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Grand Harbour - Apartment in historic Valletta building

Apartment near Malta Experience in Valletta

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A narrow street with outdoor seating and potted plants.
A living room with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a rug. There is a door with an 'EXIT' sign and a mirror on the wall.
A bedroom with a large arched mirror, two beds, a small round table, and a chair.
A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a stone wall.
A stone-walled interior with a wooden staircase and a decorative metal sculpture.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bedroomSleeps 2710 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Valletta, South Eastern Region
  • Place, Malta Experience
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mediterranean Conference Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Johns Co - Cathedral
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Valletta

Seaside stay .Steps from the apartment, you'll find Malta Experience and Lower Barrakka Gardens. Grand Harbour and Mediterranean Conference Centre are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Malta Experience - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mediterranean Conference Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Fort St. Elmo - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Upper Barrakka Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Da Pablo - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cheeky Monkey Gastropub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Babel Bistro - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪One80 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Malta Experience Cafe' - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Grand Harbour - Apartment in historic Valletta building

This unique Valletta duplex, is part of a 400-year old historical building. Situated across the road from the iconic Siege War Memorial & the Lower Barrakka Gardens where you can enjoy spectacular views of Malta's Grand Harbour. A 5-minute walk from the center of Valletta - a city buzzing with shops, restaurants, trendy bars & steeped in history. A bus stop is a few steps away. The space is good for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, or a family with kids.

This self catering maisonette is on 2 levels and has its own front door:
- it has a fully equipped kitchen, a small dining table and a sofa in the space downstairs.

- the bedroom upstairs has a double bed, plenty of wardrobe storage and a small balcony that overlooks a quiet Valletta street that is lined with traditional Maltese balconies.

The apartment forms part of a 17th Century building that was built with walls that are 1.2m wide.... you should feel safe enough inside! When you step outside, you are a few steps away from the spectacular views of Malta's famous Grand Harbour and The 3 Cities. You will be very centrally located within walking distance of all the Valletta attractions, and 1-minute walk from the bus stop.

Amenities include:
An ironing board, hair drier, washing machine, tumble drier, Air Conditioning, TVs with USB ports and Android box for streaming movies, series, YouTube, your Netflix account, etc. WiFi is available free of charge.

The apartment is equipped with a smoke detector, a fire extinguisher & a fire blanket, emergency light and a first aid kit - all located in the kitchen area.

This maisonette is on street level and has very few steps so is ideal for families with young children too. Please let us know if you would like us to provide you with a cot or any other requests from your little ones.

Although the apartment is in a central location in the city of Valletta, it is situated in a traditional residential street - Old Wells Street (or Triq Bjar in Maltese) which is quiet and safe at night.

The bustle of the city is just a corner away.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 710 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 12:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Grand Harbour - Apartment in historic Valletta building to the airport?

This apartment is 5.2 mi (10-min drive) away from the Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Grand Harbour - Apartment in historic Valletta building have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Grand Harbour - Apartment in historic Valletta building to the beach?

This apartment is 5 mi (10-min drive) from St George's Beach and 18.2 mi (46-min drive) from Paradise Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Grand Harbour - Apartment in historic Valletta building offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Grand Harbour - Apartment in historic Valletta building ?

No, there is no casino at this apartment, but Dragonara Casino (10-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Grand Harbour - Apartment in historic Valletta building ?

Check-in begins at 12:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Grand Harbour - Apartment in historic Valletta building ?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Grand Harbour - Apartment in historic Valletta building have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Grand Harbour - Apartment in historic Valletta building have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Grand Harbour - Apartment in historic Valletta building to downtown Valletta?

This apartment is 0.2 mi away from Valletta.

Grand Harbour - Apartment in historic Valletta building Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 44 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ron b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was located in the heart of Valletta and close lots of shopping and restaurants. Transportation was only a block away and close to the harbor. The unit was everything we needed with a well equipped kitchen and unique features as shown in the pictures. It felt like you were staying in a piece of history. Would highly recommendd this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liz l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Malta is an old city and if you're looking to stay in something like an American apartment/hotel, this property is not for you. If you're curious about actual apartments in Valletta, this place is great. Arthur arranged for a driver to pick us up which was a godsend after a very long day of travel.He was extremely helpful when we lost the key to the apartment.The location is close to everything with out being a noisy busy street.My heads up would be if you're a frequent user of the toilet at night, the bedroom is upstairs and the toilet is downstairs.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My previous review for this property includes this stay as well. I was in town for a boat race, so I stayed in the apartment 3 nights prior to the race, left for 3 days, and then returned to the apartment for an additional 5 nights after the race. My host, Arthur, made the entire process seamless.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was exactly what I needed for my visit to Valletta. Clean and well located for my purposes. My host, Arthur, was very responsive and helpful before and during my stay, including arranging for a trusted driver to pick me up at the airport, get me checked into the apartment, and take me back to the airport at the crack of dawn the morning that I departed. If I come back to Valletta for the same event next year, I will certainly book with Arthur again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment is in an awesome location! About 100 steps to the Grand Harbor and 2 blocks away from night life and restaurants. This is a perfect place to stay in Valletta. We loved every second of it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

This is an excellent base for exploring all that Valetta has to offer, being steps (and I do mean steps) away from many historical landmarks and the beautiful Grand Harbour. We enjoyed our stay and had a lot of fun exploring Valetta and other areas of Malta.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnificent Malta

Loved it on Malta. Very receptive and helpful host. Will provide transportation to and from airport for a small fee. Clean apartment. A lot to do and see on Malta. Also visit Gozo. Excellent location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location in historic building.

