Malta

BailMeOut

miamee wrote: »

Would it be noisy in Sliema at night? We stayed in St. Julian's Bay last time we were there which was quite quiet and convenient to buses etc. We only had a few days there and would like to go back, we didn't see much aside from Valletta, harbour boat tour, bus & walking tour around the Three Cities.

We were in Sliema last easter and it was very quiet. We had a car so toured everywhere around the islands but ate out each night in Sliema. My teenage kids liked the very new shopping mall at the Point!

The car rental company we used was right next to our airbnb so we could use their car park for free which was brilliant are parking is really tricky around here.

Really enjoyable holiday and would definitely go back.

miamee

Thanks BailMeOut, we also really enjoyed it but only had two and a half days there (I think) before flying on to Rome so we didn't see it all, definitely have to go back.

RedRochey

we're going the week after next, what are the public pools like? cafe del mar looks nice

Snow Garden

Anyone got a recommendation for Car Hire in Malta?

Some of the car hire companies get shocking bad reviews. Even the well known ones.

mloc123

Snow Garden wrote: »

Anyone got a recommendation for Car Hire in Malta?

Some of the car hire companies get shocking bad reviews. Even the well known ones.

Try "swift" have used them a few times without issue. Avoid Gold like the plague

rubberdungeon

Snow Garden wrote: »

Anyone got a recommendation for Car Hire in Malta?

Some of the car hire companies get shocking bad reviews. Even the well known ones.

Try JS Car Hire, I found them very easy to deal with. I’d hire from them again.

BailMeOut

Snow Garden wrote: »

Anyone got a recommendation for Car Hire in Malta?

Some of the car hire companies get shocking bad reviews. Even the well known ones.

Great forum on Tripadvisor

https://www.tripadvisor.ie/ShowTopic-g190311-i348-k6872241-o200-Recommended_Car_Hire_Companies_in_Malta-Malta.html

We used Unicar and were really happy with car and price.

The Enbalmer

Download this app for taxis..its much cheaper than ringing one.


https://bonju.com.mt/

Car rentals available from Venicia +356 99493429

shamnspace

Stayed in a few places in sliema over the years the first was a beautiful old style hotel called the Imperial sadly its a nursing home now the last time 4 yrs ago we stayed in the bayview and by a great stroke of luck we were upgraded to the penthouse appt because of an issue with our room it was pure luxury beautiful balconies our own elevator and 3 bedrooms cant say how much it would cost now as we were just charged a room price it was in april and I think the appt was newly renovated

BailMeOut

shamnspace wrote: »

Stayed in a few places in sliema over the years the first was a beautiful old style hotel called the Imperial sadly its a nursing home now the last time 4 yrs ago we stayed in the bayview and by a great stroke of luck we were upgraded to the penthouse appt because of an issue with our room it was pure luxury beautiful balconies our own elevator and 3 bedrooms cant say how much it would cost now as we were just charged a room price it was in april and I think the appt was newly renovated

We stayed in Bayview last year - did not get the upgrade but the location and apartment were perfect.

shamnspace

BailMeOut wrote: »

shamnspace wrote: »

Stayed in a few places in sliema over the years the first was a beautiful old style hotel called the Imperial sadly its a nursing home now the last time 4 yrs ago we stayed in the bayview and by a great stroke of luck we were upgraded to the penthouse appt because of an issue with our room it was pure luxury beautiful balconies our own elevator and 3 bedrooms cant say how much it would cost now as we were just charged a room price it was in april and I think the appt was newly renovated

We stayed in Bayview last year - did not get the upgrade but the location and apartment were perfect.

Ya you have to be careful when booking that you dont get one of those rooms they have down a sideroad they aren't as well refurbished inside..maybe theyve been done up lately

Fitz*

I am actually close to booking that Bayview now.

Seemed to have got a decent price with flights, just want to try and fight the right apartment. Bayview is attractive as it has a pool and is Sliema, so is close to all amenities. Young(ish) couple so noise / no noise doesn't really matter to us but would probably like a bit of craic at the same time.

Interested in going off on excursions too so the lack of beaches doesn't really bother us really but then when there is no beach and the heat, a pool really is a necessity.

shamnspace

Hop on the local bus there outside the door ..shopping centre just up the road..theres also an oldfashioned English pub up the hill a bit ..lovely spot I found

BailMeOut

FitzShane wrote: »

I am actually close to booking that Bayview now.

Seemed to have got a decent price with flights, just want to try and fight the right apartment. Bayview is attractive as it has a pool and is Sliema, so is close to all amenities. Young(ish) couple so noise / no noise doesn't really matter to us but would probably like a bit of craic at the same time.

Interested in going off on excursions too so the lack of beaches doesn't really bother us really but then when there is no beach and the heat, a pool really is a necessity.

