The Maltese Sun

3.5 star property
City-center guesthouse within walking distance of Sliema Promenade

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Located near Sliema Promenade, The Maltese Sun offers a warm and inviting stay with laundry facilities and a delightful terrace. Connect to WiFi, take advantage of luggage storage, and enjoy the convenience of ATM services on site. Previous guests have praised the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Premium bedding
The current price is $92
$100 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Double Room, Patio

  • City view
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room (Roof Terrace)

  • City view
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room (Patio)

  • City view
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Twin Room (separate private bathroom)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Executive Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
53 St Margaret St, Sliema

What's nearby

  • Saint Julian's Bay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tower Road - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sliema Promenade - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Exiles Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Balluta Bay - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 31 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Barracuda - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Crema Siciliana - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Fresco's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Piccolo Padre - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Plough and Anchor - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Maltese Sun

  • When you stay at The Maltese Sun, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Sliema Promenade and St George's Beach. Also, this guest house is within a short drive of Malta Experience.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
    • Free offsite parking nearby
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol allowed onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 0.50 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 15 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 20 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

The Maltese Sun Sliema
The Maltese Sun Guesthouse
The Maltese Sun Guesthouse Sliema

Frequently asked questions

Does The Maltese Sun offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Maltese Sun does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Maltese Sun?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Maltese Sun?

No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Maltese Sun?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 20 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Maltese Sun?

You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Maltese Sun?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but Dragonara Casino (4-min drive) and Oracle Casino (14-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Maltese Sun and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Sliema Promenade (6-min walk) and Blue Grotto (8.9 mi), along with Hagar Qim (9.2 mi) and Mnajdra Megalithic Temples (9.4 mi).

What's the area around The Maltese Sun like?

The Maltese Sun is in the heart of Sliema, a short 6-minute walk from Sliema Promenade and 5 minutes' walk from Balluta Bay.

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Reviews

The Maltese Sun Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was plentiful, fresh, and served on a lovely rooftop terrace with a great selection of options. (17 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

Really friendly staff, spotlessly clean and well equipped room, good location all at a fantastic price
Kim, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room which was serviced every day. Really appreciated the tea and coffee making facilities in the room. Good breakfast and friendly staff.
Graham, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Looks like the photos, the breakfast is excellent.
Alexandra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice location, friendly staff, close to all restaurants, Sliema is the best place to stay right in the middle
Mark, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The Maltese Sun is a fabulous B&B in the heart of Sliema. Within easy reach of some excellent restaurants and close to public transport. The B&B is spotlessly clean throughout. The buffet breakfast is fabulous. Jessica, in reception, and the rest of the team are amazing. Thank you.
Richard, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, short walk to waterfront and maybe 10 mins to all the restaurants but in a quiet neighbourhood. Great reception, room was spotless, comfie bed and pillows! The rate included breakfast which was really nice and fresh - staff at breakfast were lovely! Served on rooftop terrace which we really enjoyed. Staff super responsive to any queries. Highly recommend!!!
Karen, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding service and super friendly staff in an authentic maltese environment.
Biljana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

My second stay here and I will definitely be staying again. Premises and room are very clean, comfy bed, good shower. Breakfast is plentiful with friendly team serving.
Karen, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good location, near everything but in a quiet street. Nice and helpful staff. Very pretty houseguest, I enjoyed my stay there
Pauline, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a lovely stay. The hotel is located on the quieter streets behind the main road down at the waterfront which made it feel very peaceful. The room was clean and generous, a little bit of a damp smell in the wardrobe. But all in all it was great value and exactly what we needed. We enjoyed the breakfast.
Sarah, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Once again Yaseer and his staff were fantastic, so friendly and helpful and full of smiles all the time. Recommend to any body. Well done folks
Nicholas, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is in a calm little street only two minutes walking away from the main road and the waterfront promenade of Sliema where many bars, pubs and restaurants are located. It's overall very charming, the room was simple but fully equipped. Don't expect a view from the rooms, my window faced a large tree, which however was also nice. The large beautiful roof terrace makes up for it. I especially enjoyed the breakfasts there. The staff was always extraordinarily friendly and helpful.
Marius, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Solo traveller. Stayed here for a week 27 Sept to 4 Oct 2025. Room was comfortable and looked to have been recently redecorated. En-suite appeared to be very new. Large TV with Netflix. Large wardrobe. Kettle and tea/coffee replaced daily. Room was cleaned daily. Comfy large bed and pillows. Nice breakfast served on the rooftop terrace. Eggs cooked to order, selection of cheese, breads etc. Tea, coffee, juice. Location is great, relatively short walk to Sliema marina and ferries to Valletta or St. Juliens and St George’s in other direction. Stayed in room 1 which was next to main entrance so some noise with other guests coming and going, but generally very quiet. Tip: Reception staff leave at 3pm so if arriving after this make sure to get the door codes in advance or the guest in room 1 might have to let you in! :)
Ian, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great value, lovely staff :)

