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Amazing harbour view - al fresco dining - 2 bedroom modern comfortable apartment

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Evening view over the harbour from the terrace
Al fresco dining with a view
Solmar Apartments overlooking the harbour
Private kitchen
Dining and living areas

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedroomsSleeps 480 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Wied il-Ghajn, South Eastern Region
  • St Thomas' Tower
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Malta Experience
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Main bedroom

1 Queen Bed

En suite bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Amazing harbour view - al fresco dining - 2 bedroom modern comfortable apartment

Modern, fully equipped 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, dining terrace, stunning port and sea view.

Solmar Apartments comprises a two 2 bedroom apartment designed to accommodate up to 4 adults / children with a spectacular view over Marsascala’s characteristic fishing port and the open sea beyond.

Centrally located and set just back from the harbour front on a quiet non-thoroughfare street, the apartment offers calm and will allow you to enjoy Marsascala’s seaside location and its traditional relaxed social life-style making for a fascinating holiday for the whole family.

The apartment is just a 5 minute walk from the Marsaskala bus terminus from where you can reach all corners of Malta and Gozo in comfort and low cost without having to worry about driving or parking. We can organise rapid and efficient transfer from the airport to the apartment with immediate check in, obtain 7 day bus pass tickets for you. We can also organise bespoke private guided visits should you so require.

A butcher, baker, mini supermarkets, local fishermen (for the early riser) and fresh vegetable stalls are all within a stone’s throw, meaning that a car is not needed for everyday necessities.

The apartment is modernly furnished and has been finished to a high standard combining simple elegance and practical functionality that includes efficient and silent invertor technology AC units in each room that can also be used for heating in the colder months.

It is extremely light and airy and comprises an open plan kitchen / dining / sitting room area, two bedrooms and two bathrooms equipped with generously dimensioned showers (the main bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom). The beds in each bedroom can be arranged as either a large king-sized double bed or separate 90 cm x 2 meter twin beds. The apartment’s master bedroom is large enough to add an extra child’s bed or cot if required. The orthopaedic mattresses are comfortable and duvets, bed linen and towels are all supplied. A hair dryer is also provided in each apartment.

The kitchen has been thought out so that it will be a pleasure should you prefer to stay in and dine al-fresco on the terrace admiring the evening view over the harbour. The all-electric kitchen is equipped with oven, microwave, induction hob, hood, toaster and kettle and of course a dishwasher to make you feel at home. In addition, each apartment has a clothes washing machine, clothes drying racks, iron and ironing board.

There is free internet / WiFi as well as an Android box in each apartment so that you can pick up many of your favourite channels. If you have subscriptions to streaming channels such as Amazon Prime or Netflix, please bring your User ID and Passwords with you so you can log on via the Android box.

A children’s play park with an impressive range of activities for various ages can be reached within 10 minutes on foot.

A number of water sports such as scuba diving, sailing, fishing are all to be found in the region.

For those interested in history, Valletta, the 3 Cities and the megalithic temples of Tarxien are all within 10 – 20 minutes by car.

A very pleasant and wide promenade running along the waterfront around the bay with its numerous restaurants and bars is particularly agreeable for an evening stroll. Along the way you will come across designated cordoned-off bathing areas with direct access to the sea from the flat rocks via short ladders. The water is crystal clear and its temperature is most welcoming from late Spring through to late Autumn. Nearby, St Thomas’ Bay with its sandy beach can be reached by a 5 minute bus ride.

The one thing you will be short of is time to sample everything on offer.

The airport is less than 20 minutes away by taxi and the hosts will happily organise an airport pick up or car hire upon request.

Although the apartment block does not have its own parking, being on a quiet and non-thoroughfare street means that it is usually fairly easy to find a place to park close to the apartment.

It should be noted that the apartment being on the 2nd floor without a lift is not suitable for persons with reduced mobility. This being said, the stairways are wide and very easy to climb.

