Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Sliema travel guide

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With a population of 17,104, Sliema is a must-see destination in Malta.

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When to visit Sliema

Sliema in January
Estimated hotel price
RM 375
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sliema in January
Estimated hotel price
RM 375
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Sliema in August, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 10 °C, with an average temperature of 13 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 110 mm. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Sliema, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.

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How to Get to Sliema

Plane

When flying to Sliema, you’ll arrive at Malta Airport (MLA), which is located 7 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Sliema from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 15h 45m.

Plane

When flying to Sliema, you’ll arrive at Malta Airport (MLA), which is located 7 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Sliema from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 15h 45m.

Airports near Sliema

MLALuqa Malta Intl

Airlines serving Sliema

Lufthansa
Good (8,298 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,275 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,114 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,461 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,245 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,681 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,652 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,709 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,689 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,029 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,444 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,190 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,550 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,822 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,453 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,387 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,627 reviews)
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Where to stay in Sliema

From 5-star hotels such as the 1926 Les Bains Boutique Private Spa Suites to great affordable options like the The Maltese Sun, Sliema offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around RM 325 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 591 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sliema Creek Suites and Europa Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Sliema

Most booked hotels in Sliema

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Waterfront
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
RM 362+
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Be.Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
RM 280+
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Vivaldi Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
RM 273+
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The Preluna Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
RM 288+
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Sliema Marina Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
RM 220+
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Plaza Regency Hotels
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
RM 245+
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Hiring a car in Sliema

Expect to pay RM 6.17 per litre in Sliema (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 74.02 and RM 98.69.

Expect to pay RM 6.17 per litre in Sliema (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 74.02 and RM 98.69.