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The 10 Best Hostels in Il-Gżira, Malta

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Walter's B&B is situated in Il-Gżira, 1 km from University of Malta. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

At the hostel, all rooms come with a wardrobe. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom, while some units at Walters Guest House also provide guests with a balcony.

Absolutely fantastic hostel! I fell in love with Malta just because of this place. And to be honest I felt in love with Mark as unbelievable kind and warm-hearted and respectful person! Unfortunately I’m a man, so I cannot marriage with him😁 If think God is love, it means you never meet before Mark, because he is heaven sentured God’s angel on this planet. Absolutely safety, comfortable, 1000% clean hostel with a perfect rooms, beds, full equipped kitchen and bathrooms and such a cool terrace in the roof, that you even can not imagine it! Mark explained everything about Malta and the best and cheapest places around the hostel, gave so good recommendations for the poor guy like me where/when/how I can enjoy my few days off on this beautiful island. You never ever find even the 5* hotel better than Walter’s B&B hostel. The rating must be changed by the name of this lovely hostel because 5* aren’t enough to describe the best service of whole my 30 years of life! As a Michelin star restaurant cook I can say that in the restaurants rating this hostel 10* Michelin from the 3* possible. Really strong recommendation for you all my dear travelers!

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8.7
Fabulous
582 reviews
Price from
KRW 61,507
per night

Set in St Julian's, Boho Hostel features a garden with hammocks where guests can relax. It offers free WiFi, a TV lounge with DVD player and dormitory rooms. The clubbing district of Paceville a 20-minute walk away.

Quiet, clean, amazing garden, view, great owner, location, kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms and staff.

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8.5
Very good
328 reviews
Price from
KRW 39,276
per night

Rooms come with a private en suite or external bathroom, while studios also offer a kitchenette. Studios have a balcony overlooking the pool or the university grounds. Dormitory rooms are also available.

A good experience. Nice people and comfortable place.

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7.5
Good
1,604 reviews
Price from
KRW 20,008
per night

Ommi Hostel in St Julian's provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge. The property is set 2.2 km from St George's Bay Beach, 2.2 km from Bay Street Shopping Complex and 1.9 km from Portomaso Marina. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests.

Everything was great. Big kitchen, big common area with TV, space to work, patio, safe lockers, sockets next to beds, clean toilets/showers, new appliances. I would say it's not a party hostel, it's more for people who want a quiet stay. Some people stay there long term and either work in town or online and respect quiet hours. Many Spanish speakers. I loved the place and it really felt like home :)

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8.3
Very good
63 reviews
Price from
KRW 27,419
per night

Located in St. Julian’s, just a 5-minute walk from lively Paceville, Hostel Malti offers a hot tub located on the rooftop which also features sea views. Its dormitory rooms are decorated with brightly coloured walls. Free WiFi is available.

The staff is very helpful and friendly

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8.2
Very good
1,203 reviews
Price from
KRW 39,098
per night

Located 300 metres from the seafront of St. Julian's and a 10-minute walk from Sliema, Inhawi Boutique Hostel boasts an outdoor pool and sea views.

The hostel offers accommodation in dormitory rooms. Some units feature a terrace or a balcony. Free WiFi is available throughout.

It was an amazing hostel, great staff, good location, the place was clean and really nice with a kitchen and a pool. The price is good for what they offer and it includes an excellent breakfast.

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9
Superb
4,614 reviews
Price from
KRW 52,096
per night

Set 350 metres from Sliema’s seafront, on the island of Malta, Granny's Inn Hostel offers 2 shared terraces, a roof-top area and free Wi-Fi throughout. A shared TV room with cable channels is available to guests.

Clean and very cozy hostel with a good vibe, Wifi is Great as Well! Loved The rooftop

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8.5
Very good
422 reviews
Price from
KRW 35,941
per night

Set on the island of Malta, Hostel 94 is located in Sliema. Guests can leave their belongings into the lockers and relax in the shared lounge area.

