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Bright spacious penthouse - beautiful sea views

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Point of interest
Beach nearby
Onsite parking
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 490 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bright spacious penthouse - beautiful sea views

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

Solmar Apartments comprises a two bedroom penthouse 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 penthouse 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 penthouse 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, fishmonger, 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 penthouse 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 just 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 penthouse being on the 3rd 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 coupleof 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.

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 our pleasure to welcome you for a memorable holiday in our penthouse.

Kind Regards

Peter & Alda

Property manager

Peter & Alda

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking
  • Airport shuttle on request

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Boat on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Marina nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 969 sq ft (90 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Bright Spacious Penthouse - Beautiful sea Views Apartment
Bright Spacious Penthouse - Beautiful sea Views Marsaskala

About the neighborhood

Map
Marsascala

What's nearby

  • St Thomas' Tower - 7 min walk
  • Grand Harbour - 8 min drive
  • St. Johns Co - Cathedral - 13 min drive
  • Sliema Ferry - 14 min drive
  • Malta Experience - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Malta Intl. Airport (MLA) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zion Reggae Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tal-Familja Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taninu - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nargile Lounge - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Grand China - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright spacious penthouse - beautiful sea views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bright spacious penthouse - beautiful sea views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Bright spacious penthouse - beautiful sea views?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bright spacious penthouse - beautiful sea views located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Marsaxlokk Bay and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from St. Peter's Pool. Inquisitor's Palace and Tarxien Temples are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Bright spacious penthouse - beautiful sea views Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jean W.

Fantastic view
Lovley apartment. Great location, would definitely recommend
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul L., Feering

Liked: Cleanliness
New pkace to vusit
Excellent clean property with fantastic views. Very well equiped and the agent was super helpful. Very good restsurants close by. Just a great relaxing stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We were met at the airport by Cynthia who dropped us off at our apartment . She looked after our cases as we were too early to check in . The apartment had the wow factor and more than met our expectations. Unfortunately after 2 days we had a family emergency and had to immediately leave the apartment and catch a flight home . Cynthia once again came to our rescue and took us to the airport , Both Cynthia and the owner have been kind and generous and I would not hesitate in recommending other people to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Robert N.

Liked: Cleanliness
MILLION $ VIEW
I was there for close to 3 months. Location was perfect as I didn't want to be in a tourist area and Marsaskala isn't real touristy. I wasn't to pleased with the price quoted on line vs what I was told for cleaning from the property manager. Nore was I too pleased with one of the welcome books greatly misquoting a price for private tours from the property manager again. I was having a few issues with water pump and that took a while to get straightened out. Once Peter the owner got involved with some of the issues that were arising everything was handled quickly with follow-up. When you stay in a place for 3 months, things will come up. Overall I loved it and would come back to The Penthouse!!!! PS, make sure you research your weather and the Sahara dust depending on what time of year you come.
Stayed 79 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

kareem A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Malta apartment
Hmmm. Difficult to review this experience. So be clear, this is MY opinion and feelings from my stay. very spacious. Close walking distance to buses to/from airport and to get anywhere. Access to restaurants and convenience store nearby. Nothing negative to say about the apartment EXCEPT for me, I like to take a COLD SHOWER by choice. You have to turn the hot water tank switch on one hour before a shower and then the hot water only lasted about 4 minutes which was a bit frustrating. I read the reviews before renting this place and the “warm and helpful” greetings expressed from other tourist…I did not get that. I received an indifferent treatment. I wanted to take one of the tours that was promoted in the apartment guide book priced at 150 Euros for up to 4 people. When I called, the guy wanted to charge me 50 Euros per hour.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt & Lisa D., Whitby, Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view of the bay!
Very comfortable stay in a location that let us travel around Malta easily. Easy walk to the restaurants and promenade around the bay. Spacious and clean apartment with great communication with the hosts and property managers. It was a great help having transport to the apartment and back to the airport! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leon F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter Break
I had a great time staying in the flat the views where great. close to restaurants and bars, and not far from the main bus stop. the slight down side was the flat was on the top floor and there was some road noise as it over looked a main road. but sitting out on the balcony looking over the harbour was way worth it. communication with the hosts great. i had a problem with the shower and they where there within a short time and the problem was solved. I would highly recommend a stay at this flat.
Stayed 28 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Penthouse with beautiful view
The penthouse is in a quiet neighborhood with spectacular views over the village and harbour. It is 72 steps up to the condo and there is not a lift-the views are the reward! The apartment had a well supplied kitchen and we had all we needed. The water pressure is light. The linens could do with a refresh. There are restaurants, cafes and grocery stores close by. Local buses stop very close to the condo making it easy to get around. Cynthia picked us up and dropped us back to the airport which was very helpful. She took us on a day long tour to many sites on Malta that we really enjoyed-she is very knowledgeable about the history and culture of the area. There is a very nice beach with restaurants only a 20 minute walk away. We really enjoyed our time in Malta at this apartment and the area.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy Holiday
We had a splendid time in the Solmar apartment. Collected at the airport by Cynthia who gave us a good introduction to Malta and the running of the apartment. The apartment itself was clean, tidy and well appointed. Our stay was greatly enhanced by a very comfortable bed and very quiet air conditioning. Many thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Satisfied!
Lovely town/area, with great restaurants and pubs. Bus terminus was a few minutes walk away, which were very easy to use. Local shops were around the corner. Villa was very spacious and exactly as described in the advert, beds were so comfortable and very clean. Overall we were very pleased with the accommodation and area, we don't feel we could have choosen better.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view and village - handy to transport
Easy to keep cool and a treasure to return to at the end of a day discovering Malta.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views of Marsascala bay and plenty of room to relax
This apartment has great views of the Marsascala harbour and with 5 balconies there is plenty of room to enjoy the views. The apartment had everything we needed and is close to the restaurants without being bothered by the noise or hustle and bustle around them. The apartment is in very good condition and easily caters for 4 people. Cynthia, the property manager was very helpful and easy to communicate with. We loved staying here.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Fiona H., Australia

