Malta resort information

Mellieha

Mellieha is a village located in the northwest of the island about 2 km inland from Malta's longest sandy beach. Qawra is just a short local bus ride away.

St. Paul’s Bay, Bugibba and Qawra

The twin resorts of St. Paul’s Bay and Bugibba have become increasingly popular in recent years, along with the quieter and more exclusive area of Qawra nearby. Situated on the eastern side of the Bay the resorts look across to St. Paul's Island. Bugibba, 15km from the capital Valletta is a thriving resort with excellent bathing from smooth rock platforms. A wide selection of restaurants, bars and night spots line the seafront walkway. The town of St. Paul’s Bay itself is somewhat quieter than Bugibba and the old town still manages to retain an old Maltese charm. Qawra is a newly developing resort which offers a rocky bathing area and a good range of water sports. Qawra is more chic than its neighbouring resort, Bugibba and has many shops situated along the seafront.

Sliema & St Julians

Sliema and the coastline up to neighbouring St. Julians constitute Malta's main coastal resort as well as the heartland for shopping and the home to some of Malta's newest hotels and apartments. Sliema is a shopper's paradise, with a selection of fashionable shops and boutiques. It has some flat, rocky beaches with watersports and has many restaurants lining the promenade, which provide cuisine from around the globe. St Julian's and Paceville are Malta's main nightlife and entertainment areas especially for the youngsters and the middle aged. The south of the island is characterised by quiet bays and fishing villages. Malta's two prehistoric temples, Hagar Qim and Mnajdra are situated here.

Comino

The beautiful and tiny island of Comino, situated off the northwest coast of Malta and with an abundance of small bays and caves, was historically a home to smugglers and pirates and is home to one of the most popular tourist attractions in Malta. Specifically, the Blue Lagoon, a picturesque cove which boasts a white sand sea bed and perfect turquoise waters. The Lagoon is excellent for snorkeling and other water sports. The island itself is classified as a nature reserve and as a result offers an excellent opportunity for bird watching, walking and an opportunity to see some stunning natural scenery.

An excellent day trip, Comino is accessible by ferry or speedboat from Mgar and Xlendi on Gozo, or from Cirkewwa, Sliema and Bugibba on Malta. There is a dive centre on the island, a small chapel and St. Mary's Tower. There is one hotel. The hotel has a caféι and bar which non-residents can pay to use. Comino's relaxed way of life is reflected in the lack of nightlife and restaurants.

Gozo

Gozo is Malta’s smaller sister island and enjoys a more idyllic character with the most picturesque scenery of the Maltese islands. Just four miles from Malta, it has three small resorts. Marsalforn has developed from a fishing village into a lively resort while Xlendi sits in a narrow rocky bat and Ramla Bay has Gozo’s finest sandy beach. Ideal for walkers and water sports enthusiasts alike, Gozo offers some of the best Mediterranean diving sites. Accommodation here ranges from 5* hotels and apartments to charming farmhouses, often with private pools.