To avoid misunderstandings, please note the following:
a) Included in the nightly rental is 10kWh of electricity/day, which is more than adequate for average usage. For extra consumption, a coin meter is provided in the apartment set at €1 buys an extra 4 kWh of electricity. Please note that during periods of extreme Summer heat, you may need to add a couple of Euros per day extra to fully cover AC consumption.
b) There is a stay tax imposed by the Maltese Tourist Authority of €0.50/guest/night. This applies to persons of 18 years and older and is capped at €5/person per stay in Malta. This tax will be collected upon check-in at the apartment.

Regarding check in and check out:
Late check ins and early check outs are possible, but we need to ask for a participation to the extra cost incurred as follows according to arrival time at the apartment:

Check in and check out policy
• Normal check in times are 16:00 to 22:00
• Normal check out times are 08h00 – 10h00

Where the booking schedule allows, we will try and accommodate you for late check outs and early check ins.

For check outs after 12h00 it will be necessary to reserve an extra night’s accommodation where availability permits

For check ins outside of normal times, when it is possible, we need to ask for a participation to the extra cost incurred as follows:
• 22h00 - 24h00 late check in fee of €30 which includes airport transfer
• 24h00 - 08h00 night time check in and check out fee of €50 which includes airport transfer

Fees are payable in cash to the person checking you in / out.


We speak English, French, Italian and (some) German. It will be a pleasure to welcome you for a memorable holiday in our apartment.

Peter & Alda

Property manager

Peter & Alda
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 6:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marsaskala

Located in Marsaskala, this apartment is by the sea. Malta Experience and Malta Maritime Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Merchant Street Market and Strait Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Knights Spectacular 1565 or Starfish Diving. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling adventures can be found near the property.
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Wied il-Ghajn, South Eastern Region

What's nearby

  • St Thomas' Tower - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Upper Barrakka Gardens - 13 min drive - 11.9 km
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 13 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Sliema Ferry - 14 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Malta Experience - 14 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • Luqa (MLA-Malta Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zion Reggae Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Catalán - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tal-Familja Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Nargile Lounge - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Taninu - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Amazing harbour view - al fresco dining - 2 bedroom modern comfortable apartment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Amazing harbour view - al fresco dining - 2 bedroom modern comfortable apartment?

Check-in begins at 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing harbour view - al fresco dining - 2 bedroom modern comfortable apartment?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Amazing harbour view - al fresco dining - 2 bedroom modern comfortable apartment located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Marsaxlokk Bay and 3.1 mi (5 km) from St. Peter's Pool. Tarxien Temples and Grand Harbour are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great apartment

Love the location. Lovely sunny balcony.Apartment has everything you need.Tiny Mint restaurant nearby was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lourene W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing way to end our trip

We really enjoyed our last two weeks of a month long visit in Marsaskala. The apartment perfectly located within walking distance to restaurants, groceries, etc. the bus terminal was five minutes away and we were also able to have some beautiful and fascinating long walks everyday! The Maltese people are lovely and welcoming!The apartment is on the third floor of a newer building. So, keep that in mind if you have mobility issues. It is roomy and comfortable.There is much road and building construction going on everywhere in Malta, but the apartment was lovely and quiet every night.The terrace looks out over the harbour, and we loved the sunrise views!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Guido O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nette Wohnung

Nette Wohnung, mitten in der Stadt, gute Bäckerei, absoluter Spitzenmetzgerei und gute Restaurants in der Nähe.Allerdings wären die Matratzen mit Auflage zu Ersetzen, machen den Eindruck noch aus der Zeit det Großmeistet zu stammen. Sonst
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Emma P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

