Malta island - all beaches

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Good for Relax beaches
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Naturist beach beach
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About Malta island

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent sandy beaches of Malta island attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

Malta island Best beaches

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Qui-Si-Sana Beach
Qui-Si-Sana Beach
Qui-Si-Sana Beach

Qui-Si-Sana Beach

Sliema 0.6 km
Pleasant
6.9
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Concrete cover • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
3.6 Amenities index
Cirkewwa Bay
Cirkewwa Bay
Cirkewwa Bay
Senior friendly

Cirkewwa Bay

Mellieha 4.5 km
Pleasant
6.7
Paid entrance only • Beach resort • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom
4.8 Amenities index
Ramla Bay
Ramla Bay
Ramla Bay

Ramla Bay

Mellieha 3.5 km
Pleasant
6.5
Hotel guests only • Hotel beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Distant parking
3.3 Amenities index
Rinella Bay beach
Rinella Bay beach
Rinella Bay beach
Camping

Rinella Bay beach

Kalkara 0.4 km
Pleasant
6.2
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
2 Amenities index
Morina Bay
Morina Bay
For explorers

Morina Bay

Manikata 2.2 km
Tolerable
5.9
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Turquoise pure water • Access by boat • Bright sand & rocks • Sand & Rocks bottom
0 Amenities index
Wall Stone Beach
Wall Stone Beach
Wall Stone Beach

Wall Stone Beach

Mellieha 2.3 km
Tolerable
5.7
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Concrete cover • Turquoise pure water • Aqua socks necessarily
1 Amenities index
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Popular types of Malta island beaches

Picturesque
Picturesque
Rocks
Rocks
Fine pebble
Fine pebble
Pebble
Pebble
Kids friendly
Kids friendly
Snorkling
Snorkling
Naturist beach
Naturist beach
Hotel beach
Hotel beach
Long beaches
Long beaches
Private resort
Private resort
Kite or windsurfing
Kite or windsurfing
Sup-surfing
Sup-surfing
Surfing
Surfing
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Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 36 beaches in the island.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Malta island.

Quitest and lonely beaches in Malta island

Exiles Bay Beach

Exiles Bay Beach
7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Malta, Sliema 0.5 km
Bugibba Beach

Bugibba Beach
6.9
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access
Malta, Qawra 0.3 km
Fond Ghadir Beach

Fond Ghadir Beach
6.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Turquoise pure water
Malta, Sliema 0.4 km
Imgiebah Bay

Imgiebah Bay
6.9
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Turquoise pure water
Malta, Mellieha 1.5 km
Preluna Beach Club

Preluna Beach Club
6.8
Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access
Malta, Sliema 0.5 km
Bay Beach

Bay Beach
6.7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque
Malta, Marsaxlokk 1.4 km
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Sandy beaches in Malta island

Paradise Bay

Paradise Bay
8.8
Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Malta, Mellieha 4 km
Golden Bay

Golden Bay
8.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Malta, Manikata 1.1 km
Ghadira Bay

Ghadira Bay
8.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water
Malta, Mellieha 1.9 km
Gnejna Beach

Gnejna Beach
8.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Malta, L-Imgarr 2.1 km
Riviera Beach

Riviera Beach
8.1
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Malta, Manikata 1.5 km
Pretty Bay beach

Pretty Bay beach
7.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Malta, Birzebbugia 0.3 km
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The best beaches in small bays in Malta island

St. Peter's Pool

St. Peter's Pool
7.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque
Malta, Marsaxlokk 1.8 km
St George's Bay

St George's Bay
7.7
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
Malta, Saint Julian's 0.7 km
Il-Kalanka beach

Il-Kalanka beach
7.7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access
Malta, Marsaxlokk 2.4 km
St George's Bay beach

St George's Bay beach
7.1
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Malta, Il-Qajjenza 0.4 km
St. Thomas beach

St. Thomas beach
6.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Malta, Marsascala 1 km
Little Armier Beach

Little Armier Beach
6.9
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise pure water
Malta, Mellieha 3.4 km
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Wild and hidden beaches in Malta island

Blue Grotto beach

Blue Grotto beach
6.7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Turquoise pure water
Malta, Wied iz-Zurrieq 0.4 km
Il-Bajja tax-Xama

Il-Bajja tax-Xama
6.5
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Malta, Saint Paul's Bay 0.2 km
Fomm ir-Rih Beach

Fomm ir-Rih Beach
6.2
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque
Malta, L-Imgarr 2.7 km
Fekruna Beach

Fekruna Beach
6.1
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access
Malta, Ix-Xemxija 0.5 km
Qarraba Bay

Qarraba Bay
6.1
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Malta, Manikata 1.8 km
Munxar Beach

Munxar Beach
6
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Malta, Marsascala 1.9 km
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Good for relaxing, calm beaches in Malta island

Qawra Point Beach

Qawra Point Beach
6.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access
Malta, Qawra 0.8 km
Bajja Armier Bay

Bajja Armier Bay
6.6
Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Malta, Mellieha 3.4 km
White Tower Bay

White Tower Bay
6.5
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Malta, Mellieha 3.6 km
Marsaxlokk beach

Marsaxlokk beach
5.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Turquoise water
Malta, Marsaxlokk 0.8 km
Coral Beach

Coral Beach
5.7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Concrete cover, Turquoise water
Malta, Mellieha 4 km
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Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Malta island, they are as follows:

  • The island's beaches are mainly wide, quite short and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
  • Since many beaches are sandy, we recommend taking special shoes with you to avoid discomfort during your vacation.
  • Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 23.
  • Some beach bays can be densely occupied by motor boats or yachts, which usually negatively affects water pollution. There are about 9 beaches in Malta island, where a significant number of ships can be observed from time to time.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Malta island is less than 500 meters. 29 beaches are relatively easy to access, 4 beaches are difficult to access, which in most cases means that you have to walk a quite long distance, and 2 beaches are only accessible from the water. The latter include both island beaches and beaches with no land routes due to the natural borders.

The vast majority of Malta island beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Malta island's beaches

Rinella Bay beach
10 Aria

This beach is an absolute gem for spending a delightful morning with your loved ones. Its pristine beauty and tranquil atmosphere make it the perfect spot to soak in the sun, build sandcastles, and take a refreshing dip in the ocean. It's a great place to create unforgettable memories with your family while enjoying the breathtaking scenery around you.

Qui-Si-Sana Beach
10 Kasimir

Very good

Morina Bay
10 Renegade Zephyr

This beach is the perfect spot to enjoy breathtaking sunsets.

Wall Stone Beach
8 Kerry Thompson

The beach is absolutely stunning. However, getting there can be a bit of a challenge due to the scorching heat.

Ramla tal-Qortin
10 Lila Marcella Santoni.

The beach is stunning, with soft sand and a small size. It's a popular spot for locals who own boat houses nearby. It's best to avoid visiting when the winds are blowing from the North. The rocky sides of the bay make it a great spot for snorkeling. There are restaurants less than a kilometer away, and a car park is available. However, it can get quite crowded on weekends during July until the beginning of September.

Cirkewwa Bay
10 Peter Braun

We highly recommend this place. The service is excellent, and the food is as well. We dined there for four consecutive days and enjoyed every meal. ❤️

Please note that lifeguards supervise 10 beaches in the island, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the island is August - air temperature during this time warms up to 27.6°C and water up to 27.5°C. The coldest month is January - air temperature drops to 15°C and water to 16.3°C.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Malta island? In total there are 36 beaches and the most popular is Paradise Bay.

Most viewed beaches of Malta island

Rinella Bay beach

Rinella Bay beach
6.2
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Malta, Kalkara 0.4 km
Qui-Si-Sana Beach

Qui-Si-Sana Beach
6.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Concrete cover, Turquoise pure water
Malta, Sliema 0.6 km
Cirkewwa Bay

Cirkewwa Bay
6.7
Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Malta, Mellieha 4.5 km
Ramla Bay

Ramla Bay
6.5
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Malta, Mellieha 3.5 km
Ramla tal-Qortin

Ramla tal-Qortin
5.7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Turquoise pure water
Malta, Mellieha 3.4 km
Wall Stone Beach

Wall Stone Beach
5.7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Concrete cover, Turquoise pure water
Malta, Mellieha 2.3 km
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Malta island?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Malta island, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 36 beaches in total, of which about 5 can be called high-rated.

The best beaches in the majority:

They are also usually:

The best beaches in Malta island:

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How to view only nearest to me beaches in Malta island?

To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.

Note, that if you only want to see the beaches closest to you in Malta island, you must be in that area to get the correct results.

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What are all easy accessible beaches in Malta island?

Most of the beaches located in Malta island are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

Popular categories of beaches in Malta island by access:

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Top 5 popular beaches with easy access in Malta island:

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How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in Malta island?

Use the "Main features" section of the filter in search results to see all the beaches with the feature you're interested in.

The most popular selections of beaches with natural features are listed below. Don't forget that you can create your own selection with any combination of features

Beach coverage and water

Natural scenery

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How to find uncrowded beaches in Malta island?

The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in Malta island by occupancy.

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If the presence of a crowd on the beach is critical for you, pay attention to where you should not go in the season.

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Which beaches in Malta island are kid-friendly, good for relax, pet-friendly, naturist-friendly, camping-friendly?

The selections of the beaches in Malta island according to the recommended audience:

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How to view all beaches by amenities details in Malta island?

Use filter in search results to select a beach according to your preference for amenities.

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How to view all beaches by activity of interest in Malta island?

Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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