Bright Penthouse | Terrace & Views | Sleep 4

Description

Top-floor penthouse in the heart of Mellieħa village, with a large private terrace and walking access to the main street, parish church, restaurants, and local shops. Sleeps up to 4 guests across one double bedroom and a sofa bed. A quiet, well-positioned base for couples, small groups or solo travellers who want village life without needing a car for daily essentials.

🏠 What’s Waiting for You

🛏️ 1 Double Bedroom – quality linens, pillows & comfortable bedding

🛋️ Sofa Bed (Sleeps 2) – prepared only for reservations of 3 or 4 guests, or when explicitly requested by couples at the time of booking

🚿 1 Bathroom – shower, fresh towels & essentials provided

🍳 Fully Equipped Kitchen – hob, oven, microwave, kettle, toaster & more

🛋️ Living Area – comfortable seating with access to terrace

📺 Smart TV – log in with your own streaming accounts

⚡ High-Speed Wi-Fi – throughout the apartment

❄️ Air Conditioning – coin meter operated

🏡 Large Private Terrace – open-air space for dining, relaxing and sunset watching

🧴 What’s Provided

🧼 Fresh towels – 1 bath + 1 hand towel per guest

🛏️ Bed linens – sheets, pillowcases & seasonal duvets

🧴 Hand soap, shower gel & shampoo

☕ Kitchen basics – dish soap, washing detergent, tea, coffee, sugar & bottled water

🧻 Essentials – toilet paper, kitchen roll & bin bags

🪞 Comfort extras – hair dryer, iron & ironing board, first aid kit

🚫 Beach towels not included.

Guests have full private access to the entire apartment and large private terrace throughout their stay.

.We are available through the Airbnb messaging platform and aim to respond to all enquiries promptly — typically within the hour. Check-in is fully self-managed. Detailed arrival instructions, access codes, and parking guidance will be sent through the platform once your booking is confirmed. We are not present on-site but remain reachable throughout your stay should you need anything.

Our property sits in the upper residential part of Mellieħa, one of Malta’s most popular villages in the north of the island. It is a genuinely walkable location — the main street, parish church square, supermarkets, pharmacies, and a good selection of restaurants and cafés are all within a 5-minute walk.

Village Centre & Daily Life

Triq il-Kbira, Mellieħa’s main street, is a few minutes’ walk from the property and has everything needed for a comfortable stay — bakeries, a pharmacy, minimarkets, and a Green Valley supermarket nearby on Triq il-Fortizza itself. The village has a relaxed, authentic Maltese character with far less tourist intensity than St. Julian’s or Sliema.

Parish Church & Square

The Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary dominates the upper village and is one of Malta’s most impressive parish churches. The square in front of it is a natural gathering point and one of the best sunset viewpoints in the north of the island, with open views down toward Għadira Bay and across to Gozo on clear days.

Restaurants & Bars

The main street and church square area are lined with restaurants covering everything from traditional Maltese cooking to Italian, seafood, and international cuisine. Da Ciccio Cucina, Westreme, and The Cave Bar are all within easy walking distance for dinner or drinks.

Beaches

Għadira Bay — Malta’s largest sandy beach — is a 15-minute walk downhill or a 5-minute drive. The bay has sun lounger hire, water sports operators, and several restaurants directly on the seafront. Armier Bay and Little Armier, quieter spots, are a short drive further north.

Hiking & Nature

The elevated position of Mellieħa village gives direct access to walking trails toward the coastal ridge and Ras il-Qammieħ, with views over Comino and Gozo. The Foresta 2000 nature reserve is a short drive away

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Popeye Village

The original set of the 1980 film, now a family leisure attraction, is less than 3km from the property along the coastal road toward Anchor Bay.

Gozo Day Trips

The Ċirkewwa ferry to Gozo is 10 minutes by car — one of the most popular day trips from Mellieħa and easily done without a guided tour.

Parking

Street parking is available on and around Triq il-Fortizza. No permits required.

Valletta (Capital City) — approx. 45 min by car / 75 min by bus

Bus routes 41, 42, 49, or 222 depart from the village centre stops, a short walk from the property, and run directly to Valletta. By car, head south through Mosta and follow signs to Valletta. Parking is available at the Park & Ride in Floriana.

Mdina & Rabat — approx. 35 min by car

Head south toward Mosta, then follow signs to Mdina. No direct bus from Mellieħa — change at Valletta or use Bolt. Best visited by car or as part of a day trip.

Sliema — approx. 40 min by car / 75 min by bus

Head south along the main road toward St. Julian’s and continue along the coast to Sliema. By bus, take routes 41 or 42 toward Valletta and connect to Sliema from there.

St. Julian’s & Paceville — approx. 40 min by car

Head south through Bugibba and St. Paul’s Bay, continuing along the coast to St. Julian’s. The N11 night bus also runs from Ċirkewwa through St. Julian’s for late-night travel.

Marsaxlokk (Fishing Village) — approx. 55 min by car

Head south toward Valletta, then follow signs southeast. Best reached by car. The Sunday morning fish market is worth the trip.

Gozo Ferry at Ċirkewwa — approx. 10 min by car / 20 min by bus

The ferry terminal is just a short drive north. Ferries run 24 hours, approximately every 45 minutes. Bus routes 41, 42, 101, and 221 all pass through Mellieħa toward Ċirkewwa.

Għadira Bay & Mellieħa Beach — approx. 5 min by car / 15 min on foot downhill

Malta’s largest sandy beach is directly below the village. An easy downhill walk or a very short drive. Bus route 222 connects the village to the bay.

Golden Bay & Għajn Tuffieħa — approx. 15 min by car

Two of Malta’s most scenic sandy beaches, a short drive away. Accessible by bus route 101 during summer months.

Taxis & Bolt

Bolt works well across Malta and is the most practical option for point-to-point journeys. Standard taxis are available at a higher cost. Downloading Bolt before arrival is recommended.

Car Rental

Recommended for guests who want flexibility. Rental companies operate in Mellieħa and at the airport. Malta drives on the left.

🔑 KEY ACCESS

Self check-in — full arrival instructions and access details sent upon booking confirmation.

🛋️ SOFA BED

The sofa bed is prepared only for reservations of 3 or 4 guests. For bookings of 2, it will not be set up unless explicitly requested at the time of booking.

Bedding and towels are prepared according to the confirmed guest count.

Extra towels or bedding are available on request — additional charges may apply.

❄️ AIR CONDITIONING

The A/C operates on a coin meter.

🌙 QUIET HOURS

Please respect neighbours between 22:00 – 08:00.

🚭 No parties, no smoking inside the property, no pets.

⚠️ Mellieħa, like most areas of Malta, may experience construction activity between 07:00 – 19:00 on weekdays.

📜 This property is fully licensed by the Malta Tourism Authority (MTA).