Have you ever been somewhere and thought to yourself: this is what I've been looking for. This!! Well, it's exactly how I felt as soon as we arrived at Martin and Linda's home sweet home. This place is a dream!!!
Martin was kind enough to wait for us upon arrival and drive us into the heart of old Rabat. I cannot say enough about the magic of this town. I stayed a week and didn't want to leave. Check in was seamless, the house is hundreds of years old, and beautifully appointed...the restoration itself is a true labor of love, says a lot about Martin's personality. He is someone who just cares. He cares to ensure you feel welcome, comfortable, have all that you need to make your holiday unforgettable. Being a bit of a history buff, I especially appreciated all of his stories about Malta and the Knights of St. John, this is the stuff of legend!! They also provided a lovely chilled bottle of Maltese wine for us, quite the elegant and thoughtful gesture.
The room itself is perched up on the roof, so you have the most beautiful breeze coming in as it is flanked by an enormous terrace on one side and a window with a pretty garden view on the other. My mom and I enjoyed having coffee on the terrace in the morning following what I can easily say was the best nights sleep. The bed was super comfortable!!!
The location is everything!! An easy walk to pretty much anywhere, and Mdina (the silent city) is just cross the way. I LOVE how centrally located Rabat is, we walked to the bus stop and went to many fabulous and mythical places all over the island (please go to Hagar Qim and Mnajdra!!) Valetta is also just a simple bus ride away.
Food options abound, many wonderful quaint restaurants surround you. And the beauty of the town itself will steal your heart.
Easily the best Air BnB experience I have ever had, and after traveling for many many months, I've had many!! Martin, Linda and their gorgeous sweetheart dog Kato, you truly are a dream come true. Thank you for making me and my mom so happy. I simply will never forget you, and your kindness and hospitality. See you again one day for sure!!