Disliked: Cleanliness
We got bed bugs and this was disputed by the owner
We loved the location and facilities but most especially the assistance of the local property manager. Unfortunately, one of us got bed bug bites which are completely different to mosquito welts. Mosquitos are expected. Bed bugs are not. We found black specks throughout the bed. Later in our stay, we did get mosquito bites which just confirmed how very different the bites are. However, the property manager relied on fumigation that had occurred a week or so beforehand and did not refund part or all of our booking. We went elsewhere in Malta but it cost us a day of our holiday to relocate and various hours to try to achieve a resolution. And it seems it has cost us the full price of the booking, regardless of photos. I did not get a doctor or pharmacist to confirm and this should not be necessary. We LOVED Malta and this experience will not stop us returning - just not here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Colin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
Great location, good places to eat, easy access to swimming, easy to get around
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug F., White Rock, BC, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
The Solmar apartment in Marsascala, Malta is a magical place and setting
We enjoyed the simple modern open floor plan and the uncluttered interior. The harbour views were spectacular. There were a few hiccups with water pump and pressure, but they were resolved satisfactorily. We highly recommend this accommodation as an excellent location to hub and spoke Malta. We also liked the fact that Marsascala is much less touristic then Valletta. Property mgrs, Cynthia and George Debono provided excellent local knowledge and shuttle services. In addition we really enjoyed their Azure Bay Tours, 5 ⭐️
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location with stunning views
Marsascala is a quiet and beautiful location for a stay in Malta. The bus service is very close to this apartment and when not travelling, sitting on one of the five balconies of the penthouse enjoying the sun and water view was most enjoyable.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Penthouse in Marsascala
The penthouse is lovely, very bright and airy. The view is incredible. The beds are very comfortable and the kitchen is well equipped. Marsascala has a beautiful harbour, with many restaurants and shops. We did not have a car and used. public transport which was close by to the apartment. The bus was crowded at rush hour but efficient.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely apartment with great views
We had a wonderful 5 nights here at the end of December. The views of the harbour are amazing and the apartment was well equipped, quiet and comfortable. There are many convenience stores, cafes and restaurants and the bus stop within a short walk. We had many great days out including walks along the coast (I highly recommend walking to Marsaxlokk and as there are stunning views of cliffs and turquoise seas along the way, and getting a Bolt/Uber back).
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
September 2022
Outstanding view of marsaskala harbour Bright sunny modern apartment Sparsely furnished, average beds,good wifi but limited cable Be aware -71 stairs to get there- not for the weak hearted, no elevator
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo G., Torrington, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Apartment & Amazing Views!
This apartment was wonderful, very clean, modern and bright! The views from the balconies were stunning. The host was fantastic and very helpful. Just know there are alot of stairs to get to the apartment. Overall great location and place to relax!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
Beautiful view and good location to walk around. Apartment is big with severals balconies.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Thomas E.

great location and amazing view
I would recommend this place
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

James B.

Great apartment with a great view of Marascala.
We really liked the apartment. It had everything we needed, and was in a great location to find restaurants or go for a walk. It's only 15-20 minutes from Valetta and St. Julian's, which was perfect for us. The only challenges were the parking and the 7 flights of stairs. Although, in hindsight we could use the exercise. We would recommend the apartment for anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

Patrick E.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Logement spacieux
Terrasses agréable mais très bruyante
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vue exceptionnelle
Nous sommes un couple avec 2 ados et avons séjourné 1 semaine dans un appartement spacieux, avec une très bonne literie, une vue très sympathique sur le port, et bien situé (supérettes, restaurants, bus) Peter est un hôte bienveillant et propose des services facilitants : contact taxi, carte de bus, recommandation visites. Prévoir un budget pour l’électricité (climatisation) si il fait chaud, nuit 26 degrés jour 30 degrés (24 euros).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024