This was our 4th holiday to Malta from Australia and our second stay in Marsaskala. The location of the apartment is fantastic, walking distance to the local convenience stores and cafes, also the bus terminal if you don’t hire a car. We did hire a car and found the parking harder than previous trips, we did have to park in the next street some nights however parking is difficult all over Malta not just in this area. The apartment was exactly as the photos in the advertisement, being a Winter stay we did find the water pressure challenging, when we did have some sort of pressure it was warm to cold, we didn’t have a hot shower while we were there. Simple things in the unit would have been appreciated, one being clean dish cloths, the one provided had been used and we couldn’t find any new ones in the under sink cupboard. No tea/coffee satchels or laundry detergent so you will need to bring your own or purchase at the local convenience store. We had arranged the airport transfer however the manager did forget that we were arriving that day and forgot to pick us up so luckily we had family to drive us to the apartment with our luggage. I would recommend messaging before arrival to confirm the airport transfer with her, she did apologise. I would recommend this apartment in Summer and warmer months.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ralf l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alles super

Gerne wieder.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable stay in Marsascala

The apartment was as described, and offers a wonderful view of the harbor from the balcony. All of the amenities that anyone might need were provided and Cynthia (the property manager) gave a full description of all we needed to know on our arrival. A very good grocery store is just around the corner and several good restaurants are close by. We enjoyed Tal Familja most, for the excellent food and service. We would definitely recommend Peter's apartment to anyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Morten H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Perfect situated in Mararskale

We enjoyed our stay very much. The flat is in the best area, close to restaurants and street life, and the view is beautiful. The flat needs a little updating though. Water pressure in an issue (it takes a little while to get wet) and the showers as such need an upgrade. The balcony, however beautiful, needs a baldakin or an umbrella to offer protection from rain or sun. The kitchen utensils are fine, if you want to prepare a cold meal, but the puts and pans are not fit for cooking, though. Still - very good value for money. And Cynthia and her husband are there for you all the time, if you need anything.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eine tolle Urlaubszeit

Wir haben uns in unserer Fewo sehr wohlgefühlt, eine top Lage und eine perfekte Kommunikation. Es war alles vorhanden, was man für einen schönen Urlaub braucht. Vielen Dank, auch für das Abholen am Flughafen.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As promised

Very nice 10 days in Marsaskala. The place Is just a few steps from dozens of restaurants on the waterfront, was as advertised - clean and spacious. Communication was great and the place comes with a built in tour guide and taxi service if you choose to utilize her (Cynthia). Excellent time
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary

Very good location with excellent harbour view. Spacious, comfortable and well equipped. Registration with Cynthia was easy and straightforward and she was very informative and helpful throughout our stay. Two very well stocked convenience stores nearby as is the bus station which made travelling about Malta very easy. A thouroughly enjoyable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

M E.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location

Sehr unansehnliche Umgebung

Die Wohnung überzeugt zwar durch ihren Blick auf den Hafen auf Marsaskala, ansonsten ist die Umgebung allerdings wirklich nicht schön und wird durch den penetranten Gestank der sich dort herumstreuenden Katzen noch verschlechtert. Die Wohnung an sich ist vom Möbilar her ok, die Betten sind allerdings einfach
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely apartment

Fantastic apartment local buses just across the road perfect for travelling around the island all bus passes and airport transfers arranged by owner. Owner very responsive to queries excellent help and information from Cynthia as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Johan M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

appart

Bon emplacement à côté de la baie et des restaurant; dommage qu'il n'y ait ni marché ni animation le soir. L'appartement en lui même est suffisant pour les vacance malgré parfois des odeurs très dérangeantes dans la salle de bain. La literie est à revoir.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal property and location for quiet stay

Lovely flat as described on the listing. Great location for Marsaskala, close to restaurants, shops, swimming and diving (at DiveMed). Many Thanks
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Torsten B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Juni 2024

