Introduction
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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Sliema has to offer.

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When to visit Sliema

Sliema in January
Estimated hotel price
AED 294
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sliema in January
Estimated hotel price
AED 294
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 the United Arab Emirates departs from Abu Dhabi and takes around 10h 15m.

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 the United Arab Emirates departs from Abu Dhabi and takes around 10h 15m.

Airports near Sliema

MLALuqa Malta Intl

Airlines serving Sliema

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,698 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,659 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,032 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,154 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,843 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,079 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,142 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,702 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,463 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,603 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (889 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,361 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,637 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,169 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,429 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (380 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (937 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (289 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 AED 237 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 413 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)
AED 375+
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The Westin Dragonara Resort, Malta
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
AED 555+
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AX The Victoria Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
AED 206+
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Hilton Malta
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
AED 511+
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Be.Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
AED 222+
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AX The Palace
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
AED 242+
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Hiring a car in Sliema

Expect to pay AED 5.77 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 AED 69.19 and AED 92.25.

Expect to pay AED 5.77 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 AED 69.19 and AED 92.25.