Sliema travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sliema

With a population of 17,104, Sliema is a must-see destination in , Malta. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Sliema has to offer.

When to visit Sliema

Sliema in January
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sliema in January
Estimated hotel price
$98
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.

Plane

When flying to Sliema, you’ll arrive at Malta Airport (MLA), which is located 7 km from the city centre.

Airports near Sliema

Airlines serving Sliema

Lufthansa
Good (4,671 reviews)
KLM
Good (858 reviews)
SWISS
Good (929 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,500 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,610 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,303 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,561 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,939 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,128 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,802 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (831 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (917 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (400 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (715 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,447 reviews)
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Where to stay in Sliema

From 5-star hotels such as the AX The Palace to great affordable options like the The Maltese Sun, Sliema offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $200 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $349 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Sliema

Most booked hotels in Sliema

The Westin Dragonara Resort, Malta
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$506+
Be.Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$250+
Waterfront
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$282+
AX The Palace
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$299+
Intercontinental Malta
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$381+
Cavalieri Art Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$195+

Hiring a car in Sliema

Expect to pay $2.38 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 $28.56 and $38.08. The most frequently booked car type in Sliema is Standard (Class Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Citroen C1 or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.38 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 $28.56 and $38.08. The most frequently booked car type in Sliema is Standard (Class Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Citroen C1 or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.