotel in St. Paul’s Bay
Bora Bora Ibiza Hotel Malta is a lively, music-filled resort near Bugibba Beach, with beach bars, pools, a nightclub, and the ultimate party vibes for an unforgettable stay.
Bora Bora Ibiza Music Resort - Adults Only 18+
This family-friendly 4-star hotel features indoor and outdoor pools, spacious rooms with balconies, and a convenient location near Bugibba's promenade and beaches.
Pebbles Resort - Family Friendly!
We stayed near St. Paul's Bay after exploring Gozo and loved the quieter atmosphere and proximity to beaches!
St. Paul's Bay: All You Need to Know Before You Go
Mellieha
Stay in Mellieħa for a peaceful, village-like atmosphere, sandy beaches, and stunning countryside views perfect for a relaxing Maltese getaway.
💙My FAVORITE place to stay in Malta! Just minutes from the beach, Lure Hotel & Spa is a luxury adults-only escape in Mellieha with chic rooms, top-tier service, pools, and a full-service spa.
Lure Hotel & Spa Adults Only in Mellieha
AX The Victoria Hotel in Sliema offers classic Victorian charm, modern comforts, a rooftop pool, and a spa, all just steps from the seafront promenade.
AX The Victoria Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia
Stay on a private beach! The Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Malta Golden Sands offers a stunning sea views and luxury amenities for the ultimate Mediterranean escape.
Radisson Blu Resort & Spa - Luxury Hotel on the BEACH!
It's hard to argue with a sandy beach… and Mellieha Bay is one of the few places to stay that offers accommodations near the beach!
Mellieha Beach - TripAdvisor
3 Cities
Senglea Suites is a romantic, adults-only hotel in the Three Cities, offering elegant suites, stunning Grand Harbor views, and a peaceful, authentic Maltese escape.
Senglea Suites - Adults Only in the 3 Cities
❤️Casa Maria Tereza is perfect for those seeking modern design and amenities in a gorgeous, historic building. Couples especially love this hotel with its amazing views and rooftop pool.
Casa Maria Tereza in Cospicua
The BOCO Boutique Hotel is a 16th-century villa in Cospicua that combines Maltese culture, local art, and stunning Grand Harbor views for a unique stay.
BOCO Boutique Hotel in Cospicua
Our visit to the 3 Cities was one of the best days on Malta because there are less tourists, beautiful architecture with small alleys and fantastic harbor views. It's a fantastic base for exploring the island.
An Insider's Guide to the Three Cities of Malta
Marsaxlokk & Marsaskala
❤️South Wind Guesthouse offers spacious, airy rooms for a great price! Some rooms are equipped with a kitchenette, and others have a balcony with sea view. It is close to 3 beaches and has free parking nearby.
South Wind Guesthouse in Marsaxlokk
This place offers modern, well-equipped rooms with memory foam beds, a rooftop pool, and great service. Plus, you're walking distance to the beach and dining options.
TJ Boutique Accommodation in Marsaskala
El Doris Boutique Living is a budget friendly option just 700m from the beach. Rooms are modern and spacious with high ceilings. Choose a room with a balcony for amazing views of the harbor!
El Doris Boutique - Budget Friendly with sea views in Marsaskala
Marsaxlokk is a quiet fishing village with a chill vibe. If you're into colorful fishing boats and great seafood, base yourself here!
Seven Things To Do in Marsaxlokk