Holidays in Mellieha

An introduction to Mellieha

Authentic Maltese life. With some of life's little luxuries. Holidays in Mellieha.

Want to break away from holidaying hoards and get to the heart of Malta? Try Mellieha. This hilltop hamlet may share a street and a name with Mellieha Bay, but it's about 2km inland. Make the most of bargain holidays to Mellieha before it spreads down to the seaside!

A sleepy atmosphere. A small, picturesque centre. A people famed for their pragmatism, independence and friendly welcome. Mellieha has a distinctly rural charm. That doesn't mean you have to go rustic though – the Radisson Sas Golden Sands Resort And Spa is as large as it is luxurious.

Scout about the centre's church, complete with underground grotto. Crawl back fifty years in the famous World War II shelters and see how the Maltese people earned that George Cross. The Xemxija Heritage Route has everything from Roman roads to megaliths – or for some recent history, visit the 8 tons of nails and 2000 gallons of paint that make up the set of Popeye the Movie's Sweethaven.

To reach Malta's longest sandy beach, simply take the road through the centre of town down to Mellieha Bay and head to Ghadira Beach. Sun, sand and watersports – what more does a beach need?

Evenings see people settling in at the hotel bar for drinks and maybe light entertainment. Eating out isn't an issue. International and local cuisine, familiar and fascinating food are all on the menu. Tradition dictates Mellieha's families produce their own wines – why not give one a try?

Simple pleasures and 5-star treatment – that's Mellieha holidays.

Find the cheapest late deals to Mellieha leaving in the next six weeks.