Duplex Penthouse |Terrace | Balluta Bay | Sleeps 6

Description

Three-bedroom duplex penthouse with a large private terrace, one minute walk from Balluta Bay — the most central and walkable location in St Julian’s. Sleeps 6 across three bedrooms, with two bathrooms and a guest WC. Spinola Bay, the seafront promenade, Sliema, Paceville, and two shopping centres are all within easy walking distance. One of Malta’s best addresses for guests who want to be in the middle of everything.

🏠 What’s Waiting for You

This is a duplex property spread across two levels on the 4th floor with lift access. The living and kitchen spaces sit on the lower level, with the bedrooms and bathrooms on the upper level.

🛏️ Bedroom 1 – Queen bed with quality linens, pillows & comfortable bedding

🛏️ Bedroom 2 – Twin beds with quality linens & pillows

🛏️ Bedroom 3 – Twin beds with quality linens & pillows

🚿 Bathroom 1 – Walk-in shower, fresh towels & essentials provided

🚿 Bathroom 2 – Walk-in shower, fresh towels & essentials provided

🚽 Guest WC – separate toilet on lower level

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

🛋️ Open-Plan Living & Dining Area – comfortable seating, dining table for 6

📺 Smart TV – log in with your own streaming accounts

⚡ High-Speed Wi-Fi – throughout the apartment

❄️ Air Conditioning – throughout

🧺 Washing Machine

🏡 Large Private Terrace – outdoor dining and lounge space with open views over the rooftops of Balluta Bay and beyond

🧴 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 duplex apartment and large private terrace. The building has a lift to the 4th floor, where the property is located.

We are available through the Airbnb messaging platform and aim to respond 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.

Balluta Bay is one of the most central and walkable locations in Malta. Situated between Sliema to the west and Paceville to the east, it sits at the heart of the island’s busiest coastal strip — with a small sandy beach, a waterfront promenade, a leafy square, and a dense concentration of restaurants, cafés, bars, and shops all within a 1–5 minute walk of the property.

The Bay & Promenade

Balluta Bay itself is defined by three things: the small sandy beach with shallow, calm water popular with families and swimmers; the iconic neo-Gothic Carmelite Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, which overlooks the bay from the waterfront; and the Art Nouveau Balluta Buildings, among the last remaining of their style in Malta. Balluta Square — the tree-lined square directly above the bay — is one of the area’s main social hubs, surrounded by café terraces and buzzing year-round.

Restaurants, Bars & Cafés

The Balluta Bay and Spinola Bay waterfront between them form the most restaurant-dense stretch in Malta. At Balluta Bay itself, NAAR Restobar offers brunch, cocktails, and dinner with outdoor waterfront seating. Sundays in Scotland — one of Malta’s best-regarded café and patisserie brands — has one of its outlets directly on the bay. Bocconcino, La Crema, Piccolo Padre Pizzeria, and a string of seafood and Mediterranean restaurants line the short walk east toward Spinola Bay.

Beaches & Swimming

Balluta Bay beach is a short sandy stretch with shallow water — good for families and casual swimming. Rocky lido-style swimming spots line the promenade in both directions. St George’s Bay (Blue Flag beach) is a 10-minute walk east in Paceville and is the most popular sandy beach in the area. Exiles Bay, a popular rocky swimming and sunbathing spot, is a short walk further along the promenade toward Sliema.

Shopping

Mercury Tower Shopping Centre and Bay Street Shopping Complex — both major retail destinations — are within 5 minutes’ walk.

Nightlife

Paceville, Malta’s main nightlife and entertainment district, is a 5–10 minute walk east. It ranges from casual bars and live music venues to late-night clubs. The bay itself is lively in the evenings but not directly in the nightlife zone — guests benefit from the energy of the area without the noise of Paceville itself. Please note: St Julian’s is a lively area, particularly in summer. Guests who prefer a quieter environment are advised to bear this in mind.

Parking

Street parking is available on surrounding streets. No permit required, though spaces in peak summer can fill up in the evenings.

Balluta Bay sits at the midpoint between Sliema and Paceville, making it one of the best-positioned locations on the island for exploring Malta without a car. Most of what guests will want on a typical day is reachable on foot. For further destinations, Bolt and buses are both convenient.

Spinola Bay & Paceville — 5–10 min walk

Head east along the seafront promenade for the LOVE monument, the Spinola Bay waterfront restaurant strip, and Malta’s main nightlife district in Paceville. St George’s Bay Blue Flag beach is a further 5 minutes beyond Spinola Bay.

Sliema — 10–15 min walk

Head west along the seafront promenade toward the Sliema waterfront, The Point Shopping Mall, and the Sliema ferry to Valletta.

Mercury Tower & Bay Street Shopping — 5 min walk

Two of Malta’s main shopping centres are within easy walking distance of Balluta Bay.

Valletta (Capital City) — approx. 20 min by car / 25 min by bus

Take routes 13, 14, 16, 212, or 222 from the Balluta Bay bus stops. By car or Bolt, follow the coast road south toward Sliema and continue to Valletta. The Sliema Ferry is also an option — a 10-minute crossing from the Sliema Ferries terminal (15 min walk or short Bolt ride).

Portomaso Marina — 10 min walk

Head north through Paceville toward the marina. A good spot for an evening drink with a different atmosphere from the main promenade.

Mdina & Rabat — approx. 30 min by car

Best reached by car or Bolt. Head toward the centre of the island via Birkirkara.

Three Cities (Birgu, Senglea, Cospicua) — approx. 20 min by car

Malta’s most historically rich area. Accessible by car or by ferry from the Sliema waterfront.

Golden Bay & Għajn Tuffieħa — approx. 35 min by car

Malta’s most scenic west-coast beaches. Recommended for a half-day trip — best reached by car or Bolt.

Gozo Ferry (Ċirkewwa) — approx. 40 min by car

Head northwest through St Paul’s Bay. 24-hour service with approximately 45-minute frequency. Bolt or car hire recommended for a Gozo day trip.

Taxis & Bolt

Bolt is the most practical option for point-to-point journeys across Malta. Downloading before arrival is strongly recommended.

Car Rental

Available at the airport and in Sliema. Malta drives on the left.

🔑 KEY ACCESS

This is a self check-in property. Full arrival instructions, access codes, and entry details will be shared with you 2 days before your arrival date for security reasons. Please ensure your contact details on the platform are up to date.

🏢 ACCESS & FLOORS

The property is a duplex penthouse on the 4th floor. The building has a lift. Please note that as a duplex, there is an internal staircase between the two levels of the apartment itself.

🛏️ LINEN & TOWELS

Bed linens are provided for all guests. Each guest receives 1 bath towel and 1 hand towel. Additional towels are available on request and may be subject to an extra charge. Beach towels are not included.

🏠 SELF-CATERING ACCOMMODATION

This is a privately managed self-catering apartment, not a hotel. There is no reception, no daily housekeeping, and no on-site staff. The property is fully equipped for independent stays. We are available via the platform for any assistance throughout your stay.

🌙 QUIET HOURS

Please respect neighbours between 22:00 – 08:00. Note that St Julian’s is a lively area in summer — while the apartment itself is private and self-contained, the wider neighbourhood reflects this character.

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

⚠️ Like most areas of Malta, the neighbourhood may experience construction activity between 07:00 – 19:00 on weekdays.

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