This apartment places you next to Grand Harbour and Church of St. Paul the Shipwrecked. The apartment includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a refrigerator.
Mediterranean Conference Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Getting around
Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
San Paolo Naufrago - 1 min walk
Lot Sixty One - 2 min walk
Grano - 2 min walk
Coffee Circus Lisboa - 3 min walk
Luciano's - 3 min walk
About this property
Valletta penthouse:terrace views of Grand Harbour, Central Valletta apartment, private terrace with
Modernly furnished, fully air conditioned 6th floor apartment in one of the most beautiful parts of Valletta, the capital city of Malta. The apartment forms part of a recently restored building, parts of which date back to the late 1700 & early 1800s. The street in which the apartment is situated and the surrounding area has enormous character and is only 2 minutes away on foot from the main shopping centre & close to various good pubs and restaurants. The apartment has a 50sq/m private terrace. The large 50 sq/m private terrace with views of Grandharbour is breath-taking and unique both by day and night. It's perfect to relax on and for an outdoor meal and evening glass of wine. Fireworks of various feasts happening in the towns and villages facing Grandharbour may often be seen and are truly a spectacle for the senses. The inside space is modernly finished with 2 bathrooms and 2 bedrooms, a galley style kitchen and open plan living area leading onto the terrace. The bedrooms and living-kitchen area are provided with airconditioners which may be used for heating purpose on cold winter days. The penthouse and terrace are all for your private use. We provide a self check-in & check-out service in line with COVID social distancing measures as well as a contact number for anything to do with the apartment during your stay. The apartment is found on the street in Valletta which retains most original facades, luckily not damaged during WWII. You may park close to the apartment if renting a car. Alternatively you may use public transport since the main bus terminus is just outside Valletta - a 10 minute walk to the apartment. We provide guests with a printed manual at the apartment, which we also send by e-mail prior to the stay so as to be able to plan an itinerary.
The apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Housekeeping is available on request.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 807 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 2:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
341941
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do near this apartment?
This apartment is located in Valletta, just steps from Grand Harbour and Victoria Gate, and within a short walk of Malta Experience. You'll also find Sliema Promenade and St George's Beach within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at Valletta penthouse:terrace views of Grand Harbour, Central Valletta apartment, private terrace with?
No, there isn't parking available at the apartment.
Is this apartment adjacent to a casino?
No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this apartment?
No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Valletta penthouse:terrace views of Grand Harbour, Central Valletta apartment, private terrace with?
Couples staying at this historic apartment will appreciate amenities such as a kitchen in each apartment with a kitchen in some.
Are there hot tubs at Valletta penthouse:terrace views of Grand Harbour, Central Valletta apartment, private terrace with?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.
Does this apartment include breakfast service?
No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this apartment allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.
Are there connecting rooms at Valletta penthouse:terrace views of Grand Harbour, Central Valletta apartment, private terrace with?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this apartment.
How close is the airport from this apartment?
The closest major airport to this apartment is Malta Intl. Airport (MLA), which is 5.6 mi away (22 minutes by car).
Can I book a room with a balcony at Valletta penthouse:terrace views of Grand Harbour, Central Valletta apartment, private terrace with?
No, there aren't any apartments at Valletta penthouse:terrace views of Grand Harbour, Central Valletta apartment, private terrace with that offer a balcony.
Valletta penthouse:terrace views of Grand Harbour, Central Valletta apartment, private terrace with Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Sylvia B.
May 4, 2026
Disliked: Cleanliness
Lovely flat. Great space especially outside. Although about to change as building work taking place Infront of the veranda. Will change view as being blocked by building opposite building up. Only complaint was when using sofa bed dust and filth from behind and underneath bed was dragged up and covered the bed linen when changing from bed to sofa. Quite disgusting. Addressed with owners so hopefully not an issue for future rentals.
Sylvia B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
4/10 Poor
Ann S.
Mar 12, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The advertisement did not mention that the town was reached by flights of 90 steps from the apartment. And when the lift broke down on the third day adding another 90 steps to our excursions, we decided to return home a week early.All our provisions had to be carried up - the nearest shop was 90 stairs above us. As we are elderly we would not have booked this apartment if we had know the inaccessibility of its location.Sandra was as helpful as she could be in the circumstances, but the lift was out of her hands.
