Nightlife Malta: this Mediterranean island attracts millions of tourists every year thanks to the warm climate, the fantastic beaches and, above all, for the wide choice of night clubs, discos and casinos for night entertainment. Here are the best clubs and bars in Malta where you can dance and have fun.
Nightlife Malta
Malta is a place that fascinates with its history, its grand past and its beautiful beaches. But Malta means, in addition to sea and sun, also fun and nightlife . Malta's nightlife has nothing to envy to that of Spain or the Greek Islands.
Malta's nightlife is always very active, both in winter and in summer, when numerous northern European tourists and many beautiful girls arrive on the island in search of the sun and unbridled fun.
Most of the bars and clubs are located in Paceville/St. Julian's and Bugibba , where there are mainly bars and disco-pubs, most with free admission. The clubs are all within a few meters of each other, so if you are in the area you will not need to use transport. The larger open-air clubs and discos (for example the Gianpula ) are located outside the cities mentioned above, although they are still well connected by public transport. These clubs host international DJs and Malta's music festivals . Among the most awaited music festivals in Malta we mention the Valletta Baroque Festival , the Choir Festival , but above Isle of MTV , one of the largest free concerts in Europe which takes place in the middle of summer.
Malta offers entertainment for all tastes: both for those looking only for beaches and the sea, and for those who want to have fun in the numerous discos of Malta . For quieter evenings, however, you can always opt for one of the many trendy wine bars that are especially found in Valletta , or try your luck in a casino in Portomaso. In Malta, fun is guaranteed!
Nightlife Malta: St. Julians/Paceville
Paceville , the St. Julians district located a few kilometers from Valletta, is the reference point for Malta's nightlife because it hosts the highest concentration of restaurants, bars and discos in Malta , most of them with free admission. In summer and during the weekends, Paceville is the meeting point for thousands of young people who come here exclusively to have fun. Be warned though: the average age of the typical party animal on holiday in Malta ranges from 17 to 25 years old. If you are older you may feel a bit out of age!
This is because Malta is the summer home of numerous English language schools (for example EF ), which attract many young people from different parts of Europe every summer (hear, hear.. many Swedish girls with a great desire to have fun away from home! ). Even if the place is not huge, the concentration of bars and clubs is very high and there are lots of promotions on drinks! If you plan to come to Malta , Paceville is definitely your destination!
When to go to Malta? : from the beginning of June to the end of July. Avoid August if you can.
Nightlife Malta: Sliema and Gzira
A short distance from St. Julians, Sliema is the second place for nightlife in Malta . Head to the Strand , a road that runs along the sea, which is home to many nightclubs, pubs and restaurants. Starting in the afternoon, here you can find happy hours with 2×1 offers on drinks and party in a more mature environment than the pubs full of kids you find in Paceville.
Clubs and Discos in Malta: where to dance in St. Julian, Paceville, Sliema, Bugibba, Rabat and Gozo
Let's see together which are the best nightclubs in Malta where to go to dance in the evening.
Gianpula Club 
(RBT 13 Rabat, Malta) Open on Fridays and Saturdays from 11.00pm to 5.00am.
The Gianpula club is the largest air disco and one of the busiest on the island of Malta. It is divided into three different dancing floors, capable of accommodating up to 4000 people, where you can dance all night long. Open since 1980, the Gianpula Club has a fantastic location, with gardens, swimming pool , a VIP room, a restaurant, nine bars and a lounge bar with music mixed by the best DJs around: the Gianpula club has hosted some of the greatest DJs of the world, including Tiesto, Erick Morillo, Planet Funk and Roger Sanchez. It is by far the favorite discotheque of the inhabitants of Malta .
The admission price varies according to the evening, but in any case during normal evenings it is around 6€. The disco can be reached by taxi or night bus.
The disco is part of the Gianpula Complex , a village dedicated to nightlife which extends over an area of over 30 hectares and includes 5 other clubs: Marrakech, Phoneix, Rooftop, Molecule, and Groove Gardens . Gianpula Complex is open from the end of May until the end of September, from Friday to Sunday, and is located in Rabat , in the valley below the medieval city of Mdina (the Silent City) and only 13km away from St. Julians .
MARRAKECH : club attended by the most exclusive community of Malta, offers carefully selected djs, VIP tables, champagne and impeccable service. The Club Marrakech is immersed in an idyllic luxury garden and beaten by a fresh summer breeze that makes evenings spent under the stars pleasant.
PHONEIX : Open on Fridays and Saturdays. Commercial and house music.