I chose The Maltese Sun only based on location, price, and included breakfast. It turned out to be a great choice :) My room was ground level with a small "open atrium", allowing you to sit outside in shade. The room was perfect for one person, it was clean, and it had a Smart TV with internet access (YouTube/Netflix apps available). From the hotel it's easy to get to public transport, and it's within easy walking distance to for instance, restaurants and the Valletta ferry. I rented a scooter during my stay, and it was no problem parking it in the street right at the hotel. There's no staff during the evening, but a self-service snack bar is available, and a convenience store a few hundred meters away. (I believe you can call the staff if needed, but I didn't need to) The breakfast - served on the lovely roof terrace - was a big plus. Most days it was prepared by Linda who did a great job :) A pretty good selection of food available and you can have fresh eggs prepared as you wish. (I'd like to recommend the Omelet and also do get the amazing Maltese peppered cheese.) If/When I'm back on Malta I'll definitely go to The Maltese Sun again :)
Hans, 9-night trip
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6/10 Good

Have you ever stayed somewhere that was just sooooooo close to hitting the mark but missed it every time? That was this place. Without question the staff were absolutely amazing. Bubbly, kind and chatty. They were honestly the best part of the place. The one tough part is the staff leaves at 3pm, so if there is a problem after, you need to call them. The room I originally had, had great AC, excellent WiFi and a working TV, but encountered a bug issue and so I called and they were quick to move me. That room had great AC, a working TV, but the WiFi was completely down for my room, even though it connected in other parts of the guesthouse. This caused some issues as that night I need to do a lot of work and so that took away from my time to explore the next day. I told the front desk the next morning and they moved me again. This room was upgraded and was very nice. Had excellent AC, okay WiFi… but the TV didn’t work. I only booked 2 nights and stayed in 3 different rooms but none of them hit the base level marks. What I can tell you is they have excellent AC! Breakfast was good, the terrace is nice and the location is easy with a 20minute walk to the ferry to Valletta. I really wanted to give them a better score, but honestly for the experience I had, the place would have needed to be cheaper for me to tolerate as many misses as there were or have given me some form of a small compensation for so many issues in a short trip.
Rachel, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff really nice , breakfast lovely , just would have liked fresh smelling towels .
Eileen, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Ok place - don't expect much beyond just a bed to sleep the night on
Ramy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was clean but basic, had a shower door missing, which caused a bit water to spill on the bathroom floor when showering. T.v. had no local channels but had WiFi, so able to connect my netflix account after my days out. Breakfast was very good, continental with added cooked eggs and staff were very helpful. Overall a very nice stay, great central location, once I found my bearings. With everything you could need with-in walking distance.
robert, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean guesthouse with a nice vibe.
Haoze, 8-night trip
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6/10 Good

Only staffed for 5/6 hours per day. No bar or fridge in room. Breakfast basic. A/C not required but heating ok
David Michael, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

All was perfect
Alexandra, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

The picture on the posted is different from the teal building. I got sick from the environment.
Adelekan, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

nice staff great place
carla, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very lovely stay at the Maltese Sun. Breakfast on the terrace was great. The hotel looks better than the photos on the website. The bathrooms are nicely remodeled. Only thing is the common areas are hot and the drinking water is also hot.
Malia, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, thank you
Lisa, 2-night trip