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The Maltese Sun

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Sliema, a quick walk to Sliema Promenade

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Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 12 per person)
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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
The Maltese Sun, steps from Sliema Promenade, is a convenient base for exploring Malta. Guests value the helpful staff and practical amenities like on-site laundry, WiFi, luggage storage, and ATM services. The welcoming terrace is perfect for relaxing after a day of sightseeing.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room (separate private bathroom)

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Very good
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Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 6 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room (Patio)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
  • 7 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 6 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 7 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room (Roof Terrace)

Highlights

Garden
Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 7 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Patio

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 7 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Sliema, The Maltese Sun is in the city centre. Sliema Promenade and Hagar Qim are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Grotto and Dingli Cliffs. Mnajdra Megalithic Temples and Golden Sands Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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Map
53 St Margaret St, Sliema

What's nearby

  • Sliema Promenade - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sliema Ferry - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Upper Barrakka Gardens - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Malta Experience - 7 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barracuda - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Crema Siciliana - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Paradies Exiles - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪dixie`s Kiosk - Snack Bar - Restaurantes - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Peppi's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Maltese Sun

Guest house near Sliema Promenade
The Maltese Sun provides amenities, such as a terrace and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a vending machine
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and a lift
  • Smoke-free property
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and electrical adapters/chargers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 12 per person

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 12 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 19 per vehicle (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Maltese Sun pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Maltese Sun?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Maltese Sun?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Maltese Sun?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does The Maltese Sun provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 19 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Maltese Sun located?

Located in the heart of Sliema, this guesthouse is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Sliema Promenade, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Blue Grotto and Hagar Qim. Mnajdra Megalithic Temples and Dingli Cliffs are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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The Maltese Sun Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 193 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Youri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Unacceptably small bed .. no cooler / minibar
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Artur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room in the middle of silema. Close to Everything.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice staff great place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Biljana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding service and super friendly staff in an authentic maltese environment.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place in good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are all fantastic friendly and really helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Riccardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay in a typical Maltese house, all staff is great, helpful and ready for all guests need. It has been a big surprise and for sure it will be my point of stay for my all next Malta travels
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

YAZBEK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love that the room was so clean and the environment felt cozy and vintage
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sidsel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exellent kind staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hanho

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

good place and kindness of staff

thanks for the staff Yaser. He is very kind good luck
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Aggressive and rude staff

Good bed and property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Mathieu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for the price, clean and comfortable

Highly recommend, very clean, comfortable and not too expensive! It was a last minute booking, checking in was easy, even though there was no one there at check in, we called and they gave us a code to enter and our room was available. Staff was very friendly, I didn’t catch the gentleman’s name working reception but very helpful, courteous and made us feel very welcome. Location is great as well!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every thing
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent guesthouse. Our room was huge and very nicely furnished, with a very comfy bed and great shower. The entire place is beautiful and grand. The guesthouse is also right by the waterfront. Check-in was very easy. Yaseer and the staff were very helpful and lovely. On top of this, the rate was really affordable. We couldn’t recommend The Maltese Sun more. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a fantastic stay at The Maltese Sun! The location near the bus stop and close to all kinds of shops (Costa Coffee, markets, pharmacy all at walk distance). The rooms are exactly like the ones in the picture, not particularly large but just right for our needs. Both the rooms and the entire hotel are very clean, the cleaning staff work perfectly. A special mention to Yaseer and Mila at the reception who were extremely helpful and friendly during our stay at the Maltese sun.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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 :)
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A nice hotel, in a very handy location

A really nice and affordable hotel in a handy area of Sliema. Letting myself in on the evening of my arrival was handy with a code for the main door and then another to get my key from a lockbox. My single room had enough space and wardrobe and nice sized bathroom. Reception staff was nice and friendly. It was helpful having a vending machine in the building for when I needed water at night after the nearby shops had closed. I stayed in November and the area was very quiet, even with the window open all I could hear was the occasional church bells in the distance. Two small issues I had was that there was some dried snot smeared on the wall by the bed when I arrived but I just wiped this off. Then on my last night I knelt on the end of my bed and the mattress fell through. It looks like some slats were missing so I reported this the next morning and the staff said they would look into it. Also be careful when walking around the hotel at night - there are automatic lights that come on when walking around but sometime you have to wave your arms around or walk down the opposite way you want to go in order for the sensor to detect you and turn on. But all in all it was a very nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Instalaciones preciosas, la habitación amplia, cómoda y muy limpia. La terraza donde desayunamos nos encantó. El personal atento y detallista (las chicas que ponen el desayuno muy simpáticas y amables). El único pero para nosotros es el precio un poco caro.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025