Gianpula Fields is a very large area used for concerts, festivals and special events throughout the year. It also hosts Malta such as Creamfields .
Molecule is a cozy indoor venue that can accommodate up to 350 people and is excellent for private events.
Havana Club
(Havana 85, Saint Julian, Malta) Open 24/7.
Havana Club represents the very best in Hip Hop and RnB music, and is one of the busiest clubs in Malta . The disco , which can accommodate up to 3000 people, is spread over two floors dedicated to the nightlife of Malta : on the first floor there is the "Cabanas" is located on the ground floor with techno and electronic music, on the second floor there is the “Flashback” room with 80's rock and pop music that attracts an older crowd. It also has a spacious outdoor terrace, with a bar and tables above the lights of the other bars below. Here you always find many foreign tourists, especially from Northern Europe, and the atmosphere is international. Plus, entry to the club is completely free!
Uno Malta
(Uno Malta, Crafts Village, Ta' Qali, Malta) Open Friday to Sunday 21.00 to 4.00.
Uno Malta is located in the heart of the village of Ta' Qali , and is the largest open-air club on the island, where you can literally dance under the stars: rated among the top 100 clubs in the world by DJ MAG . Open only during the summer season, the club can accommodate up to 4,000 people and is divided into three sectors: the Number One , the Club Lounge and the Lax Club . The main venue ( Club Numero Uno ) is divided into two other rooms: the larger one offers commercial and RnB music and has four bars, while the smaller one dances to alternative rock music. The Club Lounge is an area furnished with a gazebo and tables, where you can relax while listening to RnB music. The Lax Club has a more intimate atmosphere, with four bars inside and an independent entrance. Club Numero Uno is only open in the summer as it is an open-air venue. Every summer the entertainment proposal is of the highest level, with dizzying parties and evenings animated by the club's DJs. Club Numero Uno is the top in terms of scenography (with lots of huts and trees as a frame) and musical offer: among the various guests who have passed by there are artists of the caliber of Steve Aoki , Bob Sinclair , Carl Cox and Ministry of Sound . The ticket price depends on the scheduled event.
Cafè Del Mar
(Triq it-Trunciera, St Paul's Bay, Malta) Located in San Paul's Bay, Cafè Del Mar is one of the most suggestive open-air discos in Malta . With a remarkable view of the sea, the place is a beach club with a swimming pool during the day, which turns into a disco during the night, with elegant chill-out music evenings, where you can dance and meet girls on holiday in Malta. One of the hottest clubs in the Maltese nightlife .
Twenty Two
(Portomaso Business Tower, Saint Julian's, Malta) Open Wednesday and Thursday 21.30 to 2.30, Friday and Saturday 21.30 to 4.00, Sunday 21.30 to 24.00.
Twenty Two club is located on the top floor of the Portomaso Business Tower Malta 's tallest skyscraper . The club/lounge bar has a very elegant style that mixes the classic with the modern. Upstairs there is a large dancefloor with a very high level lighting system. During the week the club is quiet and it is possible to enjoy a good wine or a fine champagne, accompanied by delicious snacks, while at the weekend the club turns into a real disco with top-level music. Reservations recommended, elegant attire is required.
Sky Club
(Dragonara Road, Saint Julian, Malta) Open Friday and Saturday 9.30pm to 4.30am.
The Sky Club is one of the largest indoor clubs in Malta , it is used for large events and concerts throughout the year and is located in Paceville, St. Julian's and Sliema area. The club was inaugurated in 2007, with a spectacular party It has an area of approximately 2,000 square meters and can accommodate up to 3,400 people. It has numerous equipped bars which are able to supply over 800 drinks per minute, 30 forty-inch LCD screens, top-level audio and lighting systems, very large dancefloors and stages. This is one of the biggest and best venues for parties and concerts, guaranteeing a great and fun night out. Dance music but also concerts, performances and special shows.
Bedouin Bar
(Westin Dragonara Resort · Dragonara Road, Saint Julian, Malta) Bedouin Bar is a chill out club open during the summer season and located at the Westin Dragonara Resort in St. Julians. The club attracts trendy boys and girls who love to socialize by the sea. Funky music played by the best Maltese Djs.
Shadow Club
(Triq Santa Rita, Saint Julian, Malta) Open Friday and Saturday from 22.00 to 5.00
Shadow Lounge is one of the most popular and trendy clubs on the Island of Malta, located in Paceville , just above the equally popular Hugo's . Shadow Lounge is an elegant place to dance in Malta, under the notes of house music. The interior is modern with gold frames and large plasma screens making it one of the most glamorous clubs on the island. The club has three fully stocked bars serving fresh cocktails, shots, whiskey and champagne. there is also a nice terrace where you can relax and chat outdoors while sipping a good drink. On busier evenings there is selection at the entrance.
