Holiday Accommodation in Malta

It is very exciting to plan for a holiday especially in another country, and being accompanied by your loved ones is even better. Sometimes, deciding where to go on holiday may create a bit of a headache especially when considering the places one can visit and the various types of holiday one may go for, according to taste, party size and budget.

Visiting Malta for a week or two is surely a good choice for all kind of travellers because this small island in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea offers something for everyone: historical sites, beaches, sun, nature, entertainment and shopping above others.

As everywhere else, finding a holiday accommodation can be a real task in itself. Needless to say, choosing the right accommodation of where to stay during your holiday is an important decision. In Malta there are usual options where to stay during your holiday such as hotels, guesthouses and self-catering units (farmhouses, apartments and villas). The price mostly depends on the location, amenities offered and the number of guests. Just be careful though, it is a common fact that one may find highly priced accommodations with minimum amenities or not in a good location.

The majority of holiday accommodations in Malta are found in concentrated touristic areas. These include Sliema and St.Julians in the central part of Malta, and Bugibba, Qawra and Mellieha in the northern areas of the island. Definitely, Sliema is the most sought after area by tourists.

Hotels are the most popular type of accommodation for holidays, but not necessarily the best option during your stay in Malta, especially if travelling in a group or with the family. Three, four and five star hotels in Malta offer a very good standard of service and there is a good selection from where to choose from, including international hotel chains. Three star hotels offer the basic accommodation in means of comfort and amenities. Five star hotels in Malta offer top notch service and quality at a much higher price of course.

Guesthouses are definitely a cheaper alternative for those travellers who do not intend to pay much for their accommodation in. You will find many guesthouses in Malta but do not expect much as regards to amenities and luxury. However they are ideal for travellers who are on a budget.

Group travelling of four or more people must think twice prior booking any hotels or guesthouses, especially when there are children in the group. The total booking cost will definitely be quite high, and if there are children in the group, the majority of them charge for extra beds per night, even if for kids. And guess what, the extra bed somehow will be squeezed in your double bed room, reducing the floor area considerably.

As an alternative, renting a nice modern luxury apartment, private villa or farmhouse which accommodates a good number of people will ultimately result in a cheaper holiday accommodation. Furthermore, it would be ideal if families and friends travelling together stay together rather than dispersed around in a different hotel rooms. Privacy is also an important factor when travellers look for self-catering accommodation. Usually group travellers feel more comfortable being together under one roof and enjoy the time together, like cooking a nice large dinner or having the pool all for themselves.

So for group travellers, self catering accommodation is definitely the best deal. Even for a couple this may be the best choice since one can have a large luxury apartment all for themselves. However just make sure that you rent only those accommodations fully licensed by the Malta Tourism Authority to be rest assured that the holiday accommodation is fully equipped with all amenities and up to international standards. You will easily find self-catering accommodations which are equipped more than most hotel rooms and even the location is far better.


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R. Pace is the owner of Summer Breeze @ Fort Cambridge apartment, your ideal luxury holiday accommodation in Malta, Sliema. The apartment is licenced, fully equipped and includes outdoor and indoor communal pools, gym and gardens.