On the northern coast of Malta is the beautiful city of Sliema. It is known as major residential and commercial area, with tons of shopping, dining and cafes to indulge in. It also has many places for tourists to check out, such as the Sliema Front, a promenade that goes along the coastline, made popular by joggers and walkers and by locals, as a local hangout spot in the summer months.
Take a romantic stroll on the boardwalk or indulge in Sliema’s nightlife of open-air restaurants, boutiques, cafes and even piercing and tattoo parlours. What was once a small fishing village has now become of the most popular and affluent neighbourhoods in Malta. Book a stay in a stylish Maltese villa or high rise apartment with one of these top Airbnb rentals and see the best of Malta.
1. Attractive twin room in Gzira (from USD 24)
This space is located a few minutes from the seafront and comes with all the amenities you’d need during your stay, like WiFi, a washing machine and kitchen use. A bus stop to get around town is located just outside, making transport around town and back fairly simple. The room comes equipped with an en-suite shower and some essentials.
Gzira, MaltaAccommodates: 2
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wifi was strong area is safeit is very comfortable and the bedrooms have air conditioningantoinette generously provides goodies for breakfast including tea coffee cakes etcour room was spacious and had good amenitiesi recommend antoinette' s room for a stay in maltaCleanliness:
the toilet is cleanthe room was clean and the bed really comfortablethe apartment is clean and the bed is really comfortableit was tidy and cleanthe room was spacious and clean as all the houseHost:
she was a kind and generous hostshe is very kind and caringshe's a wonderful host who offered us great advice on what to seegood situation and great hostantoinette is a wonderful host and very caringRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to a bus stopthe location is superb (the bus stop is just 2 mins away)very good place the location is nice to visit vallettagreat location lot of local tips and good breakfastthe location was excellent and we got around easily
2. A contemporary apartment (from USD 118)
Featuring minimalist design, this contemporary apartment is ready to make your stay in Ballutta one of the most unforgettable ones. Embrace the neutral tones, various motifs and patterns and relaxed atmosphere throughout. Grab your favorite novel and sit back in the open-plan living room to kill time. Make your way to the balcony to admire the view of the surrounding while you are relaxing over a glass of wine at night. The apartment provides one bedroom with a king bed and another bedroom with two sofa beds.
Antik, Tas-Sliema, MaltaAccommodates: 4
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you would be lucky to stay at this apartmentCleanliness:
it was nice and cleanit was cosy clean and beautifully decoratedthe flat was clean and very well equippedthe flat is very stylish clean and convenientthe apartment is so beautiful clean spacious and very well locatedHost:
she is a really kind host always available and ready to helpshe was even so kind as to gift us a celebratory bottle of spritzelaine was an amazing host always happy to helpoverall a very good hosta great appartment with a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great apartment in a convenient locationlocation is perfect for sliema and close to st julian’sthe location is great and close to all amenities - ideal spot for visiting maltavery good location the bedroom gives on backyard so very quietthe apartment is nicely done location is great and very food italian cafes done the road
3. Double bedroom with unique views on terrace (from USD 38)
This is a beautiful waterfront apartment that offers a wonderful terrace view of the city of Valletta. Not only does it have great views but it also is centrally located, close to all the shops and restaurants. Enjoy the picturesque views of the old city of Valletta on one side and the spectacular Mediterranean sea on the other.
Guests are also provided breakfast by the host and WiFi is included. Also, do note that the owner lives on the property, as well.
SLIEMA, MaltaAccommodates: 2
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great balcony for breakfast with a view of vallettathe room was comfortable and the balcony offered a spectacular view of the sliema harborclean rooms good amenities & fantastic hospitality and the view from the balconydesiree is a lovely person the house the view the roomi was so lucky that i have booked didi's roomCleanliness:
very clean & organiseddesirees apartment is clean and bright with a beautiful viewthe private bathroom and room is clean and quietreally comfy bed spotless floors beautiful house and would definitely recommend desiree’s placedesiree was accommodating and made the place comfortable and clean despite her busy lifeHost:
desirée was a delightful and very helpful hostgreat home great&very helpfull hosthost available on site and very helpfuldesiree is a very nice hostdesiree is a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location of the apartment is perfectthe location is also not bada very good apartment near several bus and ferry stationsgreat location spacious and quietgreat apartment and a great location
4. Luxurious, one bedroom maisonette (from USD 225)
This lovely home is a modern and luxurious house, set in the middle of Sliema. Being in the heart of town means that it is also very close to all amenities, like local shops and restaurants, as well as the waterfront promenade. The space includes a living room area, kitchen and even a backyard area. WiFi is included and the property is smoker-friendly.