Nordic Bar
(Triq Santa Rita, Saint Julian, Malta) Open daily from 16.00 to 4.00.
The Nordic Bar is a Scandinavian bar located in the heart of lively Paceville (St. Julians), right on the stairs of the main street, a reference point for Malta's nightlife . The Nordic Bar is almost always crowded and here you can find beautiful Swedish and Scandinavian girls who come on holiday to Malta to get drunk, dance and have fun (imagine how!). The music played at the Nordic bar ranges from 50's music to the latest commercial songs: ideal and very cheap place to dance.
Not to be missed! The bar also has 3 plasma screens to watch live sporting events from around the world: why not have a good drink while watching your favorite team play? Optimal!
Native Bar and Diner
(St. Rita's Steps, Paceville, Saint Julian, Malta) Open daily.
Native Bar and Diner is a popular Paceville pub, open all day, transforms into a salsa club at night. Many young people come here to dance. During the day, the bar is more of a pub serving food and drinks but at night the place turns into a club , with themed nights and promotions.
Footloose Fun Bar
(St. George's Road, Paceville, Saint Julian, Malta) Open daily from 20.00 to 4.00.
Footloose Fun Bar is a popular bar and club located in downtown Paceville where you can dance and have fun every night to the rhythm of the latest commercial songs. the Footloose is located in the heart of Malta's nightlife , a few meters away from the other Paceville clubs, and is therefore always crowded by boys and girls from all over Europe. This is also due to the continuous and advantageous offers on drinks, thanks to which you can drink for little. Not to be missed. The right place to have fun and spend memorable evenings.
Clique Club
(St George's Road 83, Paceville, Saint Julian, Malta) Open Friday to Sunday.
Clique Club is a small nightclub located right in the center of the busiest area of Paceville , just above the steps of St. Rita. Ideal place for wild parties and to meet beautiful girls. The music of the Clique Club ranges from House, Deep House, Tech House music to the latest commercial songs, with numerous guest djs. The club is fully equipped with plasma screens, lasers, projectors, smoke machines and a fully stocked bar, with excellent drink deals. Disco always well crowded and also connected to the nearby Deja Vu . Not to be missed.
Club Aria Complex
(Triq Hal Gharghur, San Gwann, Malta) Club Aria is a recently opened open- air nightclub Club Aria is designed to host concerts from Malta's and world's best DJs. The club has a swimming pool and terrace which makes it perfect for summer daytime pool parties under the scorching Mediterranean sun, with cool parties and foam parties . In the evening and in winter the party moves inside The Dome , with music pumping all night to dance until dawn. Aria Complex offers a truly unforgettable experience for all seasons. Non-existent dress code, you can even enter in a bathing suit!
La Grotta Leisure Club
(Xlendi, Gozo, Malta) Officially opened in 1986, La Grotta is located on the descent of the road that connects the capital of Gozo with the idyllic bay of Xlendi. The atmosphere in this club is unique enough to make it not only one of the best clubs in Malta , but also one of the best in the world - the English magazine "The People" has cited this club in Malta as one of the most beautiful clubs of the Mediterranean. The disco has two dancefloors, one outdoors and one indoors, housed inside a natural cave and with a wonderful view of the valley and the surrounding hills: Inside there are numerous bars and chill out areas where you can chat and meet people.
Pubs, Bars, Cocktails and Lounge Bars in Malta
Ryan's Irish Pub
(Wied l-Ghomor Street, Saint Julian's, Malta) Open Tuesday to Thursday 11.30 to 01.00, Friday and Saturday 11.30 to 04.00, Sunday 13.00 to 04.00
Ryan's Irish Pub is a popular venue for have a drink, watch your favorite sports and socialise. The pub is situated on a hill in Spinola Bay , St. Julian's, overlooking the entire bay. This was one of the first Irish pubs in Malta and also the first pub where Guinness Stout . Always crowded, with many foreigners but also locals.
Hugo's Lounge
(St. George's Road, Saint Julian, Malta) Open daily from 12.00 to 4.00.
