Reviews of Semi-basement, cosy apartment interconnected to our residence a traditional Maltese townhouse
Sant' Anglu 15, ISL1435 Senglea, Malta

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Reviewed: August 13, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewOur stay here was truly memorable thanks to the warm hospitality of the Boxman family. The apartment is a traditional Maltese semi basement, equipped with modern amenities. The hosts were thoughtful enough to provide extras like beach mats and towels, and their useful local tips made it easier to explore the area. The location couldn’t be better: just a few steps from the Isla bus terminus, a short walk to the Valletta ferry service stop, and also close to the small beach at the tip of Senglea.
Reviewed: August 2, 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewI liked that everything was close to our apartment.The hosts were extremely kind.
Reviewed: June 21, 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewAbsolutely everything! From location, host, apartment, neighborhood, all!
Reviewed: May 13, 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: March 12, 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: January 4, 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewFriendly and helpful owners, nice and cosy house, quiet neighbourhood, nearby bus and ferry station to valletta
Reviewed: November 27, 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewGreat location, fabulous owner Marica will do anything to help you.
All good!
It was a pleasure having you at our home.
Reviewed: October 18, 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewGreat host, they arranged picking us up from the airport and back. Had a nice chat. Apartment is comfortable and clean with all necessary appliance. Wi-Fi was good. Retro look. Beautiful location. The bus stop is near and the ferry to Valletta as well.
It is a basement (damp smell occasionally) so if you suffer from asthma, you should avoid it. Tip: not a lot of options form parking next to the apartment so use a public transport or taxi if you want to stay in this area.
Reviewed: September 21, 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewEverything was amazing.
Nothing it was brilliant
We are very happy that you have enjoyed your stay at our home.
Reviewed: August 24, 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewWe did like location,size of the appartment,othentic style and cleanliness.
Stuffy because there wasn't air circulation, noisy from the road bumps and very squeaky bed,also the aircon in the bedroom was turning off every 20-30 min so that made very uncomfortably hot night. .
We would have greatly appreciated it if you had communicated your concerns during your stay. We could have explained that setting the A/C to a constant low temperature of 16°C causes the unit to automatically switch off for safety reasons. Additionally, it would have been helpful if you had informed us about the broken ceiling fan switch, rather than leaving it for us to discover, especially knowing that the next guest would be checking in. Please know that it is always our priority to provide our guests with a perfect holiday experience.”
We would have greatly appreciated it if you had communicated your concerns during your stay. We could have explained that setting the A/C to a constant low temperature of 16°C causes the unit to automatically switch off for safety reasons. … Show more
Reviewed: August 21, 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewEverything was excellent 💯👌
Reviewed: June 9, 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: June 1, 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: April 16, 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
Verified reviewAccommodation in a historic house, but the apartment is modernly equipped including all necessary facilities such as kitchen, washing machine, ... Excellent location in the middle of the historic district. At night I was not disturbed by noise like in most other accommodations. Very friendly owner. I recommend it.
There is probably nothing to complain about here.
Tx for your kind review. It was a pleasure hosting you.
Reviewed: February 26, 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewWe stayed at this apartment in Malta for 4 nights and we have been pleasantly surprised by how well set up the apartment was. The kitchen was highly functional with everything required - even has a washer/dryer. The hosts were extremely accommodating and the pictures on booking.com are an exact match to the rooms. We highly recommend this place.
Just worth noting that free parking is available, but you may need to park a bit further from the property.
Reviewed: January 29, 2024 · Stayed in January 2024
Verified reviewThe location was good, had everything I needed
Had all the facilities for me
Reviewed: October 23, 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
Verified reviewGood location, historical building, very close to the points of interest & best conection e.g., Ferry to Valetta, fully equiped kitschen, kind owner.
Not much natural light & more fresh air would be nice to have.
Reviewed: August 7, 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewThe whole experience. Nice flat, nice location, nice landlords. An overall enjoyable stay.
Reviewed: July 2, 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: May 17, 2023 · Stayed in May 2023
Verified reviewLocation was excellent. Handy for ferry to Valetta and situated in the oldest part of town. great views from the gardens at the end of the peninsula and handy for restaurants.
The entrance to the apartment was down steep narrow steps with little headroom. I have arthritis in my ankle and knees and I found access difficult. Bedroom was very small with the bed against the wall which meant climbing over your partner to get in or out of bed. Little or no natural light.
Reviewed: April 17, 2023 · Stayed in February 2023
Verified reviewGreat apartment, lovely owners and wonderful neighborhood to live in. Mostly locals, even if on the other side of the bay is Valletta, full of tourists. Quiet and traditional. I will definitely chose this area and apartment if I'll be visiting Malta again.
The only thing I didn't liked, which might apply only to myself, but I will mention it nevertheless, was the heating and cooling appliances which were cloud connected so the owners could control them remotely. Happened once in the first day so I turned them off, as it wasn't really cold in that period.
Reviewed: October 10, 2022 · Stayed in October 2022
Verified reviewWe really enjoy our holidays in Malta and were gratefull to hosting family. They offered to pick us at the airport for small change (15EUR) and it was very kind and helpfull. The appartment is equipped very well, offers even more what you need. What we like the best was the location. The Senglea is the best place to live!!! It is close to Valetta, just few minutes walk to ferry. Travelling by ferry gives you special views every day :-)
As the appartment is located in the basement, there is lack of the natural air and daily light (no windows).