Inhawi

Top choice in Sliema, St Julian’s & Paceville


One of Malta's newest hostels is also one of its best. Housed in a building that was formerly a Catholic school, Inhawi is surrounded by greenery on a hill above Balluta Bay. Decor is chic and modern, breakfast in the restaurant-quality shared kitchen is included, and there's even a compact swimming pool. Occasional poolside barbecues promote an easygoing vibe.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Sliema, St Julian’s & Paceville attractions

1. Sacred Heart Church

0.43 MILES

Built in 1872 by Paul Vella, a Valletta priest. During WWII, the church's Franciscan friary was bombed and 23 people were tragically killed.

3. St Julian's Tower

0.47 MILES

A fortified coastal tower, built in the 17th century by Grand Master de Redin.

4. Portomaso Apartment & Marina Complex

0.53 MILES

The glitzy development of Portomaso is overlooked by the towering Hilton Hotel, and centres on a marina ringed by restaurants and bars. It's a popular…

5. Palazzo Spinola

0.57 MILES

Once St Julian's was rural, with just a few grand houses, of which this was one, built for the Italian knight Rafael Spinola. It is surrounded by a walled…

6. Stella Maris

0.59 MILES

'Our Lady Star of the Sea' was built in 1877. On the third Sunday in August, the church's revered Our Lady Stella Maris statue is paraded through nearby…

7. Sliema Beach

0.66 MILES

The Sliema waterfront is edged by flattish rocks, with stepped access at various points. It's a good place to swim from, though the water tends to be deep…