Villas in Malta

Table of contents

• At a glance: what should you know about renting a villa in Malta?
• Villas in Malta: find your perfect retreat
• Exploring Malta: our top recommendations
• Activities: what are the top things to do and see in Malta?

• Private pools and outdoor living: Maltese villas offer everything you could need for a private, luxurious holiday with gardens, terraces and pools. With a villa, couples, families, and groups have plenty of space to relax in one of Europe's sunniest climates.
• Where to base yourself: Choose the Malta mainland for history and dining, or Gozo for diving and seclusion. Northern resorts such as Mellieħa offer easy beach access.
• Highly rated by guests: Our top villas in Malta score a perfect 10.0, praised for their pools, spotless interiors and welcoming hosts across both islands.
• A feast of flavours: From rabbit stew to flaky pastizzi, Maltese food blends Italian, Arabic and British influences, with standout restaurants in Valletta and Gozo.
• Plenty to explore: Beyond the villa you'll find the bastions of Valletta, the Blue Lagoon, mysterious ancient temples and Popeye Village, all within easy reach by car.

Villas in Malta range from contemporary new-builds with infinity pools to characterful stone farmhouses (razzett) on Gozo, suiting families and groups who want space and privacy. If a whole villa is more than you need, you can also find apartments in Malta, cosy holiday homes and friendly bed and breakfasts to match every party size and budget. Whichever villa you choose, expect generous outdoor space and high-spec comforts, including:

• Private swimming pools, often with a separate children's section — see our villas with a private pool for the full range
• Spacious sun terraces and patios with loungers, parasols and alfresco dining areas
• Built-in barbecues and outdoor kitchens, perfect for long Mediterranean evenings
• Air conditioning and wifi throughout, handy for holidaymakers and remote workers alike
• Beautifully maintained gardens, with some villas adding hot tubs, spa rooms or sea views

These features make a Maltese villa ideal for both relaxed family holidays and lively get-togethers with friends.

What are the best areas to stay in Malta?

The best base depends on your plans: Valletta and the harbour towns suit culture lovers, whilst the quiet island of Gozo rewards those in search of a peaceful, all-natural getaway. Browse holiday lettings across Malta to compare locations. The table below details regions for specific interests:

What do our guests say?

Holidu guests consistently rate Malta's villas highly, giving thumbs up to private pools, spotless interiors and attentive, welcoming hosts. Many reviewers single out the value of the outdoor space, noting how much of the holiday is spent dining, swimming and unwinding in the sun. Gozo's farmhouses are particularly popular, thanks to their peace and traditional charm.

Here are our top-rated villas in Malta from the past year:

1. Pool & Spa - wellness Villa St Martin - 10.0: Guests love this kid-friendly villa in Mġarr with a heated pool, sauna and spa, calling it a faultless wellness retreat for families.
2. Villeleynah Amazing Gozitan Villa + Pool - 10.0: This spacious Gozo villa in Munxar sleeps twelve and welcomes pets; reviewers highlight the large private pool and relaxed island setting.
3. Naduri, Beautiful Gozitan Villa + Pool - 10.0: A beautifully restored farmhouse in Nadur, praised for its private pool, sunny terrace and authentic Gozitan character.

Malta sits in the central Mediterranean, with Sicily to the north and Libya to the south. Thousands of years of history mean that the country's three islands — Malta, Gozo and Comino — are a delight to visit, whether you're a culture vulture, a history buff, a keen diver, or a sun worshipper

🥗Where to eat in Malta?

Maltese cuisine blends southern Italian and Arabic influences, with fresh seafood and Mediterranean vegetables often taking centre stage. Many of the best restaurants can be found in the capital, Valletta. Here are our travel experts' picks for great meals:

⭐Our guests' recommendation: Our guest travellers Charlotte and Henry recommend Legligin Wine Bar in Malta: this refined Valletta wine cellar pairs fine Maltese tasting plates with an exceptional local wine list — just the thing to take a bite out of local cuisine before heading back to lounge by the villa pool.

1. Explore Valletta, the fortress capital
2. Wander the fishing village of Marsaxlokk
3. Sail to Comino and the Blue Lagoon
4. Step onto the Popeye Village film set
5. Cruise the Blue Grotto sea caves
6. Discover Malta's ancient temples
7. Bring the kids to Playmobil FunPark

1. Explore Valletta, the fortress capital

   Malta's capital and the European Capital of Culture 2018, Valletta is a walled city of narrow streets lined with honey-coloured limestone townhouses. Spend a morning wandering its grid of lanes, then climb to the Upper Barrakka Gardens for sweeping views over the Grand Harbour — especially lovely at sunset. St John's Co-Cathedral, with its Caravaggio masterpiece, is an unmissable stop for art and history lovers.

2. Wander the fishing village of Marsaxlokk

   On Malta's south-eastern coast, Marsaxlokk is a postcard-pretty harbour town lined with brightly painted luzzu fishing boats, each bearing a traditional protective eye on its bow. Visit on a Sunday morning for the lively market, where you can pick up freshly landed fish and local fruit at the best prices. Several waterside restaurants serve the catch of the day just steps from the quay.

3. Sail to Comino and the Blue Lagoon

   Tiny, car-free Comino lies between Malta and Gozo and hides one of the Mediterranean's great treasures: the Blue Lagoon. This sheltered cove glows an almost unreal turquoise, with crystal-clear water ideal for swimming and snorkelling. Day-trip boats run regularly from both islands; pack a picnic, as facilities on the island are limited.

4. Step onto the Popeye Village film set

   In the north-west of Malta, Popeye Village is the timber-built set created for Robert Altman's 1979 film 'Popeye'. Today the full set, the seaside town of Sweethaven, is a colourful family attraction, with lively shows, a small museum, boat trips around Anchor Bay and a sun-soaked swimming area. It's an easy half-day out from a villa in the north and a sure-fire hit with younger children.

5. Cruise the Blue Grotto sea caves

   Along Malta's south-eastern coast you'll find a string of sea caverns known as the Blue Grotto, where sunlight reflects off the white sandy seabed to turn the water vivid shades of blue. Small boat trips depart from Wied iż-Żurrieq, weaving in and out of the caves on calm days. Bring a snorkel and a camera — the colours are hard to believe until you see them.

6. Discover Malta's ancient temples

   Malta is home to some of the oldest free-standing structures on earth. The Ħaġar Qim temples and the underground Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum are remarkable feats of Neolithic engineering. History buffs will also love the island's many watchtowers, fortifications and ruins. Book Hypogeum tickets well in advance, as daily visitor numbers are strictly limited to protect the fragile site.

7. Bring the kids to Playmobil FunPark

   Malta is where Playmobil is manufactured, and the Playmobil FunPark near Ħal Far celebrates the iconic toys. There's a large outdoor playground dotted with giant Playmobil figures, plus a covered indoor area stocked with toys for rainy days or the midday heat. A factory shop rounds off the visit — a relaxed day out that younger children will treasure.