Tas-Sliema, MaltaSuperhost Accommodates: 4
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the air conditioning is very effective but the flat is cool anywaybeyond which is a large bedroom with a large comfortable that gives onto an interior patiothe apartment is neat exactly as on the photosapartment was bigger than the photos and we loved the outside areagreat wifi which means that you can bring your own chromecastCleanliness:
apartment was clean and quiteapartment was clean and comfortableit is clean quiet and well equippedshaun’s house was spotlessly clean and tastefully furnishedso clean and fresh and the terrace is a great featureHost:
great host and overall good staytop host recommendedfantastic host super quick at replyingvery helpful host - thank youshaun is a brilliant host always communicating quickly to our questions and requestsRead more reviewsLocation:
great value & ideal locationgreat food choices near this locationgreat location with easy access by bus or ferry to vallettaapartment was very well situated and everything was in walking distancegreat location in a walking distance to sliema ferry (and big bus stops)
5. Lovely double bedroom (from USD 27)
This is a great little spot for solo travellers or couples, as it is close to the beach and other family-friendly activities. It is, of course, also close to many great nightlife spots, as well as public transport, so getting around town is very convenient. The space is very cosy and intimate and comes with many amenities already included, such as WiFi and a washer/dryer for people staying for longer periods. There is also a fully equipped kitchen and two bathrooms.
Tas-Sliema, MaltaAccommodates: 2
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no air con but a fan in the room helpedgets a bit warm with only the fanthe room was good we had a little heater and an extra blanketit looks very colourfull there was free coffee tea and water and a kitchen to usethe room was a bit hot but with the fan it worked out greatCleanliness:
it was clean and tidyeverything keeps in clean and tidy rooms are small but very prettyeverything was clean from the bed to the floorthe accomodation was clean nice and it was what i expectedvery friendly people the room was clean and comfortableHost:
staff is super friendlycontact with host was fast and easythe host is amazing and very helpfulshe is friendly and helpfulmaya and the other staff at 5trees are very friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and convenient neighborhoodwell located to enjoy many thingslocation of a room was greatit’s central location is perfect for travel through bus taxi or simply walkinglocation is good - close to ferries and buses to valletta’s bus terminal
6. Five Trees - Orange Room (from USD 24)
This is a great place for people looking to stay in a traditional Maltese townhouse. The space has a lot of artistic flair flowing throughout and is located in the heart of Sliema. Everything from the ferry service to the shops and cafes are all within walking distance, as well as the beautiful Sliema promenade.
Guests have access to the living room, kitchen, two bathrooms and a beautiful backyard, to chill out and enjoy the weather or grill up something on the BBQ. The accommodation also comes with free WiFi and satellite TV.
Tas-Sliema, MaltaAccommodates: 2
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i just never wanted to leave :) the rooms are colorful all with different unique vibeswe received a very friendly welcome and had a very comfortable stay at five treesfelt like my roomCleanliness:
really clean and tidy as wellthe place was clean and extremely comfortablethe place was very clean and the room comfortableeverything was very clean and we loved the details the house was decorated withalso it was always very cleanHost:
andrea was a great hostthe host was very accommodating and caringall staff was really kind and thoughtfulthe staff is very friendly and helpfulthe hosts were extremely friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
nice location close to the ferry and bus stationloads of good restaurants around and close to the bussuper convenient location only a 2 minute walk from lots of bus stops and the ferry to vallettathere are so many good bus links nearbyloved it great location super cute rooms with everything you need
7. One bedroom apartment - One minute away from sea (from USD 89)
This is a beautiful and spacious apartment with modern decor and it can sleep up to five people, making it a great option for families or friends looking to see the best of Malta. The kitchen space comes fully equipped, as does the bathroom. The location is only steps away from the shops and cafes, as well as the beach.
Public transport is close by as well, making the exploration of Sliema and Malta very easy. Parking is free on the premises and the space has free WiFi for guests.
Sliema, MaltaAccommodates: 5
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the wifi worked flawlessly and the washing machine was a nice plusthe apartment is lovely big with a well equipped kitchen and all the essential furniturethe apartment was ok just as shown and describedbuilding was safe and secure and quiet and apartment had a small balconyomar gave us clear details beforehand on how to get to the apartmentCleanliness:
the apartment itself is clean and very convenientapartment is clean and has very good localizationit's perfectly clean and well equipedthe apartment was very clean and there is everything important you may needapartman is nice and cleanHost:
the host was kind and ready to helpthe host is very welcoming and responsiveomar is a great host and is always available to answer any questionsomar was an excellent host helpful and easy to communicate withi highly recommend omar and his colleague sylvio as bnb hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing location and very accessiblegreat location just a couple blocks from bus stops and the seathe flat is very well located (very close to the sea and the bus stop)nice place with good locationthe apartment was perfectly located close to restaurants and entertainment
8. Luxury one-bedroom, fully equipped apartment (from USD 41)
This is a newly renovated, one bedroom apartment, perfect for couples, solo or business travellers. The apartment has been redesigned to some luxurious specifications, with a private entrance, fully equipped kitchen, living room, shower room and wonderful outdoor terrace. Free WiFi is included for all guests and it is close to all the shops and restaurants.
