Where to Stay in Malta – Sliema & Valletta (East Coast)

    Resorts, hotels, and accommodation options in Malta – Sliema & Valletta (East Coast)

    Accommodation Overview

    Sliema and St. Julian’s offer the widest choice of dive-friendly hotels, apartments and boutique stays within walking distance of shore entries and dive shops. Valletta adds historic luxury in a UNESCO capital, while staying central means short transfers to nearly every east-coast site. Book early in summer, as the best lodges near the dive sites and harbours fill quickly during the peak season. Book early in summer, as the best lodges near the dive sites and harbours fill quickly during the peak season.

    Recommended Areas

    The Westin Dragonara Resort

    St. Julian’s — seafront resort with easy harbour access

    Divers
    Families

    AX The Palace

    Sliema — central hotel close to dive centres

    Divers
    Couples

    Grand Hotel Excelsior

    Valletta — historic harbour-side luxury

    Culture lovers
    Divers

    1926 Hotel & Spa

    Sliema — boutique stay near the ferries

    Divers
    Short stays

    Featured Hotels & Resorts

    The Westin Dragonara Resort

    St. Julian’s

    AX The Palace

    Sliema

    Grand Hotel Excelsior

    Valletta

    1926 Hotel & Spa

    Sliema