Hotels in Saint Paul's Bay, Malta

Saint Paul’s Bay gives families a lively northern Malta base with waterfront walks, swimming spots and easy bus connections. DoubleTree by Hilton Malta is in Saint Paul’s Bay and provides the local resort base. Specifically, it is on the Qawra seafront, 0.8 km from Malta National Aquarium and 220 metres from Buġibba Bus Terminal; it has a family-friendly heated indoor pool, an outdoor Ombré pool open April to October and a daily kids’ club.

Hilton Malta is in St Julian’s and offers a marina setting with pools and spa facilities. Its location suits a different itinerary. You may want to compare locations carefully.

A morning out and an easy afternoon at your hotel can give everyone time to enjoy the trip. Compare room layouts and the facilities your family would enjoy before you book. DoubleTree has two-bedroom family rooms sleeping four, or six in a version with a sofa bed. Check seasonal opening times before planning a particular outing.

April to June and September to October are comfortable. July and August are hottest and busiest; winter is mild but swimming conditions vary. At DoubleTree Malta, the outdoor main pool operates from April to October, while a heated indoor pool is also available; choose your dates according to which type of swim matters to your family.

Easter and October can be good for sightseeing, while late May and summer often offer more time outdoors. Check your own school calendar before choosing dates, as UK holiday weeks vary. Outside the peak months, check the forecast, pool hours and any ferries or activities you hope to use.

Leave time between outings so younger children and older relatives can enjoy the day at their own pace. In peak season, allow extra time for journeys and popular sights.

In Qawra, visit the Malta National Aquarium, walk along the seafront towards Buġibba, or take a boat to Comino when conditions suit. From DoubleTree Malta, the aquarium is 0.8 km away and Buġibba Bus Terminal is 220 metres away; these are readily accessible from the Qawra base.

Choose an outing that suits your children’s ages and leave some room for spontaneous discoveries. Check travel times and transport from your hotel, then confirm any tickets or seasonal opening days. You can return to your hotel for a leisurely afternoon.

For more inspiration, explore UK family getaways with Hilton. Popular sights and routes can be busy in peak season, so allow time to travel. If you use a pushchair, check for steep paths or steps and consider how you will get around.

Qawra and Buġibba are adjoining areas within Saint Paul’s Bay. Qawra gives you the aquarium and a seafront promenade; Buġibba has a livelier square and places to eat.

DoubleTree by Hilton Malta is in Saint Paul’s Bay. It is in Qawra, 0.8 km from Malta National Aquarium and about 220 metres from Buġibba Bus Terminal, giving families a practical base for outings without a car. Hilton Malta is in St Julian’s, a separate town farther south, so its marina setting belongs to a different base.

Check the hotel’s exact position if your family wants to walk to the aquarium or use buses around northern Malta. Coastal routes are easy to enjoy on foot, but summer heat can make midday walks tiring.

Facilities differ between resorts, so you can focus on what matters most to your family. DoubleTree by Hilton Malta is in Saint Paul’s Bay and provides the local resort base. Its Qawra location is 0.8 km from the aquarium; two-bedroom family rooms sleep four or six guests, and there is a heated indoor pool and a daily kids’ club. Hilton Malta is in St Julian’s and offers a marina setting with pools and spa facilities. Its location suits a different itinerary. Remember to compare locations carefully.

Before booking, check that the room has suitable beds and space for your family, and ask about cots or extra beds. Confirm which pools and spa areas welcome children, then review meals, transfers and cancellation terms. The Ombré outdoor pool welcomes all ages from April to October, and the heated indoor pool is family-friendly; Kora pool admits guests aged 16 or over and charges separately.

Hilton Honors members can earn Points on eligible stays and access member benefits when booking through Hilton channels. Benefits, availability and terms vary.

You and your family can expect pastizzi, pasta, grilled fish, Maltese bread and familiar Mediterranean choices. At DoubleTree Malta, families can choose an all-day buffet with child-friendly choices, pastries and Mediterranean dishes, or pizza and vegetarian or vegan options.

Check meal times and breakfast terms at your hotel, and ask about children’s portions, high chairs and room service. An early meal may suit younger children. If your accommodation has a kitchen, you can keep breakfast and snacks simple between outings.

If anyone has allergies or dietary requirements, contact the restaurant ahead of time and confirm the details with staff when you order. Restaurant hours can change with the season, so check them before making plans. You can keep meals easy and give everyone time to choose something they enjoy.