Your stay — 248 Boutique Studios
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The Property — 248 Boutique Studios
A compact, modern 3-star tucked on a quiet residential street off Sliema’s seafront, 248 Boutique Studios trades flash for function — think clean white walls, small kitchenettes and a pool on the roof. It suits independent travellers who want a decent base for exploring Valletta and the coast without paying for resort extras. The lobby is minimal: a few chairs, a reception desk, and the faint hum of the lift. No bar, no restaurant, but a 10-minute walk puts you on the Sliema promenade cafés.
Chronicles of Sliema
Sliema grew from a 19th-century summer retreat for Valletta’s wealthier families into Malta’s most densely built-up town, its seafront lined with Victorian villas and later, flats. The British military built Fort Tigné in the 1790s, and the area’s strategic harbour views later attracted developers. By the 1900s, it was a resort for English tourists. Today it’s a commercial hub of shops, ferry terminals and apartment blocks, with a buzzy harbour-side strip of gelaterias and boat-tour touts.
Best Time to Visit
Full Sliema guide →Best months
May and early June — warm without the July heat, sea is swimmable, crowds are lower. Late September is also good: sea still warm, prices drop.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak tourist months, driven by school holidays and the Malta International Arts Festival. Hotel prices in Sliema often double. The village festas (local saints’ feasts) run through August and add evening noise.
Budget shoulder season
Late April, October and November offer mild weather (20-25°C in Oct) and hotel rates 30–50% lower than peak. The sea is warm enough for swimming into October.
Weather & packing
Malta’s July heat feels intense because of reflected glare off limestone buildings and sea. Pack a wide-brimmed hat and high-SPF sunscreen as a hard rule; thin cottons and a light cover-up for evenings (air conditioning is standard but fierce indoors).
Live City Briefing — Sliema
- The Sliema-Valletta ferry runs year-round but added a night service for summer 2026, running until 11 PM from both sides – useful for evening trips.
- The new Sliema promenade extension from Quarry Wharf to Tigné Point opened in late 2025, with extra benches and a cycle lane, easing the walking route.
- A bus lane trial on Tower Road started in May 2026, aiming to cut traffic, but local drivers report delays merging – allow 10–15 extra minutes for taxis heading to the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to 248 Boutique Studios, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floor 3 or above, facing the internal courtyard if available. These rooms are quieter and benefit from fewer street-level disturbances.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 and 2, especially those at the front of the building. They suffer direct street noise from Sliema’s busy traffic and pedestrians.
Best views
The best views are from upper floors facing the harbour or sea, if available. Sliema’s waterfront is close, so a room with a westward orientation may catch afternoon sun and sea glimpses.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and above are generally quieter, as the building’s lift serves all storeys so noise from it diminishes with height.
🔊 Noise notes
Sliema is a busy coastal town with frequent traffic, pedestrian activity, and occasional late-night noise from nearby restaurants and bars. The main road outside can be loud, especially at weekends.
Insider tips
1. If you have a car, ask about free or discounted parking on arrival – Sliema has limited and paid street parking. 2. Request a room on a high floor (3+) facing the rear or courtyard to minimise street noise – this is not guaranteed but worth asking at check-in.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — 248 Boutique Studios
Free for all guests, decent speed for streaming and video calls; no login, just connect to network
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers; building is a converted 19th-century townhouse, compact modern interiors
Check-in from 14:00, early bag-drop from 10:00 if room not ready; late check-out until 12:00 costs €20, after 12:00 charged half a night
Free for same day before check-in or after check-out; secure room behind reception
No step-free access – two steps at main entrance; lift is narrow (wheelchair may not fit); no accessible bathrooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Parade Street Car Park (5 min walk) at €15 per 24h; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €0.50 per person per night, payable at check-in
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Knisja ta' San Girgor il-Kbir (117 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Church of the Holy Family of Jesus (180 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Sacrae Familiae Jesu (184 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Il-Knisja ta' San Patrizju (Tas-Salesjani) (209 m · ~3 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Venture Trading — 587 m · ~7 min walk
Independence Garden — 302 m · ~4 min walk
The Fortress Builders - Fortifications Interpretation Centre — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk
Teatru Salesjan — 129 m · ~2 min walk
Johnny Agius Memorial — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 183 m · ~2 min walk
Balluta Pharmacy — 618 m · ~8 min walk
Borg's Victory Store — 17 m · ~1 min walk
Ferry Terminal Spinola (under construction) — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
ATMs give the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Malta International Airport and tourist spots like Sliema Ferries — they charge poor rates and fees.
Visa and Mastercard are accepted almost everywhere; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay/Google Pay) work in most shops and restaurants. Small kiosks and some market stalls may be cash-only.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated. Round up the bill or leave 5-10% in restaurants if service was good; taxis don't expect tips; hotel porters might get €1-2.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard espresso at a local bar (not a tourist cafe) costs around €1.10-1.50; takeaway filter coffee from a pastizzeria is sometimes under €1.
