Cheap hotels in Sliema tonight
Updated 5 November 2026 · 36 real hotels
Sliema offers genuine budget accommodation starting at 36 €/night, with guesthouses and small aparthotels clustered around the seafront and backstreets behind the Strand. Booking directly or mid-week in the shoulder season (October to April) consistently delivers the lowest rates. The selections below are already filtered to show only the most affordable options currently available.
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Sleep in Sliema Without Overspending
Sliema is one of Malta's most popular bases: walkable seafront promenade, ferry connections to Valletta in under ten minutes, and a dense strip of cafes, restaurants, and shops. Its reputation as a lively, modern district can make travelers assume it is expensive, but the reality is more nuanced. A range of 2-star aparthotels and family-run guesthouses sits alongside boutique properties, and rates begin well under 60 €/night even in this central location. Choosing a room a street or two back from the Strand typically shaves a few euros off the nightly rate while keeping you within easy walking distance of everything.
Budget Tips for Sliema
Malta's peak season runs June through September, when demand from European sun-seekers pushes prices up across the island. Visiting in spring (March to May) or autumn (October to November) gives you warm weather, far thinner crowds, and noticeably lower nightly rates. Opting for a room without a sea view, or choosing an aparthotel where you can self-cater breakfast, are two of the simplest ways to control costs without sacrificing location. The properties listed here have already been filtered to surface the most competitively priced options in Sliema, covering everything from bare-bones 2-star rooms to small boutique hotels that punch well above their price point.
Our selection in Sliema
A real selection, real prices, from the most affordable to the showstopper.
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alborada Aparthotel ★★ | Sliema | ★ 3 | 36 €/nuit |
| Europa Hotel ★★ | Sliema | ★ 3.4 | 43 €/nuit |
| Sliema Chalet Hotel ★★★ | Sliema | ★ 3.8 | 53 €/nuit |
| Fort40 Guesthouse ★★ | Sliema | ★ 3.8 | 56 €/nuit |
| Marea Boutique Hotels ★★★ | Sliema | ★ 4.6 | 57 €/nuit |
| Island Club Guest House | Sliema | ★ 4.5 | 58 €/nuit |
| Alba ★★★ | Sliema | ★ 4.4 | 61 €/nuit |
| ANGLU ★★ | Sliema | ★ 5 | 61 €/nuit |
| The Maltese Sun ★★★★ | Sliema | ★ 4.5 | 62 €/nuit |
| RODOLFU F8 | Sliema | — | 62 €/nuit |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest hotel in Sliema right now?+
The lowest rate among our current selection is Alborada Aparthotel at 36 €/night. It is a 2-star aparthotel in Sliema, making it a practical base for budget travelers who want a self-catering setup and a central location without spending much.
Are there affordable hotels in Sliema with good guest ratings?+
Yes. ANGLU is listed at 61 €/night with a perfect 5/5 rating, and Marea Boutique Hotels sits at 57 €/night with a 4.6/5 score. Island Club Guest House (58 €/night, 4.5/5) and Alba (61 €/night, 4.4/5) also combine competitive prices with strong guest satisfaction, showing that budget does not have to mean poor quality in Sliema.
Which part of Sliema is best for budget travelers?+
The backstreets running parallel to the Strand, roughly between Bisazza Street and Tower Road, concentrate many of the district's smaller guesthouses and aparthotels. Staying here keeps ferry access to Valletta close and places you within walking distance of the main dining and shopping strip, while rooms tend to cost less than seafront-facing properties.
When is the cheapest time to book a hotel in Sliema?+
Rates are lowest from November through March, when tourist numbers drop significantly. The shoulder months of April to May and October also offer a good balance: milder prices than summer, comfortable Mediterranean temperatures (18 to 24 degrees Celsius), and quieter beaches and streets. Booking at least three to four weeks in advance, even for the low season, helps secure the best available rate.