Mellieha is an easy destination to plan yourself: hotels, flights, car rental and activities in one place, no juggling ten different sites. Mellieha works well as a base for day trips to nearby towns and scenic routes. The nearest airport is in a neighbouring city, and a rental car is the easiest way to cover the rest. There are currently around 20 places to stay listed in and around Mellieha, covering a range of budgets. The catalogue includes 8 vetted activities and tours with real guest ratings. 5 routes to nearby towns are mapped out from Mellieha, handy if you're planning side trips beyond the city itself.
| Hotels from | €114/night |
| Options nearby | 20 |
| Nearest city | Bugibba, 8 km |
| Activities from | €38 |
| Airport | No |
Where to stay
Accommodation in Mellieha starts at around €114 per night, with a typical rate near €165 across roughly 20 nearby options — handy for budgeting your trip.
Well-reviewed hotels
- Seaview Hotel Malta - Adults Only, 4-star, guest rating 9.6 from 204 reviews, from €182 per night
- ibis Styles ST Pauls Bay Malta, 3-star, guest rating 9.4 from 2150 reviews, from €119 per night
- Best Western Premier Malta, 4-star, guest rating 9.3 from 1782 reviews, from €155 per night
- The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux, 5-star, guest rating 9.3 from 615 reviews, from €234 per night
- Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Malta Golden Sands, 5-star, guest rating 9.2 from 4985 reviews, from €279 per night
Malta Full Day Private Sightseeing Tour
from €380
Day trips & routes
- Bugibba — about 8 km, 13m drive
- Qawra — about 9 km, 17m drive
- Mdina — about 14 km, 25m drive
- Sliema — about 19 km, 30m drive
- Valletta — about 24 km, 38m drive
Fastest option is Bugibba: 13m by car.
Things to see
- "Malta Highlights Tour – Blue Grotto, Rabat, Mdina, Mosta Full Day", rated 5 from 12 reviews, from €80
- "Malta Full Day Private Sightseeing Tour", rated 5 from 11 reviews, from €380
- "Full Day Tour in Gozo (Private Driver)", rated 5 from 7 reviews, from €480
- "Private Prehistoric Temples and Blue Grotto Tour in Malta", rated 5 from 4 reviews, from €180
- "Good Friday Easter Procession with Live Commentary and Transport", rated 5 from 3 reviews, from €38
Private Prehistoric Temples and Blue Grotto Tour in Malta
from €180
Getting there and around
Mellieha has no direct airport — most travellers fly into the nearest airport city and continue by rental car or transfer. Getting around the city and out to the 5 nearby destinations listed above is easiest by car — intercity public transport tends to be slower and less frequent. The median nightly rate in Mellieha is around €165, useful for comparing overall trip cost against nearby cities.
Car rental essentials
To rent a car in Mellieha you usually need a passport, a driving licence and a bank card for the deposit hold. With 20 places to stay nearby, it's worth comparing a base near the rental desk against one closer to the sights. Given 5 routes worth driving from here, check the mileage and one-way drop-off terms before you book. When touring Malta, plan stops in advance: fuel stations and car parks in smaller towns are not always open around the clock.
Malta: Good Friday Afternoon Procession Including Transport
from €38