In a nutshell
- Malta is a wonderful destination if you want to soak up some sun by the sea. Just know that sandy beaches are rare here — most are rocky beaches. Still truly amazing!
- The best beachfront hotels in Malta are concentrated along the northeastern coast — in areas like Sliema, San Pawl il-Baħar, and San Ġiljan. That’s where you’ll find the best combination of sea access and things to do nearby.
- Our top picks are the DoubleTree by Hilton (best value) and the Seaview Hotel (adults-only) — both in San Pawl il-Baħar with direct beach access.
DoubleTree by Hilton
The DoubleTree by Hilton is a fantastic vacation resort in San Pawl il-Baħar on Malta’s north coast and our best value pick among beachfront hotels in Malta.
The hotel is perfectly situated between two beaches — Buġibba Perched Beach and Qawra Point Beach. It’s also a great base for day trips around the island.
With four pools, a spa, and a fitness area, there’s plenty to keep you busy without ever leaving the hotel.
The DoubleTree offers rooms in various sizes — from lovely standard rooms to spacious sea-view suites to family rooms. So it’s a great pick even if you’re traveling with kids.
Since this is a resort, dining is well taken care of. There are four on-site restaurants, a bar, and a large breakfast buffet every morning. If you like, you can book an all-inclusive option right from the start.
Seaview Hotel
The Seaview Hotel is a modern adults-only beach hotel in Malta, right on Buġibba Perched Beach in San Pawl il-Baħar.
From many of the rooms you’ll enjoy a stunning panoramic view of St. Paul’s Islands. Rooms are available with a direct or side sea view, or without — your choice.
Every morning brings a generous breakfast buffet featuring both international classics and Maltese specialties.
The hotel also impresses with its own bar, two pools, a sun terrace, and a spa and fitness area with steam room and sauna. If you’re up for a little adventure, you can book diving, fishing, or horseback riding excursions at the front desk.
The Buġibba Water Park is just a short walk away, and an airport shuttle and private parking make travel planning and getting around that much easier.
H Hotel & Spa
The H Hotel & Spa is a stylish adults-only beach hotel in lively San Ġiljan — one of the best places to stay in Malta — and just a two-minute walk from the sandy beach at St. George’s Bay.
An elegant aesthetic runs throughout the hotel, especially in the rooms, with dark tiles and gold accents. Unusual for a seaside hotel, but genuinely beautiful.
Thanks to the building’s height, many rooms and suites offer a breathtaking view. Private hot tubs are also available in select rooms.
And don’t worry: despite the party scene that San Ġiljan is known for right on your doorstep, the rooms are excellently soundproofed so you can sleep undisturbed.
In addition to a daily breakfast buffet, the H Hotel & Spa features a restaurant, two pools, and — as the name suggests — a spa, complete with a hammam, sauna, and steam room. Depending on the season, a live DJ even spins tracks by the pool in the afternoon.
Carlton Hotel
The Carlton Hotel is an affordable beach hotel in Malta, located in Sliema right on St. Julian’s Bay. Sliema is one of the most beautiful places in Malta. The beaches at Exiles Bay and Crying Rocks Beach are just a few minutes’ walk away.
And when we say affordable, we mean seriously affordable. You can sometimes find a room at the Carlton for under 60 euros per night — and the quality doesn’t suffer for it!
The rooms are simple but cozy, with or without a sea view — whatever you prefer. Every morning there’s a solid breakfast buffet. The Carlton also has an outdoor pool.
It’s the ideal choice if you want a great location and a no-fuss stay without spending a lot.
Barceló Fortina Malta
The Barceló Fortina is a genuinely stunning 5-star beach hotel in Malta, right on the rocky Tigné Beach in Sliema. The beach is just a few minutes’ walk away — and from the water you can swim with a view of the capital city Valletta. How cool is that!
The rooms are luxurious and very spacious, with a balcony and beautiful panoramic windows that flood the space with natural light. When booking, you can choose between a side or direct sea view.
Every morning a generous breakfast buffet awaits you, and in the evening you can dine at one of the three hotel restaurants or grab a drink at the bar.
The hotel also has two pools — indoor and outdoor — as well as a spa, a fitness room, and private parking, handy if you plan to rent a car and explore Malta’s top attractions.
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The Westin Dragonara Resort
Last but not least, we have a true luxury showstopper for you: The Westin Dragonara Resort. A luxurious 5-star resort in San Ġiljan with two private beaches.
The rooms and suites are enormous, with panoramic windows and sea views, large balconies, and — something we really have to mention — incredibly comfortable beds. Practically every other guest raves about them. And who doesn’t want to sleep really well on vacation?
The resort also has three pools, an outdoor sun terrace, three restaurants, a spa, and a fitness center. You could genuinely be very happy never leaving, ha.
And if you do want to venture out beyond the private beaches, the St. George’s Bay sandy beach and the capital Valletta are both just a short distance away.
