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

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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Sliema has to offer.

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When to visit Sliema

Sliema in February
Estimated flight+hotel price
£143
2 travellers
Flight to Sliema
3 nights at hotel
Sliema in February
Estimated flight+hotel price
£143
2 travellers
Flight to Sliema
3 nights at 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. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Sliema include Ryanair, easyJet and British Airways. The shortest flight to Sliema from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 3h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Sliema is to pick up a car hire from Luqa, which is about 6 km from Sliema. You’ll find branches of SICILY BY CAR and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Luqa.

Plane

When flying to Sliema, you’ll arrive at Malta Airport (MLA), which is located 7 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Sliema include Ryanair, easyJet and British Airways. The shortest flight to Sliema from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 3h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Sliema is to pick up a car hire from Luqa, which is about 6 km from Sliema. You’ll find branches of SICILY BY CAR and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Luqa.

Airports near Sliema

MLALuqa Malta Intl

Airlines serving Sliema

KLM
Good (1,411 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,576 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,002 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,532 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,047 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,788 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,019 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,026 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,664 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,417 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,493 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,462 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (874 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,305 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,583 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,136 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,407 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (896 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (281 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 Sliema Marina Hotel, Sliema offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £59 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £96 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Europa Hotel and Five Trees.

Where to stay in popular areas of Sliema

Most booked hotels in Sliema

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Intercontinental Hotels Malta By IHG
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£79+
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Be.Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£53+
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1926 Le Soleil Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£47+
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Pebbles Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£25+
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Grand Hotel Excelsior
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£100+
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Azur Hotel By St Hotels
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£38+
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Hiring a car in Sliema

Expect to pay £1.19 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 £14.19 and £18.92.

Expect to pay £1.19 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 £14.19 and £18.92.

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