Hugo's Lounge is one of the most elegant and trendy places for a Saturday night and Sunday afternoon. It is located in the heart of Paceville and is always crowded with young people. Hugo's Lounge was the first sushi and noodle bar in Malta , and serves not only excellent sushi, but also excellent drinks: this bar is in fact the ideal place to meet friends over a good cocktail in a lively atmosphere and comfortable environment. You can choose whether to relax on the sofas with a cocktail inside or on the outdoor terrace, or simply have a drink at the bar counter. Reservations are highly recommended on weekends. Here are happy hours every Monday afternoon from 15.00 to 18.00! You can also dance inside.
Thirsty Barber
(Ball Street, St Julians, Malta) Open Sunday to Thursday 7pm to 1am, Friday and Saturday 7pm to 4am.
Decorated in a 1920s Prohibition theme, this small bar in St. Julians is ideal for drinking an artfully prepared cocktail while listening to good live music.
The Dubliner
(94 Triq Gorg Borg Olivier, St Julians, Malta) Open daily from 10.00 to 1.00.
A typical Irish pub located in the heart of Malta's nightlife and frequented by Brits and tourists.
Tre Angeli
(91 Triq Ix – Xatt Tas-Sliema, Malta) Open Sunday to Thursday from 9.00 to 2.00, Friday and Saturday from 9.00 to 3.00.
Located next to the Black Gold , this Sliema bar is ideal if you want to dance and drink without pretension.
The Brew
(74, The Strand, Tas-Sliema, Malta) Open Monday to Thursday 10am to 2am, Friday to Sunday 10am to 3am.
Located in the town of Sliema in Malta, this Irish-style pub offers excellent craft beers.
MedAsia
(Qui-Si-Sana Seafront, Sliema, Malta) This lounge bar also features an outdoor pool overlooking the sea. Come here on weekends when there are interesting DJ sets with happy hours.
Quarterdeck Cocktail & Wine Bar
(Hilton Malta, Portomaso, Saint Julian's, Malta) Open daily from 6.00pm to 1.30am.
Quarterdeck Cocktail & Wine Bar is an exclusive club, located in Hilton in Malta, offering beautifully prepared meals, dips and other snacks as well as a large variety of fine wines and cocktails. The environment is elegant and smart, decorated in a nautical theme and with a large terrace overlooking the Portomaso Yacht Marina .
Tiffany Champagne and Cigar Room
(Portomaso Marina, Saint Julian, Malta) Open daily from 19.00 to 5.00.
Tiffany Champagne and Cigar room is an exclusive club , located in the Portomaso Marina in St. Julians , which offers a romantic and classy atmosphere. At Tiffany 's, guests can sit back and relax in its sumptuous interior, smoking a fine cigar while being served by the highly professional staff. The offer includes over 300 wines, 50 champagnes, typical liqueurs, rare whiskies, cognacs, ports and sherries, and the choice is assisted by a professional sommelier. During the summer months guests can enjoy the outdoor terrace and the splendid view of the Portomaso marina. Great place for a business meeting, a romantic evening or to socialize with a beautiful woman you just met. Friday evening Jazz and champagne!
City of London Bar
(193 Main Street Balluta Bay, Saint Julian, Malta) Open daily from 10.00 to 4.00.
Located in St. Julians, City of London Bar is one of the oldest bars in Malta , opened in 1914 and still popular to this day, famous for the friendly atmosphere it offers. City of London Bar is located in picturesque Balluta , with wonderful views over the sea and the bay. The bar has an outdoor seating area, ideal for summer evenings. At City of London you can also enjoy quiz nights and other events throughout the year or watch your favorite team on TV.
Saddles Pub
(132 Main Street, Saint Julian, Malta) Saddles Pub is a popular bar overlooking Spinola Bay , in St. Julian , which offers a relaxing atmosphere, ideal for playing pool, socializing or having a drink with Amici The bar is spread over two floors, with the main bar on the ground floor while, upstairs, there is a pool table, a bar and a smoking area. The terrace allows you to have a drink outside while admiring the view of Spinola Bay . Different styles of house music ranging from funky, electro, progressive and tribal house.
Black Gold Saloon
(93-95, The Strand, Sliema, Malta) Open daily 7am-3.45pm.
The Black Gold Saloon is a lively bar located in Sliema , ideal for relaxing, enjoying a glass of beer and watching your favorite sports on TV. Guests can also enjoy live music on select nights. After 10pm, Black Gold becomes more lively as bands, djs and other artists enliven the evenings.
Victoria Pub & Diner
(Bugibba Square, Bugibba / San Pawl il-Bahar, Malta) Open daily from 9.00 to 2.00.
