People come here for the peace and relaxation, for the watersports and for the option of a little sightseeing. Situated 30 kilometres west of Valletta, the village of Mellieha has a network of narrow lanes, a steep main street, and a huge 18th-century church with an ancient shrine. Mellieha Bay has one of Malta's few sandy beaches.
There's quite a good variety of shops selling day-to-day goods and tourist souvenirs. Mellieha Bay's nightlife is a peaceful, quiet affair, usually involving a long dinner and an even longer drink. If your relaxing day has inspired you for something more in the evening, take a taxi to the livelier nightlife of Bugibba or St Julians, about 12 kilometres away.
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Mellieha Bay hotels and apartments
Our hotels and apartments in Mellieha Bay include Hotel Mellieha Bay, Hotel Riu Seabank and Luna Holiday Complex.
More Malta holiday destinations
Looking for holidays in Malta? Our Malta holiday destinations include Bugibba, Marfa Bay, Mellieha, Mellieha Bay, Qawra, Salina Bay, San Anton, Sliema, St Georges Bay, St Julian's, St Julian's Bay, St Paul's Bay and Valletta.
Beaches
The beach at Mellieha Bay is clean and gently shelving, with golden sand and shallow water making it ideal for children. It boasts stunning views across the azure waters of the Mediterranean Sea, with long, rocky headlands giving the bay a secluded, protected feel. There are plenty of watersports on offer, including pedalos, scuba-diving, windsurfing and canoes. There are also a number of beach bars and cafes serving the bay, so after all that swimming, sunbathing and fun, why not treat yourself to a chilled drink and a delicious ice-cream beneath the shade of your parasol?
Eating out
There's a tasty selection of restaurants serving international cuisine, both in the village and down in the bay. Be sure to enjoy some of the fresh, local fish on offer, the most popular being bass, swordfish and octopus.
Nightlife
Mellieha Bay's nightlife is a peaceful, quiet affair, usually involving a long dinner and an even longer drink. If your relaxing day has inspired you for something more in the evening, take a taxi to the livelier nightlife of Bugibba or St Julians, about 12 kilometres away.
Shopping
There's quite a good variety of shops selling day-to-day goods and tourist souvenirs in Mellieha Bay. Valletta, the capital, has the best shopping on the island with small boutiques, department stores and an open-air street market. Jewellery is a good buy - look for bespoke gold pieces.
Local information
Across the road from the beach is the Ghadira Nature Reserve - a small lake inhabited by various species of bird and plant. Observation posts are dotted around the reserve, so you can easily observe Malta's stunning birdlife. Alternatively, take a step back in time with a visit to the Grand Master's palace, cathedral and museum at Valletta. Boat trips are popular - check out the Ggantija temples, citadel and fishing village at Gozo or head inside the hauntingly beautiful caves of the Blue Grotto.
Location
30km west of Valletta
Transfer time
1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes
Recommended
Luxury