Sliema, MaltaAccommodates: 2
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there is only a fan do not expect air conditioningfairly simple facilities and no air con so was very warm although a fan is provideda lovely apartment in a quiet area with all amenitiesthe bedroom got v hot at night but james kindly provided a fan when we askedthere was an iron washing equipment clean towels and evens washing machine in the cute yardCleanliness:
it was very clean and well eqippedthe space is very clean and modernvery clean with all te necessaries and some moreapartment was v clean and kitchen well equippedit was very nice and very cleanHost:
james is a very kind hostjames is a great hostjames is a good hostjames is a good hostjames was a great host very helpful and friendly before and throughout our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
location is great coast is very closegreat place in a great location very safegreat location that is close to public transportation - so getting around to anywhere in malta was easygreat location thank you jamesgreat location close to bus stops lots of cafes and restaurants plus good supermarkets reasonably close by
9. Lovely single bedroom - Centrally located (from USD 27)
This private room in the owner’s house is a great option for people travelling alone or for business travellers who are only in town for a short trip. But, it is so close to the beach that you might not want to leave! The room is also close the nightlife, shops, cafes and everything else you’ll want to see while you’re visiting Sliema. Guests will have access to the kitchen, TV, washing machine and, of course, free WiFi.
Tas-Sliema, MaltaAccommodates: 1
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a fan would improve the roomhad a shared living room and good kitchen amenitiesnice room very beautiful interior walls covered with paintings and nice pictures beautiful houseall of the things you need are available like kitchen oven microwave oven fridge wifi livingroom tv etceverything was perfect: nice and cozy room nice people amenities priceCleanliness:
bathrooms and kitchen are clean and nicethe house is nicely decorated and cleanvery cozy & clean appartment providing everything you needthe kitchen equipment is clean and sufficientit was clean and up to my normal standardsHost:
the staff were absolutely lovelythe staff was very friendlythe staff were very friendlystaff was so helpful kind and reservedfriendly host with beautiful roomRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for a reasonable priceexcellent location and set upnice quiet place near quay - very nice locationthis place located in very convenient area with easy public transport accessgreat location and really nice guesthouse
10. Apartment - Minutes from the sea
This is a cosy and quaint, fully furnished apartment that’s centrally located and, best of all, just minutes away from the seafront. The space is quite modern and includes most of the amenities guests will need during their stay, like a kitchen and WiFi. The neighbourhood is quiet and residential but still very close to all the shops, restaurants and cafes.
The kitchen comes fully equipped and the living area has several seating options and a 40-inch TV. Towels and linens are provided and guests have patio access, with garden tables to enjoy the beautiful Maltese weather.
11. Highly finished Valletta apartment
Enjoy some spectacular sea views from the balcony in this gorgeous apartment that sleeps up to three people. It’s located just under a minutes’ walk from the Upper Barrakka Gardens and about a five-minute walk from all the shops, bars and local restaurants. Upon arrival, guests will be greeted by a welcome pack that includes some basics, like milk, bread, coffee, tea, soap and shampoo. WiFi and a TV are included, as well some amenities for cooking.
Accommodates: 3
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the wifi worked extremely wellthe ac in the unit made our stay very comfortableeverything was very clean comfortable bed air conditioning and an amazing balcony with great viewsthanks danielle for comfortable possibilities to see valletta and more :)great location perfect sized apartment for a couple great air con in the bedroomCleanliness:
it was clean and cosythe apartment was clean and cozythe house is cleanit was very clean and comfortable and quiet and had everything we neededthe apartment is really clean and exactly as picturedHost:
host friendly & helpful would definitely returndanielle was a great hostshe was very helpful before we arrived and gave us nice tipsdanielle was also a great host who was alway quick to replydanielle was a lovely hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is very good and centralgreat location close to bus station and restaurantsamazing location right in the heart of vallettathe location of the apartment is ideal if you want to wander around vallettasmall but centrally located apartment in a great location with easy access to public transport
Mediterranean paradise
Malta is a beautiful country with so much to see and explore. Sliema is just a small part of the country but make sure you visit it, as it has fantastic beaches, great restaurants and amazing cafes - not to mention fun nightlife and great shopping!