Victoria Pub & Snack Bar is located in the heart of Bugibba , right on the main square and a few meters from the sea, offering a perfect combination for eating and entertaining. There is a large variety of beers and cocktails and serves dishes such as pasta, pizza and mixed grills, as well as featuring big screen sports and Karaoke challenges every night. This is a lively place so if you are looking for night time entertainment with karaoke and live sports this is the perfect place for you. The pub has indoor and outdoor seating.
Tex Mex Bar & Grill
(89 Triq Ix – Xatt, Tas-Sliema, Malta) Open daily from 12.00 to 4.00.
This restaurant with Mexican and Texan cuisine organizes evening happy hours accompanied by DJ sets.
Nightlife Malta: bars and pubs in Valletta
Valletta nightlife is synonymous with theatres, restaurants and pubs . The nightlife here is aimed at a more adult age group: there are no discos but many bars where you can drink a few sophisticated cocktails.
In particular, Strait Street hosts a wide choice of places where you can drink excellent wines and elaborated drinks while listening to good live music. On the Valletta seafront, however, there are restaurants and other ideal places for a romantic dinner by the sea.
Some interesting bars and pubs in Valletta:
Bridge Bar
(258, Saint Ursula Street, Valletta, Malta) Open Monday to Saturday from 19.00 to 1.00.
One of Valletta's most popular bars, the Bridge Bar is famous for its busy live Jazz sessions which take place on Friday evenings in the summer. Season everything with a good glass of wine for a very suggestive evening.
Cafe Society
(13, St Johns Street, Valletta, Malta) Open Monday to Saturday from 12.00 to 1.00.
Another bar in Valletta, very popular especially with the locals.
Cafe Jubilee
(125, St Lucia Street, Valletta, Malta) An English pub with Mediterranean cuisine and a cosmopolitan atmosphere; Here you can drink and eat typical local dishes, with blues, jazz and ethnic music in the background.
Trabuxu Bistro
(South Street, 8/9, Valletta, Malta) Open from Monday to Saturday, from 12.00 to 15.00 and from 19.00 to 23.00.
Trabuxu is an excellent bistro and wine bar offering a wide variety of wines and excellent local Maltese cuisine .
Bistro 516
(Waterfront Floriana, Valletta, Malta) Open daily from 10.00 to 23.00.
Valletta seafront , one of the trendiest areas of the capital. Excellent atmosphere by the sea in the evening, with a glass of wine in hand and jazz and rock music in the background.
Also on the Valletta seafront we find the Q Bar (Waterfront, Valletta, Malta) , a classy bar located in Vault 1 and known as the best 'after-hours' in Valletta, it offers Asian cuisine and live music. Excellent sea view.
Nightlife Malta: Casino of Malta
Portomaso Casino
(Portomaso Tower, Saint Julian, Malta) Open daily from 10.00 to 6.00.
Portomaso Casino is a modern, elegant and stylish casino located in the exclusive area of Portomaso right next to the Hilton Hotel. The casino is a popular place with locals and tourists who want to try their luck at the slot machines and roulettes. As you walk the marble stairs at the entrance you enter the luxurious ambiance of the casino and you can start your night in style while listening to jazz and chill out music. The dress code is elegant and casual, it is not allowed to enter dressed in overalls. The minimum age for entry is 25 for Maltese citizens and 18 for tourists. Bring your ID card with you.
The Oracle Casino
(Qawra Seafront, Bugibba, Malta) The Oracle Casino is located in the bustling resort town of Bugibba within the Dolmen Hotel Resort . There is a large variety of games available: Roulette, Blackjack, Caribbean Stud Poker, 3 card games plus 160 slot machines. If your English is a little rusty, don't worry, the dealers are multilingual. Oracle Casino Brasserie is a modern restaurant that is located right next to the casino and is open daily for lunch and dinner for guests. For those not gaming, a bar and lounge is available to relax. The dress code is elegant/casual, while suits and swimsuits are not allowed. The minimum entry age is 25 for Maltese citizens and 18 for tourists.
Night cruises and boat parties in Malta
Night boat trips in Malta are among the most popular and fascinating tourist activities. They allow tourists to sail the archipelago at night by ferry and to swim in the moonlight. Captain Morgan 's cruises and boat parties , departing from the port of Sliema Marina , also offer the opportunity to eat grilled meat and fish accompanied by a good glass of wine and to dance the night away.
The so called “Boat Parties” depart from Sliema Marina at 7.30pm to start the tour during sunset. As night falls, the music gets louder and the party goes on until we return back to Sliema around midnight.
The price is 25 euros each and includes snacks and unlimited wine until the end of the party.
For more info: http://www.captainmorgan.com.mt/boatparty