Ann S.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
6/10 Okay
Francois B.
Oct 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
One cannot fault this venue for it's size or location - both excellent. Close to everything in Valetta. However, this is a grand old dame in desperate need of a facelift, botox and some rejuvenation. Linen have seen far better days, towels and floor mats are long past their use-by date and fraying, mirrors have mouldy edges and tiles are cracked. The picture of the patio was taken very strategically to cut out the true scenes.As mentioned at the start, this location is perfect, so if you can overlook the rest, this is a good place to stay.The manager of the property was very responsive and organised a very reliable taxi service to and from the property, so communication very good.
Francois B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris R.
Apr 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stat
Great location. Plenty of space and wonderful balcony
Chris R.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Peter F.
Feb 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Vallettta penthouse
Beautiful apartment. Amazing historic location. Very clean, thanks Catherine
Peter F.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris C.
Jan 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect sundeck, in the heart of the town
First visit to Valletta and it's a lovely place - from the apartment you can be in the centre in three minutes - loads of restaurants, shops, churches, views etc. so plenty to do in Valletta. The apartment is perfect - large sun deck and great view both daytime and night time. We used the stairs instead of the lift, but you have to be fit to do that! Able to watch Eurosport tennis on the TV. Nice and quiet because we were so high up, and our street was a quiet one. I wouldn't change a thing, in fact we'll come back again I'm sure. Maybe we were particularly lucky. I'm not sure, but we had warm sun every day - shorts and t-shirts on the sun deck. Cool in the evenings though.
Chris C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
4/10 Poor
Les S.
Sep 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Air Conditioning Inadequate in Summer
Stayed August 2024. Excellent location. Close to supermarket, restaurants. Apt clean, nice outdoor patio with views. Furniture is sparse. Small couch in the living room, dinette table with chairs. Be aware if you rent during the summer. 2 air conditioning units. Use (per book in the apartment) is limited. Only run one AC unit at a time. Do not cool below 22 C (72F). Using both AC units will cause overload and shut down. To cool bedroom for sleeping turn off the living room AC and wait for the bedroom to cool. Instructions on how to reset the breakers provided. For hot water to shower turn off the AC and turn on the hot water heater and give it two hours. Fine in the cooler months. With extreme summer heat, especially given the top floor location with sun exposure, it was intolerable. The AC could not bring the temperature down. Per the manager this is common in Malta and it is “healthier to keep the temperature between 24 degrees C and 26 degrees C (75 and 79 degrees F)”. She stated they don’t keep the apartment cool before guests arrive as this is “a waste of electricity”. She stated the Maltese hardly switch the boiler on in the summer because the water is hot enough for them without it. Not acceptable and not comfortable. We left the unit and checked into a nice Marriott hotel that had great air conditioning and plenty of hot water for our stay. This would be an okay place to stay in the cooler months but definitely would not stay here in the summer.
Les S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Richard M., East Horsley, Leatherhead
Apr 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great views over the Grand Harbour
It had been many years since our last visit to Valletta and we were not disappointed..The weather Gods blessed us and that combined with a lovely clean apartment with comfortable beds..plenty of space to hang clothes and good heating and hot water..made for a wonderful stay..
The apartment has a very large private terrace and was a wonderful place to sit out after a good few hours walking in various spots around Valletta…we had a car and found free parking throughout our stay about 5 mins walk…(this may have been because of our choice of month to visit)
There’s a good supermarket about 5-6 mins walk and lots and lots of restaurants close by - most attractions very close by - all accessible on foot…
We will definitely come back
Richard M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melanie Jane K.
Mar 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great winter stay
Great property with fantastic balcony and views over the harbour. Close to the town and shops and handy for grocery shopping nearby. Perfect getaway for the winter months. Enjoyed very much.
Melanie Jane K.
Stayed 44 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
David P.
Oct 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent penthouse
Great location, fabulous terrace with view.
Great base to tour Malta.
David P.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
4/10 Poor
Mary B.
