St Julian's, Malta

Holiday apartments in St Julian's

St Julian's packs Malta's best eating and nightlife into a couple of bays. Spinola Bay is lined with restaurants around the old fishing boats, Balluta has a small sandy beach, and Paceville sits just up the hill when you want a late night. Our St Julian's apartments are chosen for quiet buildings within walking distance of the water — close to the action, far enough to sleep.

Who stays here: Groups of friends, couples and business travellers who want restaurants, bars and beach clubs on foot, plus quick access to Sliema and Valletta.

What you get in St Julian's

Spinola Bay

The prettiest evening walk in the area: luzzu boats, cats on the rocks and two dozen restaurants from casual to serious seafood.

Beaches and lidos

St George's Bay is the local sandy beach; Balluta and the lidos along the coast give you sunbeds, pools and swimming straight off the rocks.

Nightlife on your terms

Paceville is Malta's late-night hub, while Spinola and Portomaso offer wine bars and rooftop terraces if you want the calmer version.

Business and events

Portomaso and the surrounding hotels host most of Malta's conferences, and the area has the island's densest cluster of coworking-friendly cafés.

Getting around

  • · Airport transfer takes around 30 minutes by taxi.
  • · Frequent buses to Valletta, Sliema, Bugibba and the northern beaches.
  • · Sliema is a 25-minute coastal walk along the promenade.
  • · Ride-hailing apps operate across the whole area day and night.

When to come

Late spring and September are ideal: sea warm enough to swim, terraces open, no peak-season queues. Summer is lively and loud; winter is quiet with mild days and low rates.

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