Mdina Old City

Travel Guide

As a typical walled city, Mdina's immense ancient ramparts give the town a fairy-tale charm. Known as the Cittadella, the town's fortifications date back to the Medieval Period when the city was ruled by the Arabs and Normans. The town's elegant Main Gate, designed by de Mondion, was built in 1724 in splendid Baroque style. It is an excellent example of Baroque design. The escutcheon bears a coat of arms, and statues of growling lions stand proudly in the front of the gate. Enter this dramatic doorway to leave the 21st century behind.
As a typical walled city, Mdina's immense ancient ramparts give the town a fairy-tale charm. Known as the Cittadella, the town's fortifications date back to the Medieval Period when the city was ruled by the Arabs and Normans. The town's elegant Main Gate, designed by de Mondion, was built in 1724 in splendid Baroque style. It is an excellent example of Baroque design. The escutcheon bears a coat of arms, and statues of growling lions stand proudly in the front of the gate. Enter this dramatic doorway to leave the 21st century behind.
Mdina - ancient capital of Malta, best visited in the evening minus the crowds.
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St. Paul's Cathedral, Mdina
1926 Le Soleil Hotel & SPA

1926 Le Soleil Hotel & SPA

4 out of 5
THORNTON STREET Sliema
The price is HK$777 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
HK$777
HK$841 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Sliema. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Hotel its self for a boutique was very good and for the price was very reasonable! Staff were attentive via the app. And each night you would get asked if you need anything. The spa and gym were very good too - not huge but was good enough for a short weekend break. Breakfast was mediocre- scrambled ...

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

1926 Le Soleil Hotel & SPA
Verdi St Georges Bay Marina

Verdi St Georges Bay Marina

4 out of 5
St. Georges Bay St. Julian's
The price is HK$455 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
HK$455
HK$496 total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in St. Julian's. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
lovely place, beautiful room, pleasant staff, fabulous choice of breakfasts - took advantage of an off-season discount and was upgraded! Will be returning

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Verdi St Georges Bay Marina
Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Malta Golden Sands

Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Malta Golden Sands

5 out of 5
Golden Bay Mellieha Malta
The price is HK$1,235 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
HK$1,235
HK$1,331 total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Mellieha. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
Lovely outdoor area, great scenic view, relaxing vibe

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Malta Golden Sands
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Blubay Apartments by ST Hotels

Blubay Apartments by ST Hotels

3 out of 5
67, Fleet Street Gzira Malta
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Gzira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (570 reviews)
Had cockroaches in our room and a musty smell that we complained about so they gave us cockroach spray and said there were no rooms and sent us on our way, we later went down to complain and get a refund and suddenly a room appeared, the staff were lovely though, so other than the first awful room ...

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Blubay Apartments by ST Hotels
Valletta view Apartments by ST Hotels

Valletta view Apartments by ST Hotels

3 out of 5
The Strand Gzira
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Gzira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Sliema Promenade and Malta Experience ...
8/10 Very Good! (45 reviews)
1. Sofas ripped in lounge 2. Bathroom handle and lock hanging off 3. No towels for 2 days 4. Little hot water 5. Patio doors did not lock in lounge or bedroom 6. No towel to dry dishes & glasses 7. Lack of cleaning on check in the floor had dry dust patches all over floor Valletta view apartments ...

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Valletta view Apartments by ST Hotels
StiLLel Retreat

StiLLel Retreat

3.5 out of 5
Triq Il-Korp Tal-Pijunieri St. Paul's Bay
Stay at this aparthotel in St. Paul's Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Mellieha Bay and Golden Bay are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (123 reviews)
Great experience

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

StiLLel Retreat
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Popular places to visit

Valletta skyline with the St. Pauls Cathedral

St. Paul's Cathedral

Built upon layer after layer of fascinating history, this is a splendid place of worship in an atmospheric ancient city.

St. Paul's Cathedral

Mdina Old City Gate

Find out about the history of Mdina when you spend time at Mdina Old City Gate. Amble around this family-friendly area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Mdina Old City Gate

Mdina Dungeons

Find out about the history of Mdina Old City when you spend time at Mdina Dungeons. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or seek out the local tours.

Mdina Dungeons

Domvs Romana

You can browse the exhibits at Domvs Romana, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Mdina. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Domvs Romana

Palazzo de Piro

Enjoy a performance at Palazzo de Piro, a theatre with a story to tell in Mdina Old City. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Palazzo de Piro

Museum of Natural History

You can browse the exhibits at Museum of Natural History, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Mdina Old City. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the local tours.

Museum of Natural History

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