Jun 5, 2023
Not as advertised
The location is great but you need to be in reasonable shape as all roads into the middle of Valetta are up hill.
The apartment itself disappointed us as the second bedroom is very small and hence the double bed took up 99% of the room.
We felt the apartment needed a good clean and perhaps could be furnished with a more generous supply of soap and towels. The linens all need to be upgraded as they felt old and worn out.
The AC can only be used in one room at a time.
The view is wonderful.
We would not return despite the great view.
Mary B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karren M.
May 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
The pictures don't do it justice!
This property was outstanding, the views were unbelievable & the location was perfect. I wouldnt hesitate to recommend. Communication was easy, responses were instant & taxis were booked for us to & from the airport. Had a fantastice few days, explored Valletta, Sliema & Senglea using all forms of transport. Some fantastic restaurants with loads of variety to choose from. Overall excellent!
Karren M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marshall L., 2621 3rd St Boulder, CO. 80304
Mar 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Valletta Magic
The description of this penthouse apartment does not do it justice; it is a fantastic location with superb views of the Grand Harbour and the towns across the way, easy access to the main streets of Valletta and spotlessly clean and well-equipped. And it is very quiet in the evenings/nights as well. If you are looking for a magical place to stay in Malta, this is the apartement to reserve. The hosts made everything totally seamless.
Marshall L.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Wolfgang P.
Apr 10, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
A week in history
Excellent location to immerse in the history of Valletta. Best of all is the huge terrace to relaxe and to digest a day filled with impressions.
Wolfgang P.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Brenda K., The Villages, Florida USA
Mar 12, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Valletta
Excellent accommodations, location and all around experience. Easy access with elevator and spectacular view of the harbor from the patio. Close to center of town and all points of interest. We were very satisfied.
Brenda K.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Susan F.
Jan 30, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Great apartment
This well renovated apartment is very very comfortable, with a good kitchen, appliances, implements and crockery. The apartment is spacious and there is a large terrace with water views over the three cities with outdoor furniture. The apartment is as good as the listing suggests. The apartment is within easy walking distance of all areas of Valetta and the excellent public transport system can be accessed within a 5 minute walk. Checkin was flawless and our host organised a 5.30am transfer to the airport that was clean, careful and on time. We could not be happier.
Susan F.
10/10 Excellent
Doran R.
Jun 6, 2019
Great location / Great View
This is an ideal property for a couple wanting to stay in Valletta. It has a nice terrace with a great view of the Harbor.
Doran R.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
10/10 Excellent
Farrokh S., Fremont, CA
May 4, 2019
Centrally located with wonderful views!
This property has everything you need for a great vacation in Valletta. Views of the Grand Harbor were it's greatest asset. It had also got a great geographic location, close to many attractions and short walk away from the Bus terminus which was very handy for going around Malta. Restaurants, shops and market were also within walking distance. Justin was good with checking us in and we were able to prearrange rides to and from the location when we arrived and departed. Clean and bright apartment. Great Vacation spot to stay for a great vacation destination.
Farrokh S.
10/10 Excellent
Andrew M.
Mar 20, 2019
Amazing property in great location
We highly recommend this property if you are coming to Valletta, Malta. It is in a great location, near the Saluting Battery, you can see the guns from the terrace!! Not far from restaurants and bars, the Is-Suq tal-Belt (Valletta Food Market) in a few blocks away and you can walk to meals off going to the Upper Barakka Gardens of the museums located all within a few minutes from this property. Everyone from Sandra to Justin were fantastic. I would recommend using the taxi service and not driving since the roads are extremely narrow and the mass-transit is good.
I can't say enough about this place!! 5-stars to say the least!!
Andrew M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
10/10 Excellent
Axel M.
Oct 26, 2018
Terrace with apartment
Terrace with apartment
When we first saw the terrace, a sixth floor roof terrace, about 50 square meters for our exclusive use, with a 180 degree view over the Grand Harbour, our reaction was “we shall stay here on the terrace the whole week and not go anywhere else!”. Well, of course we did leave the terrace now and then to see and experience what other attractions Malta had to offer, but to enjoy the full moon from the terrace at night and the full sun during the day was a great attraction in itself. (I know you cannot have a full moon every night, but we had it).
