Best Hotels & Accommodation in Malta (By Budget, Area, and Groups)

Last updated: January 2026

This is not a random hotel list. It’s the guide that stops you from booking the “wrong type” of stay for your trip. In Malta, the best accommodation is the one that matches your week: nightlife convenience, quiet recovery, beach access, or culture focus.

Step 1: Choose the right accommodation type

Hotels (best for simplicity)

• Best for: short stays, couples, first-timers, people who want zero friction.
• What to look for: sound insulation, late check-in, and a location that matches your plan.

Aparthotels / Apartments (best for groups)

• Best for: friends trips, longer stays, and anyone who wants space and cost control.
• What to look for: AC, clear check-in process, and realistic walking distance to transport.

Hostels (best for budget + social)

• Best for: solo travelers and budget trips where location matters more than comfort.

Step 2: Match your budget to the right “non-negotiables”

Budget stays (value-first)

• Prioritize: clean reviews, location, AC, and transport access.
• Don’t pay extra for “luxury features” you won’t use.

Mid-range (best balance)

• Prioritize: sleep quality, strong shower/AC, and a base that reduces daily transport cost.
• This is the best tier for most Malta trips.

Premium / luxury (comfort + experience)

• Prioritize: service level, quieter rooms, and proximity to the areas you’ll actually use.
• If you’re planning VIP-style nights, a premium base reduces friction.

Where to stay: best choices by traveler type

First-timers (do-everything week)

Best base: Sliema / Gżira, or a quieter edge of St Julian’s.

Nightlife-first trips

Best base: St Julian’s / Paceville (or very close). It’s about convenience and timing.

Couples (quality + atmosphere)

Best base: Valletta / Three Cities (for beauty) or a calmer coastal zone for relaxation.

Groups of friends

Best base: apartments in Sliema/St Julian’s corridor to control costs and keep everyone together.

Families

Best base: Mellieħa / north areas with beach access and calmer evenings.

The mistake that costs the most

Booking a “cheap” stay far from your plan usually becomes expensive through daily rides, wasted time, and fatigue. In Malta, location is part of the price.

If you want a week that feels premium without overspending, spend your money where it removes friction: the right base, the right timing, and the right plan.