A pastizz (filled pastry) and a soft drink from a pastizzeria costs about €3-4; a simple ftira (Maltese flatbread sandwich) with filling is €4-6.
A main course at a no-frills pizzeria or Maltese restaurant runs €10-14; avoid the tourist-heavy waterfront promenade for better value inland.
Pastizzerias (hole-in-the-wall bakeries) selling pastizzi (ricotta or pea), qassatat, and imqaret are dotted around Sliema's back streets — they're the fastest, cheapest eat.
Lidl and Greens are the main budget supermarket chains in the area; both have multiple branches in Sliema for everyday groceries.
The main shopping strip along Bisazza Street and Tower Road has high-street chains (Zara, H&M, Mango) and a few independent boutiques; for bargains, try The Point shopping centre's mid-range outlets or the markets in nearby Valletta.
A single bus fare is €2.00 (€3.00 in summer); a 7-day Tallinja card (€21) gives unlimited travel on all buses. From the airport, take route X1 or X2 (€2.00 single) — taxis cost €25+.
Buy a Tallinja card for bus rides instead of paying driver fares; eat a pastizz or ftira from a pastizzeria rather than a sit-down restaurant for lunch; fill a reusable water bottle at public taps (tap water is safe) instead of buying bottled water.
Emergency Contacts
SliemaWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Sliema, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at 248 Boutique Studios
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 183 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Balluta Pharmacy — 618 m · ~8 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Sliema Ferries stop → Valletta terminus
💡 These all run along Tower Road. Board at the Seafront stop nearest your hotel—the Days Inn is a 3-min walk from the Ferries stop.
Sliema Ferry terminal (5-min walk from Days Inn) → Valletta Ferry terminal
💡 Cash only—have coins ready. It's faster and more pleasant than the bus. For St Julian's, take the East Ferry service from the same terminal.
Malta International Airport → Sliema Ferries stop (near Days Inn)
💡 Buy a 7-day Tallinja card at the airport kiosk for €21—it covers all buses. Tap on at the front door.
Malta International Airport → Days Inn Sliema
💡 Pre-book with a driver for a fixed fee; avoid unmetered taxis at the rank. Your hotel can arrange this.
About Sliema
Wikipedia ↗
Sliema (Maltese: Tas-Sliema [tɐˈsːlɪːmɐ]) is a town located on the northeast coast of Malta in the Northern Harbour District. It is a major residential and commercial area and a centre for shopping, bars, dining, and café life. It is also the most densely populated town on the island. Lining the coa...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at 248 Boutique Studios?
Request a room on floor 3 or above, facing the internal courtyard if available. These rooms are quieter and benefit from fewer street-level disturbances.
Which rooms should I avoid at 248 Boutique Studios?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 and 2, especially those at the front of the building. They suffer direct street noise from Sliema’s busy traffic and pedestrians.
Is 248 Boutique Studios noisy?
Sliema is a busy coastal town with frequent traffic, pedestrian activity, and occasional late-night noise from nearby restaurants and bars. The main road outside can be loud, especially at weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at 248 Boutique Studios?
The best views are from upper floors facing the harbour or sea, if available. Sliema’s waterfront is close, so a room with a westward orientation may catch afternoon sun and sea glimpses.
What are insider tips for staying at 248 Boutique Studios?
1. If you have a car, ask about free or discounted parking on arrival – Sliema has limited and paid street parking. 2. Request a room on a high floor (3+) facing the rear or courtyard to minimise street noise – this is not guaranteed but worth asking at check-in.
What time is check-in at 248 Boutique Studios?
Check-in at 248 Boutique Studios is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does 248 Boutique Studios have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, decent speed for streaming and video calls; no login, just connect to network
Is there a city or tourist tax at 248 Boutique Studios?
€0.50 per person per night, payable at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near 248 Boutique Studios?
A pastizz (filled pastry) and a soft drink from a pastizzeria costs about €3-4; a simple ftira (Maltese flatbread sandwich) with filling is €4-6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from 248 Boutique Studios?
A single bus fare is €2.00 (€3.00 in summer); a 7-day Tallinja card (€21) gives unlimited travel on all buses. From the airport, take route X1 or X2 (€2.00 single) — taxis cost €25+.
When is the best time to visit Sliema?
May and early June — warm without the July heat, sea is swimmable, crowds are lower. Late September is also good: sea still warm, prices drop.
Top Attractions in Sliema
💡 Go early – before 10am for the best selection of fresh fruit and vegetables. Bring small change. Cash only at most stalls.
💡 Visit just after 9am on a weekday to avoid crowds. The interior lighting is best in the morning for photos of the altar and ceiling frescoes.
💡 Head to the far end past the shopping centre for the quietest spot with benches. Great for a picnic with uninterrupted views of Valletta's fortifications.
💡 The fort's outer bastions are open to the public. Walk around the perimeter for the best angles and to see the original gun emplacements. No entrance fee even when interior is closed.
💡 Start at Tigné Point just before sunset and walk north. You'll catch the sun setting over Valletta, and the breeze keeps it cool even in summer.