Life on the top is interesting. The people around on the other roof terraces, the roar of the salute cannon on the bastion 500 m away, competing church bells all around, occasional construction workers going about their work more or less silently, and the hum of noises from below of people chatting and young people enjoying themselves in the evening (heavy music and discotheques seem to be banished to other parts of the city, I hope they appreciate them there). Besides you can follow the coming and going of the 10 to 15 storey cruisers in the harbour, and a multitude of other ships.
So much for the terrace. The apartment is just normal first class – spotlessly clean and very functional. The reception was smooth and highly organized – except for the taxi driver who was to meet us in the airport; he was not there at the time, but Justin promised to reprimand him. The location is ideal, with all of the attractions of Valletta within a very short distance, and Valletta is a lovely city just to stroll around in.
Anne and Axel Moos, Denmark.
Axel M.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
6/10 Okay
Christopher A.
Oct 24, 2018
A convenient location that includes a large terrace with a great view!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this apartment! We walked everywhere in Valletta from this location, or took taxis and buses from the main terminus at the top of the hill outside the city gate when we wanted to see sites further away.
When not exploring all that Malta has to offer, the large outdoor terrace was perfect for watching beautiful sunrises, dramatic skies, and ships great and small navigate the Grand Harbour. And fireworks were often visible in the distance both night and day!
At the end of our stay, the apartment management was eager to meet with us to review our impressions and find out what we thought might improve the apartment. Since we love to cook, we felt the kitchen was not well equipped. The terrace could be made even better with some plants and nicer lounge chairs. The WiFi was strong and never a problem (unlike many rentals!), but positioning or lack of power outlets where you need them could be made better (even with a few power strips). The ambiance of the apartment interior could be a bit more polished with not much effort or investment on the part of the owners. We felt that management knows they have a great apartment here and enthusiastically received our recommendations.
Another great feature: We loved the fact that we never had to carry keys because of the entry code system.
Christopher A.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
10/10 Excellent
Theresa P.
May 19, 2018
Valletta apartment
Lovely apartment with stunning view of Grand Harbour 24/7! Modern amenities and close to bus terminal,historic sights,shopping and restaurants. A nearby market allows you the option of preparing your own meals.
Theresa P.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
10/10 Excellent
Mick B., Yorkshire, England
May 15, 2018
Great property - not the best location for a wheelchair
Our main reason for this choice was the location for viewing the fireworks and the Grand Harbour and for that it was perfect, the huge terrace gave us great views . It was well apointed, comfortable and spotless. We were welcomed and helped on our arrival and felt immediately at home. We already knew that the apartment itself was not ideal for a wheelchair user as there were 10 steps to negotiate after the lift. That being said it was manageable with a bit of muscle. The biggest problem with the chair was the location of the apartment block and that is just a characteristic of Valletta itself. The block being at a very low point in the town and there being a long hard push to get up to the centre, We could not reach the Barraka Gardens lift to go up to the town as there were also a lot of steps to get down to it, but we did use it to get up and down to the marina. Obviously this is not a reflection on the apartment and its owners. The beauty of Valletta is largely dependent upon its topography and that for us was more than enough compensation for all the effort. However, other visitors might find that they could not cope. Once up in the town there were plenty of restaurants and bars and we especially enjoyed the French Affaire. Overall it was a great stay in a great apartment and I would recommend it to other people.
Mick B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
8/10 Good
Ann W.
Mar 1, 2018
Disappointing apartment
The location of the apartment is fantastic central for all sights and restaurants.and it was spotlessly clean
The large terrace would be fantastic in the summer but as we stayed in inclement Febtuary this was not really relevant
However the furnishings are tired and need updating particularly the towels and duvet covers.
The heating was inadequate in the lounge area and we had to bring a side light from the bedroom in order to read.
A floor lamp in the lounge is a necessity
A welcome hamper with some essentials would have been a welcome addition
Ann W.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018
8/10 Good
Joan v.
Oct 9, 2017
Very nice centrally located apartment
We enjoyed our stay, nice views over harbour from patio. Owners very helpful.