Ich war mit meiner Tochter 1 Woche auf Malta. Es war schon ziemlich warm aber dank Klimaanlage in der Wohnung kein Problem. Marsaskala ist mit dem Mietwagen in 20 Minuten vom Flughafen zu erreichen. Die Wohnungsübergabe war problemlos, mit WhatsApp ist das gut zu planen. Die Wohnung war sehr sauber. Es gibt zwei Schlafzimmer und zwei Badezimmer, das ist sehr angenehm. Die Küche ist ausreichend ausgestattet um tatsächlich zu kochen. Ein kleines Geschäft mit gutem Angebot befindet sich in der Nähe (nicht ganz billig). Fußläufig sind aber etliche Restaurants zu erreichen. Die Aussicht vom Balkon auf den Hafen ist sehr schön, man hat von morgens bis nachmittags Sonne. Etwas störend war die laute Absaugung eines naheliegenden Restaurants in der Nähe während der Betriebszeiten. Ab 23 Uhr war Ruhe. Zusammengefasst hatten wir eine schöne Woche und haben uns wohlgefühlt.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nicola M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely view, a bit out of the way

Lovely view of Marsaskala harbour. Enough eateries for a short stay. We wanted to explore Island more. All buses go to Valletta but for a lot of other destinations you needed to go into Valletta and change there. Very inexpensive form of travel at 2.50 Euros pp for a few hours of travel but very time consuming. Enjoyed stay and hosts were very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Holger W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Asma &.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Très belle vue

L'appartement est très fonctionnel pour 4 personnes avec deux sdb et deux toilettes, ce qui fort appréciable Une très belle vue En revanche il manque d'ustensiles pour la cuisine Peinture à refaire dans certains endroits notamment tête de lit dans la chambre parentale
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

armelle h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Conforme à l'annonce

L'appartement est très bien, propre avec une jolie vue et la communication ainsi que l'aide apportée efficace. On a juste regretté l'emplacement en février je pense que cela aurait été plus simple d'être à Valette. Ou nous aurions du louer une voiture car les trajets en bus étaient beaucoup trop long du coup cela nous a limité dans nos visites. L'été cela doit être différent.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hendrik v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

During a business trip last year, i stayed at this apartment located away from the crowded tourist areas. Enjoyed it so much i wanted to come back. Like the previous time the place was clean and well equipped. The view is amazing just as advertised. Marsaskala is my favorite location on Malta, perfect for a daily commute to the airport, avoiding the usual traffic. This comfortable apartment with plenty of restaurants within walking distance turned my business trip into a pleasant mini-vacation after work and in the weekends.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike P., BC, CANADA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great View & Convenient

Great view and very convenient to the local bus terminus, restaurants and grocery shopping. Marsaskala is a small town about 45 minutes by bus from capital city Valetta. Has all the conveniences you need for a small town atmosphere yet just convenient bus rides to the common tourist attractions in Malta. Apartment was clean, had a great view and had the basics when we arrived. Managers George and Cynthia were very helpful. Overall, the property and location was what we were looking for and we had a relaxing stay while taking day trips by bus to the many tourist sights in Malta.
Stayed 21 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location

The apartment is located in walking distance from cafes, restaurants and shops. The apartment was well appointed with a small balcony facing the harbour unfortunately because it faced East it was too hot to sit out there unless it was early in the morning or after 4:00 PM the only other negatives were the lack of available street parking and the fact that there is no elevator. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Marsaskala (Malta)

Uitstekend appartement, heel netjes, prachtig zicht op de haven, locatie dicht bij het busstation van waaruit men het ganse eiland kan verkennen. Eigenaar/management is zeer behulpzaam en steeds bereikbaar voor alle vragen. Ze verzorgden punctueel onze transferts vanaf de luchthaven, ook al hadden we een late aankomst. We hebben er een fantastische vakantie gehad. Een echte aanrader.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Perry S., England

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice apartment

The apartment has everything you need, the veiws are lovely, shops restaurants a short walk i would highly recommend staying here, i will definitely be staying again
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beate L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr schöner Aufenthalt in einem großem Apartment mit schönem Balkon

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Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Peter & Alda

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What makes this property unique

Its location, its views, its comfort.

Languages:

English, French, German, Italian

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests