Make a holiday villa in Malta or Malta apartment your home away from home

Malta is a tiny island nation in the Mediterranean, just south of Sicily. Malta consists of 7 small islands, and is the only nation to ever have been collectively awarded the George Cross, gained for gallantry during World War II. Malta is a beautiful Island Nation with awe-inspiring architecture dating from different eras, a staggering coastline of beaches, caves and coves, magnificent weather and an atmosphere which keeps visitors returning to their holiday rental or Malta villa year after year.

Places to holiday in Malta

The Island of Malta is the largest, and is home to many of Malta’s most visited villages. The ‘Three Villages’ of Attard, Balzan and Lija are primarily known for their architecture and both historical and artistic heritage. The San Anton Palace and botanical gardens in Attard are of particular note. The island of Malta is also home to the most established beach resort of Bugibba, and the unbelievably picturesque village of Mellieha.

Gozo, the second largest island of Malta has 43km of coastline. It is a peaceful island with dramatic geological contrasts. Gozo also boasts fantastic diving, sailing, and equally fascinating historical legacy as the island of Malta itself. Holiday accommodation in Malta or a Malta villa rental on either main island gives you a base to discover all that is best about the whole Island Nation.

In the channel between Malta and Gozo lies the tiny island of Comino. It is an unspoilt haven for swimming, snorkelling diving and windsurfing, with some magnificent natural caves to explore.

Things to do in Malta

Malta has been described as a ‘big open air museum’. With 7000 years of history, Malta’s past is clearly visible everywhere, weather it is the islands pre-history and the legacy of St Paul, or where the Knights of St John stood to defend Christendom, Malta’s history is important, fascinating and well celebrated.

Sports enthusiasts will not be disappointed either. The Marsa Sports Club is home to an 18 hole golf course, miniature golf, tennis courts and a swimming pool. The islands naturally lend themselves to sport too. The seas host endless water sports, including scuba diving, wake-boarding, windsurfing, water skiing, and sailing. The sailing in Malta is serious business, with regattas held regularly from April to November, and there is no shortage of equipment hire and lessons available.

The scuba diving in Malta is legendary. There are hundreds of dive sites suitable for all levels of experience, looking at caves, reefs, and some magnificent wrecks, including the British destroyer, HMS Maori.

Weather in Malta

Malta benefits from a Mediterranean climate, with mild wet winters and hot dry summers, with temperatures reaching an average of 30°C in summer. Winters are not cold, with the coldest month, December, averaging temperatures of around 15°C.

Travel to Malta

Malta International Airport is just 3 hours from London. There is no excuse not to rent accommodation in Malta, and finally discover this magnificent nation. For cheap flights to Malta, try Air Malta, who are always looking at new routes and fares.

See the Malta Travel Resource Directory.