Shops and restaurants can be found in the area surrounding Hostel 94. Malta International Airport is a 15-minute drive away.

Clean, very cheap, close to Exiles beach. Staff was nice and informative when i needed to extend my stay.

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5.8
Review score
849 reviews
Price from
KRW 28,901
per night

Just 200 metres from Sliema Beach, the Corner Hostel is a renovated Maltese townhouse offering a communal kitchen, and rooms and dormitories with a telephone and ceiling fan. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hostel.

I liked staff, they were very friendly. There was only 4 beds in one room, so not too much people as for hostel room. In general it was comfortable and cosy atmosphere. I would recommend it to my friends.

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7.9
Good
1,185 reviews
Price from
KRW 30,383
per night

Conveniently located in the centre of Sliema and 200 metres from the ferry harbour, Two Pillows Boutique Hostel is less than a 10-minute walk from Sliema's Tower Road beach. All its rooms offer free Wi-Fi.

Such a nice place, it felt like home! I really had such a good time there. Everyone was so nice and always willing to help with anything, the receptionists and housekeepers were always very nice and helpful. I stayed for 2 weeks and met lots of people, I’ll definitely recommend this place, it’s always clean and you can find everything around the area.

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9
Superb
1,975 reviews
Price from
KRW 57,416
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in Il-Gżira

  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review
    Great location - easy access to transportation (Uber/Bolt, bus, ferry), restaurants, cafes etc. Clean and safe.
    Mirela
    Solo traveller
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 87 reviews
    Great location, great communication with the owner. All you need if you look for a cheap place to stay and good enough if you aren't too fussy but still want to have a nice place.
    Martina
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: KRW 207,493
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,052 reviews
    Excellent place! Great location to explore the island. We came to Malta for a carnival in February. The weather was amazing. The hotel is located close to a ferry terminal to Valletta- 5 min max a ferry ride and you are in Valletta. It was cheaper and more sensible option ( time wise) to travel by Bolt taxi. The hotel has really good facilities- great breakfast with a view to the sea! You also get access to a sauna etc. rooms are clean and modern with a coffee machine. We loved everything!
    Natalya
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: KRW 253,438
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,337 reviews
    Great location, close to the water and Sliema, and in a nice safe street. There is a small supermarket near by. I liked best that the rooms are spacious with a nice balcony. The staff is friendly and helpful.
    Ruzica
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: KRW 185,262
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,514 reviews
    The staff were always so friendly and helpful. Great location being in the centre of Gzira/Sliema so you could walk to mostly everywhere. The area is also very safe and as a solo (female) traveller, at no point was I concerned about walking back to the hotel late at night. Loved how spacious and comfortable the room was, it was near perfect!
    Jévon
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: KRW 182,298
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 580 reviews
    It‘s a very nice place to stay, the staff is very friendly and helpful. I got many great recommendations what to see in Malta as well, which was awesome :) The location in Sliema is great, a nice and safe area from where you can also reach all other enjoyable areas in Malta well. It‘s a very clean hostel. Also, I liked the pretty tiles on the floor in my room :)
    Theresa
    Solo traveller
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 859 reviews
    it’s clean and modern, great location. walking distance to the water and restaurants etc. still quite central and a cheap Uber anywhere.
    Kim
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: KRW 192,673
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 7,245 reviews
    Excellent hostel with a great location and the staff were nice
    Kevin
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: KRW 192,673
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 9,807 reviews
    Great location, nice, comfortable and clean room, tasty breakfast. The room was cleaned every day, towels replaced with clean ones. The staff was polite and helpful. Safe box, fridge and kettle in our room.
    Katarzyna
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: KRW 182,298
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 580 reviews
    It was the best hostel I have ever been to. The service, feeling safe, very nice indoors, kitchen speace… just loved it. And I flet very safe there as wołam treveling on my own. Lockers vere big and solid. I could put all my stuff inside. I like the "management" of food in the kitchen
    M
    Marta
    Solo traveller