NEW: 400-year-old home bed and breakfast
- 2 guests
- 1 bedroom
- 1 bed
- 1 bath
Experience a historic Maltese sanctuary blending rustic limestone walls and exposed beams with modern comfort. Rest in a pristine queen bed with crisp white linens and enjoy the clever kitchenette. The spacious bathroom offers an accessible, step-free walk-in shower. Complete with 24/7 keypad check-in on a character-rich wooden door and a leafy shared courtyard, this boutique studio is an unforgettable Mediterranean escape.
Rest assured that your bedroom, bathroom, and kitchenette are entirely private and located within your self-contained studio. You are not sharing any indoor spaces or amenities with anyone else. The only shared area on the property is the outdoor courtyard and roof sunbathing terraces.
Rest assured that your bedroom, bathroom, and kitchenette are entirely private and located within your self-contained studio. You are not sharing any indoor spaces or amenities with anyone else. The only shared area on the property is the outdoor courtyard and roof sunbathing terraces. Please note that the common basement kitchen (breakfast buffet area) is off limits after 10.30am.
Getting around from your doorstep in Rabat is incredibly easy. Because the town is centrally located, your guests can reach almost any corner of Malta quite efficiently.
Here is a practical "Getting Around" section you can add to your guest guide:
🚶♂️ On Foot (Exploring Locally)
Rabat and the neighboring silent city of Mdina are highly pedestrianized and best explored by walking.
Mdina (The Silent City): A beautiful 5-minute stroll from the apartment.
St. Paul’s Catacombs & Local Cafes: Right around the corner. You won't need any transport for daily dining, sightseeing, or grocery shopping in the immediate area.
🚌 By Public Bus (The Budget-Friendly Option)
Malta’s public bus network is modern, air-conditioned, and has excellent connectivity from Rabat. The closest major hub is the Rabat Interchange (near the Mdina gate).
How to Pay: You can tap-and-go directly on the bus with your contactless credit/debit card, or buy a 7-Day Explore Card (€21 for unlimited travel) if you plan to use the bus heavily.
Essential App: Download the official Tallinja App for real-time bus tracking and route planning.
Key Routes from Rabat:
Bus 50, 51, 52, or 53: Direct to Valletta (the capital city, approx. 30 mins).
Malta Public Transport
Bus 202: Direct to Sliema & St. Julian's (shopping, nightlife, and ferries).
Bus 186: Direct to Mosta (to see the famous Rotunda Dome).
Bus X3 or TD1: Direct express routes to and from Malta International Airport.
Malta Public Transport
📱 Ridesharing & Taxis (The Most Convenient Option)
If you want to head out for a nice dinner, are traveling with heavy luggage, or are returning late at night, ride-hailing apps are cheap, fast, and highly reliable in Malta.
The Top Apps to Download: Uber, Bolt, and eCabs (a great local Maltese company).
Pro-Tip: Remember that because our property is in a narrow alley (sqaq), you should set your pickup location just a few steps away on the main street, Triq San Frangisk, so the driver can pull up safely.
🚗 Renting a Car
If you decide to rent a car to explore the quieter beaches in the North or the South:
Driving: We drive on the left side of the road in Malta.
Navigation: Google Maps or Waze work perfectly.
Parking near the house: Street parking in the old core of Rabat is tight and restricted. We highly recommend using the large public parking lot near the Mdina Main Gate/Ditch, which is just a 3-minute walk from the house.
🚢 Ferries (To Valletta or Gozo)
To Valletta: If you are visiting Sliema or the Three Cities, skip the traffic and take the fast, scenic commuter ferries across the harbors from Valletta.
To Gozo & Comino: To visit Malta's sister islands, take a taxi or Bus 41/42 up to the Cirkewwa Ferry Terminal at the northernmost tip of the island, where the passenger and car ferries depart regularly.