Just be careful with Bayview. The photos on their site and Airbnb are misleading and they have several properties in that area. So you arrive at the fancy one with with the pool but be prepared to then be escorted down the street to another building that is not as nice (but still good). If staying here however book your rental car with Unicar as they let you park the car overnight in their own car park for free which is about 100m from where you are staying. This is important as parking around here is near impossible.

This was the view from our apartment balcony.

Fitz*

Thanks for the heads up.

LotharIngum

BailMeOut wrote: »

Just be careful with Bayview. The photos on their site and Airbnb are misleading and they have several properties in that area. So you arrive at the fancy one with with the pool but be prepared to then be escorted down the street to another building that is not as nice (but still good). If staying here however book your rental car with Unicar as they let you park the car overnight in their own car park for free which is about 100m from where you are staying. This is important as parking around here is near impossible.

This was the view from our apartment balcony.

I second this.
We were there last year and were very disappointed where we eventually got put.
It was nothing like what we expected from the booking.

BailMeOut

LotharIngum wrote: »

I second this.
We were there last year and were very disappointed where we eventually got put.
It was nothing like what we expected from the booking.

no towels folded up like swans on your bed!

Our was nowhere near as nice as the photos but it was still good, really cheap, very big and had amazing view.

Fitz*

I have heard / read many conflicting reports on actual cost of living while in Malta. I'm really just looking at the prices of a pint / wine & meals out really in mid-decent restaurants. I have heard a pint can be €2 generally, but also €5 generally, etc.

If the prices are on the lower scale overall, it's easier to spend more on accommodation and can 'balance off' the total cost of a trip!

Anyone with recent examples from around St. Julians / Sliema / Valetta side?

hobie21

It all depends on the pub you drink in rather than thr area. Cheap drinks to be had in all those areas. Step Down is a great bar, City Of London, Corks

The Enbalmer

hobie21 wrote:

It all depends on the pub you drink in rather than thr area. Cheap drinks to be had in all those areas. Step Down is a great bar, City Of London, Corks

City Of London is my home away from home!ðŸ˜

Do you know Simon's Bar or the Jack Of All Trades?

Bellerstring

https://www.dublinlive.ie/news/dublin-news/group-unruly-passengers-arrested-after-16209311
Hope you weren't on this flight OP

Erik Shun

"The trouble allegedly began before Ryanair flight FR7242 even took off yesterday with the travellers refusing to take their seats and playing loud music at the back of the plane, delaying take-off for 45 minutes."

Subtle... very subtle

Fitz*

There is currently a 4 day music festival taking place in Malta, called Lost & Found. All started by and organised by the great Irish DJ / radio presenter Annie Mac. She's great and really has an impressive career for a career path that is really male dominated. Seems to be a big tourist attraction for younger generation.

That flight was obviously the main flight for the festival goers.

eviem

Hi guys, heading to Malta st Julian's in two weeks time, I've never been before, would like to do a cruise/ boat trip while there but just wondering where or who are best to go with? Will we have to get a bus to another place ro do this... any advice greatly appreciated, cheers

3DataModem

eviem wrote: »

Hi guys, heading to Malta st Julian's in two weeks time, I've never been before, would like to do a cruise/ boat trip while there but just wondering where or who are best to go with? Will we have to get a bus to another place ro do this... any advice greatly appreciated, cheers

You can book them all right at the water in St Juliens. Walk the length of the prom, get the brochures, and make your choice, then book.

The Enbalmer

eviem wrote:

Hi guys, heading to Malta st Julian's in two weeks time, I've never been before, would like to do a cruise/ boat trip while there but just wondering where or who are best to go with? Will we have to get a bus to another place ro do this... any advice greatly appreciated, cheers

Latini Cruises are a good company. They have a stall on Tower Road in Sliema

Snow Garden

Malta is a superb holiday destination. We used the Hornblower cruises which picked us up at St Pauls. I could not fault them. We got 4 hours in the blue lagoon as part of the trip.

ttc028

Be careful with car rentals, video all around the car before you leave the airport.
Even the larger companies are suspect.
At least if you have evidence that the damage was already present before you left the airport, you might have some chance.

coleen

We went to Malta for a week in June. I was not very impressed with the place we stayed in Sleima and thought their litter problem was awful for a tourists country.
It was a place I would not rush back to. Valletta was nice and the ferries over and back but overall I felt that the building works and their litter are a real turn off.

alan partridge aha

coleen wrote: »

We went to Malta for a week in June. I was not very impressed with the place we stayed in Sleima and thought their litter problem was awful for a tourists country.
It was a place I would not rush back to. Valletta was nice and the ferries over and back but overall I felt that the building works and their litter are a real turn off.

+1 on that , Valetta was ok, The old capital Mdina was beautiful as was the island of Gozo. Litter bad and a lot of building work going on. I believe some corruption in high office.