Comfortable apartment in a historic house It is just a few blocks from the heart of Valletta. Arthur was very helpful, responsive and helped make our stay enjoyable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colleen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First Malta Visit

Great location; comfortable space; extremely responsive and accommodating hosts. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property owner was responsive and helpful. The property was clean and pleasant . Location is very convenient and our overall experience was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glenda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location + Charm + Communication = Wonderful Stay

This was a great place to call home for our two-week stay in Malta celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary. The location of the apartment is convenient. We easily walked to the main city center, to the various bus stops, and, often at night, around the corner to the Lower Barraka gardens where we enjoyed an evening sitting on a bench viewing the harbor and reading our books. Two convenience stores nearby made it easy to purchase items we needed as we walked home in the evenings. The apartment is charming, just like the photos. Our one concern from viewing the photos was the shower because we knew it was located under the stairs. It wasn't as small as we feared, but had ample room, good water pressure, and good hot water. We also enjoyed sitting in the chairs upstairs relaxing in the evening after a busy day of sight-seeing. The wardrobe provided ample room for us to put away our things while the convenience of a washer helped keep us in clean clothes during our stay. I utilized the drying rack more than the dryer and was pleased to have both options. While we chose to not cook on this vacation, the apartment was fully stocked with what is needed to prepare meals. Arthur was very responsive to any questions I had. When we had trouble with the Nespresso, he gave us helpful suggestions and when that didn't work, came over to fix it. He also helpfully scheduled taxi service to and from the airport. He is an excellent host. We would stay here again!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Osvaldo R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

This cozy apartment is located in a perfect location: near the wharf and rapid ferry departing point, a few blocks from the Valletta main attractions and the buses terminal. The apartment is perfect for a couple and included a washer and dryer, which is infrequent. Arthur, your host, is extremely helpful and respond to your queries immediately. Overall, this property is an excellent base from where to explore Malta.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning Stay in Malta

This two-level unit is in the heart of everything in Valletta, but quiet enough to provide some good rest as well. Just a minute or two walk from the Lower Barrakka Gardens, and half a block from the stunning harbor, the unit is very well appointed with a comfy couch and chair, full kitchen, and bathroom on the first floor; and a gorgeous bedroom occupying the entire top floor. There is even a small balcony to enjoy morning coffee or an evening cocktail. The kitchen includes a full-size refrigerator in case you want to cook your own meals and a washer/dryer. The unit comes with a very informative booklet with instructions for the unit and recommendations for the surrounding area, which was very helpful. The unit owner was communicative and very helpful before and during our stay - he even arranged transportation from the airport for us, which greatly eased our minds. A short walk along the grid of little streets in Valletta will get you anywhere you want to go and a vast range of food, drink, and shopping. A wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

A lovely small and beautiful apartment

It was all the things in the title but my confusion with the photographs caused me to believe it had an outside patio with a water view. Not the owners fault as it was clear to me that many of the outside photos were not views from the apartment. It was close to many interesting parts of Valletta and we loved out time in the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

John G.

Great location

Charming old apartment on 2 levels, second floor bedroom very cozy and spacious. Arthur very accommodating and helpful. Responds quickly to any questions. Location is brilliant , by lower Barakka Gardens on nice quiet little street.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Pat M.

Great location and amenities

One minute walk to bus stop, great views of harbour. Pub, food shops and cafes nearby. Great kitchen and lounge on entry level floor. Bright, large snd beautiful bedroom upstairs. Arthur was very helpful and responsive to questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gilly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes it was clean with a comfortable bed, v convenient for sightseeing and restaurents,
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mrs S A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in
We never met the host. The key safe was really high and we could hardly reach it. The flat was clean but smelt musty and damp. It was certainly not the nicest of apartments. The kitchen had no windows and the street wasn’t very pleasant. On a positive note there was plenty of hot water and a decent coffee machine. However the toilet and shower room wasn’t very nice, it was off the kitchen, so not very pleasant.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

brock l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great apartment in inner Valletta. Away from the noise and busy hustle of the main core but super close to everything. Quiet and well appointed it has a well stocked kitchen and nice upstairs bedroom. We really enjoyed our stay here. Our hosts worked hard to make sure our stay was pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Julie M.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were perfect - helpful, conscientious, and super easy to deal with. Location was incredible. Apartment is large, comfortable, well appointed, and full of character. A terrific place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

craig m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great apartment in old town VallettaGood amenities included A home away from home Well recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was as advertised and all utilities worked very well. Our host was extremely helpful with transportation from the airport and to the ferry terminal. If there was a drawback, given we didn’t have a car, it was a fair walk to public transportation which we used regularly.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Amenities, communication
Great character in an old building, close to major attractions. Had absolutely everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The owner was very accommodating & helpful, arranging a taxi pick up at the start & finish of our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

David W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday in Valletta

Valletta is a beautiful place full of character and history. Apartment well located except back street dirty with rubbish and downstairs was dingy and bathroom smelt of sewage. We also experienced some cockroaches which on first day put us off.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

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