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Welcome to Mellieha

Perched on a hilltop in northern Malta, laid-back Mellieħa has a more local feel than many of the island's more developed southern resort towns. You'll find Malta's longest beach here, the white-sand Mellieħa Bay.

Mellieha is a large village in the north-western part of Malta. The village has approximately 7,500 inhabitants is a popular resort town in the summer.

 

Like the rest of the island, Mellieha too enjoys a warm climate with ample sunshine throughout the year.  It is sheltered by a long range of hills and a large part of its population still leads a rural life with hunting and fishing being their main occupation.

 

Mellieha is one of Malta's most picturesque tourist destinations. The town centre boasts of its splendid hotels, fine restaurants and traditional shops and is dominated by a stunning Baroque church. The church is built on the edge of Mellieha Ridge giving stunning views down to Mellieha Bay.

 

Mellieha Bay is Malta’s largest beach. It is long and narrow with sand and clean shallow water making in ideal for young children. There are many water sports facilities here along with numerous bars.

 

The town’s main festival season occurs in the first two weeks of September and reaches its climax on the 8th September. During these days various cultural events are held, such as musical concerts, fireworks, folk singing, art exhibitions and the traditional religious procession. The town's people are renowned for their friendliness and hospitality. Those who visit us, no matter where they hail from, do not merely enjoy themselves but feel at home.

 

Weather

Like the rest of the island, Mellieha enjoys a warm climate with ample sunshine throughout the year. In July and August, the average temperature during the day is 30°C; winters are mild.

 

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Shopping

Shopping

Mellieha doesn’t off much in the way of a shopping experience. As you would expect it has various small traditional shops, mini markets, souvenir shops and coffee shops.

 

If you are looking for more serious retail therapy then it’s best to take a trip out to St Paul’s Bay or further to Valletta.

 

entertainment

Nightlife in Mellieha is non-existent. It is very much a place to relax in the evening eating, drinking and soaking up the local atmosphere.

 

The main entertainment (other than the water sports etc in Mellieha Bay) is at the Popeye Village Fun Park. Since its days as the Film Set of the 1980 Musical Production "Popeye", it has evolved into a home for a number of fun activities for all those young at heart.  You can meet famous cartoon characters, grownups can be part of a filming experience with the animation crew, and there are a number of attractions such as Santa's toy town, boat rides, (water trampolines, sun bathing decks, beach lido), food outlets and a winery offering free wine tasting. There is also Malta's largest jump around and a small fun park with rides for kids.

 

excursions

Mellieha is perfectly placed to be a base for your exploration of Malta. Once you have had enough sun and sand you can opt to travel further afield to:

 


  • Gozo
  • Blue Grotto, Camino
  • Valletta
  • St Julian’s
  • Sliema
  • Bugibba
  • St Peter’s Bay

 

Health & Safety

The tap water is perfectly safe to drink here. Being a quiet resort, Mellieha is a safe place to be day and night. Of course, you would be wise